Dmitri was eager to find someone to talk to. When he encountered a similar situation in the past, he would go to Nikolai Milyutin. After all, brothers working together can make a difference!
But as the two brothers gradually differed in their views on reform, and as he believed that Nicholas was too conservative, they had less and less to talk about...
However, after traveling to Wallachia, his relationship with Li Xiao became much closer. The two of them had similar views on many things, so he decided to talk to Li Xiao about the rebellion.
Does Li Xiao know about the chaos in Ukraine?
Do you think that with his relationship with Anton, you can hide this little thing from him?
He not only knew but also knew the real situation on the ground very well, because Anton's letter asking for help had been delivered to his desk. However, his attitude was similar to that of Count Rostovtsev, and he did not pay much attention to the changes in Ukraine. He felt that this was actually a
Good thing.
"Are you just worried that the rebels in Ukraine will become too big to control? In my opinion, this possibility is extremely small, especially as you said that Count Rostovtsev is paying close attention to this matter.
The possibility is too small!”
Just as Dmitri was about to speak, Li Xiao said again: "Of course I can understand your concerns. In my opinion, if you are really worried that the situation will worsen, it is better to ask His Majesty to go to Ukraine to quell the rebellion!"
Dmitri was stunned. He really hadn't thought in this direction. Indeed, if he was really worried, he would go there in person. Presumably with his status in Alexander II's mind, if he said that the situation in Ukraine was indeed a mess,
Presumably Alexander II will not take it seriously anymore, right?
Dmitri suddenly wanted to go to the Winter Palace to report to Ukraine, but Li Xiao stopped him: "It's not appropriate for you to go at this time! I suggest that you wait for some time until the situation in Ukraine further deteriorates and your decision is confirmed.
It would be more appropriate to go after certain prophecies!”
"Why?"
Li Xiao sighed: "If you go at this time, both His Majesty and Count Rostovtsev will be unhappy. The former will think that you are annoying by making a fuss, and the latter will think that you are ruining his overall plan regardless of the overall situation. Isn't it right for you to go at this time?"
Are you asking for trouble?"
Dmitri stopped talking, because Li Xiao was right, he would definitely end up like this, but he just didn't want his beloved motherland to cause turmoil and chaos. He just couldn't let go of all this. What could he do?
Li Xiao could only advise again: "I can understand your worries and admire your patriotic enthusiasm, but to be honest, it's best for you to do nothing at this time. Even if you do, there will be no results. You can't stop this."
Everything!"
This time Dmitri was completely silent. If doing something is the same as not doing it, what's the point of doing it? Although he hopes to change everything through his own efforts, he knows in his heart that there is nothing he can do to stop it.
Maybe some people will say that the moral is that you must do it even if there are many difficulties and obstacles, even if it doesn't make any difference if you do it.
There is nothing wrong with this principle, but the method is wrong. Everyone must have a bottom line and persevere, otherwise there is no difference from a slippery loach.
But having a bottom line and perseverance doesn't mean you shouldn't talk about methods. Being stubborn will easily lead to breaking. It's better to be prepared when necessary.
Leonid didn't understand this, but Dmitri did. So he understood Li Xiao's advice, temporarily suppressed the anxiety in his heart, and did not go to the Winter Palace rashly. After returning home, he immediately searched for the
He had to understand the map of Ukraine and the situation of the Ukrainian troops garrisoned in detail. Once he was needed to counter the rebellion, he could act immediately without wasting any time.
But what Dmitri didn't know was that after he left, Li Xiao went straight to Count Rostovtsev: "I have already done what you said, and the favor I owed last time has been paid off!"
Count Rostovtsev raised his eyelids and replied: "What kind of return of favor is this? What's more, you owe me more than just that one favor!"
Li Xiao knew that Count Rostovtsev was not that easy to deal with. This old vixen calculated everything clearly. It was just wishful thinking to take advantage of him!
However, he was not easy to deal with. He curled his lips and said: "Then I don't care. Anyway, what you asked me to do has been completed and the favor has been settled. Next time you have something to do, you owe me a favor!
"
Count Rostovtsev rolled his eyes at him and said: "Dream!"
This is a bit irritating, but Li Xiao can't continue to bargain with him, because the other party doesn't care about you at all. Besides, with his status, it's really hard for you to agree to anything.
"Are you going to let Dmitri go to quell the rebellion?" Li Xiao suddenly asked.
Count Rostovtsev calmly replied: "You see?"
cut!
Li Xiao teased: "There is nothing obvious about this, otherwise you wouldn't have had to ask me to say those words to Dmitri! You obviously just want him to put down the rebellion, tsk tsk, you are not very nice to him!"
Look at how much he has opinions about you, yet you still give him such a huge share of your work, and those who don’t know think he is your godson!”
Count Rostovtsev rolled his eyes at him again. This guy just couldn't say anything good. He was vulgar! No wonder he was called the disgrace of the family!
"Is this what you came here to tell me?" Count Rostovtsev asked.
"Of course not," Li Xiao suddenly asked seriously: "Is the decisive battle with the old guard about to begin?"
Count Rostovtsev was stunned. He really didn't expect that Li Xiao could see this. This guy's political sense is not particularly sharp!
He asked: "How did you tell?"
Li Xiao smiled contemptuously and said: "Isn't it obvious? You are allowing chaos in Ukraine just to give the conservatives a fatal blow! Just imagine, how can you force my cousin to give in if you don't have something lethal?
His character is definitely not that easy to agree to reforms. If he continues to delay, he may actually be dragged into corruption. It is inevitable that you will not wait foolishly!"
Count Rostovtsev did not speak, but silence was better than sound at this time. Li Xiao knew that he had guessed correctly. The mess in Ukraine was Count Rostovtsev's dagger stabbing the conservatives. This knife would definitely kill the conservatives.
Pai’s old destiny!
But he couldn't help but be a little worried, because some weapons can kill the enemy if used properly, but if used incorrectly, they can hurt themselves. In his view, the serf uprising in Ukraine has two sides.
Conservatives may also use this to make a fuss. Otherwise, it may become their best excuse to attack reforms. This must be guarded against!