In America, the winner takes all.

Chapter 119 The winning trump card (44)

Of course Catherine said it was no problem, but Jennifer mentioned the record matter and had to go back to deal with it this weekend.

Ethan didn't say anything. He definitely had to put his career first, and he wasn't at the point where he could confidently say: "Stop working, I'll support you."

In the end, Jennifer went back with Lisa and the others.

"The plan didn't work. In the end, I was the only one who stayed with you."

"It seems that we still need to keep improving our skills!" Ethan suddenly said.Jennifer's story touched his heart.

After St. Louis, it's the final test to reach the national finals, Bergen Catholic High School for Boys in Arizona.

Physically, there is no need to worry, it can be said that it is growing every day.

In terms of pure technique, you need more practice on daily basis.Ethan's current passing success rate is no worse than any well-known high school football player.

But it’s still not enough to say that every shot is perfect.

As for the team, the previous inspiration came from Peyton Manning's "2-minute extreme offense" tactic. With the improvement of the players' physical fitness and team cohesion, it can be officially put on the agenda.

"Then let's go practice ball." Catherine thought this suggestion was a good one.

Ethan just said it casually, but she didn't expect that she took it seriously.

"The confrontation between Distance and Bergen High School won't start until November." Ethan reminded her.

"That doesn't give you much time...and you have been so indulgent these past two days. What if you suddenly lose your touch?" Catherine asked.

In Catherine's eyes, Ethan, as a teddy, undoubtedly has no concept of "moderation". This is a taboo for athletes. How many football players from South America dive into Europe's bustling nightlife after seeing it? The nightclub has disappeared from everyone?

As for this matter, after much deliberation, she was the only one who could do it. She decided to continue her attitude from last semester and be responsible for keeping Ethan in shape in private.

"But there is no suitable training location around..."

"Then go to St. Louis High School. With such an outstanding player, they want to learn more experience from you, so they can't possibly turn you away."

After all, Ethan's arms couldn't twist Catherine's thigh. In the end, Ethan decided to show Catherine his skills in person and never regressed.

The two had no choice but to leave from the airport and go to St. Louis High School again. Catherine stepped forward to express her intention to stay, saying that she would stay for a few days and wanted to borrow a venue to keep her hands on the plane. The school's security staff was very considerate and allowed her to go.

Entering the football field again, the Crusaders players were training, and Ethan's arrival naturally attracted everyone's attention.

As soon as Ethan came on the stage, he immediately turned the game around. It can be said that he broke through all the rumors with his performance.

After the other team's head coach heard about Ethan's intention, he especially welcomed Ethan to train with his team members, and even organized an intra-team competition.

And Ethan's performance in chopping up melons and vegetables to win the training match also proved to Catherine that no matter what Ethan has done before, as soon as he returns to the court, he will be the best among his peers.

The unexpected visit from the BHHS quarterback also caused students on campus to gather together.

Among them was Margaret, who rushed over immediately after receiving the news.

"I said bad things about you, won't you take it to heart? I also heard what others said...so..." Margaret didn't expect that Ethan would come back and seize the opportunity he missed last time. Ethan apologizes.

"Is there anything fun in Hawaii? I mean, the kind that only the locals know about." Ethan asked about other things.

Margaret recommended some local attractions and Hawaiian-style gourmet restaurants that only locals know about, and finally recommended a place to stay to Ethan.

Ethan remembered them all in his mind.

"Are you traveling alone?" Margaret summoned the courage to ask.

If Ethan answers a question, she will volunteer to be Ethan's tour guide this weekend.

"Two people." Ethan shook his head.

"Okay, I wish you a pleasant trip." Margaret didn't ask any more questions.

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"Who was that little girl just now?"

"Students in St. Louis Schools."

"I saw the school uniform on her. New acquaintance?"

In the taxi, Catherine inquires.

At least in Honolulu, taking a taxi is very convenient, unlike Los Angeles.

“She is a volunteer and is responsible for hosting the team.”

"and then?"

"Then I asked her about places to visit in Hawaii."

The two went to a local restaurant recommended by Margaret. Hawaiian cuisine was mixed with a strong Asian style, and most of it was seafood, which was somewhat similar to Thai cuisine.

After eating, the two took a walk on the street for a while, and then went to the hotel recommended by Margaret, whose home was nearby.

In the evening, the two of them took a comfortable bath first. They were not as passionate as before, hugging each other and talking quietly.

"Catherine, how about returning to the volleyball team?" Ethan suddenly said.

Academically speaking, the Ivy League may be the strongest, but in terms of sports, the Ivy League does not belong to one of the five traditional NCAA leagues, and the competitiveness of each sport is lower.

On Lanai, Ethan had this idea when he watched Catherine playing sand volleyball.

"Okay!" Catherine agreed.

It turned out that she would occasionally play ball when she was at Yale. The most important thing was that she also felt that she was stronger, but she obviously didn't expect that it was Ethan who was playing a role.
"When the time comes for me to play, you have to come to New Haven to see me."

"Of course." Ethan agreed.

The two talked about life in school again. Catherine expressed that she was more interested in political science, psychology, and anthropology. She is currently minoring in sports science.

Ethan said that it depends on Catherine's personal preferences, and anyway, they are all to prepare for entering Yale Law School.

Then Catherine turned over: "Then if I join the volleyball team, I might not be able to get pregnant in a short time."

"Do you want a child so early?" Ethan was surprised.

"Of course, you can still have children in college, and I am young now. Childbirth will have very little impact on my body. Your father will also become stable, and your career will not be affected after giving birth early."

Catherine lists the multiple benefits of having children now.

"What do you think?" "I don't know. On the one hand, I want to have a baby, and on the other hand, I want to play ball." Catherine also seemed very vacillating.

"Then let's leave it to fate." Ethan felt that it would be better to just let nature take its course.

Lisa also expressed the issue of fertility, and Ethan responded similarly.

After all, he couldn't work any harder. Every time he was full, he did everything he could.

Catherine and Ethan intertwined their fingers.

"You're right, everything is left to fate."

Catherine turned over and turned into a cowgirl. She took off her hairpin and let her hair down...

In the remaining two days, Ethan and Catherine toured the main island of Hawaii.

On Sunday morning, Ethan was at the airport seeing Kathryn off to a direct flight to New Haven.

The plane back to Los Angeles leaves in the evening, and Ethan has to stay alone for a day.

After much deliberation, I came to St. Louis School alone and slipped into the stadium alone.

"Dang, Dang, Dang" the sound of the football hitting the crossbar kept coming. Ethan was currently standing at about 75 yards. It was obvious that his long passing ability had been strengthened again.

The most important reason is that his exaggerated arm muscles give him full confidence and he can hit the ball with one arm with ease.

"Why is it you again?" A familiar voice came from behind.

Ethan turned around, and it was Margaret again.

"I am a volunteer, which of course includes maintaining the court equipment. This weekend it is my turn to clean the court." Margaret said with a smile.

"What about you, didn't you say you wanted to visit Hawaii?"

"It's all over, I'm waiting for my flight tonight." Ethan explained.

"Oh." Margaret nodded.

"Will you come back in the future?"

"Maybe there will be a competition next year?" Ethan tried to say.

"The probability of encountering it is very low. This is almost impossible." Margaret shook her head.

"You're right." Ethan didn't want to admit it at first, but it was the truth.

The time when he met this girl named Margaret was a little early.

"So, this is the last time we see each other?"

"That's right." Ethan nodded again.

She suddenly ran over and grabbed Ethan's wrist.

"I'll take you somewhere," Margaret said.

She pulled Ethan out of the quiet campus and noisy streets, and came to an apartment building.

"What do you want to do?" Ethan frowned.

Because of running, Margaret had shortness of breath and her face was flushed. She didn't know whether it was because of running or something else.

"I'm taking you home."

Margaret's home seemed a little cramped and empty.

She brought Ethan into her bedroom, locked the door, moved a stool, stepped on it, and kissed Ethan awkwardly.

"No, no, no..." Ethan immediately shook his head and broke away from her.

"You have to know what you're doing."

"I know very well." She looked decisive.

"After today, we will never meet again." Ethan mentioned again.

"Just because we will never meet again, so...I, I like you."

"You can wait a few years to say that, but forget it now, you have no idea what you're talking about."

"You asked me to wait for you?"

"I didn't say it."

"I will wait for you."

Ethan looked a little helpless...

In fact, one more is not too much, and Ethan is still in contact with Claire in Burbank and Ellie in Miami from time to time. Claire also came to see him a few times during the summer vacation.

The problem is, the person in front of me is indeed under the legal age.

Next, Ethan chatted with her for a while. Considering that the two of them were indeed quite destined, Ethan told her under the banner of divination that her destiny started in the East, but would eventually return to the West.

"And I think your name is very convoluted, Margaret Qualig. You could simplify it a bit and call it Maggie Q."

"Do you like this name?"

"I just think it's more appropriate."

"Then I will call you this nickname from now on."

Finally, she sent Ethan on the plane back. Before leaving, Margaret exchanged contact information with Ethan and said that she would study hard and get into the California Diversified Exchange Student Program...

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The next day, Monday afternoon, Ethan showed up at the training ground on time. He felt that Catherine was right.

"Although the game against Bergen High School won't start until November, we have to prepare from now on."

"We have enough time to train the two-minute extreme offensive tactics, which will become our trump card to win!"

(End of this chapter)