General Ignatov had told them that their mission was to protect Ares’ sister. Chances like this didn't come very often. Vernon wouldn't let Kevin take all the credit and please Ares. Diosna's soldiers stepped up and followed Serena.
Kevin grinned. "Captain Simpson, I'm the leader of the special forces, and these men have been brutally trained. They're enough to keep Miss Langley safe."
"What a coincidence. My men are on par with the special forces too." Vernon patted Kevin's shoulder. "I'm already in my forties, comrade. Can't you let me have this one?"
"Well, if you say so, Captain Simpson. I'll tell Ares that you led the soldiers into a victorious battle when we see him later. How does that sound?” Kevin beamed. "I don't mind letting you have it this time. I was credited for Hugo's defeat last time. I'm fine with this."
Paige's eyes shone. "Wait. We get to see Ares later?"
"No, we don't," the commanders answered at the same time.
"But you just said you're seeing him."
Paige pouted. "He’s in Solaris, isn't he?"
"Um..." Kevin scratched his head.
Ignatov had specifically told them not to expose Ares’ real identity. He couldn't answer Paige’s question, so he gave Vernon a look before stammering, "I-I think so? Is he in Solaris, Captain Simpson?"
"Of course." Vernon knew just how to handle this. He nodded. "You can ask the general about it, Major Tanner. I bet he’ll take you to Ares."
Kevin gave him a silent thumbs up. Heck yeah. Throwing the ball into the general's court. Genius. Now we don't
have to answer her question.
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