However, Kobutsel was only excited for a second before he immediately reacted.
If a ceasefire with France were to be reached, then as the State Minister, he would be responsible for signing the surrender treaty.
This would be a task condemned by everyone, and if not handled well, one could face disgrace and ruin...
Kobutsel's mind was racing quickly, and he immediately thought that the defeat was the fault of the Tugut government, and the surrender could completely be "decided" by Tugut.
His responsibility would only be the aftermath work.
Yes, that's how to promote it. He could even become a hero who saved the critical situation.
Once in power, he could cooperate with the Konitz family to carry out a strong reform, restoring the Empire's strength and one day defeating France, avenging the humiliation.
By that time, he would be forever etched in the Empire's glorious history!
Thinking of this, Kobutsel no longer hesitated and bowed towards Kaunitz, saying:
