September 21st, 916, the heart of the Empire of Prosen, Eagle's Nest.
Marshal Xiplin had just exited the elevator when he saw a group of generals standing in the hallway outside the Combat Room.
Xiplin stopped in his tracks, eyeing everyone with suspicion.
Marshal Rundstedt spoke up first, "Don't worry, His Majesty just wanted to be alone for a while, so he asked us to step out for a smoke."
Celtic Marshal said, "It's understandable. His Majesty had fully anticipated Rocossov's movements this time, seized the initiative, and even drew troops from the Western Front. Personally, even upon receiving news of Rocossov's offensive, I had a drink in advance to celebrate another victory for the Empire."
"Now it's come to this, I need some quiet time too."
Xiplin looked at the Celtic Marshal, "Did you really have a drink?"