Struggle in Russia

Li Xiao told Vasily Konstantinovich that interfering with the old Adlerberg father and son's good deeds would not only offend the father and son, but also probably bring Duke Dolgoruky and Pobedosnos with him. Tsev will also take action to cause trouble.

In short, this is a hornet's nest that will explode if you poke it!

However, Vasily Konstantinovich replied firmly: "Your Excellency, I am prepared. Even if they come together, I will not be afraid!"

Li Xiao found Vasily Konstantinovich more and more interesting, because anyone who dared to pat his chest and talk like this was either stupid or stiff-backed. This guy really doesn't look like a fool. Is this guy's waist so strong?

Alexey smiled and explained: "Vasily Konstantinovich is a descendant of Marshal Repnin, so you don't have to worry about his network. Even if Count Uvarov makes an offer, you have to weigh it carefully." !”

It is not surprising that Vasily Konstantinovich is Li Xiao, a descendant of Marshal Repnin, because Alexei had introduced his surname before. But Repnin's descendants are not necessarily all awesome, okay? The marshal has been dead for a hundred years. No matter how awesome he was at the time, there is no guarantee that his descendants will still be as awesome a hundred years later.

After all, there are many descendants of Repnin. There are many direct and collateral descendants, and there are always those who have done well and those who have done poorly. Fortunately, Vasily Konstantinovich belonged to the well-off category, otherwise he would not have become the military attaché of Crown Prince Nicholas.

What Li Xiao is worried about is that even if he does well, there is still a gap between him and Count Uvarov, Duke Dolgoruky and the old Adlerbergs. He can say that he is not afraid of these people in St. Petersburg. Not much.

But Li Xiao, who was very sure that he had Alexei's guarantee, could only choose to believe it. After all, his predecessor was not actually integrated into the top aristocratic circles in St. Petersburg. The news in this regard was not bad at all, and he could not see many things clearly through a layer of veil.

"Since you are so insistent, let me tell you frankly. It is very simple to destroy their good deeds. All you need to do is tell Count Uvarov what old Adlerberg did... It's just that the count He is not easy to get along with. With his cunning and cunning, he may not act according to common sense..."

Vasily Konstantinovich was stunned because he didn't quite understand what the trick was to play cards that didn't follow common sense. After all, he had only heard about Count Uvarov's superb methods, but he lacked intuition about what the trick was. understanding.

Li Xiao explained patiently: "The earl does not lack long-term vision, so sometimes even if he knows that some people's small actions will harm his interests, he may choose to endure it for the sake of long-term interests... and he does not He may not necessarily fight back immediately, he is not the kind of person who only seeks temporary success..."

Li Xiao sighed and said: "And this means that he may sit back and ignore old Adlerberg's little actions, but he will also secretly remember you as a person who is trying to make a name for himself... Once the time is right in the future, he will I will choose to fight back, and it’s hard to say when that will happen!”

Now Vasily Konstantinovich finally understood where the danger lies. The reason lies in the uncertainty of Count Uvarov. He may counterattack decisively, but he may not. After all, there is no such thing as a thief guard. reason.

After a few months or even years, you will have forgotten about it. At that time, the old fox will suddenly pull out the blacklist, give you a cross, and then trick you. How to prevent it?

Alexey smiled bitterly and said: "It would be great if we could get rid of this old fox!"

Li Xiao looked at him and then at Vasily Konstantinovich. The truth was this. He also wanted to kill the old fox immediately, but the problem was that it was impossible! Even Alexander II didn't dare to say that he could kill that old fox in one go, let alone a few of their rotten eggs!

"So, how to pass the news to Count Uvarov's ears will test your level and relationship. The worst way is to tell him directly. That is the worst choice."

Vasily Konstantinovich and Alexey nodded. The most stupid next step is to not do it if you can. The question is how to use the best option?

Li Xiao explained carefully: "It is best to activate the network to see if there is anyone who can talk to Count Uvarov, try to leak the news to him, and let him poke this hornet's nest. but……"

Vasily Konstantinovich quickly asked: "But what? I think this is good!"

Li Xiao explained patiently: "But this wallflower must be chosen well. If you choose a big mouth, those few people will know about it before the news reaches Count Uvarov's ears. This will be easy." Triggering an unpredictable chain reaction..."

The so-called unpredictable chain reaction naturally refers to causing excessive turmoil in the situation, accidentally igniting the powder keg, and triggering a full-scale showdown between reformists and conservatives. That would be really fun.

After all, no one knows how those cunning conservatives will consider the gains and losses of interests. Once someone misjudges the situation, it is really difficult to say.

Alexey agreed: "Yes, there may even be an even more ridiculous possibility, what if the wallflower is really trying to be in two boats, and thinks he is trying to curry favor with Pobedonostsev or Baryatin?" It would be ridiculous to not tell Count Uvarov about this good opportunity, but to inform them instead!"

Vasily Konstantinovich also laughed bitterly along with him. This was indeed a speechless question. Because the human heart is really hard to guess, no one dares to guarantee what will happen to the other party.

Li Xiao spread his hands and said, "I really can't help in this regard, I can only look to you two!"

Vasily Konstantinovich and Alexey looked at each other, and then they both fell into deep thought. They were both thinking about who was the most reliable helper. However, after thinking for a long time, they were not completely sure. , because those candidates have more or less problems.

Alexey sighed: "The biggest problem with these candidates is the uncertainty of the relationship network. You also know the virtues of wallflowers. What these bastards are best at is stepping on a few boats. Most people are more or less capable." They are involved with Count Uvarov, Baryatinsky and Pobedosnosev, and there is really no guarantee that they will definitely turn to Count Uvarov!"

This was also the issue that Li Xiao was most worried about. The three of them discussed for a while, but the conclusion was still uncertain, so they had no choice but to give up temporarily. Li Xiao planned to ask Count Rostovtsev for his advice...