Saint Petersburg.
Winter Palace.
Catherine II reclined on a finely carved chair, glanced at the British Foreign Minister, and wearily extended a finger.
Her health no longer allowed her to handle state affairs. Only envoys from major countries like England could gain a brief audience with her.
Zubov immediately "translated" for her: "Mr. Fox, Her Majesty believes that one month is sufficient for your country to evacuate all your citizens from Tehran."
"No, you know, Persia is mountains everywhere. Plus, the turmoil will also affect the journey," Fox said, "It would take at least three months to reach Ahvaz."
Catherine II waved her hand impatiently.
Zubov followed with, "Let's leave it at that."
Fox furrowed his brow and said solemnly, "Your country's invasion of Persia has already affected our trade in the Persian Gulf. If any more British people lose their lives due to this war, I cannot guarantee that Congress will not decide to intervene in the Persian situation."
