Solovyov in Tsarist Russia 1796

Among the Russian troops, many combat units also began to return at this time.

The Moscow Grenadiers Regiment was one of them, but for the regiment's commander, General Karl August-Christian, there was something more important.

He knew that his elder brother and sister-in-law would soon return to Mecklenburg, and he always hoped to seek the opinions of his family, especially his father.

You must know that Countess Solovieva, also known as Julia, had a lower status than Christian. Under the strict patriarchal system of Germany, it was probably a kind of marriage between nobles and commoners. Although children could inherit property, they could not inherit his status.

However, for a prince like him, his elder brother had a son in front of him, and his elder brother Gustav William was ahead of him. These statuses were not important. Life in Russia made him prefer it here.

Except for the cold climate in the inland areas, it was better in Petersburg.

Frederick Ludwig and Elena did move slowly, because Austria declared war on France, and the situation on the European continent was still unclear. However, Mecklenburg, located on the Baltic coast, would be less affected. The prince and his wife also planned to return to Schwerin by boat, and then go to Copenhagen to visit their brother-in-law, Prince Christian of Denmark.

The reason was simple. Prince Christian accused his wife, Frederick Ludwig's sister Charlotte Friederike, of adultery.

Not every husband in the world is like Alexander. The Russian Tsar knew that he owed his wife, so he did not pursue the fact that his wife had a secret lover - of course, Louisa's lover was too secretive.

Christian himself was relatively loyal to his marriage. After discovering that his wife, who was also his cousin, had a relationship with the court music teacher Edward Dupuy that could not be told to outsiders, he was also very angry.

Frederick Ludwig knew that his sister was in the wrong, but considering the younger sister's appearance, he had to come forward to defend her.

As the heir of a principality, he may be too gentle, but as a son, husband, father and elder brother, he is still very irresponsible.

But to be honest, Elena's identity is still the most useful. She is the Grand Duchess of Russia after all. The couple went to Copenhagen this time to calm down both sides.

It is unlikely to save the marriage. Prince Christian's temper is not easy to persuade.

To be honest, this prince is still handsome among the young princes of this generation in Europe, and he has good conditions in all aspects. Charlotte Frederick's behavior is indeed very rash.

It's just that their younger brother came at this time, and they were about to leave.

"Christian, you're back from Sweden. Let me see you. Not bad. You look very energetic."

"Brother, I know you're going home, but that's next month. Why are you leaving now?"

"Charlotte has some troubles. We're leaving Petersburg and have to take a boat to Copenhagen before we go home."

"If you go home, you have to tell dad that I'm getting married now."

Although Elena is not as gossipy as her sisters, she is also very curious about which girl Christian has taken a fancy to.

"Whose girl is she? Is she a princess from one of the princes in Petersburg, or a countess from some family, or a girl from an ordinary family?"

"Sister-in-law, it's Solovyov's sister Yulia."

"Yulia? You're really great. It's true that Misha and you are friends and good colleagues, but his sister is about to graduate from the girls' school. Are you so anxious?"

"It's hard for me to wait, but I have to let my family know. So, brother and sister-in-law must take my letter home."

Frederick Ludwig knew the character of his younger brother. He was a brave soldier and determined to do things. If he made up his mind, he would not look back.

"Okay, but Charlotte's matter is more troublesome. Cousin Christian seems to be very angry because of something."

Christian, as a cousin, probably knows the temper of the Danish prince. Thinking about this worrying little sister, who can make her cousin angry, she is afraid that she has cheated with someone of low status, and it's a big deal.

"It all depends on whether my cousin can calm down. Some things are not so easy to forgive."

Russia is an exception. After all, there have been more than one strange incidents in the royal family. The Danish court has had more than one court scandal, and it is always between the high-ranking heirs to the throne and their spouses.

"We will take care of this. We will tell our father about your and Yulia's affairs when we go back. But don't worry. In Russia, you always have to look at the opinions of the other party's parents before getting married, and you have to live together, just like me and your sister-in-law. You can only get married if you are suitable."

Yulia is like a female version of Solovyov, and she is tall and very beautiful. Considering her good health and love of sports, she should be a good wife for Christian, a soldier.

Frederick Ludwig and Elena left with their three children and embarked on the journey home. It is unknown whether there is room for maneuver in Denmark.

Christian also had to start busying himself with his own affairs now. The first person he wanted to find was Solovyov. After all, he was his most important supporter in Yulia's family.

Solovyov and Katya also hope to see Yulia marry a young nobleman with a good family background. Although Christian has a short temper and always speaks loudly, it is really good for relatives and friends. , is also a suitable candidate.

He now went to the official residence of the Dolgorukov family in Petersburg and saw a strange scene in the Solovyov family.

Mrs. Recamier asked the doctor for a physical examination. The couple was holding a child and basking in the sun in the garden.

They don't even need servants, and the couple can take care of the baby, which is relatively rare among the great nobles.

However, considering that Katya has already adapted to this kind of life, and Solovyov originally came from a low-status baron family, it is not surprising that they act in such a civilian way.

Moreover, when Solovyov was in the palace, he had already developed his nanny skills. Among the grand duchess in the palace, from Anna as the "little aunt" down, there was no one who had not been hugged by him when they were young.

"You guys are interesting, what are you doing?"

"Basing children in the sun is a way to strengthen their health. It's so warm today."

Solovyov even took off all his son's clothes so that every inch of his skin could be exposed.

"Where did you learn this from? Could it be Greece?"

"Christian, you can understand it this way. When children are older, exposure to the sun will also be beneficial to their growth, isn't it just for their skin?"

It will be darker.

The couple now started to change the children's clothes, and then sent them to the house again. It was time for the two children to go to bed.

"Misha, after you come back, you can finally have a family life."

"You also want to start a family, but let my father leave Yulia to you. Although you will be very good to her, I believe this, but there is also a problem, your temper."

"I know that I will be very good to Yulia, you can rest assured of this. And I have already sent a letter to my father through my brother to ask for his opinion."

"As for His Highness Friedrich Franz, although I saw him when I went to Schwerin, I am not sure about this. These days, I am also considering whether to rest for a while. But Your Majesty, he will always arrange some tasks. If Austria and France stop fighting, I will go outside again. "

"The war should be over soon. I don't believe Austria will win."

Even Christian, who was just a brave general, said so, and Solovyov nodded.

"Yes, even if Archduke Karl comes to lead the army, with Austria's old machine, if drastic adjustments are not made, something will always happen. There is not enough time. How long does it take from 1805 to now? Adjustment If so, there’s not enough time.”

"It looks like there won't be any changes in the ending, it's just Spain."

"Spain is like that. We are too far away and can't figure out the situation there. It's just that there are rumors that the French are having trouble there. This is not something we can decide. What's more important is you and Yuli. Ya. It's okay for my stepmother, she always has a special liking for people of high status, not to mention you are the prince of Mecklenburg? "

"Misha, are you saying that the problem lies with Uncle Sergey?"

"My father, he manages the property of the nobles all day long, and he also knows that the rules in the homes of the great nobles are strict. Of course, this refers to the local families of princes and counts. Russia is different from Mecklenburg. He You will definitely be afraid that your daughter will be wronged. Your status is similar to that of Prince Eugene of Württemberg. You are a relative of the royal family. If you come from a foreign country, it is even higher than that of the local nobles."

Solovyov was explaining the situation and also wanted to give Christian an early warning.

Christian was even more determined: "No matter what, I want Yulia to be my wife. It wouldn't work if I changed her to another girl. She is not as lively and easy to get along with. If Yulia is also a man, we should become Good brother’s.”

Solovyov was a little helpless. His sister did not have the habit of dressing up as a man, nor did she like to dance with guns and sticks, like the two highnesses Maria and Ekaterina. However, because of her taller figure and long hair, He is now eighteen years old and looks quite heroic.

I originally thought I was just looking for my sister to be my wife, but is she looking for him to be my brother?

There were always strange things happening, Solovyov just smiled and decided to invite Christian to his home at No. 28 Moika Causeway.

In a few days, the 1809 graduation ceremony of the Smolny Girls' School will be held. Yulia will soon become a palace maid. According to the current situation, she will probably be assigned to Louisa's side.

Speaking of which, it would sound strange if he went to the palace again and had his sister as a lightbulb.

Of course, if these girls are attracted by the big nobles, they will soon come to propose marriage and seek marriage from their elders.

My sister's matter really needs to be settled quickly.

No matter how reckless Christian is, he is always a very reliable choice. Are these Russian nobles? Solovyov himself feels guilty. He has so many lovers, but some people spend more money than him.

For example, the matter of Alexander Kuragin and his dozens of illegitimate children

For this reason, Solovyov really wanted to take Christian home. As for Count Sergey, he took a very unexpected approach.

Poured a glass of vodka and placed it on the table.

How much you drink represents your attitude.

Count Sergei knew that his eldest son was good in everything except drinking. This German prince from Mecklenburg was of noble status, and his son had also said good things about him.

But considering that his daughter was going to marry such a man, he always had to give it a try.

"Come on, Christian, this is a test for you. I can't drink. Dad has always wanted someone to accompany him at home. You have always been good at drinking."

"It's a small matter. I competed with my brothers in the regiment and got many officers drunk."

Don't look at the princes of Mecklenburg. Only the prince and this handsome man are unexpectedly powerful at the wine table.

Then, Solovyov watched Christian drink it all without blinking.

Sergei also realized at this moment that he was a good son-in-law, and he was sincere. If his daughter married him, she should be happy.

"Amy, my son is good in everything except drinking. Anton and Vasily are too young to drink with their father, but this prince can drink a lot. I agree with you and my daughter Yulia."

"Thank you, Sergei Osipovich."

"But your father must agree, after all, your father is the Prince of Mecklenburg, and he must agree."

"Dad, it doesn't matter. Christian has already written to his family, and there should be a result by now."

At this point, Count Sergei also agreed.

"Okay, serve the dishes first! It just so happens that the children are here, this is a great thing, our family, we really didn't expect to have this day."

It's fine that the son is promising, the daughter-in-law is of noble birth, and now the eldest daughter's lifelong event has also been figured out.

Of course, the little prince of the Mecklenburg Prince's family is also a little too noble for the nobles like the Soloviev family.

The countess was also very happy. Although the two children were born to the first wife of her husband who had passed away, their families were of high status, and the status of their own children would be guaranteed in the future.

It seemed that this was indeed a good thing, and there was no chance of accidents. She only needed to wait for the reply from the Prince of Mecklenburg. (End of this chapter)