Struggle in Russia

Are Grand Dukes Mikhail and Nicholas really concerned about the progress of the case and want to close it as soon as possible?

Surely not, so are they in a hurry to go back to St. Petersburg and enjoy life?

Of course not. These two actually think that Kiev is a good place, and they live a very comfortable life. Grand Duke Mikhail has grasped real power for the first time and is intoxicated by it. Why would he want to leave?

Although Grand Duke Nicholas is not as cool as him, the beauties of Kievan Rus also have a special flavor. Every day, countless beauties take the initiative to touch his bed. There are no such cool days in St. Petersburg. After all, the beauties there are more willing Kiss his big brother instead of him.

Naturally, he didn't want to leave either, so why did these two guys speak together? In fact, it was to put pressure on Earl Rostovtsev. They hoped to show their presence and improve their status to seek greater benefits.

Does Count Rostovtsev know what these two guys are thinking? Naturally, he is very clear, and he is well aware of their small calculations. So he was neither anxious nor nervous at all, and replied calmly:

"Do your Highnesses have any objections to my way of investigating the case?"

This question is so straightforward, it immediately gave these two guys a face. If they said they had an opinion, then Count Rostovtsev would logically ask: How do you want to investigate? Or let you check it out!

Grand Duke Nicholas and Grand Duke Mikhail really dare not take this pot, because they know that this case is definitely not something they can get started directly. With their qualifications and prestige, they can't stop the demons and ghosts in Kiev. To get started, the first one to show them was Grand Duke Constantine.

Their good second brother might report to the Winter Palace right away, saying that the two of them acted recklessly and disrespected the imperial envoys, and that they had ulterior motives to turn their backs on customers.

Although this small report won't hurt them, they won't be able to get away with a scolding. Because before leaving St. Petersburg, Nicholas I warned them not to try to directly intervene in the actions of Count Rostovtsev. Everything is based on Count Rostovtsev. They have to watch and learn more. At most, they discovered Ross. Count Tovtsev can report any inappropriateness, but will never allow it to be replaced.

This warning is very serious. Both Grand Duke Nicholas and Grand Duke Mikhail knew about this case. Their father trusted Count Rostovtsev even more, and they were only asked to go as supervisors just in case.

If they dared to act on their behalf, then Nicholas I might deal with them severely and let them know how terrible the old father's anger was.

Of course, these two actually have self-knowledge, and the forces involved in this case are by no means something that the two of them can handle. As long as they really dare to get started, they will be taught how to behave by these behind-the-scenes masters in minutes.

The idea of ​​these two guys is very pragmatic, that is, try to hide behind the scenes as much as possible, secretly fawning and kneeling and licking Crown Prince Alexander and Count Uvarov.

But Count Rostovtsev was going to throw the blame on them just now. Naturally, they didn't dare to make mistakes, so they could only reply with a smile: "You misunderstood, we are just a little anxious. This case has attracted the attention of the whole country and dragged The longer it takes, the more troublesome it will be!"

Count Rostovtsev glanced at them without showing any trace, and said with a smile: "It is precisely because of the attention of the whole country that we need to be more careful and cautious when handling the case. We must investigate all aspects of the situation and must not be chewed by others. Tongue chance. Are you right?"

Grand Duke Nicholas and Grand Duke Mikhail were speechless for a while. Look at what they said, so that they have no way to refute it. What do you think?

The two brothers looked at each other, both a little unwilling to give up. After struggling for a while, Grand Duke Nicholas asked cautiously: "Count, have you made a breakthrough recently? After all, the father has been paying attention to this case, and often writes to ask We can’t say nothing about the situation, can we?”

This is a good excuse. In fact, the fundamental purpose is to inquire about the progress of the case, or they want to know whether Count Rostovtsev has any latest discoveries. If they have something to say, they should make preparations earlier. They can't be like Peter Barek. He went to prison.

It must be said that Count Rostovtsev’s method of dealing with Peter Barek left Grand Duke Nicholas and Grand Duke Mikhail with lingering fears, because before Count Rostovtsev behaved like he didn’t hum or haw, as if he didn’t pay attention to that at all. case.

But in the blink of an eye, he found out all the deadly items of witnesses and evidence, and Peter Barek was slapped to death with a single slap, without any chance of turning over. Such a method is both covert and deadly, which makes Grand Duke Nicholas and Grand Duke Mikhail feel that they have to guard against it. If the unexpected Count Rostovtsev throws a king bomb again, then they will not say flattering Crown Prince Alexander , I'm afraid this flattery must be slapped on the horse's hoof.

Count Rostovtsev looked at Grand Duke Nicholas, his face was still calm and unmoved, and he was even a little confused, as if he felt that Grand Duke Nicholas asked a very stupid question.

He asked back: "Your Highness, I remember that I have informed you of the latest progress of the case every day? Could it be that my secretary was slack and forgot my order?"

Grand Duke Nicholas was speechless again. Naturally, he received the case report every day, but he didn't believe in that kind of thing at all, because there was no sign of it when Count Rostovtsev fucked Peter Barek. . But Peter Barek collapsed in the blink of an eye. Do you think that thing has credibility?

But Grand Duke Nicholas couldn't say clearly: "I don't believe the briefing you gave! Don't fool me with that stuff, I want something more real!"

If he really said that, it would be tantamount to openly questioning Count Rostovtsev, and the consequences would be serious. He wouldn't do it unless it was absolutely necessary.

As for Grand Duke Mikhail, his thoughts are actually similar. Although his willingness to curry favor with Crown Prince Alexander is stronger, he will not openly challenge Count Rostovtsev unless it is absolutely necessary.

So he looked at Count Rostovtsev and then at Grand Duke Nicholas, moved his lips but said nothing in the end.

And Grand Duke Nicholas was a little bit stuck, he smiled dryly to hide his guilt, and then said with a smile on his face: "You misunderstood, I have received a report on the case, but it is too brief, and many details are not clear... I mean... I mean it needs to be explained in more detail!"