Pobedonostsev was dumbfounded, because when Count Rostovtsev proposed the establishment of a committee, he immediately thought of the subtlety of this move. At that time, he had only one idea in his mind - that was to try to
Get this committee in hand.
Because the benefits are so great!
Just imagine, how strong is the momentum of the reformists now? They all pushed Alexander II into a corner, making him even more anxious.
If he can become the boss of the committee that leads the reform, it will be equivalent to holding all the reformists in check. How to reform and what should be changed are not all decided by this committee!
To put it bluntly, this committee has put a tight spell on the reformists for nothing. Therefore, he can manipulate those reformists as long as he wants.
But before he took the initiative to ask Alexander II, he directly handed over the committee to Count Rostovtsev for management. Although the latter had not yet expressed his consent, Pobedonostsev felt that as long as he was not a fool, he would definitely not refuse this
Putting a piece of pie into his mouth, at least he would never do that.
But Count Rostovtsev is not Pobedonostsev. Even if he wants this piece of pie, he will not take the bait so directly, because there are too many disadvantages.
Count Rostovtsev knew very well that Alexander II was not at ease with him. He was able to hand over such an important position to him so readily. In addition to the fact that there was no suitable candidate around him, he also had the intention of testing and beating him.
Maybe this was a test of his political leanings. It’s not that Alexander II suspected that he was a reformist. Count Rostovtsev knew about his acting and disguise abilities. No one could guess this unless he took the initiative to decipher it.
.But Alexander II may have suspected that he was acting as a backstop because he was not firm in his stance. After all, no one can stop the reformists from attacking now. Who dares to be the mantis blocking the train?
What Alexander II was most worried about was that the people around him were not firm in their stance and could not agree with him on key issues. In that case, they would be intimidated by the reformists and follow their lead. In that case, he would set up the Shirauzi committee.
has no meaning?
After all, the fundamental purpose of setting up this committee is to resist reform, not to conform to the general trend of reform. To go against the trend, you need a few people who can withstand the pressure. At least you can't step on both sides, right?
Therefore, it is very possible that if Count Rostovtsev agreed immediately, Alexander II would definitely be murmuring in his heart, wondering if he had fallen into a trap. Maybe he would try every means to set a test for Count Rostovtsev.
, such as forcing him to set up obstacles to reform.
Naturally, Count Rostovtsev would not be so stupid. He bowed slightly and said: "Your Majesty, I think it is best for this committee to appoint the person you trust most and who can win the favor of those liberal elements... You know,
I have never been cool with them, and my relationship with them is too tense. Appointing me will easily arouse their rebellious psychology."
These words make Alexander II feel so comfortable. He likes to hear such words now. He wants to use them as long as they are not against the reformists. He likes them as long as they are against the reforms. Especially Rostovtse.
Earl Husband could also take the initiative to give in and take care of the overall situation, which made him feel more comfortable.
It was not only Alexander II who felt comfortable after hearing Count Rostovtsev's words. Pobedonostsev, who was feeling hot in his heart, felt even more comfortable. When Alexander II decided to appoint Count Rostovtsev, he
It was depressing and depressing, but now he felt full of energy and wanted to jump in front of Alexander II, raise his hands and cry out that he was willing to do it!
In fact, he was also prepared to do this, but just as he was about to open his mouth, Alexander II asked: "Count, who do you think is more suitable than you?"
Pobedonostsev's heart skipped a beat. He knew his family affairs, and his relationship with Count Rostovtsev was very ordinary. Under normal circumstances, Count Rostovtsev was unlikely to recommend him. Naturally, he was very
I was frustrated and prepared to find ways to find faults in the egg when Count Rostovtsev proposed a candidate.
But Pobedonostsev miscalculated again, because Count Rostovtsev naturally recommended him: "I think Konstantin is very suitable for this position. He has advantages in all aspects and should be able to do it!"
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Pobedonostsev suppressed all his bad ideas. He could not say anything bad about himself. Of course, he was also a little touched. He felt that Count Rostovtsev was still aware of current affairs and knew
As Alexander II's confidant, he would never be able to win, so he might as well take the initiative to make a good relationship with a worthy person.
Of course, he was more happy in his heart. He felt that with his position in the heart of Alexander II and the recommendation of Count Rostovtsev, this position should be a sure thing. If he couldn't do it, who else could?
"oh?"
Alexander II glanced meaningfully at Count Rostovtsev, turned around and asked Pobedonostsev: "The count has recommended you, Konstantin, do you have confidence?"
Pobedonostsev immediately replied confidently: "Your Majesty, I will definitely live up to your trust!"
But what he didn't expect was that his confident answer failed to get the job. Instead, it made Alexander II change his mind. He nodded slowly and said: "Constantine, are you confident to go?"
It would be very good to manage this department well, and I also believe that you will be able to manage this committee well...but..."
But it was like a basin of cold water that poured cold water on Pobedonostsev. He never expected that the duck at the end could fly away, because Alexander II said: "But you have to take care of the third party."
Department, we have to worry about the committee again, and I am afraid that my energy is too limited to take care of it. So, you should concentrate on taking care of the affairs of the third department, which is more important. The committee should be left to Count Rostovtsev to take care of everything from now on.
Once it's straightened out, you can take care of this end again!"
Pobedonostsev was depressed because he couldn't figure out why he lost the election, because there were no competitors at all. Why!
In fact, the lack of competitors is Pobedonostsev's biggest Achilles heel. Think about it, he is already in charge of the third film, and now he also has to manage the Reform Committee. For Alexander II, this power is too much
Already.
Naturally, it is impossible for him to give all the power to Pobedonostsev, and he will certainly not let him manage the Reform Committee...