Iron Dynasty

When he saw the Dutch-style buildings on the coast of Manila, Eric suddenly felt the thrill of the afterlife, and the fear brought to him that night in the city of Geranja slowly disappeared at this moment.

Stephen's expression was the same as Eric's. They didn't wait until the soldiers returned to the battleship with Han-style rifles and machine guns to flee with them. Two thousand Dutch soldiers stayed on the land of Geranza forever.

We can't stay here for too long, the Imperial Chinese fleet will arrive here soon, and Manila is too close to Bohol, where the Imperial garrison is located.

Stephen reminds Eric that now he only wants to go to Jakarta, because from Jakarta they can make a detour from the south to reach India without going through Malacca, but then they will travel twice as far.

Eric's heart was very heavy along the way. Originally, they had a very harmonious relationship with the Chinese Empire. He could even go to Qingzhou to enjoy a good life in his spare time, but all this would be ruined by the idiots in Congress.

Suppressing his anger, Eric said: Congressman Stephen, since you dare to fight against the Chinese Empire, you must understand the consequences you will suffer. Manila is very dangerous, and Yaqda is also very dangerous. Congratulations to the Netherlands, we are going to lose everything in Asia. , fuck Congress idiots!

Stephen's face turned red and purple. He was also a member of Congress, and Eric was scolding him in front of him.

The surprise and suffocation he had received in the past two days also erupted at this moment, he shouted: You can leave the city of Relan to serve the Chinese Empire, why do you follow me, oh, it's not too late for you to go back now.

That's because I'm loyal to Holland, not you idiots. Eric didn't give in.

While the two were arguing, six Dutch warships slowly entered the dock, and the Manila consul Simon was looking at them and shouting: Hey, guys, what are you arguing about, don't get off the ship, I have prepared lunch for you. .

Hearing this voice, the two stopped arguing, grunted angrily, and got off the boat.

Walking in front of Simon, Eric said, Simon, how are you preparing? We will go to Yagda after eating Chinese food. The fleet of the Great Yu Kingdom will arrive here soon.

Simon's face suddenly changed, and he said, Why? Did you already...

Yes, you should ask Stephen about this. Eric didn't want to talk about this topic. In order to govern the colonies in Asia, the Netherlands sent a total of one governor and two administrators. One is to manage Manila, and the other is to manage Jakarta, but Eric has the most power, and both of them must obey him in their positions.

Stephen looked at Simon and nodded, We don't have much time to prepare, the British and the French won't give us much time.

Simon looked complicated. He said, But this is too hasty. If we leave now, we will lose a lot. We have been operating in Manila for many years and have important economic interests here, but the manor and mine are invaluable.

There is no way out. Eric said: We have already started a war with the Chinese Empire. We can only wait to die if we stay here. We will evacuate after lunch. We will not wait for those who are too late to evacuate.

As soon as his words fell, Stephen suddenly said: Simon can't leave here yet, we need him to contain the speed of the Chinese Empire's southward movement, and the coalition also needs time to prepare.

Eric was completely angry, he pointed at Stephen and shouted: Isn't the death of two thousand Dutch soldiers enough? How many more Dutch people do you want to see die.

Stephen was also tired of Eric's attitude. At this time, he took out a power of attorney from Congress and said to Simon seriously: Simon, Congress has granted me the right to temporarily handle all affairs of the Asian Colony, Eric. Immediately now questionable, I demand that you arrest Eric now.

Eric and Simon's eyes were drawn to the red ink pad under the power of attorney, which was indeed a power of attorney from Congress.

Simon hesitated, and finally said, Eric, I have to obey Congress.

With a sarcastic laugh, Eric spread his hands in a gesture of helplessness, and then he was controlled by Simon's soldiers.

There was a proud look on Stephen's face. He had already had enough of this arrogant Asian governor. In his opinion, Eric was too inclined towards the Chinese Empire, which was a cowardly act.

Eric was taken away, and Stephen said to Simon: Immediately mobilize all the soldiers in Manila to build a defense against the attack of the Chinese Empire. If you faithfully implement my orders, I will definitely apply to Congress to let you return home.

Simon's eyes suddenly lit up, and he lived a boring life day after day in this place far away from his hometown for many years. Simon had long wanted to return to the Netherlands.

So he said, Congressman Stephen, I will try my best.

Stephen showed a satisfied smile. After having lunch in Manila, he replenished food and fresh water. In the afternoon, he followed the fleet to Yaqda again.

There, the Dutch have the strongest power in Asia.

On the dock, watching Stephen leave, Simon immediately came to the prison and released Eric.

Facing Simon with a weird smile, Eric showed a puzzled expression.

Eric, you have to help me. Whether I can return to the Netherlands depends on my performance this time. Simon said lightly.

It's impossible! Eric sneered, in fact he understood that Simon was sent here just to restrain him, because the two were always on guard against each other.

Now that it was in his hands, he didn't feel a little sad.

Simon understands that he has no ability to fight, and Eric has fought on the battlefield, which is why he needs Eric.

He said: Don't be in a hurry to answer, think about your relatives in the Netherlands, as long as we finish this battle, we can go back. If we can defeat the empire's attack, you and I will have greater credit. Even if we lose the battle, we can still Fleeing to Jakarta, the Empire doesn't know the oceans nearby like we do.

Eric's expression was a little struggling, and now he was disheartened, and now his only wish was to be returned to the Netherlands.

Thinking of this, he nodded, Okay, I'll help you resist the Chinese Empire, but before that, you'd better prepare a boat, or we'll all die here.

Of course, I have already arranged for someone to go. Now you should go and see how to build a defense. Simon's eyes twinkled.

Compared with Eric, he is more greedy. One of the reasons he stays is to secretly take away the gold he scavenged in Manila. At the same time, he wants to try to get the firearms of the Empire. In this way, his future will be bright.

PS: There is one more chapter, which is a little later.