Struggle in Russia

It can be seen that Li Xiao is preparing to invest in Prussia's railway construction on a large scale, and he is actually willing to invest half of the funds in it. This is quite promising.

This surprised Nikolai Milyutin. Of course he understood the importance of railways, but the problem was that if Prussia wanted to build railways, Russia should also build them? Why not invest in domestic railway projects?

"Because domestic railway projects are likely to be a loss-making business," Li Xiao answered bluntly, "Although His Majesty has specially established the National Railway Company and is preparing to build a large number of railway lines, most of them lack planning and funds. We need to advance funds, not to mention that we don’t have the power to operate, so what’s the point?”

Just as Nikolai Milyutin was about to say something, he added: "What's more, the construction in China is extremely difficult, with frozen soil and swamps all over the place, and the cost of railway construction is not generally high. This will further increase cost pressure. With our It’s very difficult to do it financially.”

Nikolai Milyutin stopped talking now, because he knew that what Li Xiao said was right. He also had an in-depth understanding of the railway issue. After consulting with many foreign companies, he found that building railways in Russia was much more difficult than in Western Europe. .

If you include the related troubles caused by political risks, building a railway in Russia will turn into a loss-making business if it goes wrong.

It's just that as a Russian, it is difficult for him to accept emotionally that he has money to invest in foreign countries to build railways but does not care about the life and death of his own country. This is too much.

Li Xiao sighed and replied: "It's not that I'm unpatriotic, but the real problem we are facing now is the financial pressure to make profits. We must make enough money in a very short time to maintain education expenses... and build railways in the country. This is simply not possible, and Prussia is much superior in terms of construction difficulty and national policies. Our goal is not to build railways but to earn education funds!”

Nikolai Milyutin stopped talking immediately, because he knew that Li Xiao was right. Railway construction was indeed important, but it was not that important compared with basic education. Good steel must be used wisely, and their precious funds must first resolve education issues.

What's more, Alexander II was also building railways. With the support of state power, compared to basic education, which almost no one cared about, it could be said that they were really wealthy.

In this case, there is really no need to start building railways at this time.

But he still felt a little regretful. How he wished he could not only build railways but also engage in education!

Li Xiao sighed: "Why don't I hope so? The problem is that there is no money."

A penny stumps a heroic man. At this moment, Nikolai Milyutin deeply understands the pain of having no money. There are obviously so many projects that need funds, but the conservative men in the country would rather spend their days and nights and hide the money in the vault to rust than take it out.

This group of modern Grandets can really **** people off. For them, when they have money, their first choice is to move abroad to retire, rather than investing in the country to let their poor and backward motherland catch up.

Forget it, there’s no point in saying this. Nikolai Milyutin has finally approved Li Xiao’s investment direction. The next question is very simple. Who will be responsible for solving education issues?

Yes, education is not just about building schools if you have money. Building schools is one thing, hiring teachers is another. How to manage so many schools is a big problem. In this regard, Li Xiao directly showed his hands and said: "I don't know anything about this. You need to find more professional people to be responsible for the operation..."

Nikolai Milyuting looked at Li Xiao. In fact, he hoped that Li Xiao would take the initiative to take charge of this matter. After all, this kid has many tricks up his sleeve, and many things that others seem to be difficult are as easy as playing in his hands. How many disputes and troubles can be avoided by having such a person to manage school issues?

It's a pity that someone just said he couldn't do it. It's really a pity.

However, he couldn't force him to consider someone's outstanding contribution. He could only sigh: "Okay, although I think you are very suitable to be responsible for running the foundation... but since you feel that you are not suitable, then I will not force it."

After a slight pause, he continued: "The reform bill has been passed, which means that we have won the battle with His Majesty. Do you have any other suggestions for the "Voice of Liberty" case?"

Li Xiao looked at him and knew that this soft-hearted man had relapsed into his old habit. He just felt that the reform policy had been implemented and the major things had been completed, and the case was not so important that he could consider giving in to save Alexander II's face.

In Li Xiao's view, this idea is extremely childish and naive. Political @# struggle is not a treat for dinner. You can treat me well and everyone can be a harmonious family.

To put it bluntly, even if we treat guests to dinner, we still have to pay for it. Now you have finally won over Alexander II, and then you turn around and pity him, ready to rush to foot the bill to make him happy?

Isn't this stupid?

Even if you rush to buy the order, will Alexander II be grateful for your kindness? Do you think you are a nice person?

It's not good at all. If you go to Shuyuan www.zhaoshuyuuan.com, he is not from the same group as the reformists, and he won't appreciate it at all. All your good intentions are nothing but annoying. What’s the point?

In short, this is stupid, and Li Xiao firmly opposes it.

"The case of the "Voice of Liberty" must not be dealt with vaguely. On the contrary, we should concentrate our efforts and work overtime to try to obtain the best result. If we can defeat His Majesty's attempt in this case again, it means a comprehensive victory... No matter who it is in the future We don’t dare to go against the reform easily, it’s particularly significant!”

Nikolai Milyuting had guessed that Li Xiao would have such an attitude, but Li Xiao's determination and toughness still left a deep impression on him.

He frowned and said, "But wouldn't this seem too aggressive?"

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Aggressive? Once upon a time when we could only survive in the cracks, did those conservatives reflect on whether their behavior was too aggressive? I think the enemy must be treated as cold as winter, taking advantage of The right thing to do is to kill them because they are weak. Now is the time to go after the bandit. How can we let them go so easily?"

Nikolai Milyutin stopped talking. After a while, he sighed and said sadly: "Well, since you also mean this, then I won't insist on it... Tsk, I still think it's a bit too much!"

Li Xiao shook his head in his heart. Apparently Nikolai Milyutin and other reformist bosses had already discussed this topic. Obviously the other bosses did not agree with his concession, so he found a way to do the work himself.

Also, if he can agree, then other reformist big guys will really change their attitude if they don't agree... It's just that Li Xiao is not that stupid!