As Joseph stepped out of the carriage, a group of Italian states' royal family members and diplomats eagerly approached. However, they respectfully stood on both sides of the path, eyes filled with anticipation as they waited for him to walk by.
Clearly, they had learned through various channels that the Crown Prince of France would likely come to the Tuileries Palace today, so they had been waiting here early.
France is now the "spokesperson" of Northern Italy, and this summit might determine the future prosperity or decline of the Italian states.
If they could obtain some key information from the Crown Prince of France before the summit begins, or even just exchange a few casual words to become acquainted, it might unexpectedly benefit their countries.
However, at this moment, a boy in his teens stepped out with several accompanying officials from beside the stone pillars in front of the Tuileries Palace.
Joseph's gaze swept over the others and finally settled on him.