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In the office of Tsar Alexander II, the atmosphere froze somewhat. In addition to Tsar Alexander II himself, only the political adviser, that is, Alexander II's teacher Zhukovsky, and the foreign minister, Count Neschel Rodie, were present. The defeat on the battlefield made Alexander II already a little discouraged. Although, his heart is extremely hostile to the Chinese Empire. However, now, he has some regrets.

Alexander II, of course, was willing to destroy the Chinese Empire and avenge his dead pontoon bridge Nicholas I, if he could. However, destroying the Chinese Empire, which is simply impossible for Russia. If it is not done well, it can also make Russia pay a heavy price. So now Alexander II is already somewhat shaken.

"Teacher, Earl, you say, what is the final outcome of this war?" Alexander II asked suddenly.

Neither Zhukovsky nor Nesherrody knew what to say, and as shrewd politicians, they could certainly see that the current situation was very unfavorable for Russia. Russia has suffered heavy losses on the battlefield, and if it continues to fight, Russia will have no hope of victory. In the event of a complete defeat of Russia, given the contradictions between the Chinese Empire and Russia, it is very likely that Russia will be completely destroyed.

"Your Majesty, the current situation is very unfavorable for Russia. We. Probably won't be able to win. Even, even the entire North Atlantic Military Alliance. There will be no hope of victory. Zhukovsky hesitated, but still said stubbornly. Even though. He was the teacher of the tsar. However, he was also a little worried that he might anger Alexander II.

"Failure? In the end, will the Chinese destroy Russia! A trace of sadness flashed in Alexander II's eyes. He never seemed to think that Russia would perish at his hands. He hoped that one day he would be able to build Russia into a true world hegemon, and for this reason, he did not hesitate to oppose the big nobles and big landowners and emancipate the Russian serfs. But I didn't expect it to end up like this.

"陛xià. Take the contradictions between us and the Chinese Empire. Indeed, the Chinese Empire may well have done so. Foreign Minister Count Niechel Rodie also said. As Russia's foreign minister, he is pessimistic about Russia's future.

"Both, I don't want Russia to be destroyed like this. So, I hope that you will be able to figure out for me, and for Russia as a whole, how to get through the current crisis! Alexander II said solemnly. He did not want to be the king of the country, so he sincerely consulted Zhukovsky and Count Neschelrody. As for the bigwigs of the military. It was not in his consideration.

Zhukovsky and Count Neschelrody glanced at each other, and there was a hint of solemnity in their eyes. No one spoke, and it was only after a few minutes that Zhukovsky broke the silence.

"陛xià. If we want to save Russia, there is only one way in front of us! That is, sum! Sue for peace with the Chinese Empire. Seek peace with the entire Asia-Europe military alliance. Now that we have this war, we have no hope of victory. There is only peace and an end to the war. This is our last resort! Zhukovsky said all these words. As a teacher of Alexander II, he knew Alexander II's resentment towards the Chinese Empire. The Chinese Empire plundered the territory of Russia and robbed it of its wealth, and even Alexander II's father, Nicholas I, died because of the Chinese Empire. It can be said that the hatred between the two sides has long been irresolvable. However, in order to keep Russia, they already had no choice. There seems to be no other way than to sum.

"Summation!" Alexander II's face was full of sorrow. Although, not stupid, he had thought of this, but if he really wanted to bow to the Chinese Empire, it would be difficult for him to do so. After all, bowing to his enemy is worse for him than killing him.

"Your Majesty, we have no choice. Judging from the current war situation, the North Atlantic Military Alliance is not an opponent of the Eurasian Military Alliance at all. This is also due to the many contradictions within the Asia-Europe military alliance. If they could work together, maybe the North Atlantic military alliance would have been extinguished! Foreign Minister Count Niechel Rodie also said.

"Yes, Your Majesty! The Eurasian military alliance, or the Chinese Empire, to be precise, had too obvious superiority on the battlefield. The gap between us and them is too great. If you want to defeat the Chinese, it is simply unrealistic. So much so that it is very difficult to get a tie. In such a situation, we have no other way to go than to sue for peace. At present, we still have a certain military strength, we have not been completely defeated by the Chinese, and we still have the capital to negotiate with the Chinese. Once again the front suffered defeat. Or if the Volga defense line is also broken through by the Chinese, even if we take the initiative to seek peace, the Chinese may not agree! Count Zhukovsky also said.

Alexander II knew that the words of Zhukovsky and Count Neschel Rody were not alarmist. It's just that he still has a certain amount of confidence in the Volga defense line. The Volga River, the largest river in Europe, is much wider than the Urals. It was not so easy for the Chinese Empire to break through the Volga.

"Your Majesty, the military strength of the Chinese is very strong. Even if the Volga defense line was strong, this did not guarantee that the Chinese Empire would not be able to break through the Volga defense line. Once the Chinese break through the defense line on the Volga, it will be even more difficult for us to demand peace! With the help of the Volga defense line to resist the Chinese, we may be able to negotiate some conditions with the Chinese. Said Count Nieschel Rodie.

Alexander II nodded, he could understand what they meant.

"However, if we take the initiative to seek peace, the Chinese will definitely open their mouths." The Chinese have always coveted our territory and wealth. This time, they're going to slaughter us! Alexander II was apprehensive about this. In the last fiasco, Russia lost Eastern Siberia and half of Central Asia. Now, even the Western Siberian Plain and the western part of the Kazakh steppe have fallen into the hands of the Chinese Empire. Moreover, the area east of the Volga River now seems to have become occupied by the Chinese, and the fat in their mouths has been eaten, and the Chinese will definitely not spit it out.

In addition, the Chinese are also full of greed for the wealth accumulated by the Russian royal family over hundreds of years, such as gold and jewelry antiques. Now that they take the initiative to seek peace with China, will the Chinese let go of this wonderful opportunity?

"Your Majesty, specific conditions, we can negotiate with the Chinese. However, no matter how big the price is, as long as it can ensure the continued existence of Russia, it will be worth it! Zhukovsky said. There is no doubt that Russia will lose a lot this time. However, as long as the country can be preserved, then it will be the biggest victory. It would be unacceptable if Russia was completely destroyed.

"Yes, Your Majesty! As long as Russia can continue to exist, there is still hope for us. The time to come will belong to the Asia-Europe military alliance. Within the Eurasian military alliance, the contradictions between the Chinese Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia will become more and more obvious. When the time comes, they will definitely break out into war. And that, perhaps, is Russia's chance to rise again! Said Count Nieschel Rodie. As foreign secretary, he undoubtedly has a better understanding of the international situation. Although the chances of Russia re-emerging after this defeat are very slim, there is still a chance to do so.

"Why, then, did we not sue for peace directly with the Kingdom of Prussia? And to make peace with the Chinese? "Alexander II could not let go of the hatred in his heart for the Chinese Empire. In addition, King Wilhelm I of the Kingdom of Prussia was the uncle of Alexander II. If peace is sued for the Kingdom of Prussia, perhaps Russia will not be weakened too much!

Neschel Rodie knew Alexander II's intentions, and he shook his head with a wry smile: "Your Majesty, Your Majesty William I Although your uncle, for the sake of the country, he will definitely not take too much care of Russia." In addition, although the Kingdom of Prussia was powerful, the Chinese Empire was the dominant force in the Eurasian military alliance. The main forces of the Kingdom of Prussia were now used in the war against Austria-Hungary, and they would not offend the Chinese Empire because of Russia. Even if the Kingdom of Prussia accepted Russia's request for peace, the war would continue as long as the Chinese Empire did not agree. What's more, there was also the Ottoman Turkish Empire, which was eager to destroy Russia. Only by convincing the Chinese Empire will we be able to end the war smoothly! ”

Now the Kingdom of Prussia did not send troops to attack Russia at all, so the Kingdom of Prussia had no say at all in the Russian question. Only the Chinese Empire and the Ottoman Turkish Empire were able to decide the life and death of Russia. Of course, because of the strength of the Chinese Empire, the attitude of the Chinese Empire is crucial. As long as the Chinese Empire is willing to let Russia go, even if the Ottoman Turkish Empire disagrees, it can only pinch its nose and admit it. The Kingdom of Prussia, on the other hand, did not have this strength.

"Well, for the sake of the future of Russia, I can only bear the burden of humiliation and surrender to the Chinese!" Alexander II looked ashamed.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Zhukovsky and Count Neschelrody could not help but breathe a sigh of relief when they saw that Alexander II had agreed. (A good event for pie in the sky, cool mobile phones are waiting for you!) Follow from ~ Dian/Chinese network public account (WeChat add friends - add public account - enter ddxiaoshuo), participate now! Everyone has a prize, now pay attention to ddxiaoshuo WeChat public account! (To be continued......)

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