Solovyov in Tsarist Russia 1796

It is not strange for Alexander to hold an event at the Royal Aquarium. The water circled here is very vast, and the length of the coast is not short. With the auxiliary buildings on the coast, open-air receptions can even be held here.

Especially when the weather is nice, there are many things that can be done on this promenade.

Today, in addition to summoning envoys from various countries, there is another important thing to do here, which is to give France a final advice before the war breaks out.

Speaking of which, the Third Anti-French Alliance was only implemented after it was approved and signed. However, Napoleon's second coronation ceremony in Milan also angered various European monarchies to some extent.

According to the provisions of the Treaty of Luneville, although Austria had pinched its nose and recognized the French control of Italy, such blatant behavior of wearing the Iron Crown of Lombardy on its head was indeed intolerable to Austria.

After all, the origin of the illegal organization of the Holy Roman Empire was the East Frankish Kingdom, and Italy was taken from Austria by France. Genoa and Liguria became French territory together.

In this way, Austria can't wait to take action.

Formally, the Anti-French Alliance has a good foundation even though the treaty has not yet been fully signed and even the allies have not yet joined.

After this reception, Alexander even felt that he had a great advantage, and even sent a note to the khanates in Central Asia through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

He hoped that the Kokand Khanate would stop its plundering operations in Central Asia and maintain peace with the Tashkent Khanate. He also issued diplomatic documents with the Emir of Bukhara and the Khan of Khwarezm, but only by their representatives. Take it back.

Now Alexander is very confident about defeating France, which is what makes people feel headache.

Solovyov has nothing to do here. He is always assigned to the children's table. It's not because of drinking, but because there are many children in the palace. He is here with a group of Guards soldiers. , and can also help ladies and maids.

"Misha, what do you think of this coronation ceremony in Milan?"

"Your Highness, do you want to ask me?"

Solovyov is always like this. In public situations, he still pays attention to maintaining his title.

If Louisa wanted to ask him now, he could only explain.

"The French have repeatedly challenged the original order in Europe, destabilizing international relations and harming the interests of all countries. I think we should issue a diplomatic note to reiterate our attitude and express our strong opposition to France's behavior that endangers international security. condemnation.”

Although what he said can be understood when taken apart, sometimes it can be confusing when put together.

"What are you talking about? Colonel, although I can understand what you said, but how to do it specifically is another question."

"I can only say this. Although I have always maintained my position as an auxiliary officer, I am just a colonel. There are some things that I cannot talk about. It's just that although we don't want to go to war with France, based on Napoleon's current actions, they Neither the US nor the British are willing to give in, and the scope of the war will definitely expand. This time it will not only be in Central Europe, but it will even spread to our borders. "

When he said this to Louisa, General Malyutin, the commander of the Ismailov regiment, was not willing to listen.

"Others talk about achievements. Those young people are far inferior to you in wisdom, but their courage is far beyond you. I think our army will still work with our allies to defeat the French."

"Pyotr Fyodorovich, you can say that. But do our officers really understand the enemy? Do they really understand our own army?"

Before Solovyov's chant even started, Malyugin knew what he was going to do.

"Ah, young theorist, what you said does make sense. This is what you translated."

"Yes, and in the preface, I also mentioned that this work is supported by His Royal Highness Constantine and Archduke Karl of Austria. It is hoped that it can provide our officers with some military theoretical materials and draw nourishment from it. Instead of closing your eyes and relying solely on the courage of your brothers to give blind orders.”

Speaking of which, Lieutenant General Ma Liujing was born in 1773. His family background does not seem to be very deep, but he is already a lieutenant general.

This promotion speed is indeed fast enough. He is not even like Solovyov. Every promotion is based on military merit and other merits without any dispute.

Speaking of which, it was also because he was an old member of Gatchina's dormitory, and he had been brought into the Guards by Paul.

Solovyov joined later. Although he was highly valued by Paul, he only had great responsibilities, but his official rank was never up to date.

However, Malyugin took care of Solovyov on weekdays, and the two regiments often trained together, so some disputes were inevitable.

"You're right, but it's too pessimistic."

"Since we are determined to fight the French, we must make preparations before going to the battlefield."

Louisa asked Solovyov because she was worried, but now that she heard it, she was even more worried.

But Alexander would come to her at night for comfort, and finally made up his mind.

at this point.

In fact, some gossip news in the palace spread very quickly. The people in Paris actually knew about the strange relationship between Alexander and Louisa.

It's just that they had a few more children. Alexander liked his Polish mistress more, but when it came to big things, he always trusted Louisa more.

"Okay, you two are the commanders of the Guards, Misha. And General Malyutin, when you go to the battlefield, you must protect His Majesty's safety."

This actually also made it clear to them that the Tsar was ready to lead the army in person.

Even a loyal and brave man like Malyutin was afraid of the Tsar going to the battlefield.

Your Majesty, don't micromanage in the headquarters!

As for Solovyov, he knew what level these Russian generals were.

After all, if Suvorov was used as a benchmark, there were not many generals who even passed the test.

It was not a bad thing that Kutuzov led the Podolik Corps to Vienna, and he walked with the Guards all the way. This army included the more capable generals in the Russian army.

It was just that being with the Austrians made people less confident.

In this atmosphere, there was nothing much to say.

Everyone dispersed, some went back to their posts, some went home, and some like Alexander went to Peterhof.

After undressing, Louisa waited for Alexander in bed in her thin pajamas.

She had comforted Alexander many times, and this time in the Royal Aquarium, she suddenly asked these officers of the Guards, and she was also thinking about her own words.

Especially she knew that her lover would not lie and was very honest.

Although he had not come here because of training and avoiding suspicion.

"Your Highness, what else do you need?"

Today's maids happened to change shifts, and they were not the ones she was most familiar with.

"Go to that box and take the book, the "Art of War."

Speaking of which, Solovyov wrote a long paragraph for the subtitle of this book.

This is in line with the characteristics of Europe at that time - "The Art of War in Ancient China" - but for Louisa, it was good enough to understand part of the meaning of such a book. She had no military talent, and she preferred philosophy, history and literature, as well as cute animals and growing flowers in the palace.

She knew what Alexander was thinking, so she asked the maid to bring the book.

As for how to advise,

it would not be very useful. They didn't have a son yet. When Alexander came here, he probably had this idea more often.

She was relatively happy. Her husband was affectionate, but he still protected her and always listened to her opinions when encountering major events.

As for that lover, Louisa thought of her Mishka and knew that he was just her lover after all. He was very honest. It was a pity that in Petersburg, the nobles here were indeed more affectionate, and Solovyov was inevitable.

It seemed that he would have to find a young and beautiful wife for him in the future to take good care of him.

Of course, that was in the future. Louisa had to deal with the arrival of the Tsar himself.

Alexander did arrive as promised. He saw Louisa's pitiful appearance, and under the dim light, he was somewhat impressed.

"Lisa, you look so beautiful now."

"Your Majesty."

"When it's just the two of us, it's still the same. What book do you have next to you this time?"

Under this light, Alexander couldn't see the cover clearly. He initially thought it was a novel picture book that Louisa liked.

"Your Majesty, it's "The Art of War". Although I don't understand military affairs, I know the problems involved. War is always related to the fate of the country and the lives of tens of thousands of people. It should be..."

"You are actually reading Solovyov's books. If you weren't in poor health, you would have been able to ride on the battlefield and become a Valhalla."

"I don't have that idea, Your Majesty. You also know that I'm here just to take care of your family."

When Alexander heard Louisa say this, he couldn't help but think that if her mother wasn't too harsh on her, she would have been a good daughter-in-law in the European court.

Even if there is a lover outside, this kind of thing is inevitable. It is inevitable that this will happen in the European court. Russia also calls itself the Third Rome, so it is inevitable that it will be connected with the first two Romes.

Even Alexander himself was surprised that Louisa had not had a lover discovered by him until now, which was a bit inappropriate.

This is no wonder. Solovyov was his aide-de-camp and was responsible for the palace guards before. It was strange to be discovered.

The Tsar himself was even a little embarrassed. He knew that his mother had corresponded with Count Rumyantsev.

Of course, now that he came here, his purpose was clear.

"Lisa, you have been working hard all the time."

Speaking of which, Alexander's lust is still the same as always. Louisa's body has become more plump because she has given birth to five children, which suits his appetite.

"Sasha, I can only rely on you here."

This is true. She came over like this, leaning on the back of Alexander who was sitting down, hugging the Tsar with her arms, and the two were intimate together.

They did things first, then talked about work, and when they were all out of breath and adjusted their breathing, they started to talk about business.

Louisa also knew that Alexander always liked to hug her and ask questions.

"I'm still worried about how to treat the French."

"You have to be on stage eventually, and that Corsican is clearly very ambitious."

"You've never met him, and you've only heard rumors."

"Sasha, you haven't met him either, but our diplomats have always been to Paris."

Louisa had to mention Solovyov at this time, but Alexander thought of Count Morkov.

"The relations between Count Morkov and Bonaparte were very bad."

"Not our Ambassador."

In Alexander's mind, Solovyov is still a soldier, but he is very talented. In the future, when he is older, he can be trained as a high-ranking official or governor. As for diplomats,

He still sent them out by himself. Military attachés stationed abroad are mostly engaged in reconnaissance. Can they be considered diplomats?

"You mean?"

"That's Solovyov! He has met Bonaparte, and it can be said that he has a very deep understanding of him."

"So is he the devil?"

"It must not be a devil anymore, but a human being."

"This Misha. I forgot about this."

"Bonaparte is still an ambitious man, and your Majesty should be more careful."

When Louisa said this, Alexander hugged her tighter and even pinched her butt.

"Lisa, you have become plumper again. I think we will have a son. We will be happier than before."

However, he still has no sons so far, and the ones his mistress gave birth to are all girls.

Then he didn't ask Louisa any more questions, and just made love and slept. When he got up in the morning, after covering Louisa with a quilt, he brought her the book on the bedside.

Alexander was determined to compete with the French.

But his ability is not enough to defeat his opponent at this time.

The Russian army will mobilize 150,000 people, divided into three groups, to go to Europe. The Guards have not yet set off, but the troops in the border areas have begun to dispatch.

Mikhail Kutuzov has also gone to the border area to inspect, and the large forces are also making preparations.

At this moment, in the salon, it is inevitable to talk about the coronation ceremony in Milan. After all, there are still a lot of spiritual French people in this country, more than the pro-British ones. They also speak more French in the salon.