Struggle in Russia

Li Xiao seemed surprised and asked with concern: "What is it that makes His Royal Highness the Crown Prince so concerned? How about telling us? Maybe I can help you solve it? Even if I can't, the Governor is absolutely willing to help. ."

Friedrich I was a little moved by these words. He glanced at Alexey, then at Li Xiao, and thought to himself: Why is there such a big gap between people? Look at how nice and considerate His Excellency the Grand Duke is, yet he only knows how to threaten and blackmail you. It’s extremely vulgar!

It's just that Friedrich I didn't think Li Xiao could really help him. After all, Alexei's attitude was very clear just now and he made it clear that he didn't want to let Julian go. How could this be a good thing!

Li Xiao continued to comfort and enlighten: "Your Highness, what is it that makes you so embarrassed? How can I help you if you don't tell me?"

Frederick I suddenly became even more embarrassed, because he felt that this matter was really embarrassing and a complete joke. How could he be willing to expose his own ugliness with his pride? Naturally, he remained silent for a period of time.

It's just that Li Xiao didn't intend to let this guy say it. He knew the character of Friedrich I too well. He was a proud and arrogant young man who was very concerned about saving face, so he turned around after questioning him twice. asked Alexei.

The latter naturally wouldn't hide it, and immediately told the whole thing exactly, but when he explained it in detail, he had a clear feeling - as if Li Xiao was not surprised or surprised by this at all, It even seemed like he had known it for a long time.

This feeling was so sudden and weird that it made him feel like the whole thing was led and controlled by Li Xiao. However, on this occasion, he couldn't ask at all and could only keep his doubts in his heart.

"I see!"

Li Xiao pretended to sigh: "No wonder His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is in such a difficult situation!"

As he spoke, he deliberately paused, and sure enough, Frederick I's attention was completely attracted by him. Then he pretended to be thoughtful and embarrassed, which made Frederick I feel pinched. After a while, he said:

"I understand your concerns, Your Highness, and I think it is very regrettable that such a situation has occurred. I am personally very willing to believe in Miss Julian's character. She is very likely to be taken advantage of, and she is very likely to be innocent... …”

Alexey became anxious when he heard this. In his opinion, Julianne must not be let go. Otherwise, with the personality of Frederick I, he would definitely continue to be fascinated by this woman. This is not equivalent to placing a time bomb on Did he come to Friedrich I's side?

If this woman continues to cause trouble in the future, won't there be endless troubles? So how can you be soft-hearted at this time? This scourge must be eliminated!

"Andre, I think Miss Julianne's suspicion is very high. We must not let it go easily. We must investigate it to the end, otherwise..."

But his words were interrupted by Li Xiao: "My friend, you are making a fuss out of a molehill. She is just a weak woman. How could she be taken advantage of by the Austrians if she was not driven by greed for a while. With the lessons learned this time, she will surely There is a lot of vigilance, there is no need to make a fuss and shout to kill!”

Seeing that Alexey was unconvinced and wanted to speak, Li Xiao quickly continued: "And don't look at the monk's face or the Buddha's face. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is our close friend. He is willing to vouch for Miss Julianne. What else can't he do? What do you believe?"

Alexey was shocked because the Li Xiao in front of him was so unfamiliar to him. Someone would not be so easy to talk to before. Could it be that someone took the wrong medicine?

Just when Alexei was confused, Li Xiao said to Friedrich I very enthusiastically: "Your Highness, as your friend, I have to say something more. It's not that the count has trouble with you, nor is it strange. He is more serious, because the impact of this matter is really bad. If we hadn't discovered it early, your reputation and our friendship with Prince William would have been completely destroyed. At that time, how could I have the face to meet Prince William?"

"You should be more careful in the future, because not everyone values ​​friendship as much as the Governor and I do. There are some bastards and villains who are eager to take the opportunity to blackmail you and wait to see your jokes!"

Although these words were a lesson, Friedrich I for the first time did not find them harsh. Instead, he felt that everything Li Xiao said was reasonable. To be honest, he was really frightened. When he thought about the worst-case scenario, he felt weak in his waist and his legs were weak. He began to think that Russians were not so bad. At least some Russians were very cute.

However, he was still a little worried that the Russians would say one thing and do another: "So, is this a thing?"

"This matter is over now. I will teach those Austrians with ulterior motives a lesson and warn them not to harass you and Miss Julian again. However, I suggest that you arrange for Miss Julian to leave Wallachia as soon as possible. It is best to leave Europe temporarily. After all, you You still need to leave a good impression on Prince William, don’t you! I suggest you send her to travel to the United States, and it will be fine once the limelight passes."

Friedrich I was naturally very satisfied with this arrangement. Only then did he believe that the Russians did not mean any harm. It was just that he was a little cash-strapped. He suddenly turned red and was speechless.

Li Xiao seemed to have known for a long time that he had no money, and did not mention the money. Instead, he said: "Well, it is not appropriate for you to come to arrange Miss Julianne, and the impact will not be good if it spreads. Since the matter happened because of us, Then I will help you to the end. I will be responsible for Miss Julianne’s trip to the United States. You don’t need to worry about anything. How about I guarantee that you will be satisfied?”

Friedrich I was both grateful and excited, because what Li Xiao did made him so comfortable that he couldn't find a fault at all, especially his reserved way of speaking, which made him feel so comfortable. That's called aristocratic style, but as for a certain governor next to him, he was extremely vulgar!

Friedrich I left with constant thanks, but Alexei and Vishnyak in the room were confused and had no idea what kind of medicine Li Xiao was selling in the gourd.

"You just offered money to let them go? Are you a demon?"

Li Xiao sighed and said: "If you don't let him go, are you still detaining him and really investigating his espionage behavior? Then besides worsening the situation, what's the point of annoying Prince William?"

Alexey said anxiously: "Then we can't let him go! At least let him change his hostility towards us, at least get rid of Julianne, an unsafe and damaging factor! I don't believe that woman was temporarily confused or influenced by She is an insidious cousin!"