Forced Into Isolation

In the days that followed Berengar's arrival in Japan, news rapidly spread about the end of the German-Japanese war, and the political union between the two nations that would result from the upcoming marriage between the Kaiser and the Japanese Empress. 

To some, this was the sign of a new golden age, where Germany's vastly superior military might would ensure an era of peace and prosperity across the globe. However, for others, this was the worst possible scenario that could have occurred after the war had come to an end. 

In the city of Beijing, within the forbidden palace, Emperor Zhu Wudi sat upon his throne, with a rather uncomfortable expression on his face. Standing before him were many of his court advisors, including his eldest son, and heir Zhu Zhi.  These advisors were currently in a fierce debate about how the Ming Dynasty should respond to this sudden news.