Struggle in Russia

Paskovich was an old fellow. This veteran was fifteen years older than Nicholas I, and six years older than the old eunuch Menshikov who was too old to move. It can be called the living fossil of the Army.

But don't underestimate this living fossil. In 1816, the Ukrainian became Nicholas I's chief and had a huge influence on him. After Nicholas I became emperor, he still respected this living fossil very much, calling Paskovich "my father, my commander".

This also gave Paskovic the nickname "Daddy". It's just that Dad's reputation in the army is not good, not everyone likes and respects Dad like Nicholas I.

For example, Paskovich's secretary, the Russian poet Griboyedov, said: "Paskovich is an intolerable ass, only Ukrainian cunning, an idiot!"

If you think about all the secretaries close to him saying that about him, what kind of temperament is this old man supposed to be. Even Chernyshov, an old friend, actually looked down on his father a little in his heart, thinking that this father was sensitive, irritable, arrogant, dull, and what's more shameful, he was almost illiterate.

Awesome! A field marshal who could barely read, in Russia in the middle of the 19th century, there were such dignitaries, and he was trusted and favored by Nicholas I. What a miracle!

Paskovich leaned tightly on the sofa with his stocky back, crossed his legs, raised his chin, and asked in a low voice with his unique Ukrainian accent:

"Sania (Alexander's nickname), why are you looking for me in such a hurry?"

Old Chernyshev didn't like being called Sanya at all, and he didn't like being treated so disrespectfully by anyone except Tsar Nicholas I and his long-dead father.

Old Chernyshev preferred to be called His Excellency the Count, His Excellency the Count, or His Excellency the Minister of War. But for Paskovic, who is more qualified and likes to rely on the old to sell the old, he has nothing to do. Since Nicholas I called him my father, the old man has become swollen. He really regards himself as an elder, and he always talks to them in the tone of teaching the younger generation, which is really disgusting.

Old Chernyshov suppressed his displeasure and said, "Your Excellency, some news has been widely circulated recently. Have you heard of it?"

Paskovich yawned. For an old man like him, he has more than enough energy to even ride girls, let alone listen to gossip. He didn't care or be interested.

Seeing Paskovich who lacked interest, Old Chernyshov became more and more upset, and could only suppress his anger and deal with him patiently.

"I heard that His Majesty is not satisfied with Prince Menshikov?" He asked ambiguously.

Paskovich, who was yawning with his mouth wide open just now, suddenly sat up straight, looked straight at Old Chernyshov, and asked incredulously, "Really?"

Old Chernyshov's mouth twitched. He suspected that he came to Paskovich to inquire about news because he had a convulsion. This old idiot really became more and more dull and confused.

He could only turn to St. Petersburg Police Chief Alexander Pacal, who was sitting upright like a primary school student: "Your Excellency, you have many eyes and ears, you should have heard the news, right?"

Kapal was so flattered that he almost stood up. He, the St. Petersburg police chief, is notoriously hard work. Just like Shuntian Fuyin in ancient China, there are many mother-in-laws with low official titles, and the capital is full of dignitaries. If you don't pay attention, you will offend the god who can't be provoked. What's worse is He has to take the initiative to take the blame if someone else made a mistake.

Anyway, Kapal, the director, has only been in the job for a mere year, and he has the idea of ​​returning to his hometown and retiring to farm. In order to keep his hard-won official title, Kapal also had to dig around, and finally got on the line of Chernyshov, counting on the boss to help him in times of crisis.

So as soon as I heard that Chernyshev was invited, he came here in a desperate manner, completely bowing his head and making a small gesture. Anyway, Kapal had already made up his mind, even if Chernyshov made him take shit and urinate, he would admit it, as long as he could keep his official hat, it didn't matter if he offered chrysanthemums.

But what Kapal did not expect was that Chernyshov would be so polite, and let him sit at the same table with dignified cabinet ministers and field marshals. How polite and respectful is this.

Kapal felt a little flattered in his heart, but he heard that the deputy director followed the path of Menshikov, who was often teased by the old eunuch like walking a dog, and was molested to the point of doubting life. How lucky I am compared to that!

This made Kapal respect Chernyshov even more, and felt that although Chernyshov's status in Nicholas I's heart was not as high as that of Menshikov, he was 10,000 times more human than that old eunuch. . What a blessing to work with such a boss!

So to Chernyshev's question, he replied respectfully: "Your Excellency, according to what I have heard, His Excellency the Minister of the Navy is currently traveling around, holding meetings with his friends, and the salon has been held for several days in a row. It seems that there is news from the Winter Palace that the Grand Duke Constantine is going to impeach him."

To be honest, these things are of little use to Chernyshov, because he has also inquired about this information. The reason why he is so friendly to Kapal, the little police chief, is because he likes the intelligence network in his hands.

For Chernyshov, his biggest shortcoming is his lack of intelligence capabilities. The only old and confused ally in the Winter Palace and Nicholas I is Paskovich. But this old guy can't accompany Nicholas I around, and the news from the Winter Palace is always lagging behind. In society, it is inconvenient for him to get too close to the third part. After all, he has already controlled the power of the army, and it would be a big taboo to intervene in intelligence.

In desperation, Chernyshev could only reluctantly use Kapal, who was not very powerful. After all, this is a local snake in St. Petersburg. Although it is only a very aggrieved cauliflower snake, the snake has a snake to tell him. Inquiring about news is always more convenient and well-informed than him.

But now Kapal disappointed Chernyshov. This kind-hearted and somewhat puffy police chief not only apologized and admitted his mistakes, but also took the blame, and his ability to engage in intelligence was not ordinary. If no one was available, he would have kicked this idiot out.

Chernyshev could only tell patiently with a smile on his face: "After you go back, hurry up and collect relevant information. This is a big deal, don't be careless!"

Wen Yan sent Kapal away, and Chernyshov patiently discussed with Paskovich: "Old friend, sometimes you have to walk around the Winter Palace, and you can't really disarm and return to the farmland. I heard something out of the window. Your Majesty, the crown prince, and the country still need you very much. If something big happens, you can deal with it in time, right!"