Solovyov in Tsarist Russia 1796

Jerome Bonaparte was chatting with people in Martinique, and he heard some rumors, so he left the fleet and came to Baltimore under an alias.

As for this behavior, the original intention was actually very simple. He wanted to return to France.

Before, when Britain and France were still at peace, he caused trouble and hit the British patrol ship. It was an unintentional mistake, but this time, he just wanted to make something for himself, and then find an excuse to return to Paris.

In comparison, Jerome is even more worrying than Pauline. Because Pauline is a woman, and her request is just to live a happy life, the scandal she created only embarrassed her family.

The greatest positive effect of Jerome's life is to pass on the family bloodline through the sons he and his two wives had, especially the marriage after returning to Europe, which ensured that the Napoleon family always had Bonaparte covetous people, although there was also a problem, that is, France is a republic, and there is no throne they are fighting for.

In addition, Jerome, who devoted his life to setting traps for his second brother, played a role only once in his life. On the eve of the Battle of Waterloo, he learned about the movements of the British and Prussian armies through the waiter of the restaurant, especially in the Battle of Ligny on June 16, 1815, the Prussian army was not completely defeated and could return to the main battlefield at any time.

Perhaps he was unreliable all his life and had set traps for Napoleon too many times, so this one was not adopted.

In addition, there were always traitors in the French army at this stage, which eventually led to a complete failure.

But none of this has happened now, and Jerome is indulging in his happy newlywed life with his American wife.

What is the specialty of the South of the United States? They always fantasize that other people who do this business are the same as them.

But in 1804, the people here were still simple and honest, without so many twists and turns as in the 21st century. By the way, they also believed that cotton planting in other countries was "forced labor" just like what they did in the past.

It is true that Solovyov is Russian, but when an American suggested that he buy a loyal black man as a slave, he resisted in his heart.

"The black slaves bought by our emperor are raised as his sons, and Admiral Hannibal has made many contributions to our country, which cannot be compared with these things in your United States!"

"Man, what's wrong with you? When we talk about many issues, I think you can understand that we Americans yearn for freedom."

"Does it also include the freedom of black slaves?"

The large-scale retaliation in Haiti was purely due to Dessalines' lack of education. His dog-headed military advisor was struck by lightning when he was young, which was somewhat abnormal.

This person is still easy to get along with. If you give him enough money, he can stand on your side and speak.

As for the black slaves in the United States, after they gained freedom, some people in the north still lived a good life, but in the south, this slavery system will continue to exist for a long time. After abolishing it, there will still be racial discrimination, and then there will be chaos.

After all, it's not good. If he really buys people, he will restore their freedom.

Of course, this is somewhat outrageous for old Dixie in the southern United States.

However, Solovyov still cannot appreciate the United States from any perspective, just like he hates serfdom.

Perhaps the fastest way to fix the bug is for a black slave who has saved some money to run to Russia, buy serfs and become their master, and then release all the serfs, so that the problem can be solved quickly.

"But you should also go and see it."

"Like Delos. You Americans are really lacking in culture. When I was in Paris, I heard that your American president actually published a paper proving that a fossil was an ancient crocodile? I think I should understand the anatomical structure of fossils, maybe it's something else. Anyway, the French are very happy."

"Then Delos is a slave market, I know that."

"Okay, I can't refuse your invitation, I have to go and see it now. But if all black people are free, maybe the work efficiency can be higher. This is just my personal opinion."

After all, when Count Stroganov and his son were preparing to improve the treatment of serfs, he also agreed with this approach.

As for these black guys, they stood on the stage and could indeed feel that there were many tall and strong people.

The cost of these slave traders is that they didn't even let the blacks die on the road. The plantations in the southern United States and the Caribbean can be sold. This is a profitable business.

As for how many people will be fed to the fish in the middle, the slave traders will not care. They are not even as good as the slave traders in Rome.

As for this industrial chain, when it comes to Port-au-Prince, the governor of Haiti, Mr. Dessalines, also talked about how he learned military experience.

It was learned from two slave girls from Dahomey. It is modern Benin, not ancient Benin. The black tribes in that place are somewhat too warlike.

And the entire West African coast, many places, until the 19th century, were still trafficking in blacks on a large scale because of plantations in the southern United States, the Caribbean, and Portugal's Brazilian colonies. There were people of all ages.

As for what you see in the slave market, it is probably a wooden display stand with half-clothed black people on it. After all, these "goods" still need to be inspected.

Solovyov was equally opposed to serfdom and slavery, which would lead to low production efficiency and hinder social development.

Forget about the ownership of the means of production and ideology. Such systems should be thrown into the garbage heap.

As for the opposite street from where this slave market is located, there is the cotton merchant's yard, where the fruits of the plantations in the southern United States are accumulated.

Anyone with some sense of progress should think about what they see here.

"Sir, you are wearing a uniform, but it is green. Where are you from?"

"I came here from Russia."

Apparently Solovyov's clothes still aroused the curiosity of others.

There was a well-dressed gentleman here to say hello to him. A few years ago, more people might have misunderstood him.

After all, he looks so delicate and is a man, which always gives people an unscientific feeling.

Solovyov does not have a beard, so his appearance can easily be misunderstood.

Especially since he has never cut off his braid that could easily cause misunderstandings. This problem may not be corrected until he returns to Petersburg.

Because when the Russian army was doing what Prussia did, Solovyov didn't like putting a wig on his head. It would be better to have his own hair, which would be more comfortable.

"Your Russian army is still learning from those British guys. Mr. Cotton, I am not targeting you. You are also an American citizen now."

And Mr. Carton is indeed British, and his father-in-law is also British, but now they are both Americans.

"It doesn't matter, Mr. Patterson, you're just not used to this identity yet."

After these British guys became Americans, they still liked to make jokes, and sometimes their words were quite damaging.

Of course, you have to be very close friends to speak in a derogatory way without starting a fight.

"Yes, but my daughter Elizabeth didn't listen to my advice and married a Frenchman. It's really ridiculous. That Frenchman doesn't speak French as well as my daughter."

"That's a lot of information, Mr. Patterson. Mikhail Solovyov, Lieutenant Colonel of the Guards."

"You are so young and already a lieutenant colonel. You must have a title, right?"

"It's just a baron. And among our Russian nobles, as long as they are legitimate sons, everyone has a share of the title. It's as if it is infinitely divided."

"This doesn't happen in Western Europe. Maybe it's because Russia is far away. Why are you here?"

"We are docking in Baltimore and preparing to return to Europe. During this process, we need to find a port to replenish supplies, and we also need to see what a country that has been independent for less than 20 years is like."

"Ah, then you've found the right person, Mike."

Mikhail is often called Michael in English, and it doesn't seem wrong to call him Mike.

"If one leg is removed from Mike's M, I think if we use this brand to make textiles, the British will like it. After all, it will be easy to win."

Solovyov has always felt that speaking with an American accent is tiring, and it is easier to talk to these Americans who are actually not independent for a long time.

"Sounds like a good idea, but what about the trademark?"

Solovyov drew the hook, he was pure bad taste.

"This is too simple, but it is also easy for people to remember. How about coming to my house for a cup of coffee? This is a specialty of the New World, or hot cocoa, and tea."

"As long as it's not British tea, I think it's still good, such as Ceylon black tea."

Mr. Patterson still invited Solovyov to his home. Mr. Cotton and he were neighbors, and the two were about to become a son and daughter.

But the fact that his eldest daughter, Elizabeth, married a Frenchman did give him a headache.

However, Solovyov had not yet figured out the situation about this Frenchman. He only saw him at Mr. Patterson's house.

Speaking of Miss Elizabeth Patterson, I still don’t know her husband’s surname. She is a healthy and lively beauty, but even though she is dressed up carefully, she still can’t change her southern girl appearance.

Of course, she is not a red-necked girl, but no matter how she dresses, she still feels a little bit frumpy.

Mr. Patterson's mansion is somewhat grand. After all, he is also a famous businessman in Baltimore, which means that his life is more dignified.

Moreover, he is the second richest man in Maryland. The richest man is Mr. Cotton's father-in-law, the sponsor of the drafting of the American Declaration of Independence and Maryland representative Charles Carroll.

This gentleman has a large estate in the countryside, but he will also come to Baltimore recently to visit his daughter and her family.

As for the noisy neighbor's house, he was a little helpless. After all, the two families had a good relationship, and if nothing unexpected happened, his granddaughter would also marry Robert, the eldest son of the Patterson family.

The sons have always made this wealthy businessman proud. They are all highly motivated and can move towards the goals required by their father under strict requirements. The old father is also very controlling, unlike Solovyov's father Sergei. Baron is just the opposite.

When Solovyov was still the same little Misha, he didn't want to do business and ran to join the army, although he couldn't refuse to be a messenger for his father. Until now, he was recommended to the Grenadiers as an adjutant, and his development direction became free.

And Mr. Patterson obviously hoped that the eldest son would inherit the family business, and the second son could join the army or engage in a promising industry in the future, but he ignored his daughter.

Elizabeth Patterson was not satisfied with just being a housewife in Baltimore, so she chose to marry a Frenchman.

"I'm curious, Mr. Patterson, what kind of husband did your daughter choose? When I was chatting with an officer on the Enterprise, I mentioned the French warship that was idle in Baltimore."

"It's the captain of that ship, and it seems to be named Albert."

"No, that chin, and these facial features. How could a Frenchman be named Albert? And you said that, it seems that you know his identity. Although it's annoying, you have to accept it."

"Yes, he confessed after getting married on Christmas."

After Jerome coaxed the girl into his hands, he made his identity public. After all, he is the younger brother of the First Consul of France. Although this identity and status have various problems,

If there is a joke about elopement, it will only be Mr. Patterson himself who will be embarrassed, because he can't control his rebellious daughter.

After all, he also has a lover and an illegitimate daughter. Neglecting his daughter's education will only bring jokes.

As for when Jerome came here, he also knew that all kinds of visitors often came to his father-in-law's house.

It's just that the one who came this time was a Russian with green eyes.

Mr. Patterson's home actually often has a salon, but what is discussed here is always what happened on the ground in the United States, which is definitely different from the unstable politics that everyone is keen to discuss in Paris.

And Mr. Carroll will also come today.

The composition of this place is indeed complicated.

The five kind-hearted people, Americans, British, French and Russians, are almost all here, and they are going to have a tea party and dinner together, which is really worth seeing.

Especially Mr. Carroll, who is indeed in a high position. Although he cannot directly hold public office because he is a Catholic, he has long served as a member of the Maryland Senate, and in his early years he was a member of the Maryland Senate.