Under the persuasion of Count Rostovtsev, Dmitri finally decided to go to Wallachia to try his luck. Although he felt that what the count said might not necessarily become reality. For example, what if Turkey surrendered?
But no matter what the Turks decide, he really needs to go to Wallachia and fight hard, otherwise he will be left far behind by Baryatinski in the future, which will be very detrimental to their future plans.
The first person Dmitri had to convince to go to Wallachia was Crown Prince Alexander. After all, the Crown Prince didn’t know the benefits of going to Wallachia. For him, Wallachia was unattractive and probably not attractive.
Will agree to Demirit going there.
Moreover, Dmitri cannot yet tell the crown prince Count Rostovtsev’s predictions and analysis, because in a sense, the crown prince is still the second-largest interest spokesperson of the conservatives. If those conservatives are allowed to
It would be great fun to know the importance of Wallachia and what Alexei and Li Xiao have done.
Anyway, this problem gave Dmitry a headache. The only good news is that Count Rostovtsev will also help him. At least it is not difficult to convince Nicholas I.
However, Count Rostovtsev was not the only one in Russia who knew the importance of Wallachia. After hearing the news that Menshikov was solely responsible for the negotiations, Duke Mikhail and Duke Ordov immediately
We met.
"This time the blow to Neserrode was a bit big. Although he was not allowed to be responsible for negotiations and did not remove him from the post of foreign minister, everyone can see that his era of sole control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is over."
"It is very likely that Neserrodie will gradually lose control of foreign affairs in the future. This is good news for Alexander!"
Prince Mikhail just smiled. Indeed, Prince Alexander had been targeted by Neserrodie in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It was reasonable for him to stay in St. Petersburg as deputy foreign minister based on his qualifications, but because of Neser
Due to Rodie's firm opposition, Duke Alexander had to condescend to become ambassador to Austria.
Now Neserrodie's control over the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is beginning to fail, which means that Duke Alexander, who has been suppressed for a long time, can try to make a further step.
Of course, Duke Mikhail also knows that it is unrealistic to expect Duke Alexander to directly replace Neserroddy as Foreign Minister in one step. However, some work can still be done in advance, such as winning more supporters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, such as
Winning over a group of people increases your power.
He had written a letter to Duke Alexander before, proposing to try to attract people. Although he had not received a reply yet, he believed that Duke Alexander would not object.
So he answered with a smile: "The era when Neserrodie alone held the power and dominated everything should have ended long ago. This is just the first step. If Alexander can become the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the future, with my influence in the army and
With your influence in the palace, as long as we unite as one, we can solve any trouble!"
Duke Ordorff also hopes to see this kind of beautiful future earlier, but he is not interested in staying in the third part in the future. Although there is good information there, the responsibility is too great, and the power is too great.
It was only because Nicholas I trusted him that he could secure this position.
otherwise……
Otherwise, Ordolf doubted that there would be people accusing him and slandering him all day long, leaving him with no peace for a moment.
Even now, there are quite a few people secretly coveting his position, and they keep making various little moves. He spends all his time dealing with these despicable people day after day. To be honest, he is tired.
Duke Ordorff shook his head and said: "I stayed in the third part for too long. This is not a good thing. If possible, I want to change positions!"
Duke Mikhail was not surprised at all by this, because he had heard about the pressure and environment that Duke Ordov faced every day, and he really couldn't stand the days of speaking his mind.
After the overthrow of Neserrodie, the cabinet was reshuffled, and it was reasonable for Duke Ordorff to want to change to a more comfortable position.
He smiled and asked: "What are you interested in?"
Duke Ordorf replied calmly: "It would be best if he could go to the War Ministry. Regardless of victory or defeat this time, I think Chernyshev, the Minister of War, has done his job. It would be best if he could succeed him.
!but……"
Duke Mikhail listened very carefully. Obviously the War Department was not Duke Ordorf's favorite place, but the back was where he had the most ideas, so he might as well listen carefully.
"However, with my qualifications and popularity, it is a bit reluctant to be the Minister of War. I feel that it is not worthwhile and embarrassing to let me be the deputy. After thinking about it, it seems that Peter Volkonsky is about to die, right?"
Minister of Palace Affairs!
Prince Mikhail was surprised because he really did not expect that Duke Ordorf would be interested in that position. Because to be honest, this position does not have much power and is not prominent enough, let alone compared with the Minister of War or even
It’s even more inconspicuous than the length of the third part.
If Prince Oldorf went there, it could be said that he had given in. But why was he willing to give in?
With the wisdom of Duke Mikhail, he understood after just a moment's thought. Although the minister of palace affairs did not have much power, he was close to the emperor. He was almost the emperor's butler, accompanying him around every day. And although there were many miscellaneous things,
It's not difficult to maintain favor as long as you know the right amount.
And because he was close to the Tsar, he could know any news immediately, and he was familiar with the Tsar's thoughts and ideas, so he could be prepared for anything in advance.
What's more, with Duke Ordorff's qualifications and level, being the Minister of Palace Affairs is almost easy, isn't it?
Of course, the most important thing is that Pyotr Volkonsky is dying. As a relatively marginal ally in their circle, although that one can't be of much help, he can still be more than enough to help Nicholas I.
If old Adlerberg were to get that position, the old fox's personality would definitely not be as pleasing to the eyes as old Peter, and he might even help Count Uvarov give them eye drops.
Therefore, letting Duke Ordorf occupy the pit can block the passage for old Adlerberg to ascend. The only more difficult thing is what to do with the pit in the third part?
"Who do you think your Majesty will appoint as the director of the third department if you leave?" Duke Mikhail suddenly asked after pondering for a moment.
It's not that Duke Ordorff hasn't thought about this issue, but he's a little unsure...