Struggle in Russia

Palmerston is not stupid, he did not put all his hopes on Russell's side, because he also guessed Russell's idea, knowing that this product is not reliable.

So he went directly to the former prime minister Robert Peale, and now the only thing he trusts is the chief designer of the Victorian era.

"My friend, according to what you said, I think your present situation is precarious!"

After listening to Palmerston's description, Peel directly gave his advice: "I am afraid Russell is uneasy and kind. I know him and know his habits. He is now ready to let you go!"

Palmerston was suddenly taken aback, and asked incredulously: "How is it possible? Why?"

Peel smiled slightly: "Because you are in trouble now. You are really out of step with him on diplomatic issues. You sing against him on French issues, Russian issues, and Balkan issues, especially the Wallachian coup, He has been completely offended!"

"Before, it was because he hadn't fully established his foot and needed your strength, but now you are completely superfluous, and even without you, the cabinet can't collapse. And it happens that Cohon has a huge handle on him. In his hand, if he doesn’t play to beat you at this time, then he is really not John Russell!”

Palmerston was stunned, and thought for a long time, he had to admit that Peel's words made sense. Russell really needed his support when he first came to power as prime minister, but for more than a year, Russell has basically stabilized the throne of the prime minister. With the outbreak of revolutions in various European countries, the external pressure on Britain has suddenly reduced, whether it is France , Austria or Russia have no intention to sing a contradiction with Britain or do not spearhead, then Russell is naturally more relaxed.

In this case, even taking away his foreign minister will not lead to the collapse of the cabinet, at best it is just a little trouble. And Palmerston himself knew that Russell actually didn't like himself at all. Now that he has a solid excuse, it's natural to engage him.

Thinking of this, Palmerston was worried, because from the situation, he was afraid that he was more and more fierce, and there was no possibility of turning over. He wondered if he could only contact several good ministers in the cabinet to form an offensive and defensive alliance to protect himself.

It’s just that Peel doesn’t like his behavior: “It’s useless, my friend.”

Peel sighed slightly: "You are a needless struggle. With Russell's cleverness, he may have walked in front of you. I am afraid that he has already promised you the throne of foreign minister. Even if you go to an activity at this time, what do you get Impress others? Are you going to chase Russell out of office?"

This question is really bloody, because Peel is right, unless Palmerston is determined to russell face to face, it is completely useless to engage in tandem, he has too few chips in his hand, there is no way to impress people.

And once he chose to go to war with Russell, it meant that the Whig Party broke down completely, and an internal strife was inevitable. The movement was too great, and Palmerston would never want to see the consequences.

For a long time, Palmerston sighed: "So, I have nowhere to go, I can only get out of my life..."

"I didn't say that!" Pierre said with certainty, "My friend, you still have a way to go!"

Palmerston suddenly got his spirit and stared at Pierre, his expression was saying: "Hurry and tell me! Can't wait!"

Peel did not speak, but just took a sip of black tea slowly, as if he had completely forgotten what he had just said.

Palmerston froze for a moment, then reacted, and immediately said: "I was abrupt, I don't know how you have been recently?"

Peel glanced at him and nodded in satisfaction. "Not bad, but I heard that some goods of the East India Company have been seized in India..."

Palmerston immediately said: "There is such a thing, I will immediately inquire and correct it!"

Peel then put down the cup and said, "The best way for you now is to retreat!"

"Retreat in advance?" Palmerston asked puzzled. "How to advance in retreat?"

"Your Majesty and Russell don’t like you, let alone your foreign policy. Your continued stay in the position of Foreign Minister is nothing but self-satisfaction. If you resign immediately and you are afraid that you will be cold, it is better to tell Russell to consider Give up the position of Foreign Minister, but cannot withdraw from the Cabinet, and all your previous policies in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs must continue to be implemented..."

Palmerston thought for a while and thought, "I still feel a little lost doing this..."

Peel laughed: "I'm not asking you to go to Russell right away, let's hold it for a while, calm down, and leave Peel alone, he can't fire you... You quickly drop everything you want to do that is not convenient. Arrange it, especially you can arrange the people you like to the favorite position, and you can drive away the people you don’t like, and go showdown with Russell after you’re done!"

Palmerston immediately understood that it was a heartfelt thumbs-up to Pierre. Worthy of being the old prime minister and the old fritters, it was a real loss. Obviously, according to Peel's strategy, even if he resigns as foreign minister, the new foreign minister cannot change his appointment immediately~www.ltnovel.com~

And his confidants hold the key position of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and his foreign policy is still his same within a year and a half. In the future, it is difficult to say whether Russell's cabinet will last for so long, not to mention that he only promised to give up the position of foreign minister, but he did not agree to naked remarks. He still has a position in the cabinet and can still exert influence!

After Peel's instructions, Palmerston also had a record in his heart. After going back, it was as if the operation was as fast as a tiger. His tossing was soon known to Russell. Of course Russell was unhappy, but there was no way to be unhappy. People are the foreign ministers. It can do anything in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, especially Palmerston. My feet are not afraid of wearing shoes, and I am not afraid of you at all. What can you do?

A few days later, when Palmerston arranged everything properly, he calmly and directly reached Russell to discuss the conditions:

"Your Excellency Prime Minister, in view of the violent slander of the current public opinion is very detrimental to the Cabinet. In order to maintain the authority and unity of the Cabinet, I am willing to resign as the Minister of Foreign Affairs!"

Of course, Russell likes to listen to it, but he also knows that Palmerston is not so good to deal with. He must resign voluntarily and he must be conditional. He will not listen to the request of the goods first...