Franz did not like to engage in conspiracies and deceptions, but sadly, his strength did not allow it.
For example, the plan that involved England, France, and Russia was initially an overt strategy, but somehow it turned into a covert one.
There is often a fine line between a conspiracy and an overt strategy. There is no single strongest approach; the most suitable one is always the best.
What would happen if Franz's plan were disclosed to Nicholas I?
The answer is: nothing would happen, and Nicholas I would simply laugh it off.
Between nations, mutual exploitation and calculation are normal. Expecting intimate and seamless cooperation is foolish; it simply does not exist.
Mature politicians only care about what their allies have done, the results it has brought about, and they weigh the pros and cons to determine the relationship between the two countries, rather than considering what their allies might be thinking.
