Struggle in Russia

The news of Mark Mikheevich's arrest can be said to be a thunderstorm on the ground. It was not only the old court of Nicholas I who was shocked, but also caught some people who were planning to wait and see.

And this so-called person who is ready to wait and see naturally refers to Duke Mikhail Gorchakov. When Mark offended him before, he really had the idea of ​​killing Mark and ending it all.

But this idea came and went quickly, and soon he chose to wait and see under heavy considerations. Originally, he hoped that Lazarev and Mark Mikheevich would grind slowly until both sides were exhausted. At that time, he will rush forward to reap the benefits of the fisherman and maximize his benefits.

At that time, Prince Mikhail was not proud of his own cleverness, thinking that he would have enough of Mark Mikheevich's Lazarev. At that time, the most difficult work and the blame for offending Menshikov will be borne by Lazarev.

It's just that the changes came too fast. Before Duke Mikhail could react, Mark was forcefully arrested by Lazarev, followed by a series of methodical actions to beat the dog in the water as fast as lightning.

After Duke Mikhail realized that even without him, Lazarev would be sure of Mark Mikheevich, he immediately noticed that something was wrong.

Some people may not understand, what's wrong with Duke Mikhail? Isn't it beautiful that he doesn't need to touch this matter at all? Sit in the theater and watch Mark break down effortlessly, no more idiots to interfere with his military exploits. Isn't it bad?

It seems to be quite beautiful, but usually it cannot stand careful scrutiny. At first, Prince Mikhail thought so too. He thought it would be good not to have to dirty his hands, but after thinking about it, he realized—no! This thing can't be done like this!

Why?

It's very simple. It is definitely a big deal for a senior general like Mark Mikjevic to be taken down. It can even be said to be the highest-ranking general who fell after the rebellion of the previous Decembrists in Nicholas I's era.

Such a high-level general does not mean that he can be won just because he wins it. The relationship and influence in all aspects are astonishing. Nicholas I would definitely think: [Why did Lazarev be captured by Mark Mikheevich at the first sight of a discord? There is no sign at all, which is too strange? 】

Nicholas I would still think: [Didn't I send Mikhail Gorchakov to command the battle? Seems like he's already in Sevastopol? Why didn't Mikhail send any news back? It is impossible for Lazarev to hide such a big matter from him, right? 】

Then what would Nicholas I think,

You will definitely wonder if there is a PY deal between Duke Mikhail and Lazarev, and then one will deliberately pretend to be deaf and dumb, and the other will cut it first and then play it?

Nicholas I will certainly not rule out this possibility, unless Duke Mikhail reported to him before the incident, saying that Mark was wrong, or that Lazarev seemed to be wrong about Mark. The meaning of the shot.

If Prince Mikhail didn't report it, then Nicholas I must have made other bad associations. After all, this incident was too coincidental, so coincidental that people couldn't believe that Prince Mikhail didn't know it!

In fact, Duke Mikhail himself thought of this possibility, so Nicholas I would think so even more. And once Nicholas I thought so, Duke Mikhail would be in a bad situation. Even if Nicholas I won't say anything for a while, he will definitely write it down in his little black book. When he has the opportunity to fight and make meritorious service in the future, maybe he will pass Duke Mikhail directly. Lost.

This is definitely not the result that Duke Mikhail wants. He is still looking forward to jumping to the front line to be on an equal footing with Menshikov and others! Why are you willing to sit on the bench!

[This bastard Mikhail Petrovich killed me! 】

This was probably the truest thought in his heart, but even if he was angry, there was nothing he could do about Lazarev. Because they did it openly and aboveboard, and they couldn't find any problems in the procedure. As for not notifying you, Duke Mikhail will do it together, hehe, even if you are notified, what will you do together!

Anyway, Duke Mikhail’s heart is full of embarrassment at this time. He is indeed to blame for this painful situation. When Jevich committed a crime, such as when the opponent offended him that night, he had ample opportunity to take the initiative.

At that time, he only needed to go to Lazarev, talk about the matter, and then show his attitude, asking Lazarev to deal with Mark Mikheevich together, then he would not be so passive in the future. At that time, Lazarev must have given him enough time to greet Nicholas I, so that he would not feel that he was attacked.

It's a pity that Duke Mikhail missed the opportunity because of the chicken thief and hesitation, which directly turned a good hand into a bad one. Now, no matter whether he goes to Lazarev again for cooperation, or with Menshikov and Nishi Gula I explained that no one would believe it.

Ermolov ruthlessly mocked Prince Mikhail's self-inflicted guilt: "Your boy is too smart for all his calculations. How about it, you have suffered a big loss! Be a man and do things, don't be too smart, be a little stupid friend You will have more friends, and you will have more paths!"

"If you're not such a thug, you should discuss it with Mikhail Petrovich earlier, why is this so!"

Duke Mikhail's face was naturally darkened by the training, and he couldn't refute it. How could the old rascal in front of him be right!

And Yermolov continued to teach: "Boy, I will teach you to be a good boy. When dealing with Mikhail Petrovich, you will be less of a chicken thief and more straightforward. He put up with Mark Mikheev. After so many years, do you really think that he has nothing to do with the other party? He is planning to kill him with one blow, so that the guy will never stand up again."

"Comparing calculations with him, I'm afraid his calculations are deeper than yours. Once you let him seize the opportunity, you won't be given any chance to resist... This is the same as fighting. Hesitating to miss the opportunity, like you If the general had let me go, he would have told you to pack up and get out!"

"Hmph! Over the years, the ones who lead troops to fight are not as good as the previous ones. They can only walk forward and put on poses. Is it true that fighting is a military parade!"

Seeing the gloomy expression on Prince Mikhail Ermolov's face, he was furious, and angrily said: "Why are you still standing there, why don't you go to Lazarev at this time? Wait until someone comes to find you!"