Chapter 433: A Glimpse of the Future
The world was left in complete and utter disbelief, not just by the first match of the day, but by all the games held thereafter. From the first punch thrown to the last shot fired, Germany had swept the competition.
Gold, silver, bronze—all were claimed by German athletes. On multiple occasions, the International Committee paused the contests, investigating suspicions of cheating because the results seemed so improbable. Yet every time, no violation of the rules was found.
Germany and its athletes were simply that superior—not because of some imagined "Übermensch" genetic advantage, as had been falsely claimed during the 1936 Olympics of Bruno’s past life, but because Bruno had spent nearly two decades carefully cultivating the world’s greatest athletes from among his own people.
His knowledge of future developments in sports, access to unmatched training facilities funded by the state, and advanced insights into nutrition and human biomechanics had all contributed. The result of raising an entire generation under these conditions was now undeniable.
The events were more than mere spectacles of athletic dominance; they showcased perfected sportsmanship between victorious Germans and their defeated opponents. An expression of chivalry in an era where wars were no longer fought in the old ways—these notions had found new life within the civilian athletic arena.
As the day’s events neared conclusion, the Kaiser took the stage, stepping to a microphone to deliver a grandiose speech of camaraderie, sportsmanship, and cultural exchange. However, just as he began, Bruno stepped forward and whispered something into his ear that only the two of them could hear.
Yet, the gathered crowd and those listening to radio broadcasts clearly heard Wilhelm’s surprise:
"What? Here? Now? Well, if you insist... I suppose it could be one last exciting bout of entertainment..."
Bruno stepped back towards his seating area, while the Kaiser explained to the crowd that the day’s festivities were not yet concluded, as Germany had prepared an unorthodox exhibition for the world to witness.
To everyone’s surprise, Bruno stopped in front of his eldest daughter, who was still seated, puzzled by the unfolding scene. His expression was filled with fatherly pride as he extended his hand in invitation.