Napoleon II immediately went to his automobile and are now headed to the headquarters of the Ministry of Defense, the Hôtel de Brienne.
The doors shut behind him, and the vehicle pulled away from the square without delay.
Outside, the crowd was still holding. Not as loud as before, but the energy had not disappeared. Groups remained gathered along the edges of the barriers, some still talking among themselves, others watching as the Emperor's vehicle moved through the cleared route.
Across from him, Charles-Louis had already opened a folder.
"Initial dispositions are ready," he said. "Berthier has assembled the senior staff at the Ministry. They are waiting."
Napoleon II leaned slightly back against the seat, one hand resting along the armrest.
"Current positions?"
"Forward units are already moving into staging areas near the Lombardy frontier," Charles-Louis replied. "Rail transport has been prioritized. Infantry, artillery, and supply trains are moving in sequence."
