Struggle in Russia

Alexei was a little embarrassed, a little embarrassed, because he never thought that Colonel Petukhov, who seemed so cowardly and useless, would have a close relationship with someone, and he was also highly praised by someone:

"My friend, Colonel Petukhov is a battle-tested veteran with rich experience, bravery in combat, sincere and sincere, and completely trustworthy..."

This sentence is completely trustworthy, which makes Alexei's face a little hot. He still believes Li Xiao's words, because Leonid also has a very high evaluation of a certain person, and after being in contact with a certain person for a while, he also understands a certain person. A person's character style, knowing that someone is not someone who has not walked.

"Colonel, I'm so sorry... Uh, I'm so ashamed, I made a huge mistake, here I express my sincere apologies to you, I'm so sorry!"

It's just that Alexei's advantages are also very obvious. If you know your mistakes, you can correct this one. It is absolutely leveraged. Whether it is against Li Xiao, Leonid, Vishniak or Boris, as long as it is your own fault Then you will definitely admit it immediately, and you will not think that your status is superior to others, and insist on not admitting your mistake.

And this was enough to wash away all his shortcomings, at least Petukhov felt a lot more comfortable. Because he felt that Alexei's sincerity was a bit of a misnomer, especially compared with someone else, there was a big gap. But now it seems that Alexei is okay, at least sincere and unaffected.

"Count, you are too polite. You are also making judgments based on what you know. It is not your fault, but my fault for taking out the letter too late..."

On this point, Alexey was indeed a little puzzled. Since Petukhov had already successfully connected with Li Xiao, why didn't he speak out? With Li Xiao, they are stronger, right?

Petukhov sighed and said: "Count, the situation is very complicated. As far as I know, there are a lot of people coveting on the Grand Duke's side, and it is safer to hide... But this is not the main reason, the more important It's that Colonel Shuvanov who came here with bad intentions, and I'm worried that he will harm you! So there are some things I have to be on guard against him!"

Alexei was taken aback. Fontana had warned him that Shuvanov was not a good person, and now Petukhov said the same thing. Why?

"The real mission of Shuvanov's trip is to investigate the real circumstances of the assassination of Sir Thomas Edwards, and to clear up all the evidence against Russia as appropriate..."

Although Petukhov said it secretly, both Alexei and Fontana could tell that Shuvanov was targeting them, and the so-called clearing up unfavorable evidence probably included getting rid of him, Alexei.

"Colonel, how do you know?" Alexei asked in a low voice.

Petukhov pointed to Pugachev next to him: "My nephew has very good ears,

Overheard by accident! "

This news gave Alexei a blow. He never imagined that he worked hard for the country, but ended up being cleared. This is too ruthless and cold-blooded, which makes people feel chilling!

In an instant, Alexei turned into a deflated ball, and his whole body was so listless. It hurts to look at it like that. After a long time, he sighed and said as if he was explaining or talking to himself: "If he wants to check, he can check it! I think I have a clear conscience!"

Now it was Fontana's turn to be anxious, and she immediately reminded: "Count, I am very worried that this Shuvanov will deliberately distort the facts, what should I do then?"

Alexei was still a little more sad than heartbroken, and sighed: "Your Majesty shouldn't...should be able to see clearly..."

It's just that even he himself didn't quite believe this, and Petukhov also reminded: "Count, this Shuvanov is by no means simple. I think he is cruel and ruthless. I'm afraid he will do anything to gain credit." ! You still have to be careful!"

Only after Petukhov and Fontana's constant persuasion did Alexei reluctantly agree to take precautions, but everyone could see that he had suffered a huge blow and lost all energy.

"Forget it, let's not talk about this annoying topic," Alexei forcibly changed the topic: "Colonel, where is the Grand Duke? What is the specific situation?"

This is really the wrong person to ask, because Petukhov doesn't know the specific situation of Li Xiao, so he can only answer vaguely: "Your Excellency, the Grand Duke is in good condition. The situation has been opened in Bucharest, and there is no danger!"

After finishing speaking, he also asked: "Did Your Excellency not mention his recent situation to you?"

"No, he only introduced your situation, said that you are completely trustworthy, and told you that there is his contact information here."

Petukhov was a little surprised, and admired Li Xiao's caution even more. He knew that there was probably only one reason why someone didn't mention his situation in his heart, and that was that he was worried that the letter would be intercepted or read by others, and then the news would be leaked.

As it is now, even if someone else got the letter and saw it, they would only know that Petukhov was a good friend with someone. This letter could be regarded as a letter of introduction at most, and the situation of someone would not be leaked.

Petukhov admired this cautious style very much. It was a bad thing for them to be so cautious when they went deep into the enemy's rear.

"Yes, Your Excellency the Grand Duke told us the contact information..."

After getting the contact information of his good friend from Petukhov, Alexey finally showed a smile on his face. For him, this is a rare piece of good news after arriving in Bucharest.

"Colonel, thank you very much. I apologize again for my previous faux pas, and I promise that I will never be so disrespectful in the future..."

But Petukhov said: "Count, you don't need to thank you again and again, and I beg you to keep your previous attitude and don't get too close to us!"

Alexei was stunned, thinking that Petukhov was still angry, and just about to explain sincerely again, Fontana also interrupted: "Colonel, you mean that we play for Shuvanov, paralyze him, let He can't guess our real relationship, so he can do things conveniently?"

"Yes, that's what I mean." Petukhov glanced at Fontana appreciatively and said, "This man is a wolf. He must not know our real relationship, it is better for him to think that we are Bad relationship, safer this way!"

Alexei couldn't help but sighed again in his heart. He really didn't like this appearance. He didn't like to be on guard against each other like thieves. This feeling was too bad.

At this moment, he has mixed feelings in his heart, and he urgently needs to find a close friend to talk to, otherwise he is really worried about whether he can continue to persevere...