A staid German like Nesserrodie was very disciplined in doing things. In his opinion, it was fine that he couldn't intervene in the marching and fighting matters, but he had to listen to himself in terms of diplomatic strategy.
If he, the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, cannot even take charge of major diplomatic matters, then what's the point of being an official?
If this situation is not restored today, these Qiu Ba gang will definitely get more and more aggressive in the future. At that time, he, the Prime Minister, will truly become a clay Buddha!
"Nonsense!"
Neserrodie interrupted directly without waiting for Nicholas I to speak. The two people were really glaring, as if they were going to fight Menshikov desperately.
"Military operations must be subordinated to national policies. Our policy is to maintain normal order in Europe, not to turn the European continent into a pot of porridge!"
"If we continue to take risky actions, it will inevitably bring Britain and France closer together, and may even lead to the possibility of them forming an alliance to fight against our country!"
"If this turns out to be true, then we are digging our own grave in a risky move!"
"Your Majesty, I demand that all adventurous actions be resolutely stopped! Especially the suicidal adventures launched by the navy at sea must be stopped!"
Neserrode was just about to slam the table. Fortunately, he still had some skills and knew that this was not his Prime Minister's Office but the Imperial Council. The only person qualified to slam the table was Nicholas I. However, Nicholas I treated him
The reaction to his speech was mediocre and he was not excited at all. Not to mention slamming the table, he didn't even have the intention to move more.
It's not that Nicholas I was very calm or was considering Neserrodie's warning, because he was not interested in a word of the old prime minister's words. Over the years, he had become accustomed to Neserrodie's caution, and as long as anything broke
This old man would jump out and warn about the balancing measures on the European continent. It would be surprising if he didn't say anything today.
But Nicholas I was really fed up with the old Prime Minister’s warning. It was just like the story of the boy who cried wolf. Someone listened to your warning the first time, and also listened to it the second time, but the third, fourth, and even the second time were ignored.
It's alarmist talk, and no one will listen to it.
The same was true for Nicholas I. Neserrodie's warning was too cheap for him, especially after the success of blackmailing Austria last time, the old man's warning was greatly discounted in his mind.
Because this is what Nicholas I thought: [When you blackmailed Austria, you bad old man also yelled about dangers, what would break the alliance, and arouse the resentment of the Austrians, but what was the result? The Austrians didn’t dare to fart.
One, you agreed directly, which shows that you, a bad old man, are simply lying. I am afraid that you are scaring me just to protect your German interests! I will never fall for your evil tricks again!]
With this level of understanding, Nicholas I naturally didn't like to listen to Neserrodie's opinion, because he always felt that the old man would make a name for himself.
To put it bluntly, at this time Neserrodie had not realized that his relationship with Nicholas I was no longer what it used to be, and that he was already a bit suspicious of the emperor and his ministers. At this time, it was useless to say anything, and he might even
It has the opposite effect.
"Your Majesty, if we continue to take risks, the foundation of the stability of the entire Europe will be shaken, and a disaster similar to 1812 will soon strike. We must rein in the situation!"
Well, Nicholas I really couldn't listen. If it wasn't for the principle of giving face to the Prime Minister, he really wanted Neserrodie to shut up, so he just gave a faint hum, and then... nothing
What happened next!
This attitude actually explains the problem. Nicholas I was actually very happy with his achievements, and naturally he did not want to miss the opportunity to make himself famous. However, he was worried about what might happen, so instead of consulting his ministers, he
, rather, I hope that the ministers will actively express their support, and then even if there is a problem in the future, the blame will be shouldered by the ministers. He, the emperor, is just unfortunate to be dragged down by his ministers.
Nicholas I was such a hypocritical person. If he couldn't see through this, he really couldn't be his confidant. Obviously Neserrodie couldn't be his confidant, so even if he was the prime minister and foreign minister
, in fact, his presence in the court was not high.
But Menshikov, Ordov and Chernyshov and others are completely different. If they still can't figure out Nicholas I's little thoughts at this time, then they have really spent so many years in vain.
How long will it take to stand up for His Majesty the Tsar at this time!
But there was one person who got ahead of them. Although Peter Volkonsky was getting older and weaker day by day, he was very good at guessing Nicholas I's thoughts, so he acted the fastest:
"Your Majesty, I think the Prime Minister is too alarmist! Britain only has a navy worth mentioning, and France is in civil strife. So what if they form an alliance? Where is our opponent of a million-strong army?"
"General Lazarev's suggestion is right. It's time to show the power of Russia to the world. Let the young people all over Europe see the great achievements we have achieved under your wise leadership, and let those incompetent people see the great achievements we have made under your wise leadership."
Rats, hide and tremble!"
【Fuck me!】
Menshikov, Chernyshev and Ordov were all disgusted in their hearts, and they all glanced at Peter Volkonsky in unison, and then hurriedly swarmed up to support him.
In an instant, the voices of approval accounted for an overwhelming majority. Neserrodie could only watch in stunned silence as a group of old hooligans showed their shamelessness. Three or two times he was ready to intervene to refute, but these people simply refused to give him any advice.
A little chance gave him a lot of words to say but he couldn't say them out at all.
"It seems that an agreement has been reached!" Nicholas I nodded with satisfaction. This is what he wanted. "You have convinced me. It seems that it is indeed necessary to take action to show the country's power. Lazarev's suggestion is good, just
Execute it!”
At the end, he added: "If we make the momentum bigger, the Baltic Fleet can also cooperate. We must let the whole of Europe see how powerful we are!"
Then, the imperial meeting ended, and Nicholas I left with satisfaction, leaving only a stunned Neserrodie. So far, the old prime minister has not figured out the situation - what is the purpose of holding this meeting today?
"Nesserrode is about to fall!" Count Rostovtsev said calmly to Nikolai Milyutin. "As long as this demonstration can achieve reasonable results, Prime Minister Nesserrode will
It’s over!”
Before Nikolai Milyutin could speak, he said again: "So we have to help the old guy!"