Franzbekov opened the letter written to him by Tobolsk warlord Shcherbatov and Topolsk chief priest Avakum, with a heavy expression on his face.
Ivanov advised: "Beketov's death is indeed a huge loss to Tsarist Russia. As the governor in charge of one side, you must be grieving and take care of yourself!"
"No, my friend, I am hesitant because Shcherbatov and Avakum have given me a difficult problem!" After saying that, he handed Ivanov the letter they jointly wrote to him.
Look.
Ivanov opened the letter. In the letter, Shcherbatov and Avakum first reported the news that Beketov died of illness in Tobolsk, then recalled his great contribution to Tsarist Russia's colonial cause, and finally
A request was made: Since Beketov is the builder of Yakutsk Fort, can a statue be built for him in the square of Yakutsk Fort to commemorate his great achievements?
Franzbekov is a veteran in officialdom, and he knows that the two people who wrote to him are nothing more than Shcherbatov. Being on the same level as him, Avakum is no small matter.
This man is a famous Orthodox priest. Because he opposed the church reforms implemented by Patriarch Nikon, he was persecuted and exiled to Siberia. During his exile, he wrote a very unique book: "Acts", which tells the story of his relationship with Patriarch Nikon.
The conflict between the patriarchs is full of spiritual and psychological descriptions of anti-rape. It is the first unique book in Russia that is centered on individuals and involves the entire society. Once the book was written, it was widely circulated and became a bit of a cultural figure in Russia.
Almost everyone has a copy.
Now Patriarch Nikon was exiled and placed under house arrest by the Tsar because of his struggle for power with Tsar Alexei. His Majesty the Tsar re-appointed religious figures who opposed Nikon, and Avakum became the chief priest of Tobolsk. It is said that His Majesty is very
I like to read his "Acts". He is one of the most popular figures in the Orthodox Church today, and he cannot afford to offend him!
"What Warlord Shcherbatov and Father Avakum said makes sense. Beketov has indeed made great achievements for Tsarist Russia. He is also the founder of Yakutsk Fort. It is not too much to build a statue of him in the square.
", Franzbekov agreed.
"No, Overseer", Ivanov, who has always been submissive, actually objected.
"Why?" Franzbekov frowned.
"General Governor, according to our country's tradition, statues are generally erected for His Majesty the Tsar and the princes and nobles. Beketov is not a noble, and his position is low, he is just a hundred-capion. If you build a statue for him, I am afraid it will attract the attention of the nobles.
They are dissatisfied. Right now, the wealthy businessmen who oppose you in the city are trying every possible means to drive you away. If you erect a statue, they may falsely accuse you of accepting bribes from Beketov’s surviving family to build the statue."
"Hmph, these bugs who regard wealth as their lives, one day I will crush them all to death!"
Franzbekov snorted and said: "In that case, I will make a request to His Majesty the Tsar. His Majesty is talented and has a great deal of talent, and attaches great importance to the development of Siberia. He will definitely agree to my request, and the sculpture will be built in this way. Yes.
Now, tell those wealthy businessmen that the Ming army is coming and ask them to contribute money to purchase military supplies. Anyone who fails to do so will be regarded as treason."
"Yes, Overseer", Ivanov nodded in response.
"Haha", Franzbekov suddenly laughed, "After His Majesty the Tsar issues an order agreeing to build a statue of Beketov, then let these guys pay a sum of money to build the statue. This is an oracle, forgive them.
I dare not not come out."
Ivanov was shocked by the shamelessness of this superior officer and was speechless for a moment.
On the contrary, Franzbekov asked nonchalantly: "By the way, you said there are two bad news, what is the other one?"
"Warlord, I just got the news that Fort Barguzin has been lost."
"Pa", the food in Franzbekov's mouth spurted out. He walked to the map and looked at it carefully, muttering to himself: "As soon as Barguzin is lost, the two castles of Orekmsk and Kikusk will be destroyed."
It’s dangerous!
Suddenly, he stopped looking at the map and said firmly: "I have made up my mind to build a statue of Beketov immediately."
Ivanov was very surprised, "Overseer, why did you change your mind again?"
"The Ming army is facing a formidable enemy, and it is necessary to unite people's hearts. There is nothing more inspiring than building a statue of a Russian hero."
"But Overseer, what if nobles and wealthy businessmen come to the Tsar to sue you?"
Franzbekov shrugged, "If Your Majesty wanted to deal with me, he would have dealt with me long ago, why wait until now. Don't worry, as long as the Ming army is attacking Yakutsk, my official position will be very stable." p>
With the strong support of this warlord, a statue of Beketov was erected in the square of Yakutsk.
In the statue, he is sitting on a pile of logs, wearing boots, holding an ax handle in his hand, and the ax blade cuts into the logs. Behind him are a pointed war helmet, a long sword and a coat. The top of the sword hilt is in the shape of a bird's head.
Then place the model of the fort he built.
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In the largest wooden building in Yakutsk, the wealthy businessman Vasily Fedotov was entertaining two other wealthy businessmen in the city, Ivan Oskerkov and Semin Nerado.
Ski.
Drinking is said to be a pleasure, but what these three drank was dull wine, bitter wine, and sad wine. Even though the dishes were fragrant, the wine was delicious, and the maids were beautiful, there was no smile on the faces of these people.
Fedotov spoke up, "General Franzbekov used the Ming Army's Northern Expedition as an excuse to ask people to pay for military supplies. Anyone who doesn't pay is considered treason. Let's all discuss whether we should pay this money."
, how much is appropriate?”
"Hmph, this son of a German woman is not a true Orthodox Christian at all. He is greedy and helpless. He has made more assessments than taxes in recent years. I think what he can do if he can't pay even a ruble?"
Radovsky said angrily.
"No, the son of this German woman is famous for being sinister and vicious. If he doesn't show any signs of sin, he will definitely take revenge from him. In my opinion, if each person pays 10,000 rubles to show his interest, it is like feeding the dog."
, Oskerkov was timid and suggested a compromise.
Fedotov sighed, "I heard a few days ago that His Majesty the Tsar was going to call this guy to Moscow for interrogation. I don't know how it happened, and there is no further explanation."
"Humph, I heard that the Ming army is coming. Your Majesty thinks this guy is experienced and wants to keep him to guard Yakutsk," Oskerkov said angrily.
"Hey, such a greedy guy is regarded as a general by His Majesty, should we just let him bully us?" Neradovsky sighed helplessly.
Fedotov suddenly laughed, "I have sent people to Moscow to send a letter to Grand Duke Miloslavsky and Duma Secretary Kister, accusing the son of a German woman of not accepting bribes from Beketov's family.
With the permission of the imperial court, I built a statue of Beketov in the square without permission. I believe good news will come soon."