Chapter 53: Nikola visits Bulgaria

Nicholas travelled to Bulgaria, and Ferdinand held a grand welcoming ceremony at the Royal Palace of Sofia.
In accordance with European rules, bow to people who have a higher rank than themselves and have royal titles. Squat with your knees on your legs, and take the other foot back half a step. Keep your body upright. Your eyes can look at the person receiving the gift. You can also lower your head to show respect.
In order to show their importance to Nikola, all senior Bulgarian government officials were dispatched to greet Nikola respectfully and respectfully under the leadership of Ferdinand.
Ferdinand had no need to go out in person, but unfortunately he could not send enough members of the royal family. In order not to catch Nicholas, Ferdinand finally went out in person.
完 After finishing a tedious set of ceremonies, Ferdinand, as the host, said with a bright smile, "Nicholas, welcome you!"
They are also old acquaintances. They have met each other several times, of course, their friendship is limited to several greetings.
Jeff Ferdinand knew a little bit about Nicholas. Knowing that he is very proud, looks down on people of low birth, and does not like to have close contact with civilians.
He is even more jealous of those capable ministers, which may have something to do with Russia's political environment. He is always worried that the ministers will one day take away his monarchy.
Jeff Ferdinand knew that Bulgaria ’s pro-Russian faction was very strong, and many ministers had great expectations and did not care.
Origin, determine political position!
The Russian government may have someone to support them, but Nicholas's character has been determined, and he cannot be mixed with a group of civilians.
Nicholas also smiled and said, "Thank you! Ferdinand, it's been a long time! In the words of the Orientals, don't look at it for three days, when you look at it, your changes are really great!"
"Well, people will always change, and your changes are not small! You never said such things before!" Ferdinand directly went back
It seems that the conversation between the two people was a gun and a stick, which shocked the Bulgarian ministers, but on this occasion, they did not have their say.
After crossing the Ferdinand, after dealing with the nobles, he knew that the values ​​of the Westerners and the East were different.
Identity is equal. Speaking does not need to be implicit, it is straight forward, but it is easier to respect. If you have to slap the horse, you have to test your level, at least Ferdinand thinks he has no ability.
"Haha, God bless !!!! It seems that you have been good recently! I heard in Saint Petersburg that you have expelled a group of chaotic thieves and you did a good job! Many people have seen it before and thought you were a full businessman Nicholas said with a smile.
"Oh, yes! You have changed a lot from each other. The original Nicholas would not have such a keen observation! By the way, I would like to know that there are no lords among those who look away?" Asked Nan Nan
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表面 On the surface of the banquet, it seems that the conversation between the two is not very pleasant! Nicholas didn't even participate in the prom, but just made a face and hurried past.
Many people in Sofia will not be able to sleep tonight, and the people spontaneously turned their attention to Nikola's visit.
的 The ministers who have attended the banquet, some people have different looks, some have good ideas, some are worried, some are happy.
Fertile people are faithful to Ferdinand; those who are worried are mostly his supporters who do not want to change things and interrupt the development of Bulgaria; those who are happy are dissatisfied with the status quo People seem to be aware of opportunities.
Alas, none of these Ferdinands cares. Through conversations with Nicholas, he can be sure that the wheels of history have not changed. Mao Xiong's next strategy has begun from Europe to the Far East.
"Friday, don't look at it for three days!" You can't say without understanding Oriental culture.
As the crown prince of Russia and the future tsar, nothing will be too painful to study Eastern culture?
As far as Ferdinand knows, Nicholas is not so easy to learn, the Crown Prince of the Russian Empire is not as leisurely as Edward, and there are a lot of things waiting for him to handle.
"Ukhtomsky (one of the representatives of the Russian Eastward), it seems that our purpose of coming to Bulgaria can basically be achieved!" Nikola said happily
Ukhtomsky said calmly, "Yes, the Crown Prince, it ’s easy to pull them over, but it ’s difficult for Grand Duc Ferdinand!"
Nicholas said indifferently: "It's nothing more than interest! Ferdinand is really surprising, but in just two years, he has taken control of Bulgaria alone! But that's all, Bulgaria is just a small country after all, internationally. In the battle, it is destined to depend on the wings of the great power! "
"His Highness, Russia's future is in the Far East, and the Balkans are not worth restraining us too much energy!" Ukhtomsky preached
Nikola said confidently: "You are right, Bulgaria is a traditional ally of the empire, and the civil relations between the two countries have always been very good. UU reading www.uukanshu.com is our natural ally in the Balkans. And now Bulgaria ’s development is Soon, you find that without this place is already Russia's largest trading partner in the Balkans, it is not difficult to pull them over! "
Ukhtomsky asked in surprise: "The Crown Prince intends to use economic control over Bulgaria?"
Nicolas smiled at Ukhtomsky and said, "Why not?"
"Bulgarian resources are barren! Geographically, imports from Russia are the cheapest. The faster they develop, the more they can't do without us!"
Ukhtomsky was lost in thought, "Yes, Bulgaria started its industrialization. The resources needed must not be self-sufficient and must be imported! There are many countries in the world that can provide resources, but economically feasible except Ukraine, there is no choice! "
Seeing Ukhtomsky's concerns, Nicholas thought he was worried about the national policy affecting Russia's future, and immediately promised: "Ukhtomsky need not worry. The future strategy of the empire is in the Far East. The establishment of a yellow Russia is history Give us our mission! "
Ukhtomsky knew that Nicholas had misunderstood, and quickly explained: "His Highness, I am not worried that it will affect future national policies! There are a lot of problems in the Balkan countries now. Bulgaria's development is a unique show. I am afraid that it will Breaking regional balance! "
Nicholas nodded and thought for a moment: "You think about it, Bulgaria's weight is too small, even if it develops, it will be at most one Belgian. Even then, we also solved the Far East problem at that time, enough Power to suppress them! "
Nicholas may not know that the place where they talked has been installed with the most primitive wiretapping device, and it has now reached Ferdinand's ears.