Resignations

After Napoleon's assurance to the deputies, he made his way to another room where an important discussion was taking place. He approached the door and knocked in a predetermined pattern, signaling his presence. Moments later, Talleyrand's voice came from behind the door, giving Napoleon the signal to enter.

Opening the door, Napoleon found Ducos, Sieyes, Talleyrand, Cambacérès, Fouche, and Barras seated around the table. Taking his seat, he wasted no time in updating them on his speech to the Directory and his brother Lucien's success in swaying their votes for a crucial decree.

"Now, let's hear the progress on your end," Napoleon inquired, his gaze focused on Ducos and Sieyes.

Without delay, Ducos and Sieyes handed Napoleon a set of papers. As he glanced at them, he realized they were letters of resignation from Ducos and Sieyes as Directors of the Directory.