Russell frowned and took the document, saying, "Explanation? We won in the second phase! What explanation is needed? Do I have to tell them that because I know James, to prevent Liebgoet from gaining enough victories in local battles, to make James launch a purge sooner to take over the Military Department, we must use such losses to gain victory, only to let James know everything and destroy our previous achievements?"
Bernadotte leaned against the chair back, laughing, "This second battle almost broke my bones, and countless brain cells died, but I'm not afraid of that. I'm only afraid of inquiries from the parliament and President's office. How can we possibly explain these things to them? However, not explaining is not an option either. After all, it's a democratic country, unlike the Empire. Public opinion and media, even the President, cannot ignore it."
