Struggle in Russia

Mark Mikheevich was not satisfied with Kornilov's answer, he wanted to know more specific situations, rather than these ambiguous formulas.

So he continued to ask: "Vladimir Alexievich, I must remind you that the Ministry of the Navy is paying close attention to this operation, and the Ministry wants to know accurate information."

Kornilov was unmoved: "All the relevant information that should be submitted to the Ministry of the Navy has been submitted in full. I know as much as the Ministry knows."

Mark Mikheevich was a little annoyed, and said angrily: "Nonsense! The ministry wants to know more specifics!"

Kornilov retorted very calmly: "The Ministry does not need to know. According to the agreement between Admiral Lazarev and the Ministry of the Navy, all specific commands and actions of this operation will not be allowed by the Ministry of the Navy and other unrelated people. Intervene."

Mark Mikheevich stared fiercely at Kornilov, but the latter also turned back with his eyes, clearly saying, "What can you do to me!"

Indeed, Mark Mikheevich could do nothing against Kornilov. Because Kornilov is a member of Lazarev, and because Lazarev is the boss of the Black Sea Fleet, and Lazarev is very important in front of Nicholas I.

Mark Mikheevich heard about it, when St. Petersburg was full of turmoil because of the steamship dispute and the innovation of Grand Duke Constantine. At the critical moment, Lazarev did not completely stand on the side of Grand Duke Constantine, and chose to cautiously develop steam ships instead of the grand construction policy of Grand Duke Constantine.

This attitude made Menshikov, especially Nicholas I, very satisfied and happy. He felt that the old man Lazarev still insisted on principles at critical moments. Even Crown Prince Alexander praised the old general.

These have further enhanced the weight of Lazarev's speech within the navy. Even Menshikov wrote to warn him not to offend the old man and let him get some points.

This made Mark Mikheevich very difficult, because he had a very weak sense of presence in the Black Sea Fleet, and almost all the middle and senior officers under him were from Lazarev. How to do things?

Of course, Mark Mikjevic had nothing to do, and he couldn't do anything either. As a landlubber who has no actual command experience and knows nothing about the navy, he really doesn't even have the qualifications to talk about naval affairs. Forcibly doing things in the past few years has caused a lot of jokes, and has become the biggest laughing stock of the Black Sea Fleet.

It's just that Mark Mikheevich didn't know himself. He felt that the reason why he made a joke was entirely because of Lazarev's suppression and the disobedience of the officers below. It has nothing to do with his ability.

This made him more and more want to play tricks, to express himself, to make some achievements to show off. And this time "bullying" Li Xiao was a good opportunity for him.

If Li Xiao could be eliminated, then Nicholas I, Crown Prince Alexander, and Menshikov would all be extremely happy. At that time, he would either show his face or be promoted. So when he received the task, he was very active and proactive.

But now, even a mere little Kornilov dares to ignore him and block his way to promotion, how can this be tolerated!

Mark Mikheevich immediately exploded: "Vladimir Alexievich, what is your attitude! As the supervisor of the naval infantry, I have the responsibility and the right to know everything about the 748 regiment, This is the power His Majesty bestows on me!"

Kornilov just raised his eyelids, and said calmly: "Your Majesty did not give you this power! As the person in charge of this operation, this is only my power and has nothing to do with you!"

Mark Mikheevich went crazy, and roared at Kornilov: "But I am your immediate superior, and you are under my control! So..."

"No reason!" Kornilov pushed him back with one sentence, "This operation belongs directly to General Lazarev, and I am only responsible to the general. If you want to know more about specific matters, you can inquire. General Lazarev."

At the end, Kornilov added: "All other relevant information is top secret, and no one who has nothing to do with it may illegally listen to it. Otherwise, it will be regarded as espionage and treason. General, you should know the seriousness!"

Mark Mikheevich had no choice but to give Kornilov a bitter look, then left with his hands. He knew that there was nothing he could do with Kornilov, and he could only humiliate himself if he continued to grind his teeth.

"Asshole! Asshole! Asshole!"

Mark Mikheevich beat the carriage viciously to vent his anger. Kornilov was so pissed off. The other party's undisguised contempt severely damaged his self-esteem. If he hadn't been unable to beat the vicious Kornilov, he's ready to drop his gloves and start a duel.

"General, what should we do now? Vladimir Alexievich is harder to deal with than a stone in a latrine!"

Looking at the dog legs with "I'm in a difficult situation", "I tried my best", and "I can't help it" written all over his face, Mark Mikheevich felt a burst of irritability again.

After a long while, he ordered viciously: "You send capable men to Izmail, didn't that bastard say that the bastard grand duke is going to cross the border from there, you should go and investigate, ask the local officials to cooperate, and you must catch him! "

After a pause, he continued: "However, you can't believe everything that bastard said. The ghost knows if it's true or not. You should also pay attention to the movement in the direction of Galazi. You must notify the front line. You must pay close attention to the movement of the border. Once you find that the bastard grand duke is going to cross the border, take action immediately! Make sure he never returns!"

After making these preparations, Mark Mikheevich is still not particularly relieved, because his manpower is really limited. Although the local officials in Bessarabia are obedient, their abilities are not particularly reassuring, and the border line is too long. It is also densely covered with forests and swamps, and it is too easy for a small group of people to cross the border.

"No, I have to make another preparation!" Mark Mikheevich muttered and took out the letterhead, and began to write furiously:

"Dear Polfisha, your old friend has encountered a little trouble and urgently needs your help... If you can get rid of or find the trace of the Grand Duke, I can guarantee that His Majesty, His Highness, and His Excellency the Prince will all I am very happy... You will no longer have to lurk in Moldavia to suffer, and return to St. Petersburg to find a lucrative position, and even being knighted is easy... Such good things don't happen every day, don't miss the opportunity..."