Berlin Sanssouci Palace.
In mid-May, it is the season when grape flowers bloom. The blossoms sway on the vines, spreading a light fragrance in the breaking sunlight, bringing a sense of joy.
However, they cannot dispel the shadow in William II's heart.
William II strolled through the vineyard, intending to relax, but the surrounding flowers only caught his eye without entering his consciousness.
William II's mind was consumed with thoughts of Hindenburg.
He regretted it already, believing he shouldn't have dismissed Fajin Han to serve as commander of the Ninth Army Group.
Before doing so, William II had not considered one issue: Who would serve as Chief of General Staff? Who else is qualified for the role?
William II originally thought it was simple—remove Fajin Han and appoint another General as Chief of General Staff.
Yet…
Hindenburg was invincible on the Eastern Front. If Shire was "France's Mars," then Hindenburg was "Germany's Ares."
