Chapter 730 The Conversation Between Old Friends (Part 1)
Facts have proved that Neserrodie's worries are very reasonable, because just when he went to Menshikov to contact him, Duke Ordolph went directly to Crown Prince Alexander.
It seems like the two things have little to do with each other?
In fact, it has a lot to do with it!
Because Menshikov also had to pay homage to Crown Prince Alexander, and because of his inability to protect the emperor before, Menshikov was severely dissed by Crown Prince Alexander. This time, even if Neserrodie persuaded Menshikov
Menshikov, but as long as Crown Prince Alexander firmly disagrees, Menshikov really doesn’t dare to defy Crown Prince Alexander’s will.
Sure enough, Menshikov, who had been chatting happily with Neserrodie at first, changed his mind after one night. He sent his secretary to send a personal letter to Neserrodie apologizing.
Yu immediately returned the check.
Holding this check of one hundred thousand rubles, Nesserrody had mixed feelings in his heart. When did the time come for Nesserrody to be unable to even send money? He thought about what he was going to do back then.
For a matter of just one sentence, he even asked the other party for money. But now he can't even send money. Is he really old?
"How about we look for Chernyshev again? It is said that he has a good relationship with Menshikov and ask him to help us talk?"
Neserrode shook his head directly and said: "There is no need to go to Chernyshev, and there is no need to go to Menshikov anymore. It is useless to go to anyone! Our opponent this time is not as powerful as usual!"
Neserrodie took a deep breath. Although he was old, his mind was not confused. Menshikov agreed very happily at first. It was obvious that someone had taught him a lesson behind the scenes. In Russia, Menshikov could teach Menshikov a lesson.
There were not many people in Shikov, and there were only two on the count - either Nicholas I or Crown Prince Alexander. Even Grand Duke Constantine did not have this qualification.
Obviously it was not Nicholas I who took action, otherwise Menshikov would not have simply refused, and they would not have been able to act so easily, so it was Crown Prince Alexander who took action!
As for why Crown Prince Alexander objected, this really puzzled Neserrode. Because he asked himself that his relationship with the Crown Prince was just okay, neither particularly good nor particularly bad, and he had never offended the Crown Prince. Why did the Crown Prince
Are you going to ruin his business this time?
What Neserrodie was most worried about was that Crown Prince Alexander would stand against his foreign policy, and in that case he would really have no choice but to be blinded.
"How about we go visit the Crown Prince?"
Regarding Schwarzenberg's proposal, Neserrode was really speechless. What's the use of asking Crown Prince Alexander at this time? Is it possible that you can still convince him with money? The most important thing now is to figure out the reason for Crown Prince Alexander's opposition.
, instead of giving money randomly, you really think you are being taken advantage of!
"Go and ask who the Crown Prince has been close to recently and what opinions he has expressed recently!"
At this time, Neserrode was really aware of the importance of intelligence. If Duke Ordorf could be on his side, he would know just what kind of madness Crown Prince Alexander was and why he was in such chaos right now with just one sentence.
Ask for news.
So how was Crown Prince Alexander persuaded by Duke Ordorf? In fact, it was not that difficult. Duke Ordorf just told him three things. The first thing was Schwarzenberg and Nesserlo.
Die was campaigning everywhere to seek support, and he did not hesitate to spend large sums of money for this purpose. In particular, he highlighted the fact that Timenshikov received a check for one hundred thousand rubles.
Secondly, Duke Ordorf mentioned the chaotic situation in Austria and the huge benefits these chaotic situations have brought to Russia. He hinted that Crown Prince Alexander had better not make his attitude clear immediately, and it was better to be vague to the Austrians. Now it is Austria
The best time for people to frantically seek support from Russia is to raise the asking price appropriately in order to extract more benefits.
Finally, Duke Ordorf also mentioned Nicholas I's negative view of Schwarzenberg, believing that the new Austrian Prime Minister lacked the courage of King Li.
Of course, Duke Ordorf stopped short of that. He did not say that Nicholas I hated Schwarzenberg, nor did he say that Nicholas I had changed his view of Austria and was not prepared to continue supporting Austria.
Duke Ordorff's words were very skillful. He hit the mark completely, which not only served as a hint, but also prevented him from confusing right and wrong and causing him to be dissed later.
Anyway, Duke Alexander fully understood Duke Ordorf's intention. He thought that the Duke was hinting that he should rip off Austria, and thought that Nicholas I also had a positive attitude towards this. So he decided to raise the asking price and follow his courtiers.
Also kill Austria with a knife.
I have to say that Duke Ordorff was so clever. He unknowingly distorted the truth of the situation and successfully misled Duke Alexander. Moreover, even if Nicholas I made his attitude clear afterwards, he would not be considered
It is deliberately misleading, and it is really a matter of advancing and retreating in an invincible position.
Even Count Rostovtsev praised Duke Ordov for his superb skills: "Ordov is the smartest among these people. If nothing happens, he will never fail!"
This kind of evaluation is very high, because not everyone in Count Rostovtsev has this kind of evaluation. For example, Menshikov, the Count thinks that he will stop as soon as Nicholas I is gone.
Another example is Peter Volkonsky. The Count simply thought that he was an old fool. If his family background was not too deep and prominent, he would not be in the position he is today.
"Are you just watching the Austrians' activities?"
Faced with old Igor's rant, Count Rostovtsev just smiled: "What else?"
Old Igor said angrily: "You have to help to some extent, even if it's to give that old fool Nikolai some ecstasy soup!"
"That's not necessary!" Count Rostovtsev replied calmly, "Because even if I say it, Nikolai may not listen!"
Old Igor suddenly sneered: "You are not omnipotent about feelings, you cannot control everything!"
Count Rostovtsev didn't care about old Igor's ridicule. He replied calmly: "I have never said that I am omnipotent, nor do I think anyone in this world is omnipotent. As for manipulation,
Everything? Did I say I could control everything or Nikolai?”
Old Igor curled his lips and said: "I'm too lazy to talk nonsense with you. I just want to tell you, don't let my little master do useless work. If the Austrians succeed at this time, everything will be in vain!"