Struggle in Russia

Nicholas I ignored Count Uvarov, and the latter also realized that something was wrong. He knew that his little thoughts were seen through by Nicholas I. This was very bad!

So at this moment, of course he didn't dare to commit crimes and continue to argue with Nicholas I. In that case, Nicholas I might really get angry and lose any face.

Yes, he has realized that Nicholas I just saved him face. If Nicholas I directly pointed out the matter regardless, then he would not only be embarrassed, but also have all kinds of big hats slapped on him. A blow to reputation is fatal.

Now that he had realized this, he naturally did not dare to obey Nicholas I's orders. If he did, it would be asking for trouble and destruction. He was not that stupid.

So the conscription of soldiers was decided, and everyone realized that Nicholas I's will was unshakable. In order to win this war, he could risk his own money, and his eyes were red with gambling.

"The newly recruited soldiers must be strengthened in training, so that they can master combat skills as soon as possible, and temporarily let them be stationed where they are responsible for garrison duties."

After a slight delay, Nicholas I continued to order: "Deploy garrison troops and reserve troops from various places to rush to Crimea. The number of troops should not be less than 100,000, and preferably reach 150,000!"

It was obvious that Nicholas I recognized Count Rostovtsev's opinion and believed that the future direction of Crimea was very critical, so he sent all the troops he could mobilize there in one go.

He felt that even if there were only 100,000 reinforcements, plus the Black Sea Fleet and the local militia, they could probably stop the British, French and Turkish coalition forces.

Chernyshev glanced at Count Uvarov again, and saw that the latter kept his mouth shut. Knowing that there was no room for redemption in this matter, he could only accept the order dejectedly, thinking in his mind But this time he was bleeding heavily.

It was said that the matter had been resolved and the imperial meeting could be ended, but no one expected that the last words of Crown Prince Alexander would set off another wave of waves.

I saw the crown prince saying: "Father, it is very necessary to increase the number of more than 100,000 troops to assist Crimea, but I think there is still a problem that needs to be solved urgently!"

Nicholas I asked in confusion: "What's the problem?"

"Who will command the battle in the direction of Crimea?" Crown Prince Alexander asked. "Although the father has assigned Prince Paskovich and Duke Mikhail to take charge of the battle against Turkey, Wallachia and After all, Crimea is far away, and Prince Mikhail cannot take care of both ends, so who will be in charge of commanding the battle in Stopol beyond Seiyu?"

This is indeed a big problem. In fact, Nicholas I forgot about this matter. Because he subconsciously believed that Kornilov and Nakhimov were in charge of the command over Sevastopol, and that all he had to do was send them reinforcements.

But when Crown Prince Alexander mentioned this, he also reacted. Although Kornilov and Nakhimov had performed well before, this time they commanded hundreds of thousands of troops to fight fiercely with the enemy. Such a huge scene made the two salty ducks Responsible, this feels a bit sloppy!

Immediately Nicholas I hesitated. If Kornilov was not to be commanded, then who should be sent?

There are only a few veteran generals who can make good use of them now. Duke Paskovich and Mikhail can't get away with it in Wallachia, and he doesn't particularly trust Duke Vorontsov. After all, he is pro-British. Pie, who else is there?

Anyway, Nicholas I was worried about handing over hundreds of thousands of troops to those guys who were still young and hairless. Even a young general like Baryatinsky who had won several battles, Nicholas I couldn't trust him.

He only trusts those proven veterans who have worked with him for many years, but unfortunately there are fewer and fewer of these veterans.

He raised his head and asked Crown Prince Alexander: "What suggestions do you have?"

Crown Prince Alexander didn't know that his father had actually sentenced Baryatinsky to death in his heart. He thought he could give his confidant a good chance to show his face!

He immediately said: "I think Duke Baryatinsky is very suitable. He is brave, loyal and reliable..."

He was speaking enthusiastically, but Nicholas I's expression changed. He looked at his son speechlessly, not knowing what to say.

After a while, he turned around and asked Chernyshev: "What's your opinion? As the Minister of War, you should be the most familiar with the army generals."

Chernyshov looked at the ball kicked by Nicholas I and was speechless for a long time. How could he not see that Nicholas I did not actually trust Baryatinsky, otherwise he could ask him directly what he meant?

What he, the Minister of War, means is not important at all. Look at how embarrassed he has been recently. He has been denied advice several times. If Nicholas I really cared about his opinion, what would be the point?

Obviously, he was the shield used by Nicholas I to deal with Crown Prince Alexander. Nicholas I probably hoped that he would stand up and deny Baryatinsky. As long as he made this move, His Majesty the Emperor would be in trouble.

The problem is that Chernyshov is feeling miserable! He wanted to please Nicholas I but was unwilling to offend Crown Prince Alexander. The latter is the crown prince after all, so he has to give him some face no matter what. Especially when Crown Prince Alexander looks at him with hope, tell him how he can be embarrassed to refuse.

But he really has to answer this question. Who made him the Minister of War? If you, as the Minister of War, cannot even recommend a suitable general, then what qualifications do you have to be the Minister of the Army?

After struggling for a long time, he replied hesitantly: "It is true that Duke Baryatinsky is brave, capable, loyal and reliable as His Highness said, but he now has other tasks, and a hasty change of commanders may lead to accidents."

After swallowing hard, he continued: "I think it is more appropriate to select another veteran to take full charge of the Crimean War."

Well, this is also difficult for Chernyshev. It is rare to think of such an excuse in a hurry. It's just that his words may not make Crown Prince Alexander happy. After all, the latter is determined to win.

Sure enough, Crown Prince Alexander became unhappy immediately. Although he didn't say anything, his face was quite ugly, as if a baby was unhappy and angry.

But his unhappiness could not affect the overall situation, because Nicholas I quickly followed Chernyshev's words and said: "That's right! It is more appropriate to send a loyal and reliable veteran to lead the overall situation. Who do you think is the best?" Is it appropriate?"