Although Robert Cohoon felt that Palmerston's warning was a bit too shocking, he had never heard of a precedent for Whitehall to throw a senior public official into prison. It is not only a glorious tradition in China to not punish a doctor.
The UK also has this fine custom.
It is rare for senior public officials to have completely clean hands and feet. Whether it is greed, convenience, dereliction of duty, or simply due to limited IQ, guys will do some stupid things.
These stupid people know that internal criticism will only end with three drinks as a penalty. At most, the unlucky guy who committed the crime will be given a sinecure and go home to farm. That's the so-called punishment.
Being imprisoned is simply unthinkable. If any senior public official dares to do his best while serving the Queen if he clings to the slightest mistake, then he is asking for trouble!
Of course, Cohoon was not arrogant enough to ignore Palmerston's warning, because this horrifying warning letter itself showed the problem. John Russell had no patience with him at all. This was before he wanted to change completely.
It is a diplomatic strategy led by Palmerston. Naturally, Palmerston's legacy like Cohoon needs to be liquidated, or at least let go, otherwise it will be necessary to kill the chicken to scare the monkeys!
Cohon didn't want to be treated like a chicken, so he knew that he had to be aware of current affairs and submit his resignation report quickly so that he could sit idle instead of being dismissed. Voluntary resignation and dismissal are completely different concepts in Whitehall, and the former will be considered
If you are sensible, you may be able to turn around in the future. The latter is very ignorant and must be beaten. It will be difficult to turn around in the future!
"I have submitted my resignation, and I believe Istanbul will send someone to replace me soon... Although it is a pity, I have to say that there is no possibility of recovery at this time!"
Ke Hong's confidants didn't look too surprised. They were all working in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, so how could they not know anything. They knew before that Ke Hong's departure was a foregone conclusion, but they didn't expect him to leave so quickly.
And this will soon be very unfavorable for them, Cohon's confidants. Once the emperor and courtiers, as Cohon's confidants, if they continue to stay in Wallachia, they will definitely not be welcomed by the next consul general and sit on the bench.
It's almost a sure thing.
But who wants to sit on the bench? No one wants to!
And Cohon continued: "You have worked with me for so many years, and I fully trust your abilities. I originally wanted to do something with you, but things are unpredictable... But the cause of Wallachia must not be
give up halfway!"
At this point, Cohon's expression suddenly became serious, and he said solemnly: "Our previous efforts must not be in vain! Moreover, the situation in Wallachia is far from the most irreversible. Although the situation is
We are at a disadvantage, but I believe everything will change as the Russians invade again."
"The fragile balance will soon be broken. No country will want to see polar bears annexing Wallachia. By then, Russia will be on the opposite side of all countries, and then it will be our turn to fight back!"
These morale-boosting words had some effect. At least Cohon's confidants listened very seriously, because they knew that the really important words were about to be said by Cohon!
Cohon took a deep breath and said seriously: "If we want to fight back, we must be fully prepared, and this requires a large number of elites who are familiar with Wallachian affairs, and these elites are
You guys!"
Well, although Ke Hong's confidants somewhat guessed what he meant, when they actually heard Ke Hong say it, everyone inevitably felt disappointed.
Why? Because no one wants to stay in this hellish place like Wallachia. People are all realistic, even if Cohon speaks seriously and with a little encouragement. But in fact, everyone knows that as long as Cohon
Once he leaves, the so-called cause of Wallachia will be paralyzed.
It’s no secret that John Russell doesn’t like Palmerston and Cohoon’s troubles in Wallachia. It’s conceivable that without Palmerston’s support and Cohoon’s pressure, the newly arrived Wallachia
The Consul General will never be interested in "fooling around".
At that time, wouldn't it be embarrassing for their group of so-called elites promoted by Kehong who were good at "making nonsense", or to put it bluntly, they were useless!
It is conceivable that they will have to stand aside and sit on the bench at that time, and it is normal to just sit idle. As for the counterattack that Ke Hong said, it is something that has no shadow, and maybe it will be in vain when the flowers have withered.
The most realistic and correct approach is to let Cohon take them away. Only by following Cohon will they be valuable and have room to display their talents. Staying in Wallachia is really a huge pit, okay?
And now that Ke Hong has tricked them into automatically staying in the pit, do you think these people will feel comfortable? I'm afraid everyone has only one thought at this moment: "You bastard bastard, you are extremely hypocritical! If you have the ability, don't resign and run away.
Stay with us and wait for the opportunity to counterattack!"
It can be said that Cohon's farewell speech was an extremely failure. Not only did it not have a positive encouraging effect, it actually damaged people's hearts and morale even more.
So did Cohon do this because of a mistake, or because he was too passionate about his previous career and refused to give up?
The answer is "hehe"!
In fact, Ke Hong didn't mean this at all. He knew the effect of what he just said, and he said it on purpose!
Why? It can also be said that it is unwillingness or venting anger and revenge on John Russell!
How should I put it? The thinking inside is very complicated. In short, Cohon knows very well that whoever takes over his position will definitely have something to do, and what can he do in Wallachia? Naturally, it is to fight against Russia.
Guy.
Yes, even if John Russell doesn't want to bother, it doesn't mean that he acquiesces to the Russians to expand their influence in Wallachia or simply take Wallachia into their pocket. The state Russell hopes is Wallachia
Restore the status quo ante, neither independent nor annexed by Russia.
Obviously, the current trend of Wallachia will probably not be in this direction. At least the Russians will definitely not agree to go to war for a long time but get nothing. The Russians will definitely expand their presence in Wallachia.
Influence and sphere of influence.
Obviously this is in fundamental conflict with Russell's desired state, which means that no matter who succeeds Cohon, it is inevitable to fight against Russia. And what is needed to fight against Russia? Naturally, a group of elites who are familiar with Wallachia are needed...