I'm playing whack-a-mole in Siberia

Chapter 7
  After deciding to go to France, Anna began to pack the luggage of Ekaterina and George.

The family does have a lot of luggage. Ekaterina packed more than a dozen large boxes with only clothes. George’s things were mainly toys and various gifts, most of which were made of gold and inlaid with various inlays. Expensive gems are all royal items, and each one has a story. If you take any one out, you can probably sell it for a lot of money.

George didn't care about toys, he cared more about books. The Winter Palace had a huge study room, which was privately owned by the Tsar. If possible, George would like to take away all the books in the study room.

"No, no, no, noble Duke, you can't do this, your Majesty will kill me -" Andre, who was in charge of managing the study, was frightened by George. George asked Andre to pack all the books in the study. If you don't take advantage of it, you won't take advantage of it.

Alexander was not a person who loved to learn. All he needed was a fishing rod. These books were a waste if left to Alexander and could only gather dust in the study. It was better to let George take them away and play a real role.

George's plan is not only to exercise, but also to study. Even if he doesn't read all of these books, it would be good to put them in the study room for storage.

In his previous life, George was too poor to have his own private study.

I actually have the opportunity to have a private library in this life. This is by far the biggest benefit after time travel.

"The books here are all backed up, don't tell me not. If not, just copy it for me yourself." George's arrogant look was in line with the level expected of a 9-year-old Duke.

"Oh my god, how is this possible? I'm so exhausted that I can't finish copying." Andre was about to cry, and he really squeezed out two tears.

"As long as you can do it, I won't treat you badly." George was generous, and he had a solid gold pocket watch inlaid with diamonds.

Andre was stunned. Gold watches were not cheap, let alone encrusted with diamonds.

The value of this gold watch is roughly equivalent to Andre's two years' income.

For just a gold watch, you can get a private library, and George thinks this is a good deal.

Unexpectedly, just an hour later, the gold watch appeared on Alexander's desk.

"I know this watch. It was a custom-made Christmas gift from my father last year. It is a high-end watch from Switzerland and is expensive. This watch is the most beautiful and more expensive than everyone else. Nicholas wanted it, but his father gave it to him. You, you gave it away so casually, your behavior——" Alexander thought for a long time but couldn't find a suitable description, and finally could only smile bitterly: "——It's very Romanov."

Alexander was working hard to become a proper Tsar, and the Empire needed him to do so.

It is not until Alexander became a tsar that he realized how much trouble the tsar was in.

The world was not peaceful in 1881, and Russia's international situation became increasingly severe.

Not to mention domestically, the assassination of Ya Er fully proves that the contradictions between various classes in Russia have reached an irreconcilable level.

Alexander's ascension to the throne can be described as an appointment at a critical moment. The precarious Russian Empire needed a Tsar like Peter the Great to turn the tide. Alexander did not have much confidence.

When the book is used, it becomes less regretful. Thinking about the time he wasted in the learning stage and the ridiculous things he did, Alexander regretted it.

The problems of the empire are the responsibility of the Tsar and have nothing to do with other grand dukes. Therefore, when Alexander could not sleep at night, the Russian grand dukes not only failed to provide help to Alexander, but also indulged in fun and sex. This was The greatest irony of the empire.

We spend tens of millions of rubles a year, but we raise such a bunch of moths. The saddest thing is that these worms are his uncles, brothers, cousins, and various familiar and unfamiliar relatives. Various forces are so intertwined that they affect the whole body, so much so that Alexander doesn’t know what to do if he wants to solve these problems. Where to start.

In the midst of the chaos, it was not so outrageous that George gave away the Tsar's gifts casually.

In particular, George used a gift from the Czar in exchange for a private library, which is even more rare in Russia today and is simply sober in the world.

"I'm worried that after I go to France, I won't have the learning environment of St. Petersburg, so I want to prepare a study room for myself." George tried hard to find suitable reasons for his behavior, hoping that Alexander would be reasonable.

No matter what, it is never wrong to love learning.

No matter what, George was Alexander's brother, at least not an enemy.

"Wouldn't it be nice to be a qualified gourmet like Pavel?" Alexander suddenly became interested in chatting and regarded George as a rare communication partner.

The Tsar was powerful and aloof, but at the same time he was lonely. No one could understand the Tsar's pain.

You have become a tsar, why do you still suffer?
  It can only be said that the joys and sorrows of human beings are not the same. Now Alexander finally understands why Ya Er went to France to experience the life of ordinary people whenever he had time.

Pavel is the fourth son of Ya Er and the fourth brother of George. He currently lives in Paris. He is a famous dance fan, theater lover and gourmet. The women around him are the same as the clothes on his body, which are never repeated.

"I don't want to be a gourmet, I just want to learn better and contribute to the empire when I grow up." Among countless answers, George chose the one he thought was most suitable. The correct one could never be correct again.

"You are right to think so. Although your surname is Yurievsky, you are a man of the Romanov family, so you should bear the responsibilities of a member of the Romanov family and become the patron saint of Russia -" George The words really touched Alexander's heart. Alexander became excited instantly, patted George on the shoulder and laughed, feeling very comforted.

Finally, someone like me puts the country first. The feeling of no longer being alone almost brought tears to Alexander's eyes. Although George is still young, as long as he has this ambition, everything is possible.

Thinking of this, Alexander looked at George differently again.

"I'm very happy that you have such an ambition. Don't go to France. Stay in St. Petersburg. I will provide you with the best learning environment. As long as Nicholas has it, you will have it too." Alexander is worrying about what to do these days. Supervise Nicholas to study.

After Alexander ascends the throne, Nicholas will officially become the crown prince, and Alexander will have stricter requirements for Nicholas.

Nicholas is now 13 years old, a rebellious boy who is not afraid of anything. Alexander is busy with state affairs. Maria is bent on imitating Catherine the Great and neglecting Nicholas's education. If George, who is diligent, studious and has lofty ideals, can be released, Being by Nikolai's side and studying with Nikolai may bring some changes to Nikolai.

Even if he refuses to change despite repeated admonitions, let George and Nicholas have more contact and continue to deepen their relationship. In a few decades, when Nicholas becomes the tsar, George will become Nicholas' best assistant.

Alexander, who felt powerless in the face of reality, took precautions.

George was shocked and finally understood what "too much" means "too much".

(End of this chapter)