Domineering Daming

Hai Lanzhu woke up and saw Zhu Xu, she almost cried, her eyes were red, she bit her lip and said, "Your Majesty, this concubine is not worthy of you..."

Zhu Xu wiped her face with his hand, and said, "It's up to me whether it's worth it or not. Rest well, take care of your body, and take care of our son."

Hai Lanzhu burst into tears immediately, sobbing and unable to speak.

Zhu Xu stayed with her for quite a while, until Hai Lanzhu fell asleep again, then quietly left and returned to Kunning Palace.

Early the next morning, when he came out of Kunning Palace, Zhang Yun followed behind and said softly, "Your Majesty, I have prepared a few more clothes and shoes for you. Be careful, it's cold recently."

This was prepared by Li Jieyu before, and Zhu Xu ordered someone to take it, put his arms around her waist, and said: "Well, I understand, the harem will be handed over to you."

"Hmm." Zhang Yun hummed heavily.

Zhu Xu took a deep breath, strode out of Kunning Palace, went to Qianqing Palace, and then went straight out of the palace.

Under the protection of a team of imperial guards, Zhu Xu quickly left the city and rushed eastward at full speed.

The Ministry of Industry's magnificent road construction projects in recent years have two key points, one is South Zhili and the other is North Zhili. Among them, the surrounding area of ​​the capital is the most important, and the greatest efforts have been made.

Starting from the capital, there is a cement road about five feet wide, which leads directly to Tianjin Wei, divided into official roads and civilian roads.

Zhu Xu's carriage was on the official road without hindrance, and it was running fast. More than a dozen carriages were lined up in a row, and there were hundreds of guards on horseback, guarding both sides.

Inside the carriage, there were Zhu Xu, Cao Huachun, and Feng Zhu, and there were more than a dozen thick books piled up in the middle.

Zhu Xu staggered, looked at Feng Zhu and said, "Do you remember what I said?"

Feng Zhu bowed his body and said respectfully: "The emperor is relieved, the servants will remember. The servants will definitely do better than the eunuch of the three treasures. They will make me famous overseas and spread the emperor's benevolence to Xiyi."

Zhu Xu nodded slightly, and said: "Keep these words in your heart, and you still have to bend down and do things seriously. Most of the things I explained are begged by Xiyi people, but for other requests, we must do our best. Especially If those few pieces of land can be bought, no matter how much money it takes, it doesn’t matter if there is any trade profit..."

Feng Zhu bowed and listened carefully.

In the past six months, he has heard a lot, and Zhu Xu has caught him from time to time to say something, and there are some scattered things written by Zhu Xu. Do it, at this moment, I dare not be careless.

Zhu Xu looked at the front and said slowly: "Sea exercises, invite the Western Yi countries to send observers or kings, high-ranking officials to take a look, it must be grand. Those countries have to go there, and various treaties must be rolled out, as much as possible. For them to sign, especially when it comes to maritime trade, spheres of influence, and ownership of new territories, it must be clearly agreed. Mutual assistance treaties, global fleet plans, etc., must be used to force them to sign... Apart from these, it is necessary Propagate our Ming culture, the profoundness of our Ming culture, the advanced nature of the state system, the perfection of the law, the strength of the army, the vastness of the country, the abundance of products, and the prosperity of the people... In short, my Ming Dynasty is the kingdom of heaven, superior to them... "

"Yes, this servant has remembered." Feng Zhu was careful not to miss a single word.These are all his merits and virtues left in history, he will not let go of this opportunity, he secretly decided that he will definitely do better than Zheng Sanbao!

Zhu Xu attaches great importance to this visit. On the surface, it is a visit, and it is also an incidental exchange. It will broaden the horizons of Ming people, open the way to the sea, and compete for the interests of maritime trade. But the most fundamental thing is that Zhu Xu wants to snatch The leadership of this world, even the dominance!

Europe is still torn apart and wars are raging endlessly. In a dozen or a few years, they will stop, and the era of sea coachmen in the Netherlands will begin. By that time, Ming has already missed the most critical development opportunity.

This period of time is extremely important to Da Ming, and it must give the European Da Ming a strong and invincible impression. Only in this way can Da Ming obtain the most stable development time during the weakest period without affecting its future status!

Zhu Xu's eyelids kept twitching uncontrollably, and the corners of his eyes felt like needles pricked, and the pain was severe.

He didn't know whether it was a psychological effect or illness, but he was still wandering about this voyage in his heart.

From Asia to Europe, the shortest trip is one year. The sea is stormy and the waves are raging. The current navigation technology is not enough to ensure safety. Europeans go to sea with ten fleets, and it is lucky to return seven, not to mention that they have never sailed far. Deming Fleet.

If it sank halfway or on the way back, Zhu Xu would not be surprised if there was no reply, but he didn't want such a thing to happen!

Zhu Xu was under great psychological pressure. He took a deep breath, looked at Feng Zhu and said, "This fleet, on the surface, believes that the king is an envoy, but everything is under your control. Discuss everything with Zheng Yiguan, Obai and others more carefully. Be careful, don't fight among yourself, my mission is the first, as long as you complete this trip and return safely, my reward will be so rich that you dare not even think about it!"

Feng Zhu was overjoyed at first and then surprised. He quickly knelt down and said in a sharp and deep voice: "Please rest assured, your majesty, with the head as a guarantee, I will definitely complete the task assigned by the emperor!"

Chapter 966 Chahar

This trip to Europe is unpredictable, but Zhu Xu must send someone to take this trip!

Along the way, I asked Feng Zhu again, and even shared some details, for fear that Feng Zhu might make a mistake and not understand what he meant.

Not only Feng Zhu, but even Cao Huachun beside him could see Zhu Xu's uneasiness. If he could escape, he might have to go there himself. This shows how important this matter is to Zhu Xu's heart.

Feng Zhu is also Zhu Xu's old man in the palace, he is very good at measuring and trying his best to give Zhu Xu peace of mind.

After a while, Zhu Xu came to his senses, took a deep breath, waved his hand and said, "Okay, let's stop here. I'll be waiting for your good news in the capital, go early and return early, safe journey."

Feng Zhu bowed and said, "Your maid obeys the order."

Zhu Xu nodded slightly. Hearing the sound of horseshoes outside, he felt a little more stable.

Fortunately, there will be some support along the way. With such a large fleet, most people dare not make up their minds. Going along the mainland, the risk should be controllable.

The carriage stopped shortly after leaving the city.

"Nicklu is meeting His Majesty the Emperor of Ming Dynasty." Outside the carriage, an awkward Chinese sounded.

"National teacher, please come in." Zhu Xu's loud laughter came out of the car.

Cao Huachun raised the curtain of the car, and Nicklu, who was dressed in thick cotton clothes, walked in and saluted Zhu Xu again: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhu Xu looked at Nikolu, who was also an acquaintance. Compared with the past, he is now thinner, with a dusty face, but his eyes are full of obscure light.

"Master Lao has been waiting for a long time." Zhu Xu looked at Nick Lu with a smile and said.

Nick Lutong looked at Zhu Xu calmly. Compared with a few years ago, the Ming emperor in front of him was more restrained, confident, and his speech and demeanor had a somewhat "profound" flavor.

Nick Lu was cautious, bowed again, and said: "Your Majesty has a lot of things to do every day, and it is only natural for your servants to wait."

Seeing Niklu's unmoving face, Zhu Xu smiled more and said, "The national teacher is far away, have you ever walked around? The scenery in my Ming Dynasty is not like the desert, but the grassland. It should have a different flavor, right?"

Nick Lu said: "The prosperity of the single capital has already opened the eyes of my ministers, and I can't forget to go back. The prosperity of the Ming Dynasty is unique in the world."

The words "the only one in the world" are very particular, Zhu Xu didn't seem to hear it, and said directly: "Chahar doesn't touch the sea, and I can take the national teacher to see the sea, and I can stay for a few more days."

Nicklu's expression was unmoved, but his heart tightened, and he looked at Zhu Xu with narrowed pupils.

It takes at least two days to go back and forth from the capital to see the sea. What is the Emperor of Ming doing?What's the plan?

Nicklu's expression unconsciously showed a trace of vigilance, and he leaned forward and said, "Thank you for your kindness, my ministers are here this time to congratulate the emperor on his wedding and the ten thousand years of Ming Dynasty. The other is to escort this year's tribute to express his appreciation Hal's respect for His Majesty the Ming Emperor."

Zhu Xu nodded with a smile, and said: "The Ministry of Rites has sent me the list of ceremonies. King Shunping has a heart, and the national teacher is also working hard. Let's stay in the capital for a few more days. I have a lot of things to do, and I hope to ask the national teacher for advice."

King Shunping, the title given to Lin Danhan by Daming.

If it was an ordinary emperor, he would definitely think it was a polite remark, but Nikul's heart was beating wildly, the person in front of him was not an ordinary emperor!

He has done in-depth research on the Ming Emperor in front of him. This person doesn't like rules and dislikes etiquette. The action is just that no one can detect it in advance.

"Is this going to detain me? The Ming Dynasty is determined to attack Chahar? No, there is no news about the Ming Dynasty, and it is still at an important juncture to renovate the internal affairs, and the Ming Dynasty is not sure, no, no, no ..."

Nicklu was in a state of confusion for a moment, with all kinds of thoughts intertwined and coming one after another, unable to settle down.

Zhu Xu didn't pay attention to Nick Lu's expression, looked at the front, and said, "National Teacher, can you play my Ming's Go?"

Nicklu looked slightly startled, and immediately said: "Your Majesty, Chahar's people's livelihood has been difficult recently. Cattle, sheep, and horses have starved to death and frozen to death. Please allow your Majesty to allow the herdsmen in Chahar to enter the customs to escape the cold. Cloth, etc. can help..."