Shuvalov knew very well that there must be something wrong with Petrovna's people surrendering themselves just at this time, and there was no need to think too much, it was definitely aimed at him.
He immediately realized how unfavorable the situation was for him. Once the relationship between Petrovna and him was confirmed, especially if it was confirmed that he had close contact with Petrovna before the incident, then even if there was no evidence, he could
Proving what exactly he and Petrovna talked about can also prove that he is a serious suspect.
Although this major suspicion does not mean that he will be convicted, having major suspicion in this case will definitely mean that he will sit on the bench for a long time. After all, Nicholas I was there to watch, even if he could not give him Shuva in the end.
Love was convicted, but would the tsar use a minister who was a major suspect in such a sensitive case?
It would have been impossible for Shuvalov to be the emperor. So he immediately knew that he had to deny it, otherwise he would only be a political spectator for a long time in the future.
This is not a good thing. After all, there are carrots and holes in the officialdom. If you cannot occupy a good position, others will not wait for you. Even if you make the most optimistic estimate, when Nicholas I was in power, Shu
I'm afraid there is no chance for Valov. It would be strange to disappear from the political scene for such a long time and not be forgotten!
"Slander! I have no idea what these people are talking about. I am not familiar with Petrovna and I did not go to her house on the day of the incident. This is completely framed!"
From the beginning of the interrogation, Count Rostovtsev had a very relaxed expression on his face, as if he was not interrogating the most critical person in the case, but just having a normal day with his friends.
"Framed?" Count Rostovtsev asked with a smile: "Why did they frame you? And if you say it was framed, you must have evidence to prove your innocence, right?"
Shuvalov lowered his head and his mind was racing. He was not thinking about whether there was any evidence to prove his innocence, but he was thinking about his schedule on the day of the incident. He had to recall if there were any loopholes on that day, otherwise he would wait for a while
If you are asked, it will be very troublesome.
After some thought, he raised his head and replied firmly: "My secretary, my housekeeper, and my servants can prove my innocence. They know that I did not see that woman on the day of the crime!"
Count Rostovtsev still asked unhurriedly: "Really? Count, please give me a list so that I can check with them one by one."
Shuvalov wrote a list without hesitation. Of course, those who can be written on must be his confidants. These people have already received his instructions and naturally know how to deal with Rostovtsev.
The count's cross-examination.
But what surprised Shuvalov was that Count Rostovtsev only looked at the list and did not immediately interrogate the people on the list, which made Shuvalov very confused.
Count Rostovtsev replied calmly: "Because the matter is so important, all your cronies and servants were arrested and interrogated. These people on your list have already answered my questions!"
Shuvalov was surprised again. He really didn't expect that Count Rostovtsev would move so quickly. Moreover, he would first get the results of the interrogation and then deceive him. This was extremely cunning!
Shuvalov secretly rejoiced that he had made arrangements in advance and had already agreed with these people on the same page. Otherwise, after such an interrogation, he would have to be a gangster.
However, this made his back instantly stiffen a lot, and he asked confidently: "In that case, you should know that I was wronged, so why bother!"
Count Rostovtsev was still laughing, and his laughter made Shuvalov cringe. He still looked calm and calm, and replied calmly: "Although the confessions given by your confidants
It’s consistent with what you said, but it doesn’t prove your innocence! On the contrary, I think these people are committing perjury!”
Shuvalov was stunned again, because this was not the result he expected. He originally thought that with these Count Rostovtsev, there would be nothing he could do against him. Who would have thought that the other party would directly tell him that this was perjury.
In fact, Count Rostovtsev put it more bluntly: "If I guess correctly, your secretaries and servants must have colluded before and unified their voices, so they said in unison that you did not contact Peter that day."
Rovna. It’s very possible that the person who asked them to commit perjury is you! Right!”
Shuvalov's heart was pounding. He found that he could not figure out what Count Rostovtsev wanted to do. He could not keep up with this man's rhythm. But he knew that he had only one way to go now.
That is a flat-out denial!
"I don't know what you mean! I think your preconceived position is extremely biased against me. I have provided witnesses to prove my innocence, but you indiscriminately framed them for collusion. I am
I express my strong indignation. If you think you can persecute me and frame me in this way, you will never succeed! I will keep complaining and let the whole Russia see how messed up you are!"
Count Rostovtsev was still laughing, as if he was laughing at Shuvalov's overestimation. He said calmly: "The reason why I said that the witnesses you provided colluded, there is evidence. Yesterday's arrest
While arresting these people, I also arrested another group of people closely related to them, including their wives, children, children, colleagues, friends and all other related personnel."
Although Shuvalov had not yet reacted after hearing the news and did not know Count Rostovtsev's intention, he instinctively realized that something was wrong.
Count Rostovtsev continued to say slowly: "My subordinates interrogated these people closely related to them overnight and asked them some of the same questions, such as what the witnesses you provided were doing at that time on the day of the incident.
What……"
After a pause, Count Rostovtsev replied with a smile: "Then the result is more interesting. The witnesses you provided testified for you that they saw and were with you at the time of the incident, which are closely related to them.
The person replied that they were doing other things in other places at that time. Your Excellency, could you tell me how your secretaries and servants learned the art of avatar?"
Shuvalov was immediately speechless. He knew what his biggest problem was? Although he had asked a group of people to prepare confessions in advance, the relatives and friends around these people did not know about collusion...