It gave Napoleon no rights to France. But prior to this Napoleon had signed a new constitution for the Empire he’d claimed, and paraded through Paris to celebrate, cheered by thousands of supporters who’d come out on to the streets to see him. In response, the parks and streets of Brussels were full of people eager to discuss the news with excitement and expectation, all gossiping in high-pitched hurried voices, wondering what would happen next. Ellen hated their speculation. She walked with Paul in a park at six, enjoying the evening light and the last of the sun’s warmth. It had rained a lot recently so the clear night was a novelty. Paul said the fields and tracks they were scouting were muddy, and terrain would not be at its best if war began now. But it was likely it would. The French were renowned for moving quickly. Ellen held his arm, but as they passed another huddle of obnoxious observers, she slid her fingers down to grip his hand. She’d heard at least half a dozen voices in the group all agreeing that the battle would be soon.
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