Lenin's attitude towards Trotsky's suggestion was completely different from Stalin. As the supreme leader of a party and a country, Lenin never looked at any issue narrowly, so he stopped the two from continuing to quarrel and asked Trotsky with interest:

"Comrade Trotsky, do you have more specific details and implementation methods on this issue? For example, how to identify the counter-revolutionaries among old officers and old intellectuals, such as how to do their ideological work? Can you talk about the specific methods and strategies in detail?"

Lenin's statement made Trotsky feel relieved. To be honest, Trotsky knew very well that his suggestion was quite dangerous. Once this handle was caught by a political enemy, it would be no joke that he could make him suffer, or even lose his political life.

Trotsky is not a fool. Without certain preparation, how could he rashly make this suggestion? Of course, his so-called preparation is quite risky in politics, because all his preparations are placed on Lenin's understanding and support for him.

Are you a little surprised? How could there be any understanding and support between Lenin and Trotsky, who are as powerful as water and fire? No matter how you look at them, they both want each other to be hit and killed by a car when they go out, and choke to death by drinking water. At least according to general understanding, both of them are eager to read each other's jokes.

In fact? In fact, the relationship between Lenin and Trotsky is very subtle and even difficult to describe. They are indeed political enemies and opponents. To be honest, some of the ideas and ideologies of these two are naturally opposite.

Can two people like this pee into a pot? It’s really possible. Don’t believe it!

Because Trotsky knew very well that Lenin had a common enemy with him. Before the biggest enemy fell, as long as he did not make principled mistakes, Lenin would never kill him.

Not only that, Trotsky also knew that Lenin, like him, was eager to do something. Although the specific methods and strategies for doing this career were different, the fundamental goals were also the same. Lenin and he knew that the other party would never deviate from this ideal. In this case, there was a common enemy, so how could he not go hand in hand?

Trotsky was very clear that as long as Lenin recognized his starting point and as long as Lenin believed that his methods and strategies were conducive to solving the current difficult practical problems, Lenin would agree with his suggestions. On the contrary, if Lenin was the one who made the relevant suggestions, he would support them without hesitation.

It has to be said that Trotsky and Lenin are the biggest competitors, and at the same time, these two are also partners who can work closely together. In history, during the most difficult years of the Bolsheviks, it was they who worked together to open up the situation and create the world.

In a sense, partners like Trotsky and Lenin seem to be able to complement each other better. Not for ordinary friends and collaborators, neither of them will indulge each other's mistakes because of face. On the contrary, as long as the other party makes any mistakes, they may be greatly encouraged by the other party.

The invisible sense of urgency forces these two people to make fewer mistakes. Try to do their own work well and leave no opportunities or handles for each other. In a sense, this kind of cooperation is perfect.

While listening carefully to Trotsky's specific explanation of his suggestion, Lenin did not miss any opportunity to explore the unrealistic parts of this suggestion. During the enthusiastic "confrontation" between the two mentors, Trotsky's suggestions were quickly supplemented and improved. Although it could not be perfect, it also avoided a lot of problems.

During this period, the other Central Committee members could only watch the performances of the two mentors foolishly. Even members of the Politburo such as Sverdlov and Derrensky could only get in touch.

What, what do you ask Stalin? This guy has always been unfavorable in meetings, and silence is gold, which is his best code name. What's more, Steel does not agree with Trotsky's suggestions, whether based on political needs or inwardly. The more enthusiastic the discussion between the tutor and Trotsky, the more perfect the suggestion, the more uncomfortable it feels in Steel's heart.

The meeting was just halfway through, and Stalin had already left the meeting and hid alone in the remote corner of Smolny Palace and went to smoke his pipe in a dull manner. This was the only confrontation or opposition strategy he could adopt now.

Yes, from the time Lenin began to ask about the specific matters in the suggestion, Stalin knew that the tutor would not stand on his side. This result made him a little angry and discouraged, and even felt that the tutor was absurd and betrayed the proletariat.

However, he has no choice but to decide whether the teacher’s behavior is guilty or not. He is not the great dictator who speaks in later generations, but now he is just Lenin’s little follower, and the teacher’s decisions and words are the golden rules.

The discussion quickly came to the results, and the conclusion was similar to history. It was inevitable to appoint old officers and use old intellectuals. The specific implementation details were quickly formulated. Of course, there were still differences between the tutor and Trotsky on some very critical issues. For example, the fatal issue of how to distinguish whether old officers and old intellectuals had counter-revolutionary tendencies. The two have a big difference.

Trotsky was a little bit of a revolutionary mentor. He waved his hand and thought: "There is no need to be too picky about identification issues. Some people with poor history and foundation should be allowed to take the team again. I believe that in the face of the trend of history, most people are aware of the current affairs."

To put it bluntly, Trotsky just didn't want to waste time, and the situation was already very tense. If you had to carefully and detailedly identify every old officer and intellectual, how much time would it take? Maybe when the counter-revolutionaries rise up and attack the capital city, the identification work is still going on in a tense and orderly manner!

If this happens, how much practical significance does the suggestions he put forward have? It would be better to just be as one-size-fits-all as Stalin and not trust them to come happily!

Lenin is definitely not able to accept this kind of rough work style. He grabbed his beard and eyebrows, and he used them no matter good or bad people. This is not a mess! Identification work is very important. The counter-revolutionaries must be eliminated. Even if they cannot be eliminated, those suspects and dangerous counter-revolutionaries must be eliminated.

After a while, the two of them started arguing. As mentioned earlier, the differences between these two people are very big in terms of specific means and methods. Not to mention quarrel, it is possible to fight.

In the end, Derzhinsky could only do peace and work. The iron-faced man suggested: "The identification work cannot be both rough and picky, and take a compromise attitude! As long as the old officers and intellectuals have not made any confrontational revolutions in actual actions, oppose the actions of the Bolsheviks and the proletariat, and can swear allegiance to the Soviets, then the immature behaviors of the past will be gone. How about it?"

To be honest, neither Trotsky nor Lenin would be satisfied with this kind of mixed plan, but at this time both of them understood that if they continue to "adher to principles" and refuse to give in, the matter may be ruined, and they can only give in!

"I basically agree with this principle of screening!" Lenin replied first, "But I want to emphasize two points. First, we cannot trust the old officers and old intellectuals who have defected to us without conditions. We must be vigilant about them in our minds. It is not ruled out that conspirators are mixed in. Especially in the army, in order to maintain the purity of the Red Army, the authority of the political commissar should be strengthened to ensure that the central government's strategic intentions can be truly implemented and implemented!"

Speaking of this, he glanced at Trotsky and said, this is my bottom line. If you still don’t agree, then we have nothing to talk about.

Did Trotsky agree? It should be said that he was unwilling to do so. He believed that if he wanted to hire people, he had to use people without doubt. He used others while using them, and guarded against others like a thief. How did he do this? It was so awkward!

However, before he could speak, Derrensky stepped in front of the speech: "Lenin's opinion is very pertinent, and he cannot relax his vigilance against the bourgeoisie. The necessary monitoring measures are very necessary!"

Trotsky sighed in his heart. Even if he wanted to object, he could not say anything now. Originally, the Lenin faction had a great political power, and Derrynsky would surrender again, and he was simply weak. If he did not agree, it would be impossible to do this.

So Trotsky said in a heavy tone: "I agree with this in principle, but the monitoring measures must also be principled. You cannot make a big fuss about trivial matters, you cannot doubt it because of doubt, you must give evidence!"

Derzhinsky also echoed: "I agree with this!"

Lenin nodded, agreeing to Trotsky's additional opinion. Next he began to say the second article: "Secondly, even if the old officers and old intellectuals are temporarily assigned important tasks and do not conduct too severe screening, it does not mean that the screening work is over. The screening work can be completely divided into several steps, divided into several levels, and passed the screening of a certain level, then the highest authority or position allowed by that level can only be entrusted with. Only through the screening of a higher level can the relevant authority of the old officer and old intellectuals be improved!"

After this article came out, Trotsky couldn't help but tickled. He felt that Lenin was too petty and so heavily guarded, how could he make the old officers and intellectuals feel a sense of belonging, and how could they sincerely work for the Soviets and the Bolsheviks?

However, this time, he still did not object, not to think about it, but to have no way to object, because the "fence-behind" Derrensky once again agreed with Lenin's point of view, how could he object? Moreover, judging from the reactions of the Central Committee members present, most of them agree with Lenin's opinion more. If he continues to object, he will only be unpleasant.

But even if we can't object, it doesn't mean that Trotsky has nothing to say. He can still raise a rational opinion! For example, he immediately raised a very critical and sharp question: "Who, or which organization will be responsible for this very serious screening work?"

The reason for raising this question is that Trotsky actually needs to be a little more careful - the Chika agency has expanded greatly in recent months. When dealing with the issue of counter-revolution, under the command of several powerful leaders, the agency cruelly promoted the anti-counterfeiting work based on the principle of rather than letting go. There are many unjust, false and wrong cases among them! At least Trots basically heard of a lot.

If the screening work is completely entrusted to Cica, then it can be imagined. The entire screening work will develop in the most harsh and most ruthless direction. This is contrary to Trotsky's original intention, and he was worried about handing over this matter to Cica.

And just as he was worried, Sverdlov directly called the name of Chika: "From the establishment of the entire Oxychika, the most important function is to crack down on counter-revolutionary activities. The job of identifying counter-revolutionaries is entirely Chika's job, and it is most appropriate to hand it over to Chika to complete!"

In fact, Sverdlov is not unaware that there are major problems in Cheka's working methods and working principles, but such problems are almost inevitable at present. If the screening work is not handed over to Cheka but to other institutions, it seems that there is a little distrust and doubt about Cheka's work.

Even Sverdlov maliciously speculated that Trotsky was not drunk. He was planning to use the opportunity to smash the charlatan to expand his power in disguise. Therefore, both public and private, Xiao Si had to oppose Lao Tuo and could not do it casually based on Lao Tuo's temperament.

Trotsky bared his teeth in his heart, but said with a smile on the surface: "I personally think that it seems that it is not appropriate to leave this work entirely to Chika to take charge. Chika has recently been established and the institution has not been fully deployed. The current work has greatly exceeded their ability. It is not appropriate to put a burden on them! I think this work should also involve the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection. With Comrade Felix involved, I think no one would doubt the fairness of the results!"

The last sentence. Trotsky said it in a joke tone, but everyone here is a sage. Why can’t he hear it? He is not joking at all, but emphasizing. Derrynsky must participate in this work, otherwise he will not buy it!

Sverdlov was still a little dissatisfied and was about to fight with Trotsky again, but Lenin stopped him, and the mentor decided: "Comrade Trotsky's suggestions are reasonable, and the identification work is complicated and arduous. It is probably impossible to be responsible for the responsibility of a single institution in Cheka... I think it is very appropriate to have Comrade Felix's guidance!"

The tutors had spoken, and he naturally had to agree with what Sverdlov could say. And Trotsky felt a little more comfortable. He felt that Lenin was still giving face and not too much.

It should be said that the meeting will be held to this point, and the issues that should be discussed and not discussed have been solved. When will it last until the breakup will be done? Anyway, Trotsky wants to leave immediately. A few old friends introduced him to a few outstanding talents who are said to be among the old officers and old intellectuals. This group of talents was about to defect to him and took this opportunity to solve their work problems. Trotsky felt that it was necessary to chat and communicate with these people.

However, Trotsky did not succeed, because Lenin not only gave him a face, but the mentor continued to say: "I just initially solved the first problem I raised, but there is another severe problem that has not been solved. The economic situation in our country is already very serious, no! It should be described as terminally ill. The food crisis and the currency crisis are like the sword of Damolik really hanging over our heads. If these two problems are not solved, there is no way to solve the fundamental problem of our country!"

Trotsky immediately put away his impatient thoughts of leaving. Only then did he remember that Lenin had indeed raised two questions before, and he fooled the officer's questions. However, he was helpless in the economic crisis.

Lenin also continued to say at this time: "The people want to eat, dress, our army wants to fight, weapons and ammunition, all of which cost money... But to be honest, the former government left us with almost no family background and spent money in all aspects, but the Allies despicable blockade of us, cut off trade with us, and attempted to trap us with the strategy of blockade! In this case, we must find a solution to the problem immediately, otherwise the consequences will be unimaginable!"

These words had little touch on Trotsky, because he had already known this bad situation, and in fact, the Central Committee members here also knew it clearly. Lenin just replayed the old tune, or Lenin just wanted to increase a little urgency and crisis.

Trotsky believed that after a big talk about the crisis and after shocking the hearts of the Central Committee members, Lenin might say again: "Comrades, please speak freely! Let's work together to find a way to solve this problem!"

Anyway, Trotsky was ready to complain. He felt that Lenin's performance today was really a bit of a problem, so he would only let others find a way, but he could not give any useful opinions. To be honest, he still secretly despised Lenin in his heart, feeling that his performance today was better than Lenin.

Just as Trotsky was imagining, Lenin once again went beyond his expectations. This time, the mentor did not continue to ask others for advice, but came up with his own solution: "Of course, although the situation is very serious, we do not see any hope at all. Comrade Andre made a pioneering attempt, breaking through the Allies' negotiable blockade, and got a batch of precious food for us from abroad... And he not only got food, but also made a very pioneering solution to the food crisis. I personally think this plan is very good... Comrade Yakov, you send the plan and let the comrades take a look..."

PS: I bowed again and thanked me for the powerful killing of Comrade Tudou!
Chapter completed!