With the four of them left in the council room, the atmosphere turned serious.
"Your Imperial Majesty, may I ask why you specifically asked for me to stay?" Berthier asked.
"Marshal Berthier," Napoleon II said his name. "I must say that I do admire your accomplishment when you worked with my father. Like how you organized his military before you head out to war. As for the reason why I asked you, I have something to discuss about the military. Since you are the Minister of Defense, I figured that it's best that I get your insights about my idea and suggestions that I am going to implement to our armed forces. Please take a seat."
Berthier inclined his head and pulled out a chair. He sat, spine straight, hands resting on his knees rather than the table.
