Chapter 2: Vicki Byrne
Vicki Byrne considered herself lucky.
That might seem like an unusual feeling, given the death and destruction during the last seven years she was forced to witness. Vicki had lost her family in the Rapture. Then some of her friends in the Young Tribulation Force died. Eight Young Tribulation Force members died overall. Believers in Christ were being harassed and persecuted by the Global Community while the unbelievers were facing God's wrath in the judgments. Millions of people had died during those seven catastrophic years.
And yet, Vicki thought she was lucky. She met the love of her life, Judd. She managed to survive to the Glorious Appearing, against all odds. She made friendships during the last seven years that she considered more valuable than any friendship she formed prior to the Rapture.
It was interesting, how she had gone from being a rebel teenager from a trailer park into being one of the leaders of the Young Tribulation Force. She eventually became one of the most wanted young individuals in the world. Vicki definitely did not imagine any of this happening before the Rapture took place.
Vicki was trying so hard before the Rapture occurred to look older and improve her physical appearance. Now, she knew that was irrelevant. Judd loved her just the way she was. He too, had a very different mindset and mentality before the disappearances. Interesting how one day filled with disaster and calamity.
Judd met her in the living room of Jamal's apartment. He hugged her.
"I'm so glad that the millennium kingdom started. No more Global Community or the threats of getting beheaded."
Vicki kissed Judd's cheek.
"I agree, Judd", Vicki said. "And it was wonderful seeing Chaya, Mark, John, Natalie, Tom, Luke, and Ryan getting rewarded during the ceremony with the other tribulation martyrs."
"You know, Vicki, I don't think you've met Nada officially yet."
Vicki smiled and held Judd close. "I'm sure it will a pleasant rendezvous."
Vicki had enjoyed meeting Judd's family during the sheep-and-goats judgment. Vicki had hoped to talk to Marc and Marcie, who were both now fully grown in their glorified bodies. She also wanted to speak to Mrs. Thompson and try to bond, if possible.
Then again, all their worries and troubles were over. 1,000 years of relaxation and peace.
Vicki knew that she would always be grateful for Judd and the rest of the Young Tribulation Force. She was so thankful she had become a believer, albeit though it happened during the worst part in the world's history. Vicki had enjoyed talking to Jesus when she was able to. He was so polite and full of love.
Vicki knew that the millennium kingdom would be a lot of work for her, Judd, and the other members of the Young Tribulation Force. She couldn't wait to see what was in store.