Struggle in Russia

Count Rostovtsev said to Grand Duke Constantine and Count Shuvalov very calmly: "Your Highness and the Count, as the imperial envoys specially sent by His Majesty to handle this case. I have heard a lot of opinions and opinions from you just now. Opinion, I have no conclusions on this for the time being. After all, this is just your one-sided story, and the truth needs to be investigated."

After a short pause, Count Rostovtsev first said to Grand Duke Konstantin: "Your Highness, please release Count Shuvalov now, no matter whether your accusation is justified or the evidence is sufficient, but now the count is the Minister of State after all. , you are so detrimental to the country's constitution!"

"And now you don't have to worry about the Earl absconding in fear of crime. With me, no criminal can escape the punishment of the law. Let go!"

Grand Duke Constantine let go of his hand, but obviously he remembered Count Shuvalov, especially for what he said just now, he was full of righteous indignation, and he stared at him angrily, as if he would pounce on him again at any time Same.

Shuvalov naturally saw Grand Duke Constantine's behavior, and he was happy to hear about it. He hoped that Grand Duke Constantine would make a fuss. The imperial envoy Count Husband will also be tricky, and he must put most of his energy on the side of Grand Duke Constantine, and he can take advantage of the opportunity to fish in troubled waters.

So he shook his arms in disgust, as if the place where he was grabbed by Grand Duke Constantine was stained with Xiang, and his eyes were still squinting, and there was a hint of sneer at the corner of his mouth, always mocking.

It is conceivable how annoyed Grand Duke Constantine would be. The anger he had just been suppressed by Count Rostovtsev suddenly ignited, but Count Rostovtsev moved faster and did not give him a chance to explode He immediately said to Count Shuvalov without stopping:

"Your Excellency, although the allegations against you by His Majesty the Grand Duke have not been proven. But in view of the serious nature of this case, I formally announce to you that all your duties will be suspended, and you will be temporarily rested in a designated place under the supervision of designated personnel, pending the conclusion of the case. "

This sentence is more effective than anything else. Grand Duke Constantine's anger was half extinguished in an instant. As long as Shuvalov is unlucky, he will be happy!

Of course Shuvalov couldn't agree, he immediately called out to Qu: "Count, what do you mean? Why should I be under house arrest! This is illegal!"

While talking, he also signaled Peter Barek to object together. Although the latter did not want to intervene, since Uvarov attaches great importance to Shuvalov, it would be a bit unreasonable for him to say nothing.

I saw him bite the bullet and said to Count Rostovtsev: "Your Excellency, this is really inappropriate! After all, the count is not at fault..."

Count Rostovtsev smiled calmly: "I think it is very appropriate,

Because His Majesty gave me the will to thoroughly investigate this case. Anyone involved in this case will be subject to my review first, and they will be strictly imprisoned until I find out their suspicions. No contact with the outside world is allowed to prevent interference in the investigation! "

As he said that, he gave Count Shuvalov a cold look, and said, "Your Excellency the Count seems to have a relatively close relationship with that female suspect Petrovna, so I can only wrong Your Excellency the Count to take a break for a while!"

Shuvalov became anxious now, and he quickly defended: "This is completely slander and slander. I have nothing to do with Petrovna. Your Excellency the Governor has personally verified it. It is completely a rumor!"

"Your Excellency, have you checked?"

Count Rostovtsev turned his head and asked Peter Barek, which made the latter feel a sudden chill. Count Rostovtsev just glanced at him and asked a word, which made him tremble.

But Peter Barek couldn't dodge it yet, so he could only bite the bullet and replied: "Yes, I have already checked, and the relevant information can be regarded as rumors. At least I have not found that Count Shuvalov has been in contact with Petrovna. close evidence."

When he said these words, he kept wiping the cold sweat on his forehead, looking so guilty. But for Shuvalov, as long as he has this sentence, he can stop the mouth of Count Rostovtsev with the proof of Peter Barek.

It can only be said that Shuvalov was too naive and underestimated Count Rostovtsev too much. After hearing what Peter Barek said, he just smiled lightly and said, "Really? Record it, and Governor Peter Barek will verify it." Count Shuvalov's relationship with Petrovna, he found nothing!"

Peter Barak was stunned. He didn't understand why Count Rostovtsev recorded this sentence. Is there any problem?

Count Rostovtsev patted his palms twice, and said casually: "Your Majesty sent me to investigate this case thoroughly. What is thorough investigation? You should know what it means. In short , I will re-examine all the clues, all the facts of the case, and all the relevant evidence, and all the conclusions you have drawn before will not be accepted. Who is suspected and who is not, I have the final say!"

After finishing speaking, he turned to Count Shuvalov and asked, "Now, do you have any questions, Count?"

Count Shuvalov was stunned speechless. Count Rostovtsev was stronger than he had imagined. Those reasons and means have no effect on this person.

But Count Shuvalov is definitely unwilling to wait for death, even if he is dying, he will thump twice: "I strongly object, this is simply nonsense!"

"Your objection is invalid. Now the guards have come to take Count Shuvalov under strict supervision. Without my permission, no one is allowed to visit him, and no one is allowed to communicate with him!"

Peter Barek was taken aback. The strength of Count Rostovtsev made him very uneasy. After all, he and Shuvalov are grasshoppers on the same rope. If the guy collapses, he will be fine. ?

He opened his mouth to intercede for Shuvalov, but before he could speak, Count Rostovtsev came to him first: "Your Excellency, Your Majesty is quite dissatisfied with your performance. Under your rule The occurrence of such a horrific case fully demonstrates your incompetence!"

Peter Barek was stunned by the scolding. He never thought that Count Rostovtsev would treat him like this. After all, he was a great nobleman. How could he be beaten in the face like this? He just wanted to get angry, but Rostov Count Futsev's words immediately made him wilt, and he became like an eggplant beaten by frost...