Struggle in Russia

Schwarzenberg felt troublesome, and if he couldn't deal with this difficult grand duchess, everything would be useless. But now the other party’s non-invasive attitude is really difficult to deal with, what should we do?

Not to mention, Schwarzenberg is really a little clever and clever. After trying tough methods just now, he found that the effect is not ideal, knowing that continuing to use strong can only make things more complicated and difficult.

So he immediately changed the flag to the flag, and began to use softness. He hoped that the grand duchess could eat soft food, hoping to fool it with three melons and two dates.

"Madam, you have no understanding of my attitude. I always stand on the side of Austria and the royal family. The reason why I will remind and warn you is to prevent the worst from happening! Personally, I am always willing to do Your Majesty and Grand Duke serve and dedication!"

Princess Sophie naturally didn't believe this kind of nonsense, but she also knew that Schwarzenberg's nonsense could not be believed, but this tone was a sign of concession. And she was not sure and confident enough to show off with each other, the best way is naturally to step back. Now that the other party is about to give in, let's look at the conditions.

"Naturally I believe in your loyalty and your ability to lead Austria out of the predicament..."

After traveling in circles, Princess Sophie asked bluntly: "Then your excellency, what do you think is the best way to solve the current dilemma?"

Schwarzenberg immediately flicked: "In view of the current difficult situation, and in view of your majesty’s personal ability and energy, he cannot cope with this extremely complicated situation... For the sake of your majesty’s body, I think you can consider letting your majesty abdicate in advance. , To change a more energetic and more outstanding person to lead us out of the predicament... I think this is the best solution at the moment!"

As if for fear that Princess Sophie would not agree, he flicked and said, "After all, the people at present have lost confidence in Your Majesty. It is too cruel to continue to let His Majesty reluctantly undertake tasks that he cannot afford. It is too cruel to the country, to the people, It is very unfavorable to your Majesty himself! So choosing a new leader is the best and perfect way!"

This answer is not surprising at all for Princess Sophie. As early as a month ago, there were rumors in the noble circle that Ferdinand I abdicated and chose a new emperor. Even the nose and eyes have long been spread. Now Schwarzenberg has just pierced the last layer of window paper. What's the fuss about?

Princess Sophie nodded slowly, as if agreeing with Schwarzenberg’s opinion, but did not say it. This is also her caution. After all, this kind of thing can’t be overly cautious, even though the old man is a fool. , But Princess Maria Anna of his wife Savoy is not stupid.

Who wants to marry a fool these days? Apart from the queen's status, there is nothing else to attract people. Just like Princess Sophie herself, if it wasn't for her uncle has no heirs, she would not marry an inferior boy like Grand Duke Franz Karl.

Therefore, before finalizing everything, it is best to keep a low profile, lest the implementation is not good. What's more, Princess Sophie couldn't believe in Schwarzenberg at all, so she kept her eyes on her.

Seeing Princess Sophie nodded, Schwarzenberg breathed a sigh of relief. He was really worried that Princess Sophie would object to the replacement of Ferdinand I, and the matter would be serious. Now that the grand prince also agrees to change the emperor, then the next thing is relatively easy.

Of course, Schwarzenberg was not particularly relaxed. After all, it is difficult to say whether his plan to change the emperor will satisfy Princess Sophie’s appetite. After all, they want to change to Grand Duke Franz Joseph, not hers. Husband, Grand Duke Franz Karl. Although her husband and son are both her family members, they have completely different meanings.

Either the Grand Duchess can claim the throne of the Queen, or she is still just a Grand Duchess, this is a world of difference!

But Schwarzenberg was not particularly nervous, because in his opinion the meat is still in Princess Sophie's bowl, and the name of a queen should not be that important.

"In view of the current tension, we agree that your eldest son, Grand Duke Franz Joseph, is the most suitable candidate... Your Excellency is smart, strong, smart and wise. No one is more suitable for that position than him... Uh?"

The shrewd Schwarzenberg obviously realized that he was not in good shape again, because Princess Sophie was shocked by the news, obviously shocked, and obviously very surprised by this plan!

This made Schwarzenberg's heart beat. He knew that the moth was about to come out again. What if the Grand Duchess disagreed?

Suddenly he was nervously observing Princess Sophie's expression, his brain was also rushing, and he seemed to be preparing all kinds of excuses!

Princess Sophie was really surprised, because at first she felt that her husband's succession to the throne was a certainty, because there is no other competitor!

But who would have thought that this competitor would emerge from the diagonal stab, and this group of guys was actually preparing to let the eldest son Franz Joseph replace her husband. What kind of fairy operation is this?

Princess Sophie couldn't figure it out for a while. What did she wait for so many years for? Is it because she loves that fool Franz Carl? How could she love that second stupid son? It's not for being a queen one day.

But now the courtiers actually told her: Well, we didn't plan to let you be a queen. If you can make room for Grand Duke Franz Joseph, if you are affected, go out of business early!

Princess Sophie is naturally unable to accept it completely, but if you say she wants to strongly resist and oppose it, it will not be enough. As Schwarzenberg said, this meat is still in her pot, is it acceptable for her son to be the emperor!

But acceptability does not mean willingness to accept it. The most disgusting place for Princess Sophie of Schwarzenberg's plan is here. She can accept it but it is really disgusting, like being forced to eat a fly.

Naturally, Princess Sophie was stunned. She was thinking carefully about the gains and losses, considering whether there was a less disgusting choice, so after a while, she slowly said to Schwarzenberg: "Your Excellency, your suggestion is really true. I was so surprised... Please allow me to think about such a big thing! I will reply to you as soon as I have a decision, how about it?"

Princess Sophie didn't say anything to death. She hoped to think carefully, and it is best to find a shrewd person to help her analyze it before making a decision.

And here Schwarzenberg didn't dare to push too much. As long as Princess Sophie didn't refuse, he was willing to give the other party some time and naturally agreed...