Chapter 26
Professor Scherer received the Kriegsverdienstkreuz for his outstanding merits in the war effort. The Cross of Merit was the highest award a civilian could receive. To honor the work of his research team, he invited the entire staff to a small celebration in the auditorium.
Anna sneaked into the room after everyone else, because she’d wanted to finish her calculations. Professor Scherer had almost finished his acceptance speech, thanking everyone on the team.
“…will assume the professorship in internal medicine by the end of this month. Please welcome him to our team.” The position had been vacant for a few months and as far as Anna knew there had been a number of applicants.
She weaved her way through the crowd to congratulate Professor Scherer, and give the new professor a
