Struggle in Russia

Peter Volkonski replied unhurriedly: "Your Majesty, in my opinion, Count Adlerberg's concerns are quite reasonable, and it is not ruled out that Count Speranski will make some omissions, although Judging from the earl's previous performance, he is still fully reliable and trustworthy. But it is necessary to make extra preparations for such a big event!"

Nicholas I became even more murderous, but Peter Volkonski didn't finish his sentence, because after a short pause, he immediately said: "What I'm worried about is that the distance from St. Petersburg to Bucharest is more than a thousand miles, ten thousand miles. Sending the elite of the third part to Bucharest will take a month at the fastest, or even longer!"

"The time is really too long. If Earl Speranski really made an omission, even if the elite of the third part arrives at the scene, he may not be able to clean it up. It may make things more complicated and unfavorable!"

Nicholas I realized it right away. Old Adlerberg’s suggestion seemed old-fashioned, but it was actually a sinkhole. Because the distance was too far, even if the people from the third part rushed to the scene, the day lily would be cold. If there was a problem, it would have been exposed long ago, and there was no way to cover it up.

On the contrary, getting rid of Alexei is more like murdering and silencing, which will put Russia and him in greater trouble. Conspiracy theories like killing and silencing must emerge in endlessly. Wouldn't it be even more embarrassing by then!

After thinking about this, a cold light flashed in Nicholas I's eyes. Although he was calm on the surface, he firmly remembered the old Adlerberg in his heart. Yes, although he is not as sharp as these old foxes, once the window paper is pierced, he will understand everything that needs to be understood.

Nicholas I knew right away that Old Adlerberg was probably trying to get rid of Alexei. Although he didn't understand why Old Adlerberg did this, it was nothing more than a power struggle or strife or The party is the same and the difference is different!

Nicholas I did not dislike open and covert struggles among his courtiers, but such open and covert struggles must have limits, that is, they must not harm the interests of Russia and the royal family headed by him. Obviously, the old Adlerberg had crossed the line when he came out today, and thinking of Count Rostovtsev's report before, made him even more wary of the old Adlerberg!

For the first time, he felt that this old pimp who only served him personally was full of bad luck and ambitious, so he had to be careful!

Of course, Nicholas I was also very vigilant, and did not directly show such precautions, but prepared to pretend that nothing had happened, and then secretly observed the old Adlerberg's every move, ready to take a good look at what this old guy was like Your courtiers!

Nicholas I still had a little confidence in his acting skills, and thought he could hide it from other people's eyes, but in fact the effect was really mediocre, because none of the courtiers around him was good.

They have been in the Winter Palace for many years, they are really familiar with Nicholas I, and they are very familiar with every body movement and every subtle facial expression of him.

It is simply impossible for Nicholas I to hide it from them!

On the contrary, the acting skills of these old foxes were even better. They pretended nothing happened, and then retreated as if nothing had happened, but after they dispersed, their true colors were fully revealed.

Peter Volkonski said to Ordorf: "You were not there, and you didn't see His Majesty's expression. Although he didn't say anything, as if nothing happened, I could see that he had already started Pay attention, I'm afraid it won't be long before Vladimir will retire honorably and be raised at home! Haha!"

Peter Volkonski is somewhat proud, because as the chief court minister, there is a conflict of interest between him and old Adlerberg. After all, they are both court ministers, and they can be regarded as peers. Over the years, as Peter Volkonski got older and less energetic, power gradually shifted to old Adlerberg.

How could Peter Volkonski not be worried about this? He didn't want to wake up and find that he was replaced by old Adlerberg, so he took the opportunity to beat the other party and let the other party know who was the boss. It is very necessary.

"Exaggerated!" Although Aldorf has a good relationship with Peter Volkonski, he has no conflict of interest with the old Adlerberg, so he didn't intend to add insult to injury, but asked: "Why did he Sudden attack on Earl Speranski? That little guy doesn’t seem to have offended him, does he?”

Peter Volkonski shook his head and said, "Who knows? Maybe it's the hatred from previous years. After all, the old Earl Speranski offended many people back then. Maybe Vladimir was one of the enemies." !"

Aldorf hummed, thought for a while and asked again: "Your Majesty is really unhappy?"

Peter Volkonski sneered, "Needless to say, although my eyes are old, I can still see clearly. His Majesty must be upset, at least he will give him a good blow!"

After a short pause, he continued: "And this time I did you a big favor. If you really follow Vladimir's suggestion and ask your people to deal with that little guy, you will know the consequences!"

Of course Ordorf knew the consequences. The reputation of Earl Speranski back then was not so high. Even now, there are still many nobles who worship this earl. , That's not the same as putting him on the fire to barbecue!

Naturally, Aldorf didn't like the old Adlerberg either. What old ministers like them hate the most is this kind of dark and shady old bastard.

"Of course I won't let anyone bully me. I'll tell that little guy about it. Don't let him be so stupid that he doesn't know who's tricked him!"

Peter Volkonsky immediately hecked twice. He also meant the same thing. He didn't believe that Alexei would be indifferent after knowing what old Adlerberg had done, and he would definitely greet him well. At that time, that The life of the old guy must be more difficult, and he must be more honest!

Peter Volkonsky and Ordorf were elated, but naturally old Adlerberg was gloomy, and Nicholas I's dissatisfaction was hidden from even old dazzled Peter Volkonsky However, how could it be possible to hide it from his eyes?

After returning home, he also blamed himself and was very annoyed: "You are careless! Today is really careless! Peter Mikhailovich, an old bastard, dared to rape me... Hey, I still underestimated these old guys , this bastard must have been holding back his counterattack, and he was able to endure it for so long, he is indeed a bastard!"