Uvarov's words made many people in the conference room look very ugly. It can be seen that destroying people's wealth is like killing their parents. It is indeed true.
Speaking of which, Uvarov is also an old scumbag. This trick he came up with can be said to kill two birds with one stone. The first is that it indirectly disrupts the cable telegraph project. Presumably, if the rich and powerful are really allowed to pay for it themselves, they will definitely not be so active.
Secondly, it was an indirect blow to Baryatinsky, because Baryatinsky had already taken over the line from St. Petersburg to Moscow. He couldn't give up immediately as soon as he heard that he had to pay for it himself, right?
If Baryatinsky really did this, his image in front of Nicholas I would be completely ruined, so there was only one way before him - he had to finish the date with tears in his eyes.
When I think that Baryatinsky could only offer money with tears in his eyes to help Nicholas I see the cable telegram, Uvarov felt so happy in his heart!
He feels that the best way to punish a traitor is to deprive him of whatever he wants and likes most. Don’t you Baryatinsky want to make a big profit? Then I will let you lose your pants. Let’s see if you can do it then.
Can you not take me seriously?
Even Uvarov has already thought of a backup plan. When Baryatinsky is accompanying him as his underwear, he will try to hint that the other party will come to him for help, and at that time he will save Baryatinsky like a savior.
Get out of the sea of suffering.
Presumably after this experience, Baryatinsky and his gang were not only grateful to him, but at least fearful of him. What is this called? This is called giving both kindness and power!
Uvarov was actually a little proud of the trick he came up with. He felt that Baryatinsky and others would have to break their teeth and swallow it, and they would be miserable.
But the next development of things was once again beyond Uvarov's expectations. When he made this extremely damaging suggestion, many people did have ugly faces, and many people secretly regretted it. But
These people do not include Baryatinsky!
Baryatinsky's expression didn't change much, he sat there calmly, as if he didn't care at all!
This made Uvarov frown secretly, because he knew Baryatinsky, and it was impossible for this man not to know what this meant? But why was he so indifferent?
Looking at Baryatinsky's expression as if he was sitting firmly on the Diaoyutai, looking like an old god and at ease, those who didn't know it thought he had already fully realized it!
Of course, Baryatinsky could not have a complete enlightenment, but it is true that he was very calm, and the reason for his calmness was also very simple. Someone gave him reassurance!
Who? Of course it was Duke Ordorff.
Sure enough, just when the conference room was a little noisy and everyone was whispering, Duke Ordorf stood up and spoke: "Your Majesty, I think Count Uvarov's suggestion is very reasonable. The finances are indeed very tight now. If
It is really inappropriate to use the already tight funds to build a cable telegraph..."
His words made many people in the conference room look like they had seen a ghost, because no matter what, Duke Ordorff should not have spoken like this. Everyone is not a fool. Count Uvarov opposed wire telegraphy.
Even a fool can see it, no matter how well he packaged it just now, the essence is still clear, okay?
If you harbor evil intentions like this, it’s okay for others to agree. How can you, Duke Ordorf, also sing praises? Which end of the world are you on?
Even Count Uvarov was a little puzzled, because Duke Ordov's statement was so unexpected and completely unreasonable. But Uvarov was different from others. He knew that Duke Ordov could never be
If he took the wrong medicine or was kicked in the head by a donkey, the only reasonable explanation is that he had a back-up plan!
Sure enough, just when everyone was wondering, Duke Ordorf gasped for breath, paused and then said: "But it is not particularly appropriate to let private individuals advance funds for construction. If word spreads, outsiders will think that there is not a penny in the treasury."
It’s all gone, it would make people laugh... My suggestion is to simply contract out the lines and privately finance and enjoy the benefits of the cable telegraph project. In this way, we can complete the project without spending a penny from the state!"
Uvarov's expression suddenly changed. He subconsciously wanted to object to this proposal, but Nicholas I was very happy. He was not generally satisfied with this proposal, because what he feared most in his life was to be embarrassed and laughed at.
The kind of boss who has to support the fat man even if his face is swollen.
Naturally, although Uvarov's suggestion could help him save money, it would greatly embarrass him and he would not be willing to adopt it. But Prince Ordov's suggestion was completely different and did not cost him a penny.
Just do things beautifully, he can get new toys and face, how great is this!
He immediately made a decision and said: "Very good, this suggestion is very good! Let's do it like this!"
All of a sudden, Uvarov's face became as ugly as possible. The reason was very simple. As mentioned before, he was essentially opposed to all new things and the cable telegraph project.
It's just a scam.
But now that Duke Ordorff has interfered with it, the cable telegraph project has turned into a private commercial project. Although no funding can be obtained from the treasury, once the line is built, it is just waiting to collect money, and once it becomes a private project,
It is much more difficult for the state to dictate commercial projects.
According to Uvarov's previous plan, even if the cable telegraph project is completed, he will still have to do something, such as incorporating the project into the national bureaucracy and sending his own officials to manage daily operations. At that time, he will find ways to
This was how he disrupted the railway project back then by embezzling and interfering with its normal operations. He felt that it would not be particularly difficult to follow the same pattern and disrupt another cable telegraph.
But once this project is privatized, it will be almost impossible for the state to interfere in its operation. Do you want those powerful people who have paid for it to allow you to take control of it at will? Grandma, lend me your courage and give it a try!
In other words, once it is privatized, it will be almost impossible for Uvarov to rely on administrative means to choke him. After all, cutting off people's financial resources is like killing their parents!
In other words, Uvarov's suggestion just now is a bit like shooting himself in the foot. If he had not made that suggestion, Duke Ordov would not have suggested privatization. Naturally, the administrative means in his hands would still be effective.
Yes, but now he can almost only stare at it!
In fact, Uvarov still thinks too simply. Duke Ordorf's proposal of privatization is not only to prevent him from interfering in the operation, but also has deeper considerations!