Struggle in Russia

Prince Mikhail Gorchakov was amazed. He had expected to hear Leonid's complaints, complaints and resentment, and he was ready to re-educate this somewhat naive nephew.

But what had he heard and seen just now? Leonid didn't complain, but instead had a look of joy. What he said was more about what he had learned, and the occasional rants were aimed at the malpractices in the army, not for his personal life.

Mikhail looked at Leonid again, only to realize that he had indeed changed. He became thinner and darker, but he became more energetic, his muscles became stronger, and more importantly, his eyes.

Although the former Leonid was firm-willed, that kind of firmness always gave people a taste of innocence in an ivory tower, but now his firmness is like a real man who has experienced wind and rain.

Mikhail was a little confused. Could it be that the 748 regiment really trained people like this? In just one or two months, Leonid had sublimated and matured. This made him want to throw that incompetent kid at home to exercise.

Mikhail asked with interest: "Are you acting as the head of the regiment now?"

"Yes, Uncle." Leonid replied flatly, "The former head of the regiment, Mesadov, broke the law and is now in the prison of the third department. I will act as the head of the regiment for the time being."

Mikhail looked at Leonid, who was a little embarrassed and anxious, and he was a little confused about the purpose of this nephew. He didn't come to complain and ask for resignation, and he didn't seem to come to show his merits. He was a little shy and embarrassed. , what is this? Are you in love?

Mikhail looked Leonid up and down, and felt that the last one might not be very reliable. In Leonid's eyes, he could not see tenderness, but only firmness without hesitation.

"Have you encountered any difficulties?" Mikhail asked with a smile, "Do you need some help from me?"

Leonid's eyes widened. He felt that Mikhail had seen through him. He hadn't said anything yet. How did the other party know?

"Uh..." Leonid replied embarrassingly, "Yes, uncle, I... I need... I need your help."

Mikhail was a little funny. He knew Leonid well, and knew that even if the sky fell, he would only carry it alone. He felt that asking others for help was a shameful thing. Even if this other person is a real father or a real uncle, it won't work.

But today Leonid actually came to ask for help. This is a huge breakthrough and a good sign!

Mikhail immediately sat up straight, put his arms around Leonid's shoulders in relief, and said softly: "Dear Lionia, sometimes you are too out of touch. Your father and I are willing I will help you with all my strength, if you ask! Tell me, my Lionia, what troubles you?"

Leonid was blushed by Mikhail's enthusiasm, and he replied shyly: "That's right, uncle. I want to be the commander of the 748 regiment!"

Mikhail really didn't expect Leonid's request to be so simple, what is a small group leader? For their Gorchakov family, not to mention the head of the regiment, the brigade commander and division commander can make proper arrangements.

The only thing that surprised Mikhail was why the 748 regiment? He has heard about the recent turmoil caused by this regiment, and he doesn't have a good impression of the regiment. He was more willing to give Leonid a better unit as the commander.

"Why the 748th regiment?" Mikhail asked slowly, "Wouldn't it be better for you to change to a better unit?"

Leonid quickly replied: "I have done a good job in the 748 regiment, and I have made progress. I want to continue. In addition, turning a recognized scum army into an elite will prove my ability even more!"

Mikhail was a little dazed, he really didn't expect Leonid to give such a reason. To be honest, he didn't quite believe that his nephew could change the 748 regiment.

He is very clear about the nature of that army, it is a cesspit, how can it be changed?

Leonid explained: "No, uncle! I don't think there is the worst unit, only the worst officers. The 748 regiment used to be bad because of those incompetent and corrupt officers, and now they have been eliminated by me. clean..."

Mikhail was surprised again. Although he had heard about the 748 regiment, he really didn't pay much attention to it. After all, he was in the army, and his relationship with Menshikov was mediocre. No matter how sensational the 748 regiment was, he was separated by a layer. If it wasn't for Leonid in the 748 regiment, he might not even bother to pay attention to this scumbag.

"Tell me about it in detail..."

Mikhail decided to listen to Leonid's explanation carefully, and he became interested in what Leonid had done recently.

"My God! Haven't you offended the old Menshikov!"

After listening to Leonid's speech, Mikhail was a little dumbfounded. He really didn't expect that Leonid, who has always been honest and obedient, is also a good hand when making troubles. Just listening to his explanation, I feel that the matter is very big. It really offended Menshikov to death, okay?

Of course, Mikhail was not flustered. Menshikov is very good, but their Gorchakov family is not a soft persimmon. If you really want to talk about it, the two sides are equally divided, and no one can try to force the other side.

For Mikhail, offending Menshikov was not terrible, but only if it was worth it. If you have sufficient interests, you will be offended if you are offended, and it doesn't matter. With him and Alexander (Leonid's father) shooting together, it was enough to withstand the counterattack of the old eunuch.

The key is, are the benefits sufficient? It is definitely not enough to look at the position of a regiment leader.

Mikhail fell into deep thought and began to calculate the gains and losses. He had to think about it carefully and consider it carefully.

The thoughtful Mikhail made Leonid feel even more uneasy. He was really not sure at all. His uncle seemed kind and tolerant, but in fact he was very assertive. He was the kind of person who was confused about small things but shrewd about big things.

Seeing that Mikhail's face became more and more serious, Leonid's heart was really in a state of turmoil. He weighed repeatedly, considering whether to throw out the rhetoric that Li Xiao taught him.

"Uncle, uh...I think..."

After hesitating for a few seconds, Leonid made up his mind. As Li Xiao said, to do big things, you have to have the determination to do big things, and hesitate to do what mother-in-law and mother will do. Besides, the reasons given by Li Xiao are also objective, and there is nothing not to say.

Leonid organized the language, took a deep breath and said: "I think this is a good opportunity. Your Majesty and the Crown Prince are paying special attention to the 748 regiment. If I can completely change this regiment, turn this regiment from scum to become an elite, then it will leave a deep impression on His Majesty and the Crown Prince..."