Chapter 130-1
Not A Small-Town Girl
Chapter 130
On the field, the entire freshman class was gathered, filling the massive field like a sea of students.
Danielle and Juniper quickly joined their team, and it wasnât long before they spotted their drill instructor-someone familiar. It was Maximus.
Maximus, with his towering 6â2" frame, sun-darkened skin, and an aura of authority, stood like a fortress. His hands rested sharply along his sides, exuding an intimidating presence.
Danielle realized Maximus had deliberately chosen this class.
"I canât believe how hot it is. I didnât even put on sunscreen!"
"Iâm really about to pass out! The instructor looks so fierce!"
"My legs are already shaking. I thought weâd dodged military training since the school didnât mention it.
Who knew weâd get thrown into it today?"
The students whispered complaints, their voices a mix of dread and frustration. But Danielle and Juniper-veterans of the Shadows training base-stood unaffected, their postures impeccable and their expressions calm.
"Danielle, arenât you exhausted?" Juniper asked, half out of concern and half in awe.
Danielle chuckled lightly. "This is nothing for me." She stood in a flawless military posture, the very image of discipline.
Maximus approached, his deep voice lowering slightly. "Danielle, I picked this class on purpose. Are you holding up? Need a break?" Danielle smiled. "Iâm fine. Thanks, Maximus."
Emma, standing nearby, clenched her fists at the sight of Danielle smiling at Maximus. âSo thatâs how she does it-flirting her way out of hard work. Typical. She resolved to report this to David at the first opportunity.
Before long, one of the girls fainted dramatically.
"Sir, someoneâs collapsed!" a student called out.
Maximus strode over, his face a mask of sternness. He crouched to assess the situation. "Can you keep going?"
"Can I rest for a bit?" the girl asked weakly.
Maximusâs jaw tightened. He could tell she was faking. If they were in the military, he wouldâve kicked her into shape. "If youâre not unconscious, stand up and keep at it," he barked.