Instant wife

Epilogue

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In a certain Radio Station

Director Ma felt awkward as he looked at Dara, who made a sudden appearance in his office. Blinking rapidly, he incredulously asked: "You...you're asking for maternity leave?"

"Yes, I hope you'll approve of it." Dara was a little embarrassed. "I know that I'm being irresponsible asking for leave just when the show's becoming more popular. But you can be rest assured: I will persevere until you find a good successor."

"That's not..." Director Ma waved a hand, "Are you married? Why didn't I know this? Didn't you come to our radio station after recently graduating?"

"I came to the radio station the day after I got married. We haven't done our wedding though." Dara smiled and awkwardly invited him, "If you have the time, please come."

"Why didn't you say that in the first place? If I knew you were a newlywed, I wouldn't have given you the midnight slot." Director Ma was surprised.

Dara laughed but said nothing.

"Well..." Director Ma thought for a while before saying, "I wanted to tell you later on since it hasn't been finalized, but since you're pregnant, I'll tell you in advance as a present."

"What's the matter, director?" Dara saw puzzled.

"Ever since you started Midnight Phantom, our listener ratings have steadily risen. You're practically our golden ace right now." Director Ma said, "Especially last year, when you saved a lot of people from that highway accident. Even our district governor praised you by name! There was also that dangerous listener that you handled quite well, you're very prominent ah!"

"Director I'm flattered by all your praise, but it was something anyone would do." Dara stayed modest.

"I'm not exaggerating, your accomplishments are obvious. In fact, the Big Boss in Taiwan has long noticed you." Director Ma said.

"Big Boss?" Dara wondered.

"City TV Station is planning a new interview series and the producer of the show is interested in you, wanting you to be the host. They've been in touch with us already." Director Ma laughed.

"City TV? A talk show?" Having such a big pie fall out of the sky and onto her lap, Dara was stunned.

"A TV show can be recorded beforehand so you wouldn't need to stay up so late." Director Ma said, "This is a great opportunity for you."

The radio station moved quickly after that. In less than two weeks, a new host had been found to take over Dara's program.

Tonight was the last time Dara would be hosting Midnight Phantom.

"Hello everyone, this is FM9666, I welcome everyone back after the advertisement. This is DJ Fish Jelly. I've said this line countless times, but now that this is the last time I'm saying it, Fish Jelly is reluctant. Everyone knows by now that this will be the last time I'm hosting Midnight Phantom, and I'm not sure if I can come back."

Dara watched her computer screen, the messages constantly scrolling past gradually making her tear up.

Dara looked up and saw the time. There was still half an hour before the broadcast ends. Dara tried to keep her spirits up as she followed the usual procedure: "Alright, let's see what stories the Ms. Beauties and Mr. Strongs have for us tonight."

"Hello, this is Fish Jelly." Dara connected a call.

"Is it connected? Are we through?" A girl's voice could be heard. She was clearly very excited like she couldn't believe she was talking on the radio.