Struggle in Russia

Anton was confused by Rostovtsev's words, figured out Shuvalov's cards? It's not that it can't be done, but it's very difficult. If Shuvalov hadn't been under house arrest, it might be easier, but in his current state, most of the investigation methods are useless, unless it is Count Rostovtsev Agree that he will execute the other party, so that he can be sure to pry Count Shuvalov's mouth open.

But Anton knew very well that this possibility did not exist at all, and Count Rostovtsev would never allow him to do so. After all, Shuvalov is a high-ranking aristocrat, even if he is suspected of being a high-ranking aristocrat, he is still a high-ranking aristocrat. I think that when Benkendorf was in charge of the third part, he used to treat noble prisoners of Shuvalov's level at most. There was a whip.

It's impossible to use all kinds of torture continuously to torture high-ranking nobles!

So Anton raised his head and glanced at Count Rostovtsev before replying: "There is no certainty, unless you release him now."

Count Rostovtsev smiled and said, "Other than this method?"

Anton spread his hands openly and said, "I can use torture to pry his mouth open, but you still won't agree."

Count Rostovtsev laughed more and more interestingly, because he was more satisfied with Anton's answer, and Anton told him directly that he did not reject using torture to deal with Shuvalov. This was said directly and decisively, without any psychological burden.

This made Count Rostovtsev very satisfied. What he hated the most was the behavior of setting up a memorial archway in a hypocritical way even though he had already become a female cousin. In this muddy water, either learn to use all means to attack the enemy, or try to go ashore honestly, don't want to kill the opponent but don't want to get your hands dirty. That is the most stupid!

For example, Count Rostovtsev believed that if he asked Sergey the same question, then his secretary would definitely not be so straightforward, and would definitely be reluctant to get his hands dirty. It wasn't until he put more pressure on Sergey that he would "reluctantly" do it.

This kind of "cleanliness" is meaningless and a waste of time. You have already stood on the hostile side with Shuvalov, do you still expect everyone to fight only with civilized methods?

The sooner you throw this fig leaf, the better. In this world of the jungle, the only way to survive is to find ways to fight the enemy. If you don’t understand this truth, you are just an ant, and sooner or later you will be torn to pieces by the ferocious enemy.

Of course, Count Rostovtsev is not advocating ruthless and iron-blooded methods, let alone hoping that Anton will become an out-and-out executioner. He just hoped that after young people like Anton found a goal to fight for, they would not be distracted by some insignificant things.

resulting in wrong decisions.

After all, there are still too few people like them in Russia. If you don't know how to protect yourself, you will soon be torn apart by beasts like Count Shuvalov or Count Uvarov, it would be a pity.

So he replied very easily: "Of course I don't agree. Besides, why do I feel that you have no mercy for Count Shuvalov? Kindness is the most precious quality in human nature, but why don't I see it from you?" How about a little bit of merciful light?"

Anton curled his lips and replied disdainfully: "Kindness is also divided into objects. I can't be kind to people like Shuvalov. My kindness will only be given to those who are really weak and need help, and Not a man-eating devil like him! Destroying a devil like him is my greatest mercy!"

Count Rostovtsev once again looked at Anton with admiration, because if Sergey was asked this question, the answer would definitely not be like this. Most likely, his secretary would struggle to say a bunch of bright reasons to justify his actions, and this was the greatest hypocrisy in Count Rostovtsev's eyes.

After doing everything, why do you find so many messy excuses? Everyone is a thousand-year-old fox who doesn't know how many fox tails someone has! Instead of trying to quibble, it is better to be frank.

"I am amazed by your worldview!" Count Rostovtsev said with a smile, "This is the first time I have seen someone speak the cruel truth so shamelessly. Don't you feel ashamed?"

Anton became more and more speechless, he snorted and replied: "Anyway, after seeing what Count Shuvalov has done, I won't feel guilty for destroying him, it will only make me feel guilty." Feel comfortable!"

"You are such a cruel person!" Count Rostovtsev sighed pretendingly, but immediately he changed the subject and said, "But I happen to be short of a cruel person here, are you interested in working in St. Petersburg? I can introduce you to work at the third headquarters or the imperial meeting."

Anton refused without the slightest hesitation: "I'm sorry, thank you for your kindness. Although I yearn for St. Petersburg very much, I think the current job is more suitable for me!"

Count Rostovtsev showed a playful look, probably because Anton's decisive refusal surprised him a bit. Originally, he thought Anton would be a little entangled, but he didn't expect this kid to be so decisive.

"Don't you think about it again? Such opportunities don't come every day. To be precise, after you miss this one time, it is unlikely that you will have the next one. How about it? Do you want to think about it carefully?"

Faced with Count Rostovtsev's temptation, Anton remained unmoved, and once again refused the matter without hesitation. The decisiveness surprised the Count.

He smiled and said, "You are the most amazing young man I have ever seen... You should be the second most amazing young man, but considering the relationship between you and the most amazing, this magic is also understandable. If it is convenient, Can you tell me the reason for your refusal?"

This question stunned Anton, but he still answered frankly: "First of all, I don't like the working atmosphere in St. Petersburg. There are almost no like-minded people there. , with my qualifications, I am just an insignificant pawn, and I can't play any role at all. And my current job has both like-minded friends and a boss who understands and supports me. I can learn a lot, so why should I To St. Petersburg?"

Count Rostovtsev nodded and said with a smile: "It seems that the reason is very good! It's just that I think it's a waste for you to stay in your current position. I have a suggestion that can completely make you play a bigger role." The role of..."