Struggle in Russia

Duke Alexander Gorchakov knew how big the variables would be brought by Hungary. He was not worried that the Hungarians would deal a huge blow to Austria. Although this possibility was not impossible, it was too small.

The duke's real concern was that the suddenly empowered Hungarians would become too inflated to know their surnames. The trade movement brought about by this expansionary psychology is likely to cause them to suffer disaster. What if these guys collapse before completely messing up Austria?

Now Duke Alexander Gorchakov enjoys the pleasure of checks and balances. It is precisely because of the existence of the Hungarian Revolutionary Party that Russia can squeeze so many benefits from Austria.

Once the Hungarian Revolutionary Party is over, the good life of cutting Austrian leeks will naturally end. If it weren't for Nicholas I's hatred of the Revolutionary Party from the bottom of his heart, he would have suggested to His Majesty that he should continue to cut Austrian leeks.

Naturally, the Duke was extremely worried when he heard that the Hungarians were going to counterattack, for fear that this group of people would be wiped out if they were not careful.

"Don't worry, Duke. The Hungarians are not as vulnerable as you think, and there are enough weapons shipped from Wallachia!"

Seeing the confident Li Xiao, Prince Alexander Gorchakov couldn't help but feel even more worried. He felt that the young man in front of him was getting carried away, otherwise he would have said such a thing.

Of course, he can also understand Li Xiao's complacency, if he is someone who has done so many great things, he would be drifting away.

But to be honest, Li Xiao is not really drifting away, but really sure, because after finishing the arms issue, he also did a big thing, that is, introducing Joseph Bem to Kossuth. The Polish veteran hit it off with Kossuth and will soon be entrusted with important tasks.

This is very different from history. Bem intervened in this war earlier, and Hungary's form is better, and it still has enough strength in its hands. I believe this will bring a different kind of surprise to the Austrians.

"You met Joseph Bem?" Duke Alexander Gorchakov was stunned, and blurted out: "Don't you know that he is wanted by His Majesty?"

Well, Li Xiao really knew about Bem being wanted by Russia. As a patriotic general who hated Russia extremely and was determined to restore Poland's independent identity, Bem did not make trouble with Russia. During the Warsaw Uprising in 1830, he was an artillery general, but he did not kill Russian devils.

Of course, what is more unique about this guy is his stubborn temper. He really refused to compromise with Russia. There is an old saying that is hard and easy to break. He has been beaten black by his compatriots more than once for his excesses.

However, Bem's biggest shortcoming is not that he is too strong, but that he always has mental problems when facing setbacks. Once he suffers setbacks, he will make mistakes, and then cause a chain reaction, so generally speaking, he is a fierce player, but not handsome. .

"I know!"

For Li Xiao, although Bem has all kinds of shortcomings, his military ability is still enough for Kossuth, who is half-baked. What's more, he didn't intend to support the Hungarians. easy to deal with.

"But Bem is the best choice now!"

Li Xiao patiently explained: "Kossuth and his group know nothing about military affairs, so they won't be able to last long if they let their tempers run. But Bem is different. He is still a bit skilled, and he is currently the only one who is willing to help the Hungarians." The general of the army. I am afraid no one will help the Hungarians except him!"

Duke Alexander Gorchakov was speechless for a while, but he could also understand the helplessness of Hungary. The idea of ​​instigating the independence of Hungary, and then using Hungary as a base to develop the Polish rebels and finally returning to their hometown.

understanding is understanding,

But he didn't support this approach, and he said earnestly: "Your move is definitely a stinky move, maybe you don't know that His Majesty hates Bem deeply, and has sent people to try to get rid of him more than once. … Now that Bem is here with the Hungarians, then Nesselrode and the others will definitely push His Majesty to invest more, and then it will be like helping the bastards in Austria!”

Li Xiao smiled and replied in a low voice: "Of course I know that my uncle hates Bem deeply, so I gave him and Kossuth a suggestion, that is to let Bem use a pseudonym to help, as long as his name How exciting would it be to not openly appear on the battle report?"

Prince Alexander Gorchakov was stunned, because he didn't expect Li Xiao to have such a hand at all, which made him look at Li Xiao with admiration. There are many smart young people, but young people can't do things without trouble. He was frizzy, but Li Xiao was as stable as an old dog. He considered all aspects of the problem thoroughly, and almost did not leave any flaws. This is so rare!

He was slightly relieved, but Duke Alexander Gorchakov warned again: "Even so, you still have to be careful, after all, the third part is pervasive, even if Bem uses a pseudonym, it won't be able to hide it for too long!"

Li Xiao nodded and agreed: "I know, in fact, we don't need to hide it for too long, we just need to buy a little more time for Duke Mikhail Gorchakov!"

After saying this, Duke Alexander Gorchakov and Li Xiao both laughed tacitly, because Nicholas I could not give the revolutionary party a way out, so the Hungarian revolution was doomed to have no future. This made it impossible for the Duke and Li Xiao to use it to achieve the goal of splitting Austria.

That being the case, it can only block the use of Hungarian revolutionary waste as much as possible and use them to create the greatest value. The so-called greatest value is naturally to snatch food from the tiger's mouth, and steal as much merit as possible from Paskovic.

Even if there is no way for Duke Mikhail to become a prince, he must be given the title of Russia's number one general. With this title, the commander-in-chief of the next major war basically falls into his pocket.

For Duke Alexander Gorchakov, this is a good opportunity to strengthen his own power. For Li Xiao, the so-called next war is likely to be the Crimean War. Put him to death, so if there is a commander-in-chief as the backstage, the safety factor will be improved by more than one level!