He Must Be Seeing Phantoms

Republic's 2nd Corps Headquarters, Soissons City Hall.

"Have we made contact with the Bern River sector?"

"Not yet, Your Excellency. The signalmen went out to inspect the lines, but they're taking a long time to return."

"Those lazy good-for-nothings."

Henri clicked his tongue. Just then.

BANG—!

The office door was thrown open. Henri raised his head, frowning in displeasure.

"Who dares to—without permission…!"

But the curse died in his throat.

The man standing at the door was less a man than a monster, caked in mud, soot, and fresh blood. Burn marks showed clearly through his torn uniform...