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The tsar and tsarina fall under the influence of Rasputin, autocracy is degrading, Russia needs renewal – a constitutional monarchy or even a republic… Lykov, released from prison and restored to his position and noble title, is being offered by 'progressive' politicians to participate in a dynastic coup. Lykov is disillusioned with the monarchy, but he is not ready to join the conspirators either. He has to negotiate with both sides, for the sake of peace and order…