Letting Charles use the "Saint Chammon" in battle is a crafty scheme:
If Charles wins, it proves that the problem lies not with the "Saint Chammon" tank but with the person using it.
If Charles loses, then the myth of Charles' invincibility crumbles.
Gallieni of course understands James' thoughts. He replies calmly, without a hint of sarcasm, even seriously and respectfully: "Sir, please believe me: if the 'Saint Chammon' can reach the enemy's trenches to provide necessary cover for our soldiers, I will certainly suggest that Charles does so!"
The conference room resounds with laughter once more, and James, red-faced, sits back down.
Gallieni's point is clear: unable to reach the trenches, the equipment is essentially useless; whether Charles can win the battle has nothing to do with the "Saint Chammon."
Other members continually pose questions to Gallieni, who remains composed, responding sharply and one by one.
