I fully agree with you Frank. Unfortunately I think his objective was, that by keeping some of B16's people in place, he would minimise a split and not appear to offend B16. In the meantime his own example might pave a new path. Sad to say it does not appear to be working out. His priority now should be to maximise his own appointments of Cardinals and ensure that the next pope will continue his work. My concern is that Card. Burke may be beavering away under the surface,  plotting a counter movement. He has time on his side and little else to do.