Gallieni and Shire discussed the details over the map for a while. Suddenly, Gallieni thought of something. He looked up at Shire and asked, "If that's the case, how should I refuse Haig? Should I tell him the entire battle plan?"
Gallieni believed that not only could this resolve Haig's doubts about France and Shire, but it would also allow the British Army to prepare in advance to coordinate with France's counterattack.
But Shire shook his head. "That's not a good idea, General."
"We can consider doing that, Shire," Gallieni insisted. "After all, it's a matter of life and death for the British army. Haig isn't foolish enough to leak information to the Germans; it wouldn't benefit him."
"Really?" Shire retorted calmly.
"Is there a problem?" Gallieni looked at Shire in confusion.
