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[ENG DUB] Toward the Arms That Wait Full Episode
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001
Two years after choosing to live with her father and brothers following her parents' divorce, Sandra faces pressure to marry the CEO of the Lynn Group, a man over 50, as part of a family arrangement she strongly opposes. Her father insists she fulfill her 'family duty,' dismissing her protests and threatening severe consequences if she disrupts the deal. Meanwhile, Sandra's sibling Nola is praised for supporting the family's success, deepening Sandra's sense of rejection. As the wedding approaches, Sandra's resistance grows, but she is closely watched to prevent escape. The episode ends with Sandra trapped under her family's control, forced to confront a grim choice.
002
Sandra finds herself mysteriously back in the past and faces a pivotal choice between her parents' families: the Seans and the Wildes. Remembering that in her last life she sided with her father and brothers but was treated as a tool, she now chooses to align with her mother and the Wildes to claim her rightful place as heiress. Her decision sparks harsh backlash from her father and brothers, who accuse her of greed and ungratefulness. Sandra’s mother supports her fiercely, deciding to take Sandra away from the Seans to protect her, while the Seans vow she will regret betraying them. The episode ends with tensions poised for a fierce family showdown.
003
When their father unexpectedly introduces a new woman, Sandra, as part of the family, his sons react with suspicion and mixed feelings. Sandra reveals she was once wrongfully accused and rescued by their father, which complicates her acceptance. While some brothers question her intentions and doubt her innocence, the father insists she belongs in their home. Meanwhile, Simon, a busy brother, avoids meeting Sandra, adding to the tension. As Sandra is shown her room and tries to fit in, the family’s hesitant dynamics remain unresolved, leaving her true place in the household uncertain.
004
Sandra wakes up to find herself in a luxurious room provided by Mr. Wilde, who insists everything must be perfect for her. She reflects on her past life where her family treated her coldly, contrasting it with Mr. Wilde’s unexpected kindness. Meanwhile, tension brews with others who resent Sandra’s new treatment, leading to a confrontation. Suddenly, Sandra recalls a traumatic memory of being chased and threatened by a man named Jace, begging for mercy. The episode ends with Sandra assuring herself she is safe now, leaving the trauma unresolved but central to her transformation.
005
Sandra wakes up thirsty late at night and encounters Simon Wilde, the heir of the Wildes family, who offers her a drink. The next morning, tensions rise as Jace complains she hasn't washed his clothes and belittles her, forgetting she has recently joined the Wildes household with her mother. Another family member reminds Jace that Sandra is now part of the family and suggests she can handle all the laundry, to which Jace reluctantly agrees. Sandra is then ordered to go straight home after school to wash all the household clothes, setting up a difficult challenge for her ahead.
006
Sandra confronts her brother Jace's dismissive demand that she do all the household chores or be disowned, recalling how she was treated like a maid in her past life. Determined not to repeat that fate, she resists his control. Meanwhile, Sandra's father, Mr. Wilde, insists that she enroll in school alongside another sibling, Simon, and commands Simon to protect her from bullying. Simon reluctantly accepts this responsibility, revealing tension about Sandra's place in the family. The episode ends with Sandra preparing for school, unsure if Simon will stand by her as their family dynamics remain strained.
007
Ryan wakes to the shocking news that Sandra Jean, a girl from the countryside and his new stepsister, has joined his college class late. Sandra’s arrival sparks gossip and hostility, especially from classmates who doubt her place at the prestigious school and resent her sitting next to Ryan, known for disliking female partners. Sandra faces harsh taunts accusing her of using connections and being suited only for menial tasks like laundry. Despite the bullying, Ryan unexpectedly remains calm and protective, leaving others wondering what Sandra’s presence will change and how Ryan will respond to the escalating tension.
008
Sandra faces bullying at school but is defended by Ryan, who reveals he is her brother and warns others not to bother her. Despite the protection, threats from other students suggest ongoing conflict when she returns home. Sandra struggles academically on her first day, prompting Mr. Wilde to arrange for Simon, a top scholar and former SAT top scorer, to tutor her after dinner. During the tutoring session, Sandra admits confusion over the lessons, revealing gaps in her knowledge. Simon begins helping her with foundational problems, setting up the challenge of overcoming her academic struggles in the episodes ahead.
009
In this episode, Sandra faces bullying from Tate, who confronts her aggressively and demands an apology to Nola, a girl Sandra reportedly bullied before. Sandra denies the accusation, claiming distance between them, which escalates the conflict as Tate threatens to force her to drop out of school. Ryan intervenes to protect Sandra, calling out Tate's hostility, which unsettles Tate and others around. Despite Ryan's defense, Tate vows to retaliate after school. The episode ends with Sandra grateful to Ryan but the threat of further bullying looming unresolved.
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Sandra Jean refuses to return home with the Seans family despite their insistence that she belongs to them. Jace has sent someone to bring her back, but Sandra declares she wants nothing to do with the Seans and has aligned herself with the Wildes instead. Nola, Sandra's sister, is insulted and bitter, with the family clearly favoring Nola as the sole heiress. When pressure and physical attempts to force Sandra's return escalate, Sandra resists, standing firm in her defiance. The episode ends with tension rising as those trying to take her back question where she is being taken.