The Shepherd Boy and Foolish Ivan (2)

In other words, the Great Game is still streaming live, and at this rate, France might soon have to make a nation-defining choice between the two.

'Why, why are the two countries still fighting? Hadn't Britain won by decision in Europe and Russia knocked out Asia?'

'If we abandon Russia, our mainland is in danger, if we abandon Britain, our colonies are in danger!'

'Russia or Britain! That is the question!'

Germany and Austria-Hungary Empire, currently growing most frighteningly in Europe.

They are desperately eager to expand whether in the Balkans or Africa.

Morocco? Those colored, uncivilized sultans whose names are hard to pronounce aren't what's important.

France is approaching a moment where they must make a choice.

Mainland security or colonial empire security.

Russia or Britain.