Li Xiao was confused. What did Grand Duke Constantine want to talk to him about? Although everyone belonged to the reformist faction, their positions were completely different, and the old grievances had not been resolved yet. When they met, it was not said that they were enemies, but at least they were extremely jealous.
There is also indispensable mutual hostility...
And Archduke Constantine obviously has no masochistic tendencies, so why bother talking to him?
unless……
"I'm afraid this guy doesn't have any good intentions!" Li Xiao made the assertion directly.
Alexey had no objection to this, but he told Li Xiao: "I heard that he has been very active recently and obviously wants to do something. I don't rule out that he wants to fish in troubled waters or something!"
Speaking of this, Alexei smiled bitterly and spread his hands: "It's just that there are still a lot of people asking me for help, and I have a lot of face, so I can only reluctantly come to you..."
Li Xiao was surprised, because he knew that Alexei's status and status among the reformists were very unusual. Generally, those who could find him and have the face to speak to Grand Duke Constantine were not just ordinary people.
What's more, he also admitted that the other party was very generous, and even he could only come to help and speak even if he was reluctant, which showed that the other party was even more incredible.
"Who is so proud?" Li Xiao asked curiously.
Alexei sighed and said: "A few uncles who worked with my father on reforms have taken care of me in the past. It's really hard for me to refuse!"
Li Xiao nodded: "It seems that Kostya is well prepared this time! The more this happens, the more we have to guard against it!"
Alexey also nodded in agreement: "I think so too. Although we have to give face, it doesn't mean that we have to agree to whatever the kid says. These are two different things!"
"I know!" Li Xiao smiled bitterly and sighed: "The situation is getting more and more chaotic. Count Uvarov's move has completely messed up the situation, otherwise Kostya would not be so bold!"
Alexei also agreed with this analysis. Although Grand Duke Constantine had been shouting for reforms before, most of the time he paid lip service but did not live up to his words. Even Alexander II gave him a wink and he
It was so frightened that its head and tail retracted into its shell.
Now he dares to contact Li Xiao. His determination to cause trouble is really extraordinary!
Then, when Li Xiao and Alexey arrived at the scene, they found that they had misjudged Grand Duke Constantine's determination. This man's determination was not great, but rather ridiculously great.
Because the participants in the salon he convened basically covered the young and middle-aged reformist groups. Almost all the young reformers in St. Petersburg were invited, and it was really lively with dozens of people crowded together.
Li Xiao and Alexey exchanged glances without leaving any trace while dealing with the familiar or not-so-familiar "comrades" around them, and both saw deep worry in each other's eyes.
"Gentlemen, ladies, friends!"
Grand Duke Constantine's face glowed red as he knocked on the cup and said loudly: "In fact, there is no other purpose in inviting you here. It is just to discuss the direction of future reforms!"
Li Xiao and Alexey looked at each other again, feeling more and more that Grand Duke Constantine's evil spirit was quite toxic. Otherwise, how could they be so impatient?
But they didn't say anything. Although they knew that Grand Duke Constantine was not holding his shit in, it was undoubtedly the stupidest way to go directly to disrupt the situation. Let's take a look at this guy's performance first and see what he wants to do!
"As you all know, just a few days ago, Count Uvarov, a representative figure of the conservatives, held talks with His Excellency Nikolay Milyutin... This is an obvious signal!"
He suddenly raised his voice and said excitedly: "This fully shows that those conservative elements can no longer bear it, and that as long as we increase our intensity, we can completely crush them... They are at the end of their rope, and Russia will set off
Open a new page and enter a new chapter!”
Archduke Constantine became more and more excited as he spoke, almost dancing and shouting: "Our great era is coming! My friends, it's time to show off your talents!"
There are still many supporters of Grand Duke Constantine among the reformists, especially the young reformers. After all, young people have simple minds and are easily deceived and incited by him. When he raises his arms, people from all directions will naturally respond.
Suddenly the living room was filled with cheers and cheers, and the young Russian talents howled like perverts after seeing a beautiful woman.
Of course, not everyone was excited. A group of people, including Li Xiao and Alexey, were very calm. Not to say completely indifferent, at least they did not transform into human wolves.
Grand Duke Constantine standing on the stage seemed to be moved by the fanatical atmosphere, and he also became excited. If Viscount Prozolov hadn't been calmly observing beside him and pulled the corner of his clothes without leaving any trace, this guy would have
I really thought I was the king of the world!
He looked doubtfully at Viscount Prozolov, who indicated with his eyes that he should observe those who reacted calmly.
He frowned and looked over with a little impatientness. After a while, his expression changed. Because he could see that those who were emotional were those who could not be said to be insignificant, but at least they did not have much real power.
Those young reformists with real power almost all have indifferent expressions. What does this mean?
This shows that people were not moved at all and did not believe his lies.
This is very embarrassing. Grand Duke Constantine tried so hard to say all this, but in the end, all the people cheering for him were some little minions. What’s the point of this?
Suddenly he became a little unhappy and almost wanted to get angry on the spot, but fortunately Viscount Prozolov stopped him quickly with his quick eyesight and quick hands.
"Your Highness, control your emotions and don't miss important events on impulse!"
Grand Duke Constantine gritted his teeth and said bitterly: "These bastards really don't give me any face. I must teach them a lesson in the future!"
Viscount Prozolov is speechless. If you want to teach someone a lesson, you don't even look at their strength. In your current state, if you don't talk about teaching someone a lesson, even if you rush to flatter them, they won't necessarily give you face!
"That is inevitable, but now we still need their cooperation, so Your Highness, you must exercise restraint!" Viscount Prozolov warned uneasily.
Grand Duke Constantine snorted, forced a smile and walked towards Li Xiao and others.
"Gentlemen, you don't seem to be in a high mood!" Archduke Constantine said a little bit sarcastically, "The current situation is very good, and it is a great opportunity for us to show our strength. How can you be so lethargic!"