Chapter 168: Mingren Don't Say Secret Words (Part 2)

Li Xiao's calculation was actually very simple. If he wanted to change the commander of the Black Sea Fleet, it would definitely not be possible for him, Kornilov or Nasimov, not even Grand Duke Constantine.

It was Nicholas I who really had the power of life and death in this matter. He said bluntly that as long as this majesty is willing, he can change the head of the Black Sea Fleet in minutes.

But the problem was that Nicholas I was not willing. Berge was carefully selected by Nicholas I. Unless Berge made an unforgivable big mistake, it was impossible to replace him.

So if you want to get Berge away, the only way is to make Nicholas I change his mind, or let him change his view of Berge. As long as the tsar feels that Berge is incompetent, he must quickly change to a new leader. That's it!

So how to do this?

If it was normal, Li Xiao really couldn't do it, because he didn't have the ability and means to make a small report in front of Nicholas I, and even if he made a small report to someone, it would have the opposite effect. After all, he made Nicholas I His hatred was pulled firmly, Nicholas I would not listen to him even if that hatred was worth it.

But now the arrival of Muraviyov has changed things. Although the old man has basically figured out the real reason why Nicholas I sent him to Wallachia and the Black Sea region for inspection. But it is undeniable that his special envoy is not fake, and he does have the power to make small reports. If he said that someone did not do well or that the problem was serious, Nicholas I probably still wanted to listen.

This is the fundamental reason why Muraviyov told Li Xiao just now that you should stop pretending. The old man is not confused, Li Xiao has already said all the secret news about the Black Sea Fleet, is this normal?

Although everyone is a supporter of reform, it cannot be said that the relationship between the two parties is that good, and the most taboo thing at any time is to talk lightly, which is irresponsible to say it bluntly, okay?

But do you think Li Xiao is the kind of reckless and irresponsible person?

Anyway, Muraviyov doesn’t think so. Since Li Xiao is not such a person, but he is so shallow, the only possibility is that the drunkard’s intention is not to drink, or that he can only talk if he wants something. On the one hand, understanding caused unnecessary misunderstandings.

People like Muraviyov guessed Li Xiao's thoughts in an instant, hoping that he would speak ill of Berge in front of Nicholas I and try to get him away.

To be honest, Muraviyov thinks that Li Xiao is really too smart, he can come up with a feasible strategy in the blink of an eye, he is indeed a character!

But admiration is admiration,

But the old man didn't agree with his opinion, the old man replied very sincerely: "It doesn't make much sense for me to say bad things about Berge, Your Majesty really might not believe it!"

Li Xiao actually knew this, because Muraviyov's identity was indeed a bit embarrassing. Who let the old man be labeled as a liberal or a reformist?

Nicholas I's distrust of the reformers is well known, so generally he would not believe the bad things the reformers said about the conservatives. Especially the pawns that he specially set up like Berge, do you think this can be overthrown by the reformist Muravyov with a single word?

"I naturally know that His Majesty doesn't particularly trust you? So your report is on the one hand, and on the other hand I will make arrangements!"

Muraviyov glanced at Li Xiao. Although the other party didn't explain what the arrangement was, he knew that he must be trying to frame Berge. As long as Berge himself made a mistake or exposed a scandal, then cooperate with his report and say Might be really useful.

It's just that the old man always felt a little awkward doing this, not that he had a moral cleanliness freak and disdained routine Berge, and he was not a saint like Leonid, not a saint. What's more, the power struggle between reformists and conservatives has always been full of tricks. It's not that the conservatives have never done similar things. inappropriate.

What really made Muraviyov feel uneasy was that he felt that whether it was setting up a trap or catching a scandal, how could it be so easy?

Even if a boss of Berge's level does some shady things secretly, he will not have no precautions. I am afraid that white gloves and various cover-ups will emerge one after another. How could it be so easy to catch his tail in this eagerness.

If the operation failed and Berge became conscious, and even found out that Kornilov and Nasimov were planning to rape him, it would not be a big loss.

Muraviyov felt that the most important thing in wanting to bring down Berge was to be surprised. Once the guy was on guard, he would really suffer from it instead of killing him. Therefore, he was more inclined to secretly and carefully collect Berge's handles, and once he had a major breakthrough, he immediately shot and killed him without giving him a chance to fight back.

"You are right in saying that," Li Xiao sighed, and said with a wry smile, "but time is waiting for me! It's not that you haven't seen the current situation, how can you have so much time to slowly investigate and collect evidence! And you, the special envoy, You can’t stay in Wallachia all the time, after this village, there will be no such shop!”

Muraviyov also sighed at these words. He knew that what Li Xiao said was right. The only chance for them to bring down Berge was to use the opportunity when he was still a special envoy. Once his inspection mission was over Or Nicholas I no longer secretly appointed him as the army commander, then it would be impossible to deal with Berge.

"Must it be done now?" the old man asked with a sigh.

Li Xiao nodded and said, "There is only such an opportunity, don't miss it!"

The old man let out another breath, and said slowly: "Then what do you want me to do?"

Hearing what Muraviyov said, Li Xiao's heart fell back into his stomach. As long as the old man agrees to do it, it will be easy to talk about!

He immediately replied: "Of course I hope you will go to Sevastopol for inspection as soon as possible. General Kornilov and General Nasimov will naturally cooperate with you when you arrive there. In addition..."

Speaking of this, Li Xiao hesitated, as if he couldn't make up his mind about something, Muraviev asked eagerly, "Is there something wrong?"

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Actually, asking you to make a small report is really not very effective. If your deputy envoy can also take the initiative to make a small report on Berge, then things will be much easier?"

"That little boy?!" Muraviyov was startled at first, and then blurted out: "Why do you have such an idea? Don't you know where he came from? He's from the Bobulinski family!"