By the time Luke and Bucky came out of Roger's house, it was already dusk with the sun setting on the horizon.
The afterglow of the setting sun illuminated New York, coating the surrounding skyscrapers with a layer of golden glow.
"In the future, you may have to look after yourself. Luke and I can't always be there every time." Bucky patted Rogers' shoulders, while the little man felt awkward and remained
silent.
The scars on his face were not severe, and after some cleaning, only faint bruises remained.
The three of them put on some good clothes and headed to the Stark Industries' World Expo.
On the way, Rogers frowned while saying, "I also want to join the 107th Infantry Division like you. You know my father was also once part of it." He was still unwilling to stay behind.
Due to the war propaganda, many youngsters were eager to join the army at this time. They wanted to step onto the battlefield and win some honor medals.
Rogers and Bucky are among them. Compared to Bucky, who had a more than average physique, Rogers is thin, weighs less than a hundred pounds, and has a mild asthma case.
So even if he were allowed to join the army, he would have to run for several kilometers, ending up exhausted and panting for breath. This can even lead to death due to his weak body.
His physique prevented him from joining the army, even if
Rogers changed his address and falsified his identity every time.
He went to the conscription station to look for chances
to join the military.
His medical evaluation always turned out to be 4F - the worst
score.
Luke, who was walking behind, with his hands in his
pockets, smiled as he said, "There will always be more
opportunities."
He was thinking about whether to find a way to get the super
soldier serum or not.
His regular workout and exercise over the years had
promoted the progress bar to 99% and was only one step
away from being unlocked.
Intuition told Luke that he needed a solid external boost to
Get the progress bar to 100%
At present, the easiest and most likely to work thing for him
was the super soldier serum.
As a transmigrator who roughly understood the direction of
The plot, Luke knew that tonight was going to be a turning point in the life of Steve Rogers.
This little man was going to encounter Dr. Abraham Erskine,
a German scientist who had sought refuge in the Allies and
was the super soldier serum's inventor.
He was moved by Steve Rogers' heartfelt words and strong will, and allowed him to join the army.
Later at the military base, Rogers was selected to be the recevier of the super soldier serum.
'Should I take it or not?' Luke, who was walking behind, was still undecided about this. If he could grow stronger silently, he would not have such thoughts, and in no way was he going to join the army.
After all, the battlefield was full of bullets and constant danger. Even Captain America and the Winter Soldier were not entirely safe.
However, the delay in receiving his plot armor gave Luke a
headache.
There was really no other option; he had to take this gamble.
As Luke was distracted, he unknowingly followed Rogers and
Bucky to the bar on the corner.
Many people were present at the bar, ordering beers and
snacks, chatting non-stop, waiting for the start of the World
Expo by Stark Industries.
Rogers still looked a little sullen and hadn't yet dispelled the
idea of joining the army.
Bucky didn't notice it. He was already enthusiastic about
defeating the Germans and bringing victory for the Allies.
"Let's go. I know some hot chicks!"
After looking at the time, Bucky and Rogers left the bar.
The streets outside were pitch black, and only the World Expo venue was brightly lit, giving it a great look.
At this time, World War II was in full swing. Like European countries, the United States was also on the cusp. To save energy, the military had implemented intense electricity control policies.
Like neon lights and colorful billboards, they were restricted
at night.
Every night, the city will occasionally cut off electricity to
prioritize and ensure the power supply to the military bases
and government agencies. Even New York is no exception.
However, tonight, because of Stark Industries' World
Expo, the military significantly relaxed the restrictions.
Otherwise, New Yorkers wouldn't see such a brightly lit
scene.
"It's quite lively." Bucky smiled as they entered the venue.