The Fall of One Ally

January 28th, 1822. 

At Napoleon's office. Armand entered the room with documents clutched tightly to his chest. 

"Your Imperial Majesty, I have some reports that need your attention," Armand said as he walked over to Napoleon's desk.

Napoleon, who was having a hearty afternoon snack, briefly glanced up to meet his eyes, and returned promptly to his food. 

"Proceed." 

"The Kingdom of Germany and the Kingdom of Poland have joined our side and have formally announced their declaration of war to the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire. They expect our full commitment to the words we have said to them to get them to our side."

"Good, with the Kingdom of Germany and Poland on our side, we can march our troops eastward and meet the Russians. Anyways, any development on the Russian movement?"