Struggle in Russia

Where did Mark Mikheevich get the confidence that Prince Mikhail Gorchakov would not just sit idly by?

Was it because he was Menshikov's confidant and confidant?

Is it because he has the money to buy off Duke Mikhail?

It should be said that these two reasons are not. Because Menshikov's cronies are not enough for Duke Mikhail, even if Duke Mikhail's status is lower than that of the chief eunuch, but a sycophant like Mark is simply a fart to him, okay?

As for money? Hey, do you think Duke Mikhail is so short of money? What's more, this time he valued merit more, and he was even more disapproving of the so-called external possessions.

Naturally, these two reasons were not convincing enough at all, nor could they impress Prince Mikhail. Mark Mikheevich’s real strength is Nicholas I’s desire for a balance in the existence of the Black Sea Fleet. If Mark falls, the Black Sea Fleet will be dominated by the Lazarev family, which is extremely detrimental to the imperial power. Yes, it is also unfavorable for Duke Mikhail who is about to command the Black Sea Fleet to quell the rebellion in Wallachia and Moldavia.

Mark confidently believed that his existence was extremely important to Duke Mikhail and Nicholas I, and the Black Sea Fleet could not be without him as an important stumbling block, so he thought that Duke Mikhail would stand by his side.

So is he thinking right?

It should be said that part of it is correct. Without the farce of the military parade a few days ago, Duke Mikhail would really not allow Lazarev to touch Mark easily. No matter how useless this person is, he will check and balance Lazarev. important chips.

And it is indeed necessary to give Nicholas I face. After all, the appearance of the Black Sea Fleet is what His Majesty wants to see. If the balance is really broken, isn't that a medicine for His Majesty the Emperor?

However, the bad thing is Mark's poor performance. When Duke Mikhail discovered that this guy had messed up the naval infantry and cleaned up all the supplies in the warehouse, Mark's role as a check and balance was meaningless.

After all, Duke Mikhail's most important thing is military exploits. When Mark can't bring him a lot of military exploits, then the meaning of this kind of check and balance will be gone.

Naturally, Prince Mikhail's attitude became ambiguous, and he said calmly: "I don't understand Izmail's affairs, and if I don't understand, I can't talk nonsense. I believe that the military police and the third department will not It’s groundless, let’s take a look, maybe things will be cleared up soon, maybe it’s a misunderstanding.”

These words directly chilled Mark's heart, because Duke Mikhail's attitude was completely different from what he expected,

Could it be that he didn't speak clearly enough, could it be that the duke didn't hear clearly what he just said.

Mark could only bite the bullet and continued: "Duke, I think there is definitely something wrong with this. I know my brother Mikhail. He has always been honest and honest, and he is devoted to his work. How could he commit corruption? He also committed all kinds of crimes of murder and silence, this is absolutely framed!"

Duke Mikhail chuckled in his heart. If it was someone else, he might believe it, but what kind of bird is Mikheevich? Just look at the guy in front of him. Corruption and perverting the law are definitely there, and it is absolutely not uncommon to pay for murder, and even some other crimes are reasonable.

Of course, these have nothing to do with him. He is not interested in meddling in the Black Sea Fleet's mess. His attitude towards this matter is to let Mark and Lazarev fight. You are free to see who can win. It has nothing to do with him.

He impatiently perfunctory: "I said, I don't understand this case... and it seems that Colonel Balyakov is also doing his job, there is no deviance... Even if you have an opinion, you have a different opinion You should also go to the gendarmerie. Why are you looking for me?"

Mark was really anxious now, and said without hesitation: "I think only you can uphold justice for me. This is because some insidious villains in the Black Sea Fleet colluded to frame our brothers...so the people of the Black Sea Fleet I completely I can't believe it, I think only you are the most suitable person to investigate this case!"

Mark's stubbornness made Duke Mikhail a little annoyed. He had already made it clear that he didn't want to get involved in this stinky piece of shit, but the bastard in front of him insisted on pushing him into the shit. What is the intention of this guy? !

Immediately, Prince Mikhail turned his face straight, and said in a deep voice: "Lieutenant General Mark Mikheevich, let me tell you one last time, there is no problem with the procedure of this case. Even if you have different opinions, you should report to the No. Reported by the three headquarters or higher-level gendarmerie departments! This case is not under my control, and I don’t want to. This is a matter for your Black Sea Fleet, and you can solve it yourself!"

Mark was dumbfounded at this moment. He never expected that Duke Mikhail's attitude was so decisive that he didn't give him any face at all. He suddenly went crazy.

"Duke, you can't do this!" Mark said angrily, "Your Majesty didn't send you here for Lazarev's purpose!"

This remark made Duke Mikhail even more annoyed. Of course he knew what Mark meant, but it was not up to someone to say it, okay? To put it bluntly. This is seriously offensive!

"General, let me remind you one last time, you have to settle your own affairs! As for my mission, you don't need to worry about it!"

It's just that I don't know whether Mark didn't understand the warning or whether he was really red-eyed and desperate, he still refused to let go: "It is very dangerous for you to do this! As long as I respond to Prince Menshikov and His Majesty, you I'm afraid the commander is about to fall! I advise you to know something better!"

This time, Duke Mikhail was completely irritated, because someone was pressing him with Namenshkov and Nicholas I, why? I really thought he was a lot worse than Menshikov, even a dog under Menshikov dared to tell him what to do!

Suddenly, Duke Mikhail flashed a serious cold light, and replied coldly: "Persuade me to be wise? You really have a lot of courage! No wonder you can lead the elite naval infantry into a group of rabble, no wonder you dare to send the supplies in the warehouse Sold out... Advise me to be wise? I will give you the original words! I think you should be wiser, if His Majesty knows what you have done, what do you think will happen to you!"

Before Mark Mikheevich could answer, Duke Mikhail pointed in the direction of the gate and scolded unceremoniously: "Get out! If you dare to say one more nonsense, I will contact the Black Sea Fleet right now The gendarme, first check the matter of the naval infantry warehouse! Get lost!"