Struggle in Russia

Kornilov naturally saw that Alexander Benkendorf was asking him for help, and he only needed to think about it for a moment to know why. But he was a little hesitant, because after all, he actually agreed with Markov's opinion and felt that the reason why he fell into the current passivity was entirely Paskovich's fault.

Especially Markov's last words go straight to the core of Paskovich's problem. If Paskovich was just a little too presumptuous in starting the landing operation and formulating this plan, then he was trapped in a tight siege and knew that the enemy was so They were powerful but refused to retreat. They waited until Nicholas I issued an order before allowing the troops to retreat.

This is unbearable!

He felt that Markov was right. Paskovich was simply irresponsible. If he had even the slightest sense of responsibility, would he be like this now?

So now you ask him to help Alexander Benkendorf go down the stairs to criticize or accuse Markov against his will, he really can't do it.

But Kornilov also knew that if he didn't help, he might offend Paskovich and Alexander Benkendorf at the same time.

One of these two people is a military attache to the tsar. Although his position is not particularly prominent, his family connections are really strong. His ability to get things done may not be strong, but his ability to twist his mouth and tell bad things is second-to-none.

As for Paskovich, needless to say, is Nicholas I's "father" easy to mess with? Even though he seems to have annoyed Nicholas I this time, he will never be hurt. After a while, Nicholas I may forget this incident, and then Lao Qiu Ba will definitely become extremely terrifying again.

Especially considering this old guy's vengeful personality, the consequences of offending him will be serious!

Kornilov looked at Alexander Benkendorf, then at Paskovich, and finally at Markov who was in trouble. He is not a person who is afraid of trouble, but he really can't do it if he turns against Paskovich now. After all, he is now responsible for commanding the retreat, and a considerable part of Ineada's troops belong to Paskovich. His confidants were in command. Without the cooperation of these people, it would be difficult for him to take the Russian army out in one piece.

After pondering for a moment, Kornilov simply pretended not to see anything, neither responding to Alexander Benkendorf's request for help, nor joining Markov in condemning Paskovich.

This approach can't be said to be particularly good, but at least for the time being, people can't fault it too much. After all, he didn't express his position. Even if Markov had a personal PK with Paskovich, it had nothing to do with him. At least Paskovich couldn't find fault with him based on this.

And this makes it a little difficult for Alexander Benkendorf. Kornilov can remain silent and pretend to be deaf and dumb, but he can't!

You see over there Paskovich is blowing his beard and staring. What do you think we should do?

What's worse is that Markov is still staring at Paskovich like a dazed young man, with a completely unconvinced and helpless attitude.

If Paskovich doesn't teach him a lesson, he won't be able to get down the stairs, okay?

After a long while, Alexander Benkendorf sighed in his heart, but said: "Your Majesty, my task is to convey His Majesty's will, and I have completed this work. As for other things, Your Majesty has not given it to me. My relevant authority... If you are not satisfied with the performance of General Markov, you can report it to His Majesty and the Minister of War, or you can tell the person in charge of the battlefield. As for how to deal with General Markov, that is His Majesty, the Minister of Army and the battlefield It’s a matter of the actual person in charge…”

Alexander Benkendorf finally chose to play football, and he almost said it, telling Paskovich: Dad, it’s not that I don’t give you face, it’s that I don’t have the authority... If you I really want to deal with this kid Markov and tell His Majesty the truth! If it doesn't work, tell Kornilov! I really can't help you with this!

The ball was kicked away, but Paskovich was not led astray by him. Probably Lao Qiuba knew very well that Kornilov was unlikely to buy into him. After all, the two sides had been very unhappy before, and they were almost at odds with each other. Dislike.

In this case, it is entirely possible that Kornilov will not give face, not to mention that Paskovich is also the one who wants face.

It was already embarrassing enough to be dismissed by Nicholas I, but what was even more embarrassing was that his authority was handed over to the annoying Kornilov. You asked him to tell Kornilov to let him deal with Markov. Where does this put his old face?

Paskovich really couldn't afford to embarrass this person, so even though little Benkendorf had spoken thoroughly, he still insisted on clinging to him.

"No matter how much, I will naturally respond to His Majesty when I return to St. Petersburg! But this is not St. Petersburg, and I can't wait that long, not to mention that finding and solving problems is my style. As the imperial envoy sent by His Majesty, you represent His Majesty's Will, you have the authority to deal with some rat shit even if you are not the one in charge!”

This is simply unreasonable, or nonsense. It's just that it's so normal for Paskovich to do this, because that's the kind of person he is.

But Alexander Benkendorf was in pain. Even though Paskovich raised him very high, as if he was very dignified, he knew that this was Lao Qiuba's strategy to make him take advantage of the fire. Once this situation is over, do you think Lao Qiu Ba will still take him as a so-called imperial envoy seriously?

If he really foolishly goes up to give orders, it will be great fun. First of all, Kornilov is very likely to be unhappy and refuse to agree. After all, Markov is now his subordinate, and he was obviously biased towards Marko just now. On your husband's side, do you think he has any objections to your work?

Moreover, little Benkendorf knew very well that Nicholas I really just asked him to run errands. At most, he wanted him to see what Ineada was like. He definitely did not give him the authority to give orders, especially to give orders beyond Kornilov. power.

If he dared to intervene, Kornilov would only need to report the matter to Nicholas I, and then he, the second generation ancestor who relied on me to influence him to get to his current position, would probably be ruined.

Little Benkendorf was not stupid. He knew that he was not favored by Nicholas I at all. If he didn't know how to restrain himself and acted recklessly, he might even lose his job.

So even if he didn't want to offend Paskovich, he could only bite the bullet and reply: "To make His Majesty the Prince laugh, I am indeed just an errand boy and cannot represent His Majesty's will. If you really have any objections to this matter, I I can convey it to His Majesty for you, but the rest is beyond my control..."