It was clear that Nicholas I would never agree to the proposal, but Uvarov wanted to drive in reverse. Not only did you have enough to eat, but at least you had no eyesight at all. So Count Rostovtsev’s question was directly addressed to Nikolai I.
Gula I's expression changed, and his look at Count Uvarov became even more terrifying!
It is conceivable that Count Uvarov was naturally taken aback. He quickly explained: "No, no, that's not what I meant. What I meant was..."
Well, he was only thinking about how to spoil Count Rostovtsev's good deeds. He didn't think about it in depth at all. After being criticized, he was naturally a little panicked and could only improvise.
After thinking for a moment, he hurriedly explained:
"What I mean is that since the Prime Minister is under too much pressure and Prince Menshikov is not familiar with foreign affairs enough, why not send another person who is familiar with foreign affairs and reliable enough to take charge of this matter? This will get the best of both worlds!"
This explanation seemed to be what it was, but it was not very convincing. Nicholas I didn't believe it anyway, and he didn't think this idea was brilliant.
Let’s not talk about whether we can find the candidate mentioned by Count Uvarov. Even if we can, we must first call him to St. Petersburg to give him a warning? If this person is in St. Petersburg, that’s fine, but what if he is not there?
According to the conditions set by Count Uvarov, someone who is reliable and familiar with foreign affairs can naturally only be found in diplomats or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Moreover, he can replace Menshikov, which determines that he must have similar qualifications.
Identity and status, so there are very few candidates, okay?
To put it bluntly, I can only choose from a few ambassadors stationed abroad, especially those stationed in major powerful countries.
These people are not close to St. Petersburg. I am afraid it will take a month or two to send someone to deliver a letter to invite them back. After the invitation is completed, it will take more than a month to go to Istanbul. It takes more than two months just to get here.
Think about it, it is already the end of September, and winter will begin in two months. No matter whether the negotiations go smoothly or not, one thing is certain, that is, it is absolutely impossible to use troops.
Without the threat of force, Nicholas I doubted whether Turkey would be obedient, and if possible, he hoped to solve this problem within the year and not delay it until 1853.
But according to Count Uvarov's suggestion, that is obviously impossible, so what's the point of all this trouble?
The reason why Nicholas I had to reprimand Neserrodie a few days ago was not because of his procrastination. But now he has also reprimanded and even removed his authority. As a result, the problem still cannot be solved within the year. What's the point of all this trouble?
significance?
Moreover, following Count Uvarov's advice will create another thorny problem. If the new envoy performs well and completes his mission, how will he be rewarded next?
He is already an ambassador and a powerful figure in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. If you let him go further, it will definitely threaten Neserrodie's status. As mentioned earlier, Nicholas I has no intention of changing his position as foreign minister for the time being.
, aren’t you going to make these two people fight among themselves?
Not only was it an issue with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but Menshikov was also relieved of his duties as a special envoy and lost his face. Although this was not a big problem, it was still a slap in the face. Moreover, Nicholas I was quite
I like this old guy and don't want him to be so embarrassed.
Let's put it this way, Count Uvarov's suggestion immediately offended Neserrode and Menshikov, and may also cause power disputes in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and even the cabinet. For Nicholas I, who wanted to maintain stability
Is this acceptable?
He definitely couldn't accept it, that's why he looked at Count Uvarov so horribly.
And Count Uvarov soon realized what a bad idea he had just come up with. This old fox wanted to slap himself in the mouth immediately - screw it up for letting you talk nonsense!
For a moment, the atmosphere in the royal study was a bit strange. Nicholas I and Count Rostovtsev looked at Count Uvarov strangely. None of the three people had the intention to speak. It was as embarrassing as it was possible.
Fortunately, this embarrassment did not last long. Count Rostovtsev quickly "reacted" and broke the silence: "Count, your suggestion is not impossible, but it is a bit cumbersome. Now time is tight and the time is too long."
Prince Shikov is still worthy of trust, not to mention that a veteran like him can bring extraordinary psychological pressure to Turkey. I think it is more appropriate to continue to trust him!"
Nicholas I liked hearing this. The tsar liked soldiers the most. He always felt that soldiers were the most reliable and would never let him down no matter what he did, especially a loyal veteran like Menshikov.
He is the love of his heart. Count Rostovtsev trusts the veteran, which in his opinion is typical of him.
So before Count Uvarov could say anything, he saw him wave his hand and said: "Then it has been decided. Let Menshikov be fully responsible for all negotiations with Turkey, and send someone to give instructions to the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, so that they can do their best.
Cooperate and obey all Menshikov’s instructions!”
Count Uvarov was naturally unhappy, but he did not dare to speak randomly. After all, the painful lesson just now was there. He just looked at Count Rostovtsev coldly, and he seemed to have remembered it!
Has Count Rostovtsev noticed it?
Of course he saw it, but he was not nervous because he was not scared, and what Count Uvarov did was actually meaningless. Do you really think Nicholas I is blind? How could you not see you?
Hostility, is it really wise for you to show your hostility in front of the emperor so boldly?
Count Rostovtsev's judgment was very accurate. Nicholas I did see Count Uvarov's hostility, which made him a little unhappy, because first of all, you, Count Uvarov, had a bad idea.
Count Rostovtsev just helped you down the steps to save you from embarrassment. You should express your gratitude no matter what.
But you old guy is not only ungrateful but also hostile. This is simply repaying kindness with evil!
Obviously you, this old guy, are just a villain, you don't know how to take advantage of others, and you have no sense of gratitude at all.
Nicholas I naturally disliked such a person, which determined that in the future he would no longer trust Count Uvarov as much as before. However, Nicholas I did not like Count Uvarov and Rostov.
Count Vtsev was happy to see the consequences of something bad happening. For him, it would be perfect for two powerful ministers to check and balance each other!