Paris City Hall, Prime Minister's office.
Clemenceau's phone rang non-stop:
"Congratulations, Prime Minister, I heard your country achieved another victory?"
"Oh, no." Clemenceau was taken aback: "No victory, in fact, the Allies lost a battle at Saarbrücken."
"Yes, but it wasn't France that was defeated, which is a victory in itself, wouldn't you say?"
Clemenceau: …
Can we not state it so plainly? Do you understand diplomatic speak?
"Uh!" Clemenceau cleared his throat: "I'm sorry, the French spirit doesn't allow me to think that way. We regret this and sincerely hope that England and the United States can join forces with us. I believe we can find common ground on this!"
"I completely agree. Besides, 'fraternity' is love for all humanity, which surely includes our country, doesn't it?"
"Of course." Clemenceau answered straightforwardly.
"I'm glad to hear that, our Prime Minister intends to make a friendly visit to France next week."
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