Chapter 139 Choices on

"On February 28, 1917, at 5 a.m. in the morning, Tsar Nicholas II of the Russian Empire, who was worried about the safety of his family, set out from Mojifu, where the base camp was located, and planned to return to the Petrograd Imperial Village to gather with his long-hendous Huang Lix to return to protect the safety of his family. Due to the chaos of the situation and the unsafe safety of railway roads caused by railway workers' strikes, he had to make a detour all the way... Before Nicholas II left, he pulled a telegram from the military minister, Belyayev, which mentioned that "the rioters had occupied the Maria Palace, and some of the ministers had fled, and some were arrested. It's done." To this end, he sent the bodyguard general Ivanov to suppress the "riot" in the capital. The bearded general, who looked like the patriotic hero Minin in Russian history, patted his chest in front of the emperor to ensure success. In fact, the bodyguard general was not only timid to avoid the war, but also lingering on the way. At this time, the turmoil in Petrograd, Kronstadt, Luga and other places was getting more and more, and the political forces of all factions launched a fierce open and secret struggle around major issues such as the constitutional monarchy, the continuation of the throne, the composition of the new policy axe, and the selection of the prime minister.

All Nicholas II got all the bad news along the way..."

At two o'clock in the morning, when the special train taken by the Tsar approached the Little Veira Station, the Tsar was awakened by the attendant, from whom the servant Nicholas II learned that the line had been cut off by the workers and the train could no longer go forward. Along the railway, the railway received instructions from the Tavrida Palace to allow special trains to enter the imperial village, until the workers cut off a section of the railway.

In the face of this situation, Tsar Nicholas II immediately decided to go to Pskov, which is the Northern Front Command. While the train was running, there were still continuous telegrams, and there was still no good news: almost all the troops were turned to the side of the revolutionaries, officers and police officers were shot dead, important political axe officials were arrested, and strife broke out in Moscow and other important towns.

At the same time, Luo Jianke, chairman of the Provisional Committee of the State Duma, sent a telegram and directly pointed out in the telegram that the revolution in Petrograd was in full swing, and all political axe institutions were no longer working. Now it is far from enough to change the cabinet and organize a new cabinet responsible for the State Duma. The revolutionaries asked the emperor to abdicate. This is the only way out of the current predicament. Only in this way can we prevent the destruction of the central government axe and the massacre of grisons and officers of the Baltic Fleet. Otherwise, no political ax will cover the whole country. In order to prevent the revolutionary masses from killing officers and administrative officials and appeasing their fanaticism, the Interim Committee of the State Duma decided to assume the function of political axe. The head of the Committee is still him, the President of the State Duma.

In the face of this situation, Tsar Nicholas II began to regret leaving the base camp too early. At this time, the army on the front line was his last life-saving straw. He learned about the situation of the front-line theaters from the base camp and got the reply that the news of the revolution in the capital had already spread all the front-line troops and naval ships. Team, in order to avoid the revolution affecting the front line, the commanders have ordered to cut off the contact between the troops and the rear.

On the way a few hours before arriving in Pskov, although he lost contact with the front line, Nicholas II still recovered some hope: that is, he can reach a conclusion with Duma as soon as possible, so that he may be able to remove the heavy burden on his heart and drive away the nightmares that have been done, and can quickly reach the imperial village, back Beside the family.

When Pskov greeted him, there was no guard of honor, only a sentinel standing on the platform. The governor of Prikov Province only took two officers and soldiers to greet him. Tsar Nicholas II did not blame for this sluggishness, and he did not care much about the lack of honor guard. He knew that now This is also the truth that there is something to talk about in a tense period.

He immediately met Rusky, who looked very thin, and Danilov, who was relatively solid. During the meeting, what surprised him most was that he did not say that the President of the State Duma, Luo, was coming, followed by a heavy blow. The two first reported the riots in Luga. In addition, With the chaos in the imperial village, it is impossible to even go to their two headquarters, because it is not safe in the army.

Then, Nicholas II, who was uncertain, invited the two generals and the governor to have dinner together. The meal was eaten for a long time, but the chaotic situation made everyone have no appetite. In order to avoid talking about the incident, there was often an unstifling silence. In order to cover up the embarrassment, the tsar had to ask the province carefully. How about a long life to pass this time.

"...it seems to be very good..."

In addition to laughing, Nicholas II prayed in his heart.

Hey, let's finish it quickly. Let him know something quickly. Maybe it's bad news, maybe it's Luo Generalke's news.

Although Nicholas II prayed, Luo Jianke did not come, but after dinner, he received a telegram from Petrograd:

"Please forward it to Your Majesty. The President of the State Duma cannot come due to changes in the situation. Bblikov"

After receiving the telegram, Nicholas II's heart immediately cooled down again. These intelligence changes may have many meanings, but they are all bad luck. This change may be that Luo Jianke was more arrogant, or the riot was more violent, and Luo Jianke was unable to deal with it.

It's just one day that such a change happened. This morning, Nicholas II had to make a choice whether to see Luo Generalco or not, but now he can only think about his arrival wholeheartedly.

How can I get to the Imperial Village?

What will happen to the imperial village?

Will people mock them? Will it hurt them?

A series of questions kept floating in Nikolay's mind. He was eager to reunite with his beloved Alex and return to his family to protect his family.

But now, not only can't get there, but even contact by phone. Everything was interrupted by the Petrograd uprising. Even if he wanted to send an ordinary telegram to his family, he was told that it was impossible to reach Pskov.

After dinner, the emperor called Rusky, the commander of the Northern Front, to the train's office, while Danilov went to the headquarters to get the new telegrams and reports.

In this conversation, Nikolai was surprised to find how confident Rusky was. He was no longer as respectful as before when he sought his grace and begged to restore his position as General of the Northern Front Army, but made a long monologue in the tone of a lesson. Occasionally, Ni When Gula wants to interrupt him, he will always be interrupted by the other party again, and then finish his words, and in his behavior, there is also a kind of calmness that he did not find in the past.

In just an hour or two, the relationship between Nikolay and his minister has undergone a puzzled change. Such a conversationr who can't get rid of the unrejectable dialogue has come, but Nikolay can't resist this change.

Yes, Rusky said first, saying that what he is reporting now will be beyond his terms of reference, because it is no longer a military issue, but a matter of state management, saying that the emperor may not have enough trust in him, because the Tsar is used to listening to Chief of Staff Alexeyev... In the face of this situation, Nikko La had to let the general speak freely.

So Huangsky's monologue was played freely.

"... Luo Jianke did not come because he was waiting for a reply, and this reply could not be anything else. He could only give in to Duma and guarantee the establishment of a responsible cabinet..."

Looking at the once extremely majestic tsar, Ruski said.

"Your Majesty, it should have been done a long time ago. All the events, the riots in Kronstadt or the riots in Petrograd, require this, and people from all walks of life in China also demand this. There are people from the Duma, the local self-government, and the people of the city federations in a hurry to your trusted Alexeye. General Fu is no exception. His telegram has been sent for two days. General Brusilov's telegram was transferred through Deno Station, but it has not been delivered to you in time, and Sergei? Duke Mikhailovich, and even members of your royal family... That's what they all asked for..."

At this time, Ruski completely left everything behind, but if he told everything, when the Tsar wandered on the railway for the past two days, many telegrams were not received. At this time, they all gathered here. Some were sent by Alexeyev and those sent from Moscow yesterday. The situation was not bad, but now it is Unmanageable news.

"... The army, the matter of Kronstadt also happened today. The behavior of the navy is sad and even humiliating. They are His Majesty's favorite troops and the pride of the royal family, but what about now? The soldiers revolted. They not only shot the officers, but also killed the commander of the military port, but the naval commander Nepenin admitted the committee of the general! My Majesty!"

Looking at Your Majesty, Rusky took out a telegram and said, "Your Majesty, what is General Alexeyev most concerned about? He mentioned in the telegram that saving the army and pulling him out of the confusion of propaganda, but there are many college students and young people in the army, and the food transportation of soldiers is also insufficient, and this problem needs to be solved. However, this problem cannot be solved without eliminating strikes. Now it is dangerous to take measures to suppress the turmoil. Not only is the Russian army deceived, but even the Japanese army has become unreliable. However, once the suppression of the riot, it is likely to endanger the army itself first, because this turmoil is more likely to affect the army, which will lead to the failure of the war and even the destruction of the whole Russia. Since the State Duma wants to build order, We should not oppose him, but help it against extremists. The only way to save the crisis is here. We can't put it off any longer, Your Majesty..."

When Rusky turned his eyes to Nikolay again, Nikolay listened to his report. In addition to shock, he felt fear.

"It was like this... Is it really like this? ......"

He felt the horror of the incident, so that when Nicholas spoke, his voice was squeaking.

"But why is he so sure that these will affect the combat troops?"

Keruski did not answer him, but took out another telegram, Nicola? Mihailovich, a telegram from the Tsar's uncle.

"Nicola? In Uncle Mihailovich's telegram, he also no longer said that man, but directly asked Luo Jianke to be Prime Minister by name, and mentioned that now he can only be appointed as Prime Minister!"

Why is there a telegram from General Brusilo? No one asked him, but he sent it to Fredericks.

"...He said that if you want to save the army, you have to admit that it is a fact and strive to solve the problem peacefully..."

Listening to Ruskey's story, Nikolay was only surprised. Ruskey and Alexeyev usually had different opinions in all aspects, which can be said to be their sworn enemy, but now they spoke in a tone. Looking at Ruskey, Nikolay thought in his heart.

"Even if you trust Luo Jianke, why are they so consistent on this issue?"

It's just the same truth. It can be easily seen through by everyone. How can it be hidden from him? After a moment of meditation, Nicholas, who came to his senses, asked again.

"But what did the South say? What did the Cossacks say? Who can destroy the regime during the war without waiting until the end of the war? Who can set up a parliament in wartime? When the Germans are still on Russian soil, who can make any reforms? You should kick them out first and then consider these!"

Ruski explained to His Majesty's rhetorical question.

"That's right. In order to save the war situation and end the war successfully, Russia needs reform!"

Can you say that Your Majesty is opposed to the negotiation?

Looking at His Majesty, Rusky thought to himself that he knew that His Majesty was always willing to negotiate, but to negotiate with those who are loyal to Russia, instead of those evil guys. Can those political parties open up a real way for the people and bring real freedom?

The debate and struggle that have existed in Russia for several years, everything is for this "responsible cabinet", how much discording things collide on this stone, and how much slander and insults occur around this! How many meetings have been held with social activists and how many quarrels have there in Duma?

In this case, how can it be said that the army under representative politics will fight better?

"...Even Russia's allies have called for the establishment of a "responsible cabinet"..."

Gurko added.

"Otherwise, we will lose the sympathy of the allies, and the British general of the base camp wrote the same letter as your majesty's friend!"

After Gurko finished speaking, Nikolay finally fell silent. He knew everything, everything, and now focused on one point!

But for what happened in Russia and what will still happen, the Tsar is the only one responsible to God! Because as often said: if the people commit crimes, the tsar will ask God for forgiveness, but if the tsar commits crimes, the people will not pray for him. However, he can't casually say these noble words to Ruskey across a table, but Russky is more and more self-righteous and explains them in a tone of a lesson.

"What the tsar should do is to be the tsar, and management is what the political axe should do. Anyway, the monarch [***] has not existed since 1905. In the case of the existence of the State Duma, the monarchy is a decoration. It is wiser to give him up at the right time. My Majesty "!"

"Only be an emperor, but not manage? My great-grandfather Nikolay? Pavlovich once said: I can understand the republic, but I can't understand the representative monarchy!"

After using his great-grandfather's words, Nicholas retorted.

"I don't understand this model. I don't need power at all, I don't like it, and I don't want to hold it, but I can't suddenly think I can be irresponsible to God!"

Your Majesty's answer only let Ruski close his eyes slightly, as usual mentions of God. Some people are sincere, but some are out of need and ridicule. At this time, Ruski seems to have forgotten his identity, and his words seem to be that he is not the emperor at all in the face of him. He began to point out that many politicians in recent years The appointment of the axe department, from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Justice to the Ministry of Military, and even the Attorney General Sinod.

Listening to Ruskey's accusations, Nikolay was shocked. He knew that Ruschi's accusations were correct, and those personnel appointments were indeed inappropriate or even failed.

However, at this point, Ruski was silent. He did not want to explain further, nor did he persuade the emperor. He just pointed out to the tsar from all aspects that there was no way out now.

At this time, it seemed that such a very special situation had formed in the train office. It was the two of them, at a small table in the train office, and in Pskov, who were about to decide the fate of Russia in this conversation.

In Rusky's accusation, Nikolay was silent and fell into a dilemma and didn't know how to deal with it. He felt irreparably. He had never thought of giving in, but he was blindly giving in. Feeling uneasy, he kept smoking with his beloved amber bubble stone cigarette holder, and extinguished it in the middle of it. Then Ignite another one immediately.

Finally, after a long silence, Nicholas II nodded heavily and broke the silence.

"Okay! Let Luo General Ke form a cabinet and let him choose people at will, but the military, naval, foreign and interior ministers should be appointed and monitored by the emperor"

"Absolutely not!"

Rusky was angry, as if he had the right to get angry, and said in a teacher-like tone.

"In this form, it can't be regarded as achieving everything, so that the Duma has to be like a hornet's nest, treating this as an insult, and if it weren't for Milukov, who could be the foreign minister? Isn't this equivalent to a direct statement against Milukov?

"That..."

Conside down, Nicholas II said, "Let Milyukov be the candidate!"

But he just wants to keep a little of his own opinion. He can't give up too much at once. He knows his weaknesses and can set up a little obstacle if he makes a quick and easy concession.

"Well, then the whole cabinet is formed by Luo Jianke, but he is responsible to the monarch, not to the parliament..."

(to be continued)