The Directory and he filled the headquarters at Passeriano with spies and intriguers.
Bonaparte, who was informed of everything that was going on, laughed at the Directory, and tendered his resignation, in order that he might be supplicated to continue in command.
The following post-Thermidorian letters will prove that the General's judgment on this point was correct.
On the 2d Vendemiaire, year VI.

(23d September 1797), he wrote to Augereau, after having announced the arrival of his 'aide de camp' as follows: The whole army applauds the wisdom and vigour which you have displayed upon this important occasion, and participates in the success of the country with the enthusiasm and energy which characterise our soldiers.

It is only to be hoped, however, that the Government will not be playing at see saw, and thus throw itself into the opposite party.

Wisdom and moderate views alone can establish the happiness of the country on a sure foundation.

As for myself, this is the most ardent wish of my heart.