Chapter 53: Nikola visits Bulgaria

　　Nicholas traveled to Bulgaria, Ferdinand held a grand welcoming ceremony in the Sofia Palace.
　　 According to European rules, curtsy to those who are higher than themselves and have royal titles. Squat down with both legs and knees, take the other foot back half a step, keep your body upright, and look at the recipient with your eyes. To show respect, you can also lower your head.
　　 In order to show the importance of Nicholas, the senior officials of the Bulgarian government all dispatched together, and under the leadership of Ferdinand, respectfully greeted Nicholas.
　　 Ferdinand didn't need to go out in person, but unfortunately he can't send enough royal family members now. In order not to catch the eye of Nikolai, Ferdinand finally went out in person.
　　 After a tedious set of etiquette, Ferdinand as the host, said with a brilliant smile: "Nicholas, welcome you!"
　　 They are also old acquaintances. They have met each other several times. Of course, friendship is limited to a few greetings.
　　 Ferdinand still knows a little about Nikolai. Knowing that he is very arrogant, looks down on people of humble background, and does not like close contact with civilians.
　　I am more jealous of those ministers who are capable, which may have something to do with the political environment in Russia. I am always worried that one day the ministers will take away his monarchy.
　　Ferdinand knew that the pro-Russian faction in Bulgaria was very strong now, and many ministers Nikolai had great expectations and did not care.
　　Born and status determine political position!
　　 Someone from the Russian government may support them, but Nicholas’s character has already been decided, and he cannot be entangled with a group of civilians.
　　 Nicolas also smiled and said, "Thank you! Ferdinand, long time no see! In the words of the Easterners, three days ago, when you look at it with admiration, you have changed so much!"
　　 "Well, people always change, and your changes are not small! You wouldn't say such things before!" Ferdinand directly pushed back.
　　 It seemed that the conversation between the two men was full of guns and rods, which shocked the ministers of Bulgaria, but on this occasion, they did not have their say.
　　 After crossing Ferdinand, after dealing with the great aristocrats, he knew that Westerners and Eastern values ​​are different.
　　 The identities are equal, and there is no need to be implicit in speaking. They are straightforward, and it is easier to receive respect. If you want to beat a horse, you have to test your level, at least Ferdinand thinks he has no such ability.
"Haha, God bless! It seems that you have had a good time recently! I heard in St. Petersburg that you had expelled a bunch of prosecutors and thieves, and you did a good job! Many people used to look away and thought you were a perfect businessman. !" Nicholas said with a smile
"Oh, yes! You have changed a lot with each other. The original Nicholas wouldn't have such a keen observation! By the way, I would like to know that among those who miss you, there is no Sir?" Nan asked
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　　 On the surface of the banquet, the conversation between the two did not seem to be very pleasant! Nikolai didn't even attend the ball, just showed up and passed by in a hurry.
　　Sofia Many people will not sleep tonight, and the people spontaneously turned their attention to Nicholas’s visit.
　　 The ministers who have attended the banquet, some have different looks, some are confident, some are worried, some are happy.
Those who are confident are all loyal to Ferdinand and have faith in him; those who are worried, mostly his supporters, do not want changes to happen, interrupting the development of Bulgaria; those who are happy are dissatisfied with the status quo People seem to perceive opportunities from it.
　　 Oh, these Ferdinands don't care. Through the conversation with Nicholas, he can already be sure that the wheel of history has not changed. Mao Xiong's next strategy has shifted from Europe to the Far East.
　　 "Farewell to the scholars for three days, be admired!" I can't tell if I don't understand Eastern culture.
　　 As the crown prince of Russia, the future czar, will he be too busy to study Oriental culture?
　　 As far as Ferdinand knows, Nikolai is not so studious. The crown prince of the Russian Empire is not as laid back as Edward, and there are a lot of things waiting for him to deal with.
　　 "Ukhtomsky (one of the representatives of the Russian East Movement), it seems that our purpose of coming to Bulgaria can basically be achieved!" Nikolai said happily
　　 Ukhtomsky said calmly: "Yes, your Royal Highness, just the Bulgarian group of turtles. It's easy to get them here, but Grand Duke Ferdinand is a bit difficult to deal with!"
Nicholas said indifferently: "It's nothing more than interest! Ferdinand is indeed surprising, but in just two years, he has taken control of Bulgaria alone! But that's all, Bulgaria is after all a small country, internationally In the battle, it is destined to only depend on the wings of a great power!"
　　 "His Royal Highness, the future of Russia lies in the Far East, and the Balkans are not worth confining us too much energy!" Ukhtomsky preached
Nikolai confidently said: "You are right. Bulgaria is a traditional ally of the empire. The people-to-people relationship between the two countries has always been very good. UU Reading www.uukanshu.com is our natural ally in the Balkans. And now Bulgaria is developing. Soon, you will find that it is already Russia’s largest trading partner in the Balkans, and it’s not difficult to get them here!!"
　　 Ukhtomsky asked in surprise: "His Royal Highness intends to use the economy to control Bulgaria?"
　　 Nikolai looked at Ukhtomsky and smiled and said, "Why not?"
　　 "Bulgaria has poor resources! From a geographical point of view, imports from Russia are the cheapest. The faster they develop, the more they cannot do without us!!!"
Ukhtomsky was lost in thought, "Yes, Bulgaria started the road to industrialization, and the resources it needs are certainly not self-sufficient, and must be imported! There are many countries in the world that can provide resources, but they are economically feasible. In Ukraine, there is no choice!"
Seeing Ukhtomsky’s worries, Nikolai thought he was worried about the future of Russia’s national policy, and immediately promised: "Ukhtomsky does not have to worry. The future strategy of the empire lies in the Far East. The establishment of a yellow Russia is history. The mission given to us!"
Knowing that Nikolai had misunderstood, Ukhtomsky quickly explained: "His Royal Highness, I am not worried that it will affect the future national policy! Now there are a lot of problems in the Balkan countries. Bulgaria's development can be described as a unique player. I am afraid that the future will Break the regional balance!"
Nikolai nodded, thought about it, and said: "You have been thinking about it. Bulgaria is too small. Even if it develops, it will be Belgium at most. Even so, we also solved the Far East problem at that time, and there was enough The power of the world suppressed them!"
　　Nikola may not know that the most primitive wiretap has been installed where they talked, and it has now reached Ferdinand’s ears.