Politics, after all, is oftentimes more about symbolism than practicality.
From morning until noon, Joseph II showed no annoyance, though Marshal Boge was nowhere in sight, and it was almost time for lunch.
After all, he had recently dismissed a notable meritous official on apparent fabricated charges just shortly before. He now found himself in abrupt need of that individual's services again, so could he not let him vent his frustrations?
Deep down, Joseph II was thankful. Fortunately, Marshal Boge had not been in a rush to return to his garrison, otherwise he would have to travel hundreds of miles to persuade him out of his retreat.
The situation on the frontline was urgent; the Orc Army had already launched a probing attack on the Warhammer Kingdom via the Moxi Duchy.
Joseph II did not feel at ease until Marshal Boge was persuaded to head to the frontlines.
As a king, a tiny affront for the sake of the bigger picture was a sacrifice he was willing to make.
