บท 166: A Talk with the Former King

November 30th, 1800. En route in a carriage through the capital city of the Austrian Empire, Vienna.

Napoleon sat inside the carriage, peering out of the window at the busy streets of Vienna. Despite the ongoing war between Austria and France, the city appeared to be going about its daily affairs in a state of relative calm.

"Your Excellency," General Bessierres called from across the carriage.

Napoleon turned his gaze towards Bessierres, waiting for him to explain the reason for his interruption.

"We are arriving at Hofburg Palace soon," Bessierres informed him.

Napoleon nodded in acknowledgment before returning his attention to the passing scenery outside the window.

Bessierres let out a sigh of concern. "Your Excellency, I still believe that meeting with King Louis in Vienna is risky. What if they are planning to trap us?"