Chapter 1050 Visit (Part 2)

David Leboeuf's hint should be said to be very obvious, almost saying clearly: "Old man, do you see, this is Mr. Diomede who made trouble in Wallachia. Now we We’re going to change the battlefield and come to Hungary to cause trouble, so what, if it’s convenient, how about you cooperate?”

It stands to reason that the Earl of Perth should be able to hear it, but he should be cautious in everything. This time the Earl of Perth encountered an unexpected situation. Due to the impact of the February Revolution, the Earl of Perth's largest backstage in the country collapsed. In the past few months, he has been busy running for his own future. On the one hand, he contacted The old owner looked to see if he could turn the tide, but later saw that he couldn't do anything and could only redouble his efforts to rely on connections to avoid being liquidated.

All in all, this guy's entire mind was focused on his own personal affairs, and he didn't care about other things at all. Occasionally, I may have caught a glimpse of David Leboeuf's great achievements, but I didn't take it to heart at all, and I had no impression of a certain name named Diomede.

Naturally, he didn't understand David Leboeuf's hint at all, and he had no idea what kind of riddle the other party was trying to make.

David Leboeuf looked at the confused Earl of Perth and cursed in his heart. He felt that his old face had been completely disgraced today. What if Li Xiao misunderstood that France's senior diplomats were all from Perth? Such a bird-like appearance is really embarrassing and has been sent abroad.

David Leboeuf immediately became anxious: "Your Excellency, the current situation in Austria is the time for us to show our strength and make a difference... and Mr. Diomede saw this opportunity and came here specially..."

At this time, no matter how slow Perth was, he understood what was going on. It turned out that the other party was not here to invest, but to trick the Austrians. He just said, how could any idiot choose to invest in Hungary at this time? Isn’t that stupid!

Seeing that Perth finally reacted, David Leboeuf secretly wiped his sweat. Is it easy for him?

"Count, Mr. Diomede and I both know very well that if we want to make a difference, we must get your cooperation, so we will visit you first on this trip, hoping to gain your understanding and support!"

To be honest, Perth is actually not very interested in attacking Austria, because he feels that he is like a mud Buddha crossing the river and cannot save himself. He can't even take care of it. How can he have the mind to attack Austria? With this matter, he can keep his official title by pulling connections. Doesn’t it smell good?

Moreover, Perth doesn’t particularly trust Li Xiao, who is too young. What do you think a guy like you can do? Where can a rookie like you get involved in international relations?

So he was not very interested and just said lightly: "So that's it... But the current situation has gradually become clearer. Austria has reached an agreement with Russia. This farce in Hungary should come to an end soon. I think There is very little we can do..."

These words immediately chilled David LeBoeuf - this guy is not interested, what should I do?

If they have no interest or want to participate, you can't force them to do it, right? What's more, he is still the Consul General and has more say in Hungary than him. What should I do? .

David LeBoeuf wanted to be cool, but Li Xiao didn't. He had been observing the conversation between the two just now, especially observing Perth's expression. He was basically sure of one thing - this There is nothing we can do about it! ….Li Xiao felt that the reason why Perth did not respond positively to David LeBoeuf’s words was because LeBoeuf did not understand Perth’s psychology correctly. What's most important to Perth right now? That is naturally to save his precarious future.

So if you want to persuade Perth now, you must stick to this theme, otherwise people will not be interested at all. And Leboeuf just focused on emphasizing how well he did in Wallachia and how awesome his achievements were. This is worthless to Perth!

Li Xiao knew that if he didn't quickly say something interesting about Perth, this time would really be in vain, so he interrupted and wanted to continue talking about how awesome he was or how important it was to France to do things in Hungary right now. Leboeuf turned to Perth and asked another question:

"Dear Earl, I heard that you have been in contact with many parties recently?"

Perth was stunned, because Li Xiao's words were a bit confusing. What do you mean he was contacting multiple parties? Contact what?

However, Perth quickly realized that it was not that Li Xiao's words were incomplete, but that he deliberately did not tell the whole story. They said that he was contacting domestic connections in many ways and trying his best to secure his future.

Li Xiao only told half of the story to save him some face. It's just that, even so, Perth is still a little uncomfortable, because saying this clearly is a bit of a slap in the face and a joke.

The French are famous for being face-conscious and proud to the core. Naturally, Perth was a little annoyed, but he did not have an attack immediately. It was not because he was well-educated, but because he realized that no one would be so stupid or arrogant. He dared to publicly come to slap him, the Consul General, in the face, even if he was a poor Consul General.

Li Xiao obviously brought up this topic suddenly for a purpose. Could it be that...

A trace of enthusiasm flashed in Perth's eyes, and he asked tentatively: "Why, do you, Mr. Diomede, have this relationship?"

To be honest, this question was a bit explicit. Generally speaking, nobles of Perth's level would not be so explicit, but now he did it regardless, which shows how eager he is.

Li Xiao immediately felt confident. As he expected, the other party was only focused on keeping his official title, so it was time to talk.

Li Xiao smiled faintly and said: "I just heard about it. Dear Earl, please forgive me for saying that what you did is extremely unwise!"

When Perth heard the first half of the sentence, he was a little annoyed. It felt like Li Xiao came here to amuse him. But when he heard the second half, he was a little confused. Why was he so unwise?

Li Xiao also knew that there was a limit to cheating and fishing, especially for people like Perth who were eager to get angry. If they were teased, they would fall out, so he immediately explained:

"Your current situation is quite embarrassing. The new government does not appreciate you, and your old relationships cannot play a big role in the new situation... Even if you reluctantly try to make and please some new friends, it still feels like you are improvising. , I’m afraid people may not necessarily believe you!”

Perth was stunned, because Li Xiao made it clear in one sentence his current embarrassment. He is now unreliable, and no one dares to accept him if he wants to have a relationship. Even a large number of "new friends" simply take him as a scapegoat. Do you think this is irritating? .

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