Volume 4 Chapter 3 (1/2)

Volume 4, Chapter 3

The imposing row of sleek black cars flew into Warsaw. Guided by a Luftwaffe officer, they arrived at the Chaumont restaurant on the edge of Warsaw’s market square.

The Château de Chaumont is currently the most exclusive and luxurious restaurant in Warsaw. Boasting the best chefs in Poland. A place where you can taste all the flavors of Europe and, of course, the local Polish cuisine. Now it only entertains German troops and local government officials. Which is also why it has become the only fine-dining Polish restaurant in Warsaw.

In order to allow all of his men to eat collectively at a table, Xu Jun ordered to occupy the half the luxurious restaurant. He asked the waiters to pull up the smaller tables to create a long one for everyone to sit at.

The restaurant manager seemed to be somewhat displeased with Xu Jun’s request. The Luftwaffe officer had already informed the group that the fat manager was from Berlin and apparently a relative of the SS lieutenant colonel in Warsaw. The original Polish manager suddenly and inexplicably disappeared one day. The next day, this fat man replaced him. It didn’t take a genius to know what happened.

This guy, with the support of the SS and the fact that he was related to the garrison commander, was allowed to run unchecked in the city. Now that he heard a group of ordinary German officers and soldiers make such a presumptuous request, he started to get a bit agitated. He didn’t want his beautiful restaurant to become like a public canteen.

The fat manager glanced around at the table. The German officers were prominently from the Army. But, they were still only low-level officers and soldiers. The highest ranked was only a captain. It seems that this captain was the leader. Although, he seemed to be different than any captain he has seen before. It is strange that this party was even mixed with two SS members. But even then, the highest of the SS was only a lieutenant. Oh, there’s even a second lieutenant from the Luftwaffe. What kind of group is this?

Xu Jun could see the changes occurring within the manager. The manager stated to Xu Jun: “Captain, here are the rules. I hope you can keep our original layout. If you’ve eaten here before, you would know that we are a good restaurant, not your barracks. You need to keep the rules of the restaurant in mind. Separate the tables. I know your superior, Colonel Scherm, I can complain about your actions to him if…”

The fat manager failed to finish his sentence. Because suddenly, he felt a strong murderous intent start to pervade through the air. The officers and soldiers who were merrily chatting all stopped and gave him a fierce bone-chilling look.

No, these people are definitely different. The manager began to feel a cold sweat run down his back.

“Everyone… Some distinguished guests… You…” He began to speak before being interrupted by Xu Jun.

Xu Jun looked at the fat manager with a wicked smirk on his mouth. He asked coldly, “Your rank.”

“What did you say?” The fat manager did not immediately react.

“I asking, what is your military rank?”

‘Me? I am a civilian, not a soldier, I am the manager here.”

“Are you German?”

“Yes, I’m from Berlin.”

The fat manager did not understand exactly what the captain was getting at. But now that the murderous aura dissipated, he started to get angry at his rude treatment. These junior Army officers dared to threaten him. Who would have the nerve! When this is over, he will be sure to issue a complaint to his cousin and kick them out of the city.

“2nd Lieutenant Muller, arrested this man.”

Xu Jun coldly ordered.

Muller stood up and took out a pistol out of his holster. Pointing it at the manager's head.

“What! You… why are you arresting me? I did nothing wrong.”

“If he resists, shoot him.”

Muller smiled as he readied the pistol.

“You can’t do this! Do you know who my cousin is? He’s the commander of the SS forces here! How dare you treat me like this, I have not done wrong! You will pay for your actions!” The manager began to shout.

“Shut up! As a German, you dare to insult the great German Army? You dare issue orders to n.o.ble German officers? Enough of your insolence. This is already more than enough to send you to a labor camp for some time. 2nd Lieutenant Ralph, the guy will be handed over to you and the Luftwaffe. Send him to the garrison command and tell the commander that he will be given a written command by the end of the night.” Xu Jun said slowly with a cold tone.

2nd Lieutenant Ralph nodded and stood, walking in front of the manager.

“No, I don’t want to go, no!”

“Two more people, go help Ralph.”

Immediately, two officers in soldier uniforms rushed and grabbed a hold of the manager. After a few hard strikes in the stomach, he was dragged outside.

After a while, the two officers laughed and returned to the restaurant.

“Reporting to the commander, the task is completed. We threw the guy into the car and 2nd Lieutenant Ralph is driving him to back to the garrison.”

“Good, you two sit down.”

Xu Jun was very satisfied with the result. He turned his head towards the waiters who still stood nearby. Obviously still scared witless. “When you have time could you come here and get us? Just bring your best dishes here. Also, your best wine as well. Preferably quickly, we’re all hungry.”

This quickly broke the waiters out of their trance and they quickly moved about. The service was quite good and fast. Within half an hour, the entire long table was filled with Polish-style food. A variety of exquisite wine bottles were laid out across the table.

Xu Jun raised up his gla.s.s as he stood up. Facing the officers, he said in a loud voice. “Gentlemen, this is our first meal of our wonderful vacation. Although it started with an unpleasant beginning, it has now been satisfactorily resolved. Let’s hope that it does not affect your appet.i.te. Now, before we can enjoy this sumptuous meal, we must first give a toast to the continued victory of our great German Army.”