The Strongest Curse Master

Chapter 200: Enlisting

Chapter 200: Enlisting

"Young man, what do you want to do after you graduate?" EAD Matthews asked, her tone light but her eyes sharp.

Ace froze for a moment, his mind racing. Why was she asking him this now, especially when she didn't even know his name? The question felt completely out of place given the current situation, which only made him more suspicious.

"Ma'am, I plan to join the Marines and serve my country, ma'am!" Ace replied, standing up straighter and throwing in a tone of conviction, hoping that playing the patriotism card might win him some favor with Mrs. Martin.

Matthews raised an eyebrow at his response, her gaze drifting over his frame. His physique seemed promising—lean but with potential—but then she recalled his earlier high-pitched scream and tearful pleas. She couldn't help but wonder if this boy really had the fortitude for the Marines. Still, she nodded thoughtfully and said, "Do you really mean it? Because if you do, here's your chance. I work for the government, directly under the president. Impress me, and I'll enlist you. Right here and now."

Sonia and Ace both turned to look at her like she'd just lost her mind. The absurdity of her statement left them momentarily speechless. Out of all the ways she could've handled this situation, this felt like the worst possible option. All she had to do was inform him that he was inflicted with something dangerous and should be quarantined away from his family and she would like his cooperation with it. Simple. But she overcomplicated it. Leaving both Sonia and Ace wondering what the latter was planning. 

"Ma'am, it's not that I doubt you work under the president," Ace began cautiously, choosing his words with care, "but I'm still underage. I don't think even the president can get me enlisted in the Marines at my current age."