The prosperity they built on peace was shining too brilliantly.
Meanwhile, we living in the cold and hungry frozen earth... unable to join among them, had to turn our eyes elsewhere.
I've had thoughts like this recently.
Father, who hated spending money on anything except the military, suddenly ordering the Trans-Siberian Railway built - perhaps he foresaw Russia becoming obsolete?
"Do you understand? Though I don't know as much about tactics and strategy as the generals here, I know one thing for certain - the imperial government can't endure a prolonged war. The longer the war, the more workers will pour into streets and squares striking. That is, if the war extends beyond 2 years... regardless of victory or defeat, we've lost."
"Prime Minister, are you saying to wage a quick decisive war?"
"I'll take over from here."
