139 Gather Up

"Yes, Mr. Alan, I will send your request later today," Captain Carter replied, agreeing to settle the matter of the unpaid potatoes as part of their deal. Alan, in turn, committed to recruiting players for the new company, promising to provide updates during the next day's briefing.

With this understanding, Alan exited the military headquarters, feeling a weight lifted off his shoulders. He now had an extra item on his to-do list for the upcoming round: forming and leading the Wolverines Company. 

Alan was barely out of the room when he encountered Vicky, Daniel, and Luis, who despite their casually dressed; Vicky wore a bathing suit under her shirt, it was clear that they had been waiting for him anxiously.

"Mr. D, did you get into any trouble?" Daniel inquired, a touch of worry in his voice.

"Alan, we came here as soon as we heard," Vicky added.