Struggle in Russia

Grand Duke Constantine's indignant look is really a bit deceptive, at least that's what it looks like. If you don't really understand him, you might be fooled.

It's just that Li Xiao and Duke Vorontsov on the scene are both good people, and Grand Duke Constantine's acting skills can't fool them at all.

Duke Vorontsov smiled slightly, not being irritated at all, and said slowly: "I disappoint His Highness, but I have already told you, Your Highness, that I have already retired. These things are really beyond the scope of my ability. It’s because I can’t take care of it and I don’t want to take care of it!”

In just one sentence, Grand Duke Constantine was filled with indignation and retorted. What can you do if he doesn't accept your aggressive tactics?

Anyway, Li Xiao was secretly amused after hearing this. He wanted to see what Grand Duke Constantine would do when faced with such an inexperienced old fox.

But based on his understanding of Grand Duke Constantine, this man probably has nothing to do, and he might even break up with Duke Vorontsov.

Thinking of this, he glanced at Viscount Prozolov on the other side without leaving any trace. He was the only one who could stop Grand Duke Constantine from doing bad things at the moment.

Viscount Prozolov didn't notice Li Xiao's little move. All his energy was on the side of Grand Duke Constantine and Duke Vorontsov. Especially after Grand Duke Konstantin became "filled with righteous indignation", he became even more nervous, for fear of Things got messed up again.

It should be said that Li Xiao's judgment and Viscount Prozolov's concerns are very reasonable, because Grand Duke Constantine is such an unreliable master. It is okay to let him "suffer his anger" for a while, but once things develop not as he expected, , then it would only take a minute for him to fall out.

"Duke, aren't you worried about the current situation at all?"

Archduke Constantine's tone changed significantly, from being full of expectation and a bit urgent to being full of questioning.

However, Duke Vorontsov was unmoved. He smiled faintly and said: "That's what you young people should worry about. An old man like me no longer has the energy!"

Grand Duke Constantine's face turned green and white, changing back and forth two or three times. It seemed that he had reached the limit of his endurance. He snorted heavily and was about to fall out. Fortunately, Viscount Prozolov kept staring at him. Seeing that something bad was about to happen, he quickly interrupted and said:

"Your Highness, since His Excellency the Duke has limited energy, you'd better be more considerate. After all, His Excellency the Duke is not in good health as he is old... Besides, Your Excellency the Duke didn't say that he doesn't care at all. I think you should get things done first. Okay. As a result, maybe His Excellency the Duke will change his mind?"

Grand Duke Konstantin looked at Viscount Prozolov. To be honest, he really wanted to fall out and teach Duke Vorontsov a lesson, not only because the other party rejected him, but also because of the other party's attitude in speaking. The attitude of relying on the old and selling the old made him very unhappy.

But Viscount Prozolov had sounded the alarm to him before, reminding him not to be impatient and not to disobey advice. If he vented his anger on Duke Vorontsov and let this dog-headed military advisor run away in anger, where would he go to cry?

He took a deep breath to suppress the anger boiling in his chest and replied: "Since you said that, it's because I was rude. Maybe the Duke is indeed old, not only lacks energy but also a little confused. I I thought that His Excellency the Duke had far-sightedness, wisdom and reliability, but I was mistaken!"

Good guy, Viscount Prozolov was so anxious about this that he even reminded Grand Duke Constantine to stab him a few more times. If he didn't stop this guy, he wouldn't be able to stop him!

Fortunately, Duke Vorontsov was not angry, at least he didn't look angry at all. After beating him a few times, he took Li Xiao and left. At this time, Grand Duke Constantine showed his true face.

He asked Viscount Prozolov angrily: "Why did you stop me just now? Why didn't you let me show that old man some color!"

Viscount Prozolov advised earnestly: "Your Highness, you don't have many supporters now, especially for a meritorious veteran like Duke Vorontsov, there are even fewer who support you... Although his words are somewhat It doesn’t sound good, but it seems like we should still remain neutral, so there’s no need to force him to the enemy’s side at this time!”

Grand Duke Constantine still said angrily: "Did he just not listen to what he said? Didn't you see his attitude of relying on his old age and showing off to him? He also pretended to be crazy and stupid with me. What the hell!"

Viscount Prozolov smiled bitterly and said: "Even so, Your Highness, it is not appropriate for you to have a head-on conflict with him. It is meaningless!"

Grand Duke Constantine snorted again, looking still grudged and angry. Viscount Prozolov could only continue to persuade: "The last thing you need now is to make enemies, especially an old man like Duke Vorontsov." Qualifications, and you must not offend him. Maybe he can't be of much help, but he can ruin your good deeds with just one word!"

"Please be patient for the time being, write down this account, and deal with him slowly when you have the opportunity in the future. There is no need to rush!"

Only then did Grand Duke Constantine endure it, but he still rambled: "What you said makes some sense, but look at that old guy taking such good care of that bastard Andre, do you think he is deliberately going against me? !”

The word bastard made Viscount Prozolov unhappy for a while. After all, he was also the son of Li Xiao's cheap father. If Li Xiao was considered a bastard, wouldn't he also be considered a bastard?

It can only be said that Grand Duke Constantine is a brainless person, and he has no control over his words. He has no clue what he can and cannot say.

Fortunately, Viscount Prozolov had long been accustomed to this personality and did not pay special attention to it. He lowered his hand and replied: "I personally think that Duke Vorontsov suddenly took care of Grand Duke Andrei so much because he was deliberately angry with His Majesty. In comparison, He has even greater grievances against His Majesty!"

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Grand Duke Constantine nodded slowly. This was the answer he liked to hear. He wished that all civil and military officials in the court would not deal with Alexander II. Otherwise, where would he get the chance?

However, Viscount Prozolov immediately said: "I originally thought I could use his resentment towards His Majesty to win him over, but now it seems that he is quite sophisticated and is an out-and-out old fox!"...

Grand Duke Constantine exclaimed and asked: "Why do you see that? I think he is just relying on his old age to show off his old age..."

Viscount Prozolov shook his head and said: "That's just his disguise. I think he has a clear mind and has made decisions on all aspects of affairs, such as the Serfdom Reform Committee. I don't think he approves of you. Judgment of Count Rostovtsev..."