Struggle in Russia

In fact, Alexander II couldn't say anything. He simply didn't like Li Xiao and didn't want to use his cousin at all.

But how could Count Rostovtsev be so proud of him? Getting Li Xiao out of St. Petersburg was a method he came up with in a flash. In order to ensure the smooth implementation of his plan, he must kill or minimize the uncontrollable unplanned factors.

Although Li Xiao cannot be said to be uncontrolled, he is somewhat at odds with Count Rostovtsev, and their ideological differences are quite large.

Count Rostovtsev's plan is likely to be unpopular with Li Xiao. Looking at Li Xiao's reaction to the Ukrainian issue last time, it is difficult to say that he will not be more resistant to Count Rostovtsev's plan in the future.

And Count Rostovtsev had to admit that Li Xiao had some weird abilities, which might really become an unexpected factor in his plan.

So, find a suitable reason to take it away. Aren’t you concerned about the situation in Ukraine? Then I’ll let you go to Ukraine as you wish!

In Count Rostovtsev's view, this could not only eliminate hidden dangers but also sell a favor. At least there was no need to worry about splits within the reformists.

Alexander II hesitated for a long time. Seeing Count Rostovtsev's very determined attitude, he could only sigh and said: "Okay, let Grand Duke Andrei go to Ukraine to investigate the truth. Let's let Kleinmicher Count Er oversees him as his deputy."

Count Kleinmicher was very surprised to learn the news. To be honest, he had never heard of it at all. Why was he suddenly asked to go to Ukraine?

What's more, he went to Ukraine as a deputy. He has never been a deputy in so many years. What's going on?

"The official position is Grand Duke Andrei Constantine," Neridova's explanation confused him even more. He knew who Li Xiao was, but he couldn't figure out why he should be asked to serve as Li Xiao's deputy?

Nelidova added: "According to the information I got, it was the count who suggested that you take the deputy position."

Count Kleinmicher was even more confused. Why did Count Rostovtsev do this? He doesn't want to see Li Xiao? Let him be the supervisor?

Neridova waved her hand and said: "I don't know either. I only know that those old die-hards were quarreling fiercely among themselves. Count Uvarov walked away in a hurry. They seemed to have broken up internally... I can't rule out that the count wanted to take the opportunity to do something. What!"

Count Kleinmicher thought for a long time, but still couldn't figure out the point, because he felt that it was difficult to say which faction Count Rostovtsev belonged to. Anyway, he couldn't figure out the true tendency of this person.

"Forget it, I'm too lazy to guess! Just go as far as you want, isn't it just to be your deputy? I'll just watch with a pair of eyes!"

Judging from what he meant, he only planned to go out this time to watch and speak, let alone express his position. If Alexander II knew that he had such an attitude... well, he probably wouldn't say anything. Anyway, he didn't have any expectations for Li Xiao's trip to Ukraine.

As for Li Xiao, he was also surprised that he was suddenly sent to Ukraine. Although the official statement was that he was asked to investigate the problems in Ukraine's third department, he was not a fool. There had been such a big mistake in Ukraine, so it must be investigated. Deal with a group of "guilty" people.

After all, if there is to be an explanation, there must be a few scapegoats!

He just felt that Alexander II should send his cronies to carry out this kind of task. No matter what, it would never be his turn, right?

But this unfortunate task fell on him. What does this mean?

After thinking for a long time, he had no idea, but since this task was given to him, he was happy to see it work. It’s only right to go to Ukraine to cooperate with Dmitri!

It only took Li Xiao two days in total from receiving the appointment to setting off. Count Kleinmicher was shocked by his miraculous efficiency, because it is normal for this kind of thing to drag on for a month and a half.

After all, according to his understanding, this trip was to wipe his butt. He can deal with a group of people, but he won't lift all the fig leaves and make things unending.

So stay a few more days and let the news fly for a while. It is best to let the Ukrainian bastards receive the information and act quickly to wipe their butts first and clearly divide the responsibilities in all aspects. When they arrive in Ukraine, they will symbolically investigate and deal with a few unlucky people. Damn it, this mission has been successfully completed.

By then, Alexander II will be able to live up to his reputation, and Ukraine’s bosses will be able to pass the test without incident, and everyone will be fine.

Anyway, when imperial envoys went out to investigate cases in the past, they almost always used this routine!

But why does the Grand Duke Andrei in front of him look like a stupid young man? What are you doing in such a hurry? Is it possible that you really want to go on a killing spree?

Count Kleinmicher was full of doubts. It was really strange that this trip came out, the timing was strange, and the person in charge was strange. He really couldn't understand what was going on here.

He could only console himself: Forget it, let him do it! Anyway, I am just a deputy. If the sky falls, you, Archduke Andrei, will still be there to support you. What should I be afraid of? I'd better cooperate honestly, don't talk too much and let you do whatever you want!

Li Xiao moved very quickly on this journey. He completed more than half a month's journey in five days. When he entered Dmitry's headquarters, some people in St. Petersburg were still asking about how to get his way as an imperial envoy. !

Dmitri was quite surprised by Li Xiao's appearance: "His Majesty, why are you here?"

Li Xiao smiled bitterly and said: "I don't know either. His Majesty's order is for me to investigate the negligence of Ukraine's third department, but I feel it's not that simple!"

Dmitri blinked, looked at Li Xiao and then at Count Kleinmicher who was bored. There were some things he couldn't directly ask when this outsider was present.

He had no choice but to say: "I see, but there are rebels around Kiev, and it's not an ordinary danger to get there. I think it's better for you to stay here and wait for me to remove the threat from the rebels before going."

Li Xiao is actually not in a hurry to go to Kiev, so what if he does? The problem of Kiev's third department's negligence is serious and serious, but if you want to say that it has a lot to do with it, it doesn't matter. After all, this is just an intelligence department. At most, it can only be said that their work is ineffective, but the responsibility for the rebellion certainly does not lie with them.

Those who deserve to be spanked are Ukrainian bureaucrats and nobles, large and small, who are the root of the problem. However, Alexander II did not give him the power to deal with local officials in Ukraine. Obviously, this was to prevent him!

Li Xiao chuckled and said, "Then I'm sorry to bother you, Count. Please find us a place to rest. We've been exhausted from working so hard these days!"