Martin Reest is a tough, no-nonsense man working as a bodyguard under Akanbou, serving orders from Petr Čapek. Known for his strong dislike of alcohol, he once beat up some drunk men who bothered Eva Heinemann, whom he was tasked to protect. Despite his rough past and a prison sentence for killing his girlfriend, he makes a brave decision to risk everything when asked to harm Eva. The most striking part about him is his refusal to let others control his actions, choosing instead to follow his conscience, even if it costs him his life.
Martin Reest is a rugged, strong man with a fierce look. His tough exterior shows he is someone used to fighting and surviving harsh situations.
Martin Reest is strict, serious, and dislikes dealing with women-related jobs. He first dislikes Eva Heinemann and keeps his distance from her.
He has a deep hatred of alcohol, driven by painful memories from his past.
Despite his tough attitude, he has a strong sense of right and wrong, and refuses to blindly follow cruel orders.
Martin Reest served as Akanbou's underling for three years before meeting Eva Heinemann.
He spent eight years in prison for the crime of killing his girlfriend.
Martin's hatred for alcohol comes from his childhood, where his alcoholic mother died after he left her alone in the freezing cold.
His girlfriend, who had almost recovered from drug use, relapsed because of her old boyfriend and then took her own life after Martin saw her.
Martin ended up killing the man responsible for her return to drugs, and took the blame for his girlfriend's death, leading to his imprisonment.
- Eva Heinemann: Assigned to protect her, Martin initially dislikes her but later risks his life to save her.
- Petr Čapek: His boss, who later orders him to kill Eva.
- Christof Sievernich: Tries to manipulate Martin, reminding him of his past pains.
- Akanbou: Martin's superior.
- Johan Liebert: The "monster" behind the scenes who frightens Martin.
Assigned to Protect Eva
Martin Reest is ordered by Akanbou, under Petr Čapek's direction, to guard Eva Heinemann.
He saves her from some drunken troublemakers by nearly beating them half to death.
Martin shows clear dislike for both alcohol and his assignment to protect Eva.
Past Crimes and Emotional Scars
Martin's background is troubled.
He abandoned his alcoholic mother, leading to her death, and his hatred for drinking comes from this.
His girlfriend, trying to recover from drug addiction, relapsed because of her former boyfriend.
When Martin found out, she ended her life, and in anger, Martin killed her old boyfriend.
He went to prison for eight years, taking the blame for both deaths.
Manipulation by Christof Sievernich
Christof Sievernich, another of Čapek's men, manipulates Martin by bringing up all his past pains.
He tries to convince Martin that his mother and girlfriend wished to die and that Martin just helped them get what they wanted.
Christof tells Martin that Eva must also want to die and that Martin should 'help' her in the same way.
Turning Point: Choosing His Own Path
Martin is shaken by Christof's words and the threat of Johan Liebert.
However, remembering the painful lessons from his past, Martin decides not to do what the "monster" wants.
He makes up his mind to go against orders and escape with Eva.
The Escape and Martin’s Last Stand
Martin helps Eva get away, staying behind to fight off a group of killers sent after them.
A fierce gunfight breaks out; Martin manages to defeat his attackers but is badly wounded.
Final Moments
Martin drags himself to Kenzou Tenma and shares everything he knows about Petr Čapek's plans and Christof Sievernich.
He asks Tenma to look after Eva Heinemann, then dies, his last act one of courage and hope.
- Martin's dislike of alcohol is deeply tied to his past family trauma.
- He is an expert in fighting and gun use, proven in his final battle.
- "No one really wants to die."
- "I won’t let the monster decide for me."
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