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"Is this a question that everyone gets asked? Because they asked me that in my last division as well, and I think my family asks me that twice a year," Larry says glibly and relaxes a little. After a moment, she sighs and says, "Nothing big, really. Do your service and get into university when you're done. It's cheaper that way." Balogh turns to look at her.

"You're in it for the educational program? That's a surprise," he says, and Larry nods her head. "Yeah, I know, right? Most people forget about that part and usually work their asses off to pay for their student loan after they finish their degree. Not me. I'm going to get the government to pay for that after I've served my three years," she says proudly.

"If you live long enough," Balogh points out, and Larry waves her hand dismissively. "If we keep thinking negatively, we're never going to enjoy life," she says emphatically.

"But being too positive is annoying," Balogh says before asking…