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His orders had initially called for him to proceed to Edo and conduct negotiations there, but the Russian government later decided it would be better to show respect for Japanese law by proceeding to Nagasaki, the port designated for intercourse with foreign countries, in this way establishing a contrast with the Americans, who had brazenly sailed

Yet, his career continued to progress until one day, at the age of 49, he collapsed in his office on the 20th floor, surrounded by glass walls offering a stunning view of the city. A lengthy hospital stay ensued, during which he was forced to completely shut out professional concerns to recover. For the first time since his childhood, he had time f