Struggle in Russia

When it comes to spending money, Alexey has a headache, especially the money spent on bribery, which is not cheap. It is always a large expenditure of more than ten or two hundred thousand. To be honest, if it weren't for the fact that all the money was turned out to be material. Alexei really didn't want to pay for it.

After hesitating for a while, he asked: "How much will it cost?"

Li Xiao burst into laughter watching his stingy look, and it took him a while to return to normal: "No need to spend money, my friend! Your stingy look is so funny!"

Being called an Iron Rooster did not make Alexei feel embarrassed. He replied seriously: "You have to spend money everywhere, so why don't you use it sparingly?"

At this point, he frowned and sighed: "Andrei, although I think it is necessary to be careful, the money still has to be spent. Tell me the truth. What is the purpose of buying Matvey Semyonovich?" How much will it cost?”

Li Xiao was very touched. Everyone could see that Alexey was really troubled by financial problems, and he was willing to try any method that could save money. But it was so difficult. When he heard that he needed to spend money, he agreed without saying a word.

What is tacit cooperation? Absolutely!

Li Xiao put away his smile and replied seriously: "My friend, you really don't need to spend money!"

Alexey widened his eyes and asked in confusion: "Why? Didn't this kind of thing cost money in the past? And I don't think we can suppress Matvey Semyonovich. I know that guy It’s just that the rocks in the latrine are smelly and hard, and there’s no way to deal with them!”

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Now and then, my people have been keeping an eye on him for the past two years. I won't tell you everything about the little tricks he did in private, but at least they are very similar. With these, I Of course we can have a good chat with him!"

Alexey frowned again and reminded: "My friend, you know, I have never doubted your ability, but this matter makes me worried. Of course I know that you have a lot of evidence, but those Can things really have enough deterrent effect on Matvey Semyonovich?"

Li Xiao was not surprised that Alexei had doubts. This fully demonstrated Alexei's growth. In the past, he might have agreed without even thinking about it. That would certainly save some trouble, but what Li Xiao wanted was He is not a puppet who only obeys orders, but a helper who is good at independent thinking and solving problems on his own.

So he explained patiently: "Matvi Semyonovich is indeed difficult to deal with, but he is not without any handle. Of course, the things we have cannot kill him, but our purpose is not It’s not that we get rid of him... it’s easy to get rid of him, but what good will it do to us to have a new person in charge of the Third Division of Wallachia who is loyal to His Majesty?”

"you mean?"

Li Xiao did not answer the question directly, but continued to explain: "My purpose is to maintain the status quo and even give him some sweeteners. As long as he doesn't come to hinder us, we will continue to live in peace and he can continue to do his thing." A dirty and sinful business, and we will continue to complete the unfinished business in Wallachia. Everyone gets what they need, and no one bothers anyone. Wouldn't it be nice!"

Alexei remained skeptical: "Will he agree?"

Li Xiao smiled and said: "So I have to go out and convince him personally!"

Alexey smiled bitterly and said: "It seems that you are very confident. No matter what I say, you will try it, right?"

Li Xiao replied very seriously: "No, if you think this is inappropriate and don't agree with it, then I will not act without permission. I will give up the showdown with Matvey and wait for Valenov's investigation." Result. Although I don't think it's the best thing to do, if you insist, I will do it."

Alexey didn't expect Li Xiao's reply to be like this, because Li Xiao has always been very strong and will stick to what he wants to do, but why has it changed today?

"I haven't changed, my friend," Li Xiao replied with a smile. "In the past, there was only one way to go. Naturally, I could only persevere to the end. But today, it is obvious that we have more than one way to go, although in my opinion There are still advantages and disadvantages between the two paths, but I am not 100% sure that the one I choose will be better. In that case, why insist on going my own way?"

Alexey was stunned again. He didn't know that Li Xiao still had such considerations, but although the logic was good, it sounded a bit embarrassing. In a sense, Li Xiao admitted that he would respect the opinions of his partners only when their basic interests are consistent, otherwise he would not give in even half a step.

"You seem to be bothering my friend!" Li Xiao asked directly.

Alexey nodded and said, "Yes, a little bit. It feels like our opinions are dispensable."

"Your opinion is of course not optional. You are my closest and most important friend. Your interests are closely related to mine. I respect your interests at all times and try my best to ensure that our common interests are not harmed."

"So I will insist on some opinions, and I will also strongly oppose some opinions. If you are convinced, there is no problem. But if you are not convinced by me, then I will actively prove that my opinions are right. , and I will completely respect your right to choose. I will never act arbitrarily and arbitrarily. That is not my principle of conduct."

Alexey immediately blushed. He tried to say something, such as explaining that he completely trusted Li Xiao, but Li Xiao stopped him: "Of course I know that you trust me, and I am deeply grateful for your trust. No I can't do anything for your trust...and your selfless trust is particularly important to me and makes me grateful!"

Li Xiao's words not only dispelled Alexei's doubts, but also moved him. He felt that he had misunderstood Li Xiao. He wanted to say something, but Li Xiao just smiled and waved his hand and said: "Okay, I Friends, don’t say those disgusting words, we don’t need those between us, let us focus on the work at hand and do our own thing!”

After convincing Alexey, Li Xiao did not immediately go to Matvey Semyonovich for a showdown, because he knew that this was a difficult opponent. If he was not fully prepared, he would not win at all. Want to make him submit.

The first step of the so-called preparations is to severely crack down on Matvey Semyonovich's smuggling operation. Let's start with a shock.

There is another advantage to doing this, that is, it is better for Matvey Semyonovich to come to him than for him to come to find him personally. He can still gain some advantages in playing at home...

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