Chapter 166 The Old Man Is Also Guilty

Of course, Nicholas I would definitely not trust Muraviyov. After all, although this man is capable, his liberal background is too obvious. For Nicholas I, courtiers may have no ability, but their position must not be problematic. Therefore, recalling Muraviyov is definitely not the main general, it is a backup option, or simply let him be the chief of staff or general of the main general.

I have to say that Nicholas I really had a good plan. He arranged for Muraviyov clearly, letting the old man help him with his life, and not letting the old man have the chance to make trouble. tsar.

It's just that for Muraviyov, this obvious arrangement doesn't please him so much. Because the old man is not actually a courtier who committed rebellion. On the contrary, he is full of enthusiasm for Russia and the Romanov family. He never thought of rebelling and it is impossible to rebel. He just hopes that his motherland will become more prosperous, stronger and better. That's all.

To put it bluntly, what Muraviyov can't understand is the behavior of those conservatives. He believes that continuing to let these conservatives be in power will only lead Russia to a dead end. Nicholas I saw another possibility.

It's a pity that Muraviyov never thought about the source of Nicholas I's power, or what is the pillar of Nicholas I's ability to secure the position of the Tsar. As the head of the conservative family, how crazy must he be to poach his own corner.

Obviously, in Nicholas I's view, opposing the conservatives was opposing himself, which is absolutely equable. Naturally, Muraviyov was a rebellious party for him.

It can only be said that Muraviyov is a little naive. Although he is inclined to reform, he has not understood the most basic point. It is unrealistic to expect Nicholas I or any tsar with vested interests to reform. Because this is contrary to the fundamental interests of the tsar, no one can be so enlightened.

Of course, due to the limitations of the times, it is difficult for Muraviev himself to figure out the reason, which is why he is so unhappy now. Probably because he still had a ten-thousandth hope before, because Nicholas I would give him a chance to show his abilities and let him display his talents.

It now appears that this is nothing more than a dream. Muraviyov is a pawn if he is exhausted. He can only be a cow and a horse, but he will never shine.

Muravyov sighed and said, "Forget it, forget it. I am destined to do so. What's the use of thinking so much! Your Excellency, what is the situation of the Wallachia garrison?"

Li Xiao actually complained a little bit for Muraviyov, aside from the aggressiveness of this old guy, there is no problem with his ability. Historically, during the Crimean War, he led the weak Far East Navy to play hide-and-seek with the United Kingdom, which saved the fleet itself, and his governance and development of the Far East was also considered extremely effective.

This is indeed a great character.

From Li Xiao's point of view, Muraviev's ability is not incapable of being alone. He just doesn't have enough qualifications and prestige, otherwise it would be a good choice to replace Paskovich or Duke Mikhail.

Now it seems that this possibility is unlikely. Muraviyov is more likely to be the commander of the army. Since Nicholas I sent him to Wallachia to inspect, he is very likely to be in charge of Wallachia. Part of the battle with Ya, it may even be Leonid's immediate boss.

After all, a little calculation shows that Leonid has more than 10,000 garrisons, which is roughly the strength of a division, and then add one or two divisions to form an army and let Muraviev command it, which is just right.

What? You ask if Leonid's background can't be the commander of this army? In terms of background, Leonid is enough, but his qualifications are indeed a bit unqualified, and he has just been promoted to a major general, which is already a bit out of line at his early thirties, and it is unlikely that he will be out of line to be an army commander. After all, Nicholas I still trusted veterans more from the bottom of his heart, and Muraviyov's qualifications and age were qualified, and his ability was nothing to say, so it was obviously more appropriate for him to be the army commander.

What Muravyov could think of, Li Xiao naturally also wanted it, so he introduced it very frankly: "The Russian army in Wallachia has about 10,000 people, organized into two brigades, temporarily led by Leonid Major General Gorchakov is in charge of the command. These garrisons have just been replaced with new rifles, and Major General Leonid’s ability and sense of responsibility are sufficient, and his combat effectiveness is still guaranteed.”

Muraviyov gave Li Xiao a playful look, and said with a light smile, "But what? Don't you usually say good things before you talk about problems? What's the problem with this group of troops?"

Li Xiao smiled awkwardly and said: "You're joking, of course there are no major problems. Governor Speranski and I have always attached great importance to this army and spared no effort to focus on construction. There are no major problems, but...but There may be something wrong with Major General Leonid himself..."

This answer was unexpected by Muraviyov, because before he thought it might be a problem with the troops themselves. After all, new weapons and new tactics were used. These have not been tested in actual combat. Maybe they are embroidered pillows and red paint. What about the toilet?

But Li Xiao told him that the army itself was fine, and that the problem was with the commander of the army, not to mention that the commander, as far as Muraviev knew, had a good ability and integrity, and he had a good relationship with someone and Count Speranski. It's irreversible again, it shouldn't be!

Li Xiao sighed and said: "If you only talk about personal ability, Major General Leonid is definitely the best among the younger generation of our army, but he...how should I put it? I don’t know how to be flexible, and sometimes I will die stubbornly in order to insist on the so-called chivalry and Christianity, which can drive you to death!”

Muraviyov was taken aback again, because Li Xiao's explanation surprised him again. Although he didn't know what stubbornness was, judging from Li Xiao's expression, he probably had been pissed off by Leonid before. . But he couldn't figure it out, isn't it a good thing to have chivalry and be religious?

"If a good thing goes to the extreme, it will turn into a bad thing!" Li Xiao sighed quietly, "and Leonid is such an extreme person. His chivalry is a bit sick. Sometimes he insists on chivalry. He doesn't even bother with sneak attacks, he just wants to face the enemy head-on, even if the enemy's strength is stronger than him, he still wants to face it head-on..."

Well, the corners of Muraviyov's mouth twitched, because he probably knew what kind of character Leonid was...