At this moment, Prime Minister Konstantin, returning to Sofia from London in high spirits, had no idea what a colossal mess awaited him at home.
The governance of the new territories, how to handle relations among the Balkan peoples, the resettlement of disabled and retired soldiers, the distribution of land to meritorious personnel...
Ferdinand knew his own limits well. With successful examples from later generations to draw upon, he was capable enough when it came to setting broad strategy. As for his ability to carry out the specifics, no one knew. In any case, he had long grown accustomed to directing others to get things done.
One could imagine that, for a long time to come, Bulgarian government officials would have no easy days. Their offices would become their homes!
As soon as the war ended, Ferdinand busied himself with personnel reshuffles. He had no time for the various government departments just yet; his focus was primarily on the military.
It was not that Ferdinand distrusted the officers. In fact, under Bulgaria's current military system, it was impossible for any individual or group to threaten his position!
But countless examples had taught Ferdinand that human hearts could not withstand testing. There was no betrayal only because the price offered was not high enough! The best approach was to start with the system itself and eliminate every possibility of betrayal!
After expending enormous effort and trying to account for every aspect, Ferdinand finally completed the military restructuring:
Popov was removed from his post as commander of the First Army and transferred to serve on the Military Committee;
Petrov was removed from his post as chief of staff of the First Army and transferred to serve on the Military Committee;
The First Army was disbanded in place. The Constantinople Garrison Command,