Clemenceau shifted in his chair, as if making an important decision, he tapped the table, signaling the officials and military leaders to quiet down.
He then said to Lipowitz: "Ambassador Lipowitz, thank you and your country's government for your concern regarding the fate of France. I will seriously consider your opinion. Right now we need to discuss these issues internally, I hope you can step outside for a moment, I ask for your understanding."
Although Clemenceau was quite radical, his demeanor was commendable, so he first invited Lipowitz, this East African, out of the conference room.
Lipowitz said: "Of course, if I can assist your country, it is a welcome outcome for both myself and East Africa."
Subsequently, Lipowitz exited the conference room, and once he left, silence immediately descended upon the room.
The French senior officials did not speak, but stared at Clemenceau, now the highest leader in France, hoping he could break the deadlock.
