The Naval Minister next challenged the War Minister to a duel, but after fervent efforts by their colleagues to separate and calm the combatants, he embraced Messimy in tears and was persuaded to resign for reasons of health.
In a heated exchange, the Naval Minister confronted the War Minister, escalating the situation to the point of a duel challenge. However, their colleagues intervened passionately to prevent the conflict, seeking to de-escalate their emotions.
Ultimately, amidst tears and reconciliatory gestures, the Naval Minister, Messimy, chose to resign for health reasons, indicating the profound pressure and turmoil surrounding the political climate at the time.