Struggle in Russia

Alexander was a little disappointed. He hoped that Leonid would admit his mistakes to him rather than report to him. Besides, he already knew the gossip about the British docks, and he was severely reprimanded by his old father not long ago, which made him lose face. To be honest, he didn't want to talk about it because it had already been dealt with.

But since Leonid started, he doesn't mind using this topic to give the other party a step down. He thinks that Leonid deliberately found a topic to get close to him again, probably because this guy is too thin-skinned and too young to protect him. A little childish self-esteem.

"Oh, I've also heard about it," Alexander replied calmly, "How do you think these damn rumors should be eliminated?"

Sometimes Leonid is actually very similar to Boris, simple and straightforward, he just wants to be a qualified and loyal courtier, so he didn't realize Alexander's real thoughts at all, but directly clarified his point of view:

"First of all, those corrupt officers of the 748th Regiment should be punished. Their incompetence and greed are simply appalling. Our army must not condone such a trend, and we must make an example!"

Alexander frowned, obviously not liking the suggestion, but he still kept listening patiently: "And then?"

"Secondly, severely track down the relevant responsible persons, and punish those who provide protection for corruption. It is best to carry out disciplinary actions throughout the army to eliminate a group of corrupt and incompetent mediocre people to make an example to others, so that those who are eager to try The guy keeps his dirty hands!"

Alexander's complexion became ugly, and he didn't like this suggestion even more. He knew very well who the so-called protective umbrella was. If the cover was lifted, not only he but also his father would be disgraced.

But Leonid did not notice Alexander's change of mood. He always believed that his friend and the future prince were just deceived by villains. As long as you help him see the truth, he will declare war on the dark forces, rectify the root cause, and make things right, and then everything will return to the right path and become better.

The ridiculously naive Leonid became more and more excited as he spoke, and he quickly made a third suggestion: "Grand Duke Andrei Konstantinovich should be acquitted. The Grand Duke did nothing wrong , even in my opinion he should be commended, not everyone can be like him..."

"enough!"

Alexander yelled angrily, his face was flushed and he didn't want to slap him. He couldn't believe that Leonid praised someone. Was this a blatant slap in the face?

"Sir! I wasted precious time to see you, hoping that you can give valuable suggestions. Not to listen to your nonsense, let alone to listen to your purpose for humiliating me and my father's despicable villains!"

"As my friend, as a courtier of the empire, do you still have any stance! You choose to tolerate these groundless and groundless rumors? This is Chi Guoguo's betrayal! It's a betrayal!"

Alexander waved his arms and shouted: "The rumormongers should be punished decisively and let them know the price of spreading rumors. And that Andrei Konstantinovich is so bad to the bone, this guy must be severely punished!"

"We must let all of Russia, no! We must let all of Europe see our determination. We will eliminate rumors, eliminate all despicable people who spread rumors and rumors, and let them know that the dignity of the Romanov family cannot be desecrated!"

Leonid was stunned. He couldn't believe that these words were spoken by his friend and the crown prince who always flaunted morality and law. His mind was buzzing, and his body trembled slightly involuntarily, feeling extremely desperate and painful.

After a long time, Leonid felt hopeless and disheartened. He sighed heavily, sent some newspapers to Alexander, and said very seriously:

"The so-called rumors you mentioned have already spread throughout Europe. Are you going to declare war on the whole of Europe?"

Alexander looked at Leonid inexplicably,

Suspiciously took over the several newspapers, namely "The Times", "Manchester Guardian", "France", "Study" and "French Courier".

Alexander just glanced at the front page and felt dizzy. Thrilling headlines such as "The Shocking Scandal of the Russian Army" and "The Record of Corruption in the Russian Army" came one after another. He didn't need to read the content to know what would be written here.

Alexander felt that his brain was not enough. Didn't the scandal of the 748 regiment spread in St. Petersburg just now? According to the general law, it didn't spread to France and England so quickly, did it? But why are the dates in these newspapers at least a week ago? right?

Are the newspapers fake?

This absurd idea was quickly rejected by Alexander. Although his relationship with Leonid was very stiff now, he knew that Leonid's conduct was beyond reproach, and sometimes he was a bit too upright.

Alexander asked gloomily, "Where do these newspapers come from?"

"Some were brought into our country by British and French diplomats, and some were brought back from abroad."

This answer made Alexander embarrassed again. The reason is simple. According to the order of Nicholas I, all newspapers and books brought back from abroad by Russian citizens, regardless of their status, must be reviewed by the third department, and only those that are harmless to Russia are allowed to enter.

Obviously, this order has existed in name only. For a few rubles, the gendarmes of the third department will turn a blind eye and hold their hands high.

Alexander was angry and anxious. According to the date of publication of the newspaper, relevant news had been circulated abroad more than ten days ago. What's the use of blocking the news in China now? Deception?

It is conceivable that once Nicholas I ordered to cover the lid and repair a certain grand duke, both he and Nicholas I would become the laughing stock of the whole of Europe. Everyone will laugh at their father and son, and by the way, smear Russia again. At that time, the international image of their father and son and Russia is really unacceptable.

"Damn it! How could this happen!" Alexander cursed frantically, "It must be that bastard, he must have done it! He should be hanged!"

That's all Alexander yelled. If he really killed someone at this moment, the scandal about their father and son would intensify, let alone end.

"The most urgent thing is to eliminate the influence!" Alexander muttered to himself, "Damn it, Aldorf must be stopped!"

After yelling this sentence, Alexander didn't care about saying anything more to Leonid, and rushed out of the office like flying to report the situation to Nicholas I. And Leonid, the only thing in his eyes was disappointment...