Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
Imogen also nodded slightly. The elderly lady finally reached Zacharias, holding the bouquet and smiling. She said, “On behalf of all of us, I want to thank you for leading us. This bouquet is for you.”
Zacharias reached out to accept the flowers and said politely, “Thank you, ma’am.”
However, right then, a glint of cold steel flashed as the elderly lady suddenly brandished a dagger concealed within her walking stick, aiming it at Zacharias’ heart.
Imogen acted swiftly, grabbing the lady’s hand, and Roy immediately positioned himself between Zacharias and the assailant.
“Don’t hurt her,” Zacharias commanded sternly.
Imogen quickly devised a plan in her mind. She could have disarmed the elderly lady, but during the lady’s struggle, she purposefully loosened her grip, allowing the lady to withdraw the knife. The lady continued to advance toward Zacharias, and at that moment, Imogen shielded him with her back. The lady’s knife slashed Imogen’s shoulder, and Roy kicked the weapon away, shouting, “Seize her.”
“You killed my son. It’s you who killed my son. I want revenge for my son. I want you to accompany my son in death.” The previously kindly-looking lady turned extremely malicious. She glared at Zacharias, cursing him with hatred, “You will rot in hell, and you will meet a terrible end.”
Shirley had already stepped onto the stage, and her hand suddenly held onto Zacharias. She appeared anxious as she said, “Come with me.”
Zacharias turned to look at her before saying to his other subordinate, “Get her to the hospital.”
He was referring to Imogen. Imogen immediately suppressed her pain and said, “Sir, you don’t need to worry about me. You should leave now!”
Zacharias glanced at her. Seeing this, she was inwardly elated, for she had successfully captured his attention, which was her ultimate goal-to make Zacharias remember her. Shirley turned to Freddie and said, “Mr. Hurst, arrange for someone to take the injured to the hospital.”
“Understood! You lead Mr. Flintstone out,” Freddie replied urgently. He never expected that an incident like this would happen, but fortunately, Zacharias remained unharmed.
Shirley held onto Zacharias as they left through the back door, and at that moment, Roy and his men quickly formed a protective barrier around them. They escorted Zacharias this way until they reached the car. Shirley opened the car door, but Zacharias suddenly pushed her inside before he took a seat.
Although Shirley had seen everything clearly, she still couldn’t help but express her concern, “Are you hurt?”
Zacharias shook his head. “I’m fine.”
Shirley breathed a sigh of relief. Just then, Roy’s voice came through the communication device. “Return to the mansion immediately.”
Freddie would handle things here, and Imogen was on her way to the hospital. Zacharias called Freddie and said in a serious tone, “Find out this person’s identity and background immediately. Provide me with detailed information.”
“Understood, sir. We’re already verifying her information,” Freddie replied.
“Don’t be rough with her before we have a clear picture,” Zacharias added.
“Yes, sir.”
Seeing how Zacharias could maintain a compassionate heart even after an assassination attempt, Shirley couldn’t help but feel even more drawn to him.
After that, Zacharias received numerous calls of sympathy and support from various quarters, including the President and his father, Josef.
Shirley finally breathed a sigh of relief when they arrived at Flintstone Residence. Meanwhile, Zacharias received a call from Freddie. The identity of the elderly woman earlier had been confirmed. It turned out that she was the mother of the suicide bomber on the highway the other time, and she blamed Zacharias for her son’s death.
Zacharias told Freddie, “Investigate the circumstances of her entry this time. I suspect there was an intentional arrangement to bring her in.”
“Are you suggesting that the person behind the scenes is still attempting to assassinate you, sir?”
“He’s only struggling in his dying moments,” Zacharias replied with an icy gaze.
“Understood, we will investigate thoroughly.”
While Zacharias was on the phone, Shirley stood behind him. The false alarm earlier had startled her, and she couldn’t help but think about what might have happened if the elderly woman had been armed with a gun instead of a knife. It would have been a different outcome.
“In the future, if there are such public events, you should consider avoiding them. With your status, you don’t need to be in the public eye,” Shirley said to the man who had turned around.
Zacharias had relaxed his stern expression upon seeing her, and he smiled. “Did today scare you?”
Shirley wasn’t afraid of death, but for some reason, the idea of him dying deeply frightened her.
“There’s no room for error when it comes to you,” Shirley replied.
Zacharias had sensed her concern just now and reassured her, “Don’t worry. I’ll be more careful next time.”
Shirley nodded and tried to calm her emotions. She felt she had been overly emotional that day. She was also frustrated with herself for not seeing through the elderly woman’s intentions. She had even extended a helping hand to her.
Later, she picked up her phone and texted Imogen. ‘Imogen, how is your wound? Is it serious?’
‘I’m fine, just seven stitches on the skin, Imogen replied swiftly. ‘Alright, you rest a few days in the hospital, Shirley said.
‘Will do. Is Mr. Flintstone alright?”
‘He’s fine, thanks to you, Shirley replied ‘It’s my duty and responsibility. What matters is that Mr. Flintstone is okay, Imogen said.
‘Take care, Shirley expressed her concern.
At the hospital, Imogen sat on the bed with stitches on her back. For her, it was a minor injury, but she couldn’t forget the last look Zacharias gave her.
She believed that look meant that Zacharias remembered her. Imogen’s lips curled into a smile. She would gradually make Zacharias remember her, and one day, he would appreciate her and keep her by his side.
In the evening, Josef personally came to visit Zacharias. When he saw Shirley dressed as a bodyguard standing at the door, he first looked surprised and then greeted her, “Miss Lloyd, what are you doing here?” The last time, he thought Shirley had visited his son as a friend, so he was shocked to find her at his son’s residence again.
“I’m interning here, Mr. Flintstone. I’m currently the Vice President’s bodyguard,” Shirley replied. Josef instantly understood and nodded. “Oh, I see!” While Zacharias and his father talked in the study, Shirley looked out the window at the starry night, lost in thought.
In the study on the third floor, after discussing official matters, Josef couldn’t help but think of Shirley. He turned to his son and said, “Zach, you should look after Miss Lloyd when she’s interning here.” “I will.” Zacharias nodded.
“She’s no plain Jane! It would be even better if you could befriend her,” Josef said. Though Zacharias’ position as the vice president was secure, it would be great if he had the Lloyds support.
“Are you suggesting I pursue her?” Zacharias saw through his father’s intentions at a glance. Awkwardness quickly overcame Josef, but he eventually nodded. “I am, but it depends on you.” “Alright, I’ll pursue her,” Zacharias said with a nod, surprising Josef. “Are you saying you like her?” “I do!” Zacharias admitted unabashedly.
Josef nodded, pleased that his son had good taste. Now, the question was whether this young lady from the Lloyd Family would take a liking to Zacharias.
Nevertheless, he believed Zacharias’ chances to be significant, for his son was an eligible bachelor.
“Well, I’ll take my leave,” Josef said. Zacharias escorted his father downstairs, and when he saw the girl guarding the door, a slight smile played on his lips.
Shirley opened the door for Josef and said, “Take care, Mr. Flintstone.” “Alright. Until we meet,” Josef said affectionately and then looked back at his son before leaving.