Struggle in Russia - v3 Chapter 846 Group to persuade (below)

Alexander II was taken aback by Kiselev's words. If the serfs were not stable, then Russia would have serious problems. After all, the cornerstone of Russia's survival now is the tens of thousands of serfs who were oppressed and exploited.

Once these serfs rebelled, Russia would be turned upside down. At that time, let alone the old-fashioned aristocrats, even the tsar with him would be ruined!

Let's put it this way, the former ministers suggested that Alexander II make concessions, then he really could not listen, but if the serfs rebelled, he had to listen.

"Are you sure!" Alexander II demanded sharply.

Kiselev nodded and replied without hesitation: "Yes, Your Majesty, I swear by the honor of the nobles, the current situation is extremely serious, and chaos may break out at any time!"

Alexander II swallowed and asked reluctantly, "Can't you think of a way? Or send an army to maintain order?"

It's just that he reacted as soon as the voice fell. Where can there be an army to maintain stability? Wallachia, Crimea and the Caucasus account for 75% of the total Russian army. In addition, we must pay attention to Poland. And Finland, let's put it this way, Russia's current military force is seriously hollowed out, and the vast hinterland is basically empty.

Alexander II sighed helplessly and replied reluctantly: "Prime Minister, even if we want to negotiate peace, the current conditions are absolutely unacceptable, the Black Sea Fleet and Moldavia and Wallachia must maintain their integrity! "

Nescherroddy was suddenly a headache, because if these problems could be solved, and if Britain and France could accept such conditions, why would they go all the way to help the Turks.

The most important thing for them is to punish Russia and interrupt the momentum of Russian expansion in the Black Sea and the Balkans. If you agree to such conditions, doesn't it mean that Russia has been spared?

Nesselroddie could only reply: "Your Majesty, Duke Alexander has already emphasized this several times. This is an ultimatum from Britain, France and Austria. They cannot offer better conditions. If we do not accept..."

Alexander II interjected: "We just won a victory in the Caucasus, this is a new bargaining chip, instruct Duke Alexander to talk to them again, and we will definitely be able to obtain better conditions!"

Nescherrodie has no opinion on this. He is eager to kick the ball to Duke Alexander to deal with. In fact, he deliberately mentioned Duke Alexander just now to give him eye drops, as long as Alexander II thinks that Duke Alexander did not try his best. If he strives for better conditions, or if he cannot obtain better conditions due to his limited ability, then it will be impossible for him to encroach on the position of foreign minister!

The Duke of Oldov knew that Nescherroddy had bad intentions as soon as he heard it, and he hurriedly interjected: "Your Majesty, according to the report of the spy, both Britain and France believe that the direction of the Caucasus and Persia will be affected even if Turkey is defeated. There is no need to pay special attention to the overall situation... I am afraid it is unrealistic to rely on this victory to obtain particularly favorable conditions!"

Seeing Alexander II frowning, he added: "And according to General Kornilov's report, it is very difficult for Sevastopol to continue to hold on. If the British and French forces launch a large-scale offensive again, he may only be able to Abandon Nangang District and withdraw the remaining troops to Beigang District..."

Alexander II looked at Duke Ordorf and then at Chernyshov, who could only bite the bullet and reply: "According to General Kornilov's report, the situation is indeed not optimistic... only However, the defense of Sevastopol is strong and should be trusted..."

These words did not make Alexander II much easier. Compared with Chernyshov, he believed in Duke Ordorf more, and Kornilov was not the kind of person who likes to make excuses. Since he said that the situation is tense, I am afraid that the situation on the battlefield is indeed very dangerous.

It's just that Alexander II really wanted to go wrong this time. Although the situation in Sevastopol was dangerous, it was not fatal. Even from the perspective of grassroots soldiers and officers, it is much easier than before.

What's going on?

The main reason is that although the coalition forces have an advantage, the soldiers have been dragged down after fighting for so long, and most people don't want to fight and want to go home. In short, the spirit of the coalition army is actually very problematic. Most of them start to be confused when they wake up. They either deal with errands perfunctorily, or they fly to a nearby tavern with a heart, and those who are short of money hope Watch the play, hunt and sleep.

In short, I am interested in doing anything but not wanting to fight!

This is the case with soldiers, and even more so with middle- and low-level officers. The officers are busy watching theatre, gambling, playing billiards and horse racing, and even many low-level officers have started small businesses~www.novelbuddy.com~ to sell them to European tourists who come to watch the game. Collected souvenirs such as Russian military medals, sabres, firearms and even uniforms.

Towards the end of January 1855, as news of the peace talks between the two sides spread widely, the soldiers of the two armies became more and more disgusted with the war, and the exchanges between the two sides became more frequent and friendly.

For example, Poprokofi Paderov, an orderly of General Golev, who was stationed near the Cholnaya River at the time, recalled: "As the days passed, we and the French troops stationed across the river became more and more Friendly. The officer told us to be polite to them. We usually walk to the river and throw them across the river, like crosses, coins or something, and then the French soldiers will throw us cigarettes, leather Bags, knives or money... One day the French soldiers started to visit us across the river, we drank and ate together and sang to each other. Then the visits became more and more frequent. Then the French soldiers took out some cards , with their names and troop numbers on it, inviting us to return to defense."

According to Paderlov's recollection, these French soldiers did not come back later, so he and some comrades decided to visit these French friends. After entering the French army camp, they were warmly welcomed and invited by French friends to the tent to drink rum together. Wine, the two sides unanimously noisy until late at night.

To be honest, this kind of harmonious and friendly scene will be difficult to see in future wars. As the war becomes more and more cruel, both sides of the war often regard each other as a monstrous beast, and they can't wait to get rid of it.

Of course, the grassroots soldiers can have a big party together, but the atmosphere is not so harmonious for the upper-level elites on both sides of the war. With Alexander II being persuaded, the real peace talks kicked off. The smoke and smoke on the diplomatic front Intrigue is getting more and more intense...