At this point, Tsar Nicholas I aptly ntioned the Decembrist revolt: "A few years ago, when I had just ascended the throne, a group of conspirators used absurd lies as their tool to incite the army to revolt. They spread rumors saying I had seized the crown from my brother Constantine, who was on his way to St. Petersburg, intending to defend his rights by force. Those scoundrels deceived the ignorant soldiers into shouting their support for the constitution outside the palace windows because they misled the soldiers by telling them the word ’Constitution’ was actually the na of Constantine’s wife, who is also my sister-in-law. As you said, these scoundrels aid to deceive into becoming a Constitutional Emperor, turning Russia into a nation with a representative monarchy. The reason for inciting the soldiers against wasn’t their support for the constitution, quite the opposite; the soldiers believed they were showing loyalty to the legitimate Emperor. In fact, I did not conspire to seize the throne; my ascension was due to my brother Constantine Pavlovich’s lack of strong character, as he feared becoming Russia’s ruler and worried he would be poisoned the mont he took the throne. Not everyone can withstand the pressure of being Tsar; I’ve heard you are quite knowledgeable in Russian history, hence I believe you can certainly find traces in history."
Regarding these words, Arthur believed the Tsar spoke sincerely.
Though he did not understand why the Tsar was so close to him, even willing to share his innermost thoughts.
However, being a Tsar in Russia truly is a high-risk profession, considering the Romanov Dynasty’s history, a significant proportion of the Tsars’ ascensions and deaths appear quite abnormal.
The nobility’s boundless loyalty to the Tsar cos at a price, so whenever a significant issue arises that needs soone to take full responsibility, the Tsar must bear all the bla for major decision failures.
Therefore, if it’s rely about beheading the Emperor, Russians have done it earlier and more frequently than Britain and France.
But the Russians’ goal in beheading was rely to replace one Tsar with another, with no further demands.
When Arthur chatted with the guests about the details the Tsar shared regarding the Decembrists, he clearly noticed a faint hint of disdain on the faces of several attendees.
"His Majesty the Tsar was very modest. He told he didn’t do anything special at the ti. He simply told the soldiers: ’Return to your ranks!’ And when he ca to the square to review the cavalry suppressing the rebellion, he shouted loudly: ’Kneel!’ Thus, the soldiers complied together. His Majesty said he was resolute at that ti — either death or victory. Although he is grateful for his success, he is not proud, for this success does not belong solely to him. The primary credit for quelling the rebellion should be given to Count Benkendorf, Count Aleksey Orlov, and others for their persistence and so forth."
As soon as Arthur finished speaking, he noticed all eyes turning to a middle-aged man who was drinking alone in the corner of the hall.
Arthur asked in surprise: "What’s the matter?"
Kind-hearted Miss Helena the Duke raised her fan to cover her mouth and whispered: "You just ntioned that gentleman’s brother’s na, and by the way, on the day of the Decembrist revolt, that gentleman was present on-site, only his stance was with the rebels..."
With a slight recall, Arthur imdiately guessed the person’s identity: "You an Count Aleksey Orlov’s brother? Is he General Mikhail Orlov of the Orlov family?"
Miss Helena exclaid in surprise: "How do you know him?"
Arthur chuckled softly: "Coincidentally, Mr. Zubkov just brought up this gentleman to earlier this morning."
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