The level of quality was clearly demonstrated in this meeting, which is why after the Crimean War a few years later, Chernyshev and Menshikov fell sadly and could only quietly work as a sinecure to retire.
In fact, the reason why they fell was not because they were emperors and courtiers. Look at people like Ordov, Count Rostovtsev and others in their era who were still prospering. I can only say that before
The two are indeed almost on the same level. Without the favor of Nicholas I, they are nothing.
At this time, these two fools did not realize this, and thought they understood Nicholas I's psychology better, thinking that Peter Volkonsky and Duke Ordorf were simply causing trouble!
"Duke, your plan is too risky! According to your plan, I am afraid it will cause an unprecedented war. It is too risky!"
Chernyshev also echoed: "Yes, once a full-scale conflict is triggered, you will be the sinners of the country!"
Peter Volkonski's psychology at this time is unknown, because this old guy is just being entrusted to help speak, and he actually does not understand the inside story. To be honest, he may be the worst person in this room.
That one.
But Duke Ordorf is different, how smart he is! So he is extremely speechless towards these two pig teammates Menshikov and Chernyshev, and his heart is really full of criticism: "You guys
You two idiots, it’s you who don’t understand the situation. Use your dog eyes to see what expression Neserrode, the old fox, has now, and which end of the world you are on!"
However, this was a royal council after all, and Ordorff could not blatantly curse. He could only retort patiently: "Gentlemen, where is the danger of a full-scale conflict? France, Austria, and Prussia are all in civil strife. The only thing that can give us
The only one who is causing trouble is the United Kingdom... Maybe our navy is no match for the Royal Navy, but on land we are not afraid of the British. In addition, we will also win the support of our Slavic brothers, and the British will not only have to go on an expedition, but I am afraid that they will
It would be difficult for their weak army to transport them there!"
This statement made Chernyshov and Menshikov completely lose their temper, because it seemed that Duke Ordov's analysis was very reasonable. On the Balkan battlefield, Russia would really not be afraid of a duel with Britain.
At least these two people did not dare to say in front of Nicholas I that the mighty Russian army was not as good as the British. That would greatly offend His Majesty. After all, he always believed that the first army in Europe was his own.
Prince Ordorf gave Chernyshov and Menshikov a meaningful look. His eyes contained deep meaning, which was a hint to these two fools to be smarter and stop being pig teammates.
But it's hard to say whether these two people can understand each other. Anyway, just don't put too much hope in it.
Fortunately, there are still smart people in this conference room. Just when Neserrodie wanted to stand up and refute Duke Ordov, Uvarov suddenly spoke:
"Your Majesty, I fully agree with Duke Ordorf's words. Liberating the Slavic brothers in the Balkans is indeed a God-given opportunity! If we can seize this opportunity, our centuries-old ambition will be realized, and you will become the greatest in history.
Tsar! And the Slavic brothers will also go to glory under your leadership!"
Uvarov's speech caught Neserrode, Menshikov and Chernyshev off guard, because generally Uvarov was more intolerant of such military and political issues than a thousand words and a silence. He rarely responded to such military and political issues.
Expressing opinions on specific issues is more about expressing opinions on ideological issues.
But this time, even he couldn't help but speak. It is conceivable that Nicholas I had to think more carefully. After all, this was his literary talent, and even the literary talent agreed to do it. How could he do it?
What about being timid?
Nicholas I immediately hesitated, because just now he was planning to listen and see again, but he was not necessarily really planning to make trouble in the Caucasus or the Balkans. He was not that reckless.
But now that Uvarov has agreed with Ordorf and Peter Volkonsky's strategy, it seems a bit bad if he, the tsar, shrinks his eggs, or at least he will disappoint his ministers.
The hesitant Nicholas I was a little hesitant, and his inner balance kept swinging left and right. At one moment he felt that he could take a risk, and at another moment he felt that the risk was too great. At this time, Neserrodie could no longer bear it. He knew that if
If you don't say anything, things could get really serious.
"Your Majesty, I suggest you proceed with caution. Duke Ordorff's strategy is too risky and can easily cause irreparable losses!"
Yes, Neserrodie gave in, but there was nothing he could do about it, because if he continued to insist on doing nothing, Nicholas I would definitely not agree. Besides, there were also Duke Ordorf and Peter Wall over there.
Prince Konsky and Uvarov, the weight of these three people is too heavy, and he cannot compete with them at all.
Rather than making useless efforts, it is better to take advantage of the contradiction between the "military group" and the "honorable group" while Nicholas I is not completely convinced, first side with the "military group", and use Menshikov and Che
Ernyshov's energy resisted the adventures of the "Honorable Group".
"If something must be done, the strategy of Prince Menshikov and Count Chernyshov is more secure!"
Nicholas I looked at Neserrode in astonishment, wondering how this prime minister had changed so much. A few minutes ago he was firmly opposed to Menshikov and Chernyshev's adventure, but how could he suddenly feel that way again in the blink of an eye?
Is their strategy more secure? Did this guy take the wrong medicine?
But Nicholas I couldn't control that much. Since Neserrodie also felt that it was safe, let's leave it at that. It would be good to think about cutting a piece of flesh from Persia.
"Very good, that's it. We've decided to attack the Persian infidels, rescue the Armenian brothers, threaten the Turkish infidels from the flanks, and lay a solid foundation for completely solving the infidel problem in the future!"
With Nicholas I's final decision, the matter was decided. It should be said that this result satisfied the vast majority of people in the Imperial Council. Needless to say, Menshikov and Chernyshev, these two fools also
He looked at Duke Ordorff laughing with a proud look on his face, thinking how great he was.
Nicholas I was even more happy. He felt that 1848 was really his lucky year. This year was only half over, and he would make great gains in the Balkans and the Caucasus. God knows there will be more in the second half of the year.