Li Xiao was still in a good mood. After solving Fontana's little trouble, the Bretianu brothers no longer tried to save money and did tricks, and honestly gave a check worth tens of thousands of francs as a meeting gift.
It can be said that all the expenses Li Xiao spent on this trip were fully repaid in Bucharest. Of course, the money he earned in Wallachia will not be returned to the old scheming Uncle Nikolai, so the money will naturally be put away.
I put it into my own small vault for backup.
"Mr. Diomede, the people of Wallachia are eagerly looking forward to the French government's justice. Russia's brutal rule of our country has become a rage. Only by ending this inhumane and violent rule can the people of Wallachia live a happy life."
Life!"
Naturally, Li Xiao didn't believe a word of Jan Constantine's lies, but not believing it was one thing, and he still had to do the superficial work.
He immediately said: "Since arriving in Bucharest, I have deeply felt the voice of the Wallachian people. I personally deeply sympathize with your tragic situation and am very willing to contribute to the well-being of the Wallachian people!"
Jan Constantine and Dimitri were immediately overjoyed. Why did they spend so much effort? Isn't it just waiting for someone's words? If they had known that someone would give money when they saw money, why bother with it?
So many planes!
But they were happy a little too early, because Li Xiao was very clever. He immediately said:
"However, gentlemen, I must remind you that the current situation of the French government is not particularly good. Because of the very regrettable riots that occurred in Paris in February, the French government's attention and energy are temporarily focused on the country, which is quite serious.
Lacking the determination and will to deal with external affairs, if you want to arouse the attention and attention of high-level government officials, you need a particularly powerful person to speak out!"
Dimitri could tell that someone seemed to be pointing out a clear path for them, meaning that he could contact the big shot on his behalf.
Just as Dimitri was about to agree happily, Jan Constantine next to him quietly kicked him under the table, and he immediately sat back down, looking calm and Buddhist.
Why did Jan Constantine kick Dimitri? The reason was very simple. He felt that Li Xiao meant something in his words. It sounded like he was pointing out a clear path for them, but in fact it was more like asking for bribes and money in disguise.
Of course, it's not that Jan Constantine doesn't want to give money, he just wants to find out more about it before giving money. At least he has to know who the so-called important person is, right?
Jan Constantine asked with a smile on his face: "Mr. Diomede, what you said makes perfect sense. We also very much hope to strengthen ties with our French friends who care about the cause of national liberation and democracy in Wallachia, but we are not interested in this."
I’m really not familiar with it, so I hope you can give me more recommendations!”
Li Xiao chuckled and said: "Easy to say, easy to say. I am deeply honored to be able to do my little bit for the people of Wallachia."
As he spoke, Li Xiao paused for a moment, looked at the two brothers meaningfully, and then slowly uttered a name: "Marquis Charles de la Valette, gentlemen, have you heard of this distinguished man?"
Gentleman?"
Jan Constantine and Diomede looked at each other. They were really not familiar with this name, at least they had never heard of it. It seemed that they were not famous figures in the French government. However, they did not dare to speak openly to Li
Xiao said: "Sorry, I haven't heard of the person you mentioned. Who is he?"
Li Xiao also knew that the two brothers might not know who the Marquis de Valette was, because the Marquis was really not well-known, at least not so famous yet, and his status was not particularly prominent.
It would take a few months for the Marquis to really "shine", probably at the end of 1848, when his good friend Louis Napoleon, also known as Napoleon III, was elected president of the Second French Republic.
It just skyrocketed.
Of course, this does not mean that Valette is now an unknown clown. In fact, he was also influential in French politics at this time. As an important figure in the "Priest Party" in French politics, Valette, who upholds fanatical Catholic ideas,
He hated Russia's expansionary policy in the Holy Land. Since 1846, he had been aggressively attacking Russia in newspapers, advocating that extreme measures should be used to subdue the brutal polar bears.
The "Priest Party" has always been rumored to control French foreign policy, and this group of people is quite influential in the French diplomatic community.
Li Xiao explained with a smile: "The Marquis of Valette is the most devout believer in our country's political circles. He is particularly disgusted with Russia's expansionist stance on the Holy Land issue and the Balkan issue. He strongly supports the use of deterrence to force Russia to return to rationality..."
Jan Constantine and Dimitri looked at each other again and heard someone say that this Marquis of Valette is probably a Russophobe. If he can do his job, it shouldn't be difficult to speak for Wallachia.
.
But what made them hesitate was, was the Marquis de Valette important? It would be useless if no one paid attention to what he said!
Li Xiao further explained: "The Marquis de Valette is an important figure in our country's priest party and has great influence in the diplomatic community!"
Dimitri and Jan Constantine had heard of the Priest Party. If Valette was an important figure in the Priest Party, it would be easy to deal with. Now they are more concerned about how much truth it would take to ask the Marquis to help him speak.
What about gold and silver?
"It's naturally expensive for you to invite the Marquis of Valette," Li Xiao said with some pride, "I guess even if you put boxes of gold in front of the Marquis, he won't pay attention to you!"
"Isn't it?"
"Why?"
Dimitri didn't believe it, but Jan Constantine wanted to know the reason. From this, we can also see the difference in levels between the two brothers.
"It's very simple. Because of the Holy Land issue, the Marquis was very dissatisfied with you Orthodox believers and had a very bad view of you!"
Dimitri and Jan Constantine looked at each other a little bit. They really didn't expect it to be because of this. To be honest, although they also have faith, they are not really pious, and they really can't understand the brain circuit of Marquis de Valette.
At this time, Li Xiao smiled slightly and said: "But it doesn't matter, my father and the Marquis of Valette have a very good relationship. I can write a letter and ask my father to intercede on his behalf. I believe that the Marquis of Valette can understand the difference between you and the Russians."
Dimitri and Jan Constantine were immediately happy and expressed their gratitude: "Thank you so much, Mr. Diomede. On behalf of the people of Wallachia, we thank you for your generous help!"
Li Xiao smiled slightly, seemingly modest but actually replied meaningfully: "Nothing! I have always been concerned about the liberation cause of the Wallachian people, and helping you will also help my personal cause. I believe that the Wallachian people
You should not forget my efforts and contributions, and be willing to solve some minor troubles for me!"
Having said this, he paused for a moment, then looked at the Bretian brothers with great pressure and asked: "Is that so? Gentlemen."