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Amidst negotiations, an undercurrent of skepticism persists. A prominent figure warns against placing too much faith in the Soviets, alluding to their complicated past riddled with distrust and ideological differences. The memory of sacrifice and the principles that underpin the Allies’ identity—the celebrated values of freedom and liberty—clash with the practicalities of survival.
As military strategies intensify, commands to reclaim strategic ports, such as Gibraltar, materialize, emphasizing a robust approach to countering the Empire's advance. Yet, the tension of former alignments casts a shadow, with individuals wary of each other while the Empire stands ready to capitalize on any weaknesses.