Struggle in Russia

If Paskovich knew that Prince Alexander Gorchakov and Li Xiao were cooperating to rape him, he would definitely vomit blood with anger. Of course, that one is not a good bird, and he has been causing trouble for Duke Mikhail overtly and secretly before, everyone is the eldest brother, don't laugh at the second brother, the world is as black as crows.

"What's going on with Mikhail?"

After reaching a basic consensus, Duke Alexander Gorchakov did not continue to entangle with Bem's affairs. He believed that Li Xiao would be able to clean up the mess. He turned to ask about the situation of Duke Mikhail. After all, he had just heard that the Duke had lost a battle a while ago.

"We have already broken through the Balka thousand mountain pass, and I believe that we will come to Bucharest soon!"

This is what Dmitry Bretianu told him about the latest battle situation. After suffering a loss at the Balka Thousand Pass, Duke Mikhail immediately accumulated strength and invested nearly 500 troops and hundreds of cannons in one fell swoop. Opened Kuza's line of defense and directly penetrated Kuza. If Kuza hadn't seen the bad situation and quickly retreated, it is estimated that he would have to be dumped all of a sudden.

"That's good!"

Prince Alexander Gorchakov smiled gratifiedly. He knew that as long as Bucharest was taken, Wallachia would have no strategic support point, and the quelling of the rebellion was just around the corner.

After sighing, he suddenly asked again: "Turks? Why has there been no news from them?"

Speaking of which, Wallachia's suppression of the rebellion was actually a joint operation between Russia and Turkey, but after nearly a month, Russia's side was fighting fiercely, while Turkey in the south was tepid and unmoved.

"The Turks are still wandering along the Danube River, just for a symbolic gesture!" Li Xiao replied contemptuously: "I'm afraid they hope that Wallachia will cause us more troubles so that they can avenge them!"

"cut!"

Prince Alexander Gorchakov also sneered at this. He already knew that the Turks would not do their best. These guys have fought against Russia for hundreds of years. I am afraid that the Wallachians would kill a few more Russians to relieve their hatred. That's good.

The problem is that this kind of thinking is meaningless, because without effort, there is no way to share the fruit. Although this time Turkey and Russia have reached an agreement, in the end Wallachia's interests must be more or less shared by them. But the problem is, the agreement has always been just a piece of paper, and it can only be honored when your strength is reached.

But now that Turkey has neither the strength to fulfill it, nor is it willing to contribute, it acts like a bird to them, and with Nicholas I's hatred for them, I am afraid that in the end they will not even give them a hair.

At this time, Li Xiao also interjected at the right time: "Duke, according to your experience, is it possible for us to make Wallachia truly independent this time?"

Prince Alexander Gorchakov glanced at Li Xiao, but did not answer this question immediately, because there were too many things involved, even he had to think about it, and he sighed after a long time:

"It's not very likely! After all, we can't go too far... But I think Wallachia's autonomy is likely to be more thorough!"

Li Xiao understood everything as soon as he heard it. More thorough self-government is the best punishment for the Turks. I am afraid that Wallachia will really just be a name in the Turkish territory. But this is what Turkey asked for, but if he is more serious now, it will not be so miserable.

Of course, from Turkey's point of view, no effort should be made. After all, they have always believed that Wallachia is their own territory, and it is precisely because of the interference of a bunch of evil neighbors in Russia and Austria that this area will become independent and self-governing.

Now that bad neighbors are reaping the consequences, and Turkey is needed to help, how can there be such a good thing. It's better to pretend to agree and watch the show sincerely, that would be so cool.

After talking about Wallachia, Prince Alexander Gorchakov asked again: "Your Excellency, you came to Vienna suddenly, did you find anything?"

In fact, Prince Alexander Gorchakov originally wanted to ask more straightforwardly. He felt that with Li Xiao's personality,

Regardless of the danger, if you run there yourself, you are definitely trying to make trouble. And he is not usually interested in doing things in Austria!

Li Xiao smiled, he really came to make troubles, because he always thought that Austria should not be let off so easily, and he had to make it as miserable as possible, because these guys were too irritating in history, so they shouldn't be tortured. They can't relieve their hatred!

However, Li Xiao did not directly answer Duke Alexander Gorchakov's question, but asked: "You just said that you have reached an agreement with Grand Duchess Franz Karl, and Schwarzenberg made a compromise. , Grand Duke Franz Joseph can no longer directly succeed to the throne, can he?"

"Yes!" Prince Alexander Gorchakov nodded calmly, and said, "Although there were some twists and turns, the mission was finally fulfilled!"

Li Xiao nodded again, and asked, "Your Excellency, based on your background and experience, what kind of person is that Grand Duchess?"

Prince Alexander Gorchakov was lost in thought. He knew that Li Xiao would never be aimless. Since he asked about Princess Sophie, there must be something worthy of attention for this princess.

But the question is, why ask what kind of person she is? A very beautiful and charming lady? Not quite or exactly. A strong woman with a lot of brains and skills...

Prince Alexander Gorchakov suddenly looked up at Li Xiao, and he probably understood what Li Xiao meant. No one can be relied on in politics, the only one who can be relied on is one's own strength.

The fundamental reason why Russia can reap so many benefits in Austria now is that the civil strife in Austria has led to the decline of national strength. Otherwise, neither Schwarzenberg nor Princess Sophie would be easy to deal with.

Therefore, even Princess Sophie, who seems to be able to support now, may bite back when Austria's national power is restored in the future, especially considering her intelligence and means, so it is even more impossible to put all the chips on the table. on her.

"Political and scheming, he will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals!"

Li Xiao still nodded, because his goal had already been achieved. He mentioned Princess Sophie to let Prince Alexander Gorchakov know that this woman is definitely not a good person, and he can't hold too much regard for her just because the cooperation is happy now. expect. That's simply too naive politically!

Li Xiao suggested solemnly: "Your Excellency, I think we should be more careful about the Grand Duchess, once she grows up, she might bite us back..."