Bab 361: Chapter 281: The Troublesome Corsican Nationalists

Napoleon was clearly not expecting the Crown Prince to seek him out for this matter. He was stunned for a moment before hurriedly rising to his feet and placing his hand over his chest, "I am most honored, Your Highness. I mean, of course I would like to join the Royal Guards!"

Joseph observed the man before him who would once cause a storm across Europe and couldn't help but find the nervous and restrained demeanor of Napoleon in his presence rather amusing.

He had anticipated that the young Napoleon would not refuse his offer at this time, given that his family vineyard in Corsica was deeply in debt and desperately needed him to earn money to support the household.

Joseph was about to encourage Napoleon further in order to foster a closer relationship when he saw Napoleon blush as if mustering courage and say, "Your Highness, however, I have a request, and I hope you can grant it."

"Oh? Please speak."