Struggle in Russia

Schwarzenberg felt tricky. If he couldn't deal with the difficult Grand Duchess, then everything would be useless. But right now, the opponent's invulnerable attitude is really difficult to deal with. What should we do?

Not to mention, Schwarzenberg is really a bit clever. After trying the strong method just now, he found that the effect was not satisfactory, and he knew that continuing to use force would only make things more complicated and difficult.

So he immediately changed his banner and began to use Huairou methods. He hoped that the Grand Duchess would be soft, and hoped that he could use three melons and two dates to fool her.

"Ma'am, you don't understand my attitude. I am always on the side of Austria and the royal family. The reason why I remind and warn you is to prevent the worst from happening! Personally, I am always willing to help Your Majesty and His Royal Highnesses serve and dedicate!"

Princess Sophie naturally didn't believe this kind of nonsense, but she also knew that although Schwarzenberg's nonsense could not be believed, this tone was a signal to give in. And she didn't have the confidence and full confidence to showdown with the other party, the best way is naturally to take a step back. Now that the other party is about to make concessions, let's see what the conditions are.

"I naturally believe in your loyalty, and I also believe that you have the ability to lead Austria out of the predicament..."

After going around in circles, Princess Sophie asked bluntly: "Then what do you think is the best way to solve the current predicament, Your Excellency?"

Schwarzenberg immediately said flickeringly: "In view of the current difficult situation, and considering that His Majesty's personal ability and energy are unable to deal with this extremely complicated situation... For the sake of His Majesty's health, I think it is possible to consider letting His Majesty abdicate early to recuperate , Change to someone with more energy and more outstanding ability to lead us out of the predicament... I think this is the best solution at present!"

As if he was afraid that Princess Sophie would not agree, he said in a flickering manner: "After all, the current people have lost confidence in His Majesty, and it is too cruel to continue to let His Majesty reluctantly undertake tasks that he cannot afford. It is very detrimental to His Majesty himself! So choosing a new leader is the best and perfect way!"

This answer is actually not surprising to Princess Sophie at all. As early as a month ago, there were rumors in the aristocratic circle that Ferdinand I would abdicate and choose a new emperor. It has even been rumored that there are noses and eyes, and now Schwarzenberg has just pierced the last layer of window paper. What is there to make a fuss about?

Princess Sophie nodded slowly, as if agreeing with Schwarzenberg's opinion, but she didn't say it out. This is also her caution. After all, no matter how cautious this kind of thing is, even though that uncle is a fool , but his wife Princess Maria Anna of Savoy is not stupid.

Who wants to marry a fool these days? There was nothing attractive about it except the title of that empress. Just like Princess Sophie herself, if it weren't for the fact that her uncle has no heirs, she would not be willing to marry the imbecile Archduke Franz Karl.

So before everything is finalized, it's better to keep a low profile, so as not to settle down. What's more, Princess Sophie can't trust Schwarzenberg at all, so she has a few extra thoughts.

Seeing Princess Sophie nodding, Schwarzenberg heaved a sigh of relief. He was really worried that Princess Sophie would oppose the replacement of Ferdinand I, and that would be a big deal. Now that the grand duchess also agrees to change the emperor, the next thing will be relatively easy.

Of course, Schwarzenberg was not particularly relaxed. After all, it is hard to say whether the plan of changing the emperor in his mind will suit Princess Sophie's appetite. After all, what they hope is to replace Grand Duke Franz Joseph, not her. Her husband, Grand Duke Franz Karl. Although her husband and son are both her family members, they have completely different meanings.

Either this grand duchess can aspire to the throne of the queen, or she is still just a grand duchess, this is a world of difference!

But Schwarzenberg was not particularly nervous, because in his opinion, the meat was still in Princess Sophie's bowl,

The name of a mere queen should not be that important.

"Given the current tense situation, we all agree that your eldest son, Archduke Franz Joseph, is the most suitable candidate... Your Excellency the Grand Duke is shrewd, capable, smart and wise. No one is more suitable for that position... eh?"

The shrewd Schwarzenberg obviously realized that he had made a mistake again, because Princess Sophie was shocked by the news, obviously shocked, and obviously very surprised by this plan!

This made Schwarzenberg's heart skip a beat. He knew something was going to happen again. What if the Grand Duchess disagreed?

Immediately, he watched Princess Sophie's expression nervously, and his brain was running fast, as if he was preparing all kinds of arguments!

Princess Sophie was really surprised, because she felt that her husband's succession to the throne was a certainty at first, because there was no other contender!

But who would have thought that this competitor would emerge from the slanting thorns, and this group of guys actually planned to let the eldest son Franz Joseph replace her husband. What kind of fairy operation is this?

For a while, Princess Sophie also couldn't figure it out, what was she waiting for for so many years? Is it because she loves Franz Karl that fool? How could she love that fool? The purpose is not to be a queen one day with pride.

But now these courtiers actually told her: "Well, we don't plan to make you queen, why don't you make room for Grand Duke Franz Joseph, and you will be out of business early if you are troubled!"

Princess Sophie naturally couldn't fully accept it, but if you said she would strongly resist and oppose it, that wouldn't be the case. As Schwarzenberg said, the meat is still in her pot, is it acceptable to let her son be the emperor!

But being acceptable does not mean that she is willing to accept it. The most disgusting part of Schwarzenberg's plan is Princess Sophie. She can accept it but it is really disgusting, just like being forced to eat flies.

Naturally, Princess Sophie was stunned. She carefully considered the pros and cons, and considered whether there was a less disgusting choice, so after a long while, she slowly said to Schwarzenberg: "Your Excellency, your suggestion is really important. It surprised me... please allow me to think about such a big matter! I will reply you as soon as I have a decision, how about it?"

Princess Sophie didn't say it to death, she hoped to think it over carefully, and it was best to find a shrewd person to help her analyze it before making a decision.

And here, Schwarzenberg didn't dare to push too far. As long as Princess Sophie didn't reject her outright, he would be willing to give the other party a little time, so he naturally agreed...