We can’t unfortunately give you a definitive answer. They might answer in the coming days and they can also take 4-6 more months to answer. And If you have government funding, it will add more months.
Personally, If Conrad takes less than 6 months I would just go ahead and do it. If not and I can afford to wait for an additional 6 months, I would wait then do Conrad if Hardship is denied. It really depends on your status and what will happen if you wait and then your Hardship is denied.