Anton was confused by Rostovtsev's words. How to figure out Shuvalov's trump card? It's not that it's impossible, but it's very difficult. If Shuvalov wasn't under house arrest, it might be easier.
, but in his current state, most of the investigative methods will not work, unless Count Rostovtsev agrees to his execution, then he can be sure to pry open Count Shuvalov's mouth.
But Anton knows very well that this possibility does not exist at all, and Count Rostovtsev will never allow him to do this. After all, Shuvalov is a high-ranking noble. Even if he is highly suspected, he is still a high-ranking noble.
I remember that when Benkendorf was in charge of the third department, the most aristocratic prisoners of Shuvalov's level could receive was a whipping.
It's simply impossible to torture high-ranking nobles with all kinds of torture, isn't it?
So Anton raised his head and glanced at Count Rostovtsev before replying: "There is no guarantee, unless you release him now."
Count Rostovtsev smiled and said: "Apart from this method?"
Anton simply spread his hands and said, "I can use torture to pry his mouth open, but you still won't agree."
Count Rostovtsev's smile became even more interesting because he was quite satisfied with Anton's answer. Anton told him directly that he was not opposed to using torture to deal with Shuvalov. This was said in a direct, decisive and concise manner.
There is no psychological burden on the child.
This makes Count Rostovtsev extremely satisfied. What he hates most is the behavior of pretending to be a concubine but still pretending to be a concubine. If you fall into this muddy water, you can either learn to use all means to attack the enemy.
, or just try to get ashore honestly. Don’t think about killing your opponent but don’t want to get your hands dirty. That’s the most stupid thing!
For example, Count Rostovtsev believed that if he asked Sergey the same question, his secretary would never be so straightforward, and would definitely be coy and unwilling to get his hands dirty. Until he put more pressure on him,
Only Sergey would do it "reluctantly".
This kind of "herbiphobia" is meaningless and a waste of time. You and Shuvalov are already on hostile sides, do you still expect everyone to fight only in civilized ways?
The sooner this fig leaf is thrown away, the better. In this world where the weak eat the strong, you can only survive better by attacking the enemy in every possible way. If you don't understand this truth, you are just an ant in the end, and sooner or later you will be torn to pieces by the ferocious enemy.
Of course, Count Rostovtsev is not advocating ruthlessness and iron-blooded methods, nor is he hoping that Anton will become an unscrupulous executioner. He just hopes that young people like Anton will find the goal they are fighting for.
Don't make wrong decisions because of irrelevant things that distract your attention.
After all, there are still too few people like them in Russia. If you don't know how to protect yourself, you will soon be torn apart by beasts like Count Shuvalov or Count Uvarov, which would be a shame.
So he replied easily: "Of course I don't agree. Besides, why do I feel that you have no mercy for Count Shuvalov? Mercy is the most precious quality in human nature, but why don't I see it from you?"
How about a little gleam of kindness?"
Anton curled his lips and replied disdainfully: "Kindness is divided into objects. I can't be merciful to people like Shuvalov. My kindness will only be given to those who are truly weak and in need of help, and
Not a man-eating devil like him! It would be my greatest mercy to destroy devils like him!"
Count Rostovtsev once again looked at Anton with admiration, because if he asked Sergey this question, the answer he would get would definitely not be like this. His secretary would probably be very entangled and give a bunch of bright reasons for his
To justify his behavior, this is the greatest hypocrisy in Count Rostovtsev’s opinion.
Why are you making so many messy excuses after everything has been done? We are all foxes for thousands of years, who knows how many fox tails each one has! Instead of trying every means to quibble, it is better to be more frank.
"Your worldview amazes me!" Count Rostovtsev said with a smile. "This is the first time I have seen someone tell the cruel truth so shamelessly. Don't you feel ashamed?"
Anton became more and more speechless. He snorted and replied: "Anyway, after seeing what Count Shuvalov has done, I will not feel guilty for killing him. It will only make me
Feel relieved!”
"You are really a cruel person!" Count Rostovtsev pretended to sigh, but he immediately changed the topic and said: "But I happen to be short of a cruel person here. Are you interested in working in St. Petersburg?
I can introduce you to work at the third department headquarters or the Imperial Council."
Anton refused without any hesitation: "Sorry, thank you for your kindness. Although I yearn for St. Petersburg, I feel that my current job is more suitable for me!"
Count Rostovtsev showed a playful expression, probably because Anton's decisive refusal surprised him. Originally, he thought Anton would be a little entangled, but he didn't expect this kid to be so decisive.
"Won't you think about it more? Opportunities like this don't come every day. To be exact, if you miss this one, it's unlikely that you will get another one. How about it? Do you want to think about it carefully?"
Faced with Count Rostovtsev's temptation, Anton remained unmoved and once again refused without hesitation. His decisiveness surprised even the count.
He smiled and said: "You are the most amazing young man I have ever seen...you should be regarded as the second more amazing young man, but considering your relationship with the most amazing person, this magic is understandable. If it is convenient,
Can you tell me the reason for your refusal?"
This question confused Anton, but he still answered calmly: "First of all, I don't like the working atmosphere in St. Petersburg. There are almost no like-minded people there. Secondly, even if you can put me into the third part and the Imperial Council
, with my qualifications, I am just an insignificant pawn and cannot play any role at all. And in my current job, I have like-minded friends and bosses who understand and support me. I can learn a lot, so why should I
To St. Petersburg?”
Count Rostovtsev nodded and said with a smile: "It seems that the reason is very good! But I think it is a waste for you to continue to stay in your current position. I have a suggestion that can make you play more.