Struggle in Russia

"Your Majesty, and distinguished gentlemen, I think that in view of the current situation, we should first solve the problem of the Caucasus. The Armenian brothers are being poisoned by heretics. As the only thing they can rely on, we should rescue them first!"

Chernyshev is eyeing the Caucasus, which is a bit surprising, because as a representative of the "military group", it stands to reason that he should adopt a more radical strategy. Opportunities for them to be rewarded for their meritorious service.

But he did not choose a radical strategy, but chose the relatively conservative Caucasus region. Why is this?

The reason is very simple, because whether it is Chernyshov or Menshikov, the most important reason why they can become Minister of War and Minister of Navy is to be obedient. In fact, these two abilities are very average, but they are absolutely obedient, and they are the best at trying to figure out Nicholas I's mind.

Otherwise, think about it, in such a big Russia, why would a eunuch and Chernyshov with poor military exploits be the boss of the military. A lot of senior generals with more senior military exploits than their seniors, such as Lazarev, Bellingsov, Vorontsov, which one is not a hundred times stronger than these two useless firewood?

And this is exactly Nicholas I's imperial method. He just wants to use mediocrity to control talents and achieve the goal of balance. Now, of course, Chernyshov and Menshikov, the two good-for-nothings, would try to figure out what their master was thinking and give the answer that Nicholas I most wanted to hear.

Yes, although what Nicholas I wanted most in his heart was Serbia or a major breakthrough in the Balkans, but now he has not gotten carried away, knowing that it is impossible to slap Turkey to "recover" Constantinople of.

The risk of continuing to engage in trouble in this region is relatively high, and if he fails, he will lose everything. Therefore, although Serbia and Bulgaria are very attractive, his remaining rationality can still restrain his greed.

The Caucasus side is not so sensitive. Although Turkey and Persia are also quite sensitive to that part, they are not powder kegs like the Balkans. Doing things over there, at most, will affect the nerves of Turkey and the United Kingdom. It is not particularly difficult, and it can make a lot of profits. It is totally worth a try!

It's just that the "Xungui Group" also has something to say. They are more inclined to do things in Serbia or Bulgaria, whether it is to incite Bulgaria to have a high degree of autonomy like Wallachia and Moldavia. Either simply inciting Serbia to become independent would greatly increase Russia's influence in the region.

Once the goal is achieved, Russia's sphere of influence will greatly expand southward, almost reaching the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, laying a solid foundation for the complete settlement of Turkey in the future!

"Gentlemen, I disapprove of teaching Persian pagans at this juncture,

Right now is a godsend opportunity to make great strides in the Balkans. If Turkey can be forced to allow Bulgaria a high degree of autonomy, or help the Serbian brothers win independence, this will fulfill the last wishes of generations of emperors of our country! "

"Based on this, it will be a matter of course to solve the Turkish pagans in one fell swoop in the future and completely recover the Holy City! Such a god-given opportunity, how can we miss it!"

It is rare for Peter Volkonski to be so excited. This is very inconsistent with the personality of the old man. In the past, silence is golden. Why did he suddenly change his sex?

In fact, this guy didn't change his gender, but because he owed Count Rostovtsev a favor, he had to actively show one or two. According to his temperament, he would be too lazy to participate in this kind of crap!

But who made Count Rostovtsev look good? He could only reluctantly bite the bullet and go on.

As soon as the old guy finished speaking, before Menshikov and Chernyshov objected, Duke Ordov also spoke first: "What Prince Volkonsky said is very reasonable. This is the liberation of the Balkan Slav brothers. This God-given opportunity must not be missed, if such an opportunity is missed, even God will not tolerate it!"

If Peter Volkonsky was entrusted to do so, then Duke Ordorf's attitude is very strange. Could it be that he was also given a job by Count Rostovtsev?

No, it can only be said that the hero sees the same thing. Like Count Rostovtsev, Duke Ordorf is also a rare smart person in the cabinet of Nicholas I. Although he was also Nicholas I's confidant, but unlike the old eunuchs who were only foolish, loyal and mediocre, this one's ability and level were still outstanding.

As soon as the debate started, the Duke of Aldorf realized that it was not so easy to really convince Nicholas I. Don't look at the tsar who just reprimanded Nesselrode, it seems to be very firm.

But Nicholas I's determination is time-sensitive. At this time, his blood is on his head, and he will be a little impulsive, but after a while, Nicholas I will probably change his attitude again, and when the time comes, he will attack Nessel. Luo Die has done useless work.

What's more, Duke Aldorf knew that Nesselrode's level was far beyond that. He was caught off guard just now. Once he recovers, this backhand punch is also very powerful!

Therefore, Nicholas I cannot be given time to calm down the Buddhist system, let alone give Nesselrode a chance to breathe. The matter must be finalized immediately, so the best way is to use advance as retreat and continue to exert pressure to force Nesselot El Rode made a quick decision and didn't give him a chance to repent!

How to do it? Naturally, he proposed a more radical strategy that greatly exceeded the psychological expectations of Nesselrode and Nicholas I, and then bargained with them on this basis. In the end, both sides took a step back, and then the matter was settled!

It has to be said that a smart person like the Duke of Ordorf can control the rhythm better, that is to control the bottom line and thoughts of Nicholas I and Nesselrode to death. The reason why Count Rostovtsev encouraged Peter Volkonsky was based on the same reason. He also saw through the hearts of the two men and knew how to achieve their goals.

Obviously, Menshikov and Chernyshov are too far behind in this respect. Although they know where the bottom line of Nicholas I is, they don't know that they can't go straight to get this guarantee. Roundabout, everyone knows that it is only possible to make trouble in the Caucasus, but when you go to bargain, how can you show your own reserve price as soon as you come up?

If you do this, you still have room for risky bargaining. If you follow the two of them, I am afraid that it will be impossible to make trouble in the Caucasus in the end...