Berlin Sanssouci Palace.
William II and Admiral Scheer chatted and laughed in the warm living room; William II seemed very pleased with the Navy's performance of late.
"It seems that our tactics are indeed feasible." William II flipped through the naval battle briefing with great interest.
"I believe so, Your Majesty." Admiral Scheer replied: "As long as we don't rush to break out, but aim to damage the British's viable forces, it is likely to succeed over time."
"Good." William II nodded, unable to help but sigh: "This is a battle of the century, General. Germany is facing an unprecedented crisis. If the Navy can ultimately break the British blockade, do you know what that means?"
"Yes, Your Majesty." Admiral Scheer replied: "It means we will win this war."
"It's not just this war." William II's voice grew more impassioned: "The German Navy could then turn around and blockade Britain, completely knocking Britain off its pedestal as the world's leading power!"
