Domineering Daming

Zheng Zhilong had an epiphany, and immediately said: "Elder-in-law, we can't stay here for a long time, for fear of changing things."

Zheng Zhilong's tone was a bit dignified, and his meaning was clearer. If the negotiations failed to reach a stalemate, the Spaniards would be furious, and they didn't know what they would do.

Aobai said: "Our fleet is always in a state of combat readiness. It is not an option to continue like this, and we will not be able to return to the ship. If something happens, the fleet may not be able to rescue in time."

Zhu Youjian was always uneasy in his heart, and said, "I really have to think of something."

Feng Zhu looked at the crowd, smiled slightly, and said, "Don't worry, Tang Ruowang has already sent a secret letter, and the Pope will intervene within three days at the most. If there is still no agreement reached in Spain, we will have a way to go directly to the Papal State. It should be safe there."

This news made everyone's eyes bright. If the Papal State had a way to rescue them, it would be a good way.

Feng Zhu looked at the expressions of several people, and said again: "Spain is the most powerful country in Europe. If there is hope, we still have to form the first alliance with them, and then we can bring it to the whole of Europe. As the emperor said, maybe one day , I, Ming, will be the arbiter of Europe!"

The arbitrator is tantamount to another mode of rule.

Zheng Zhilong, Aobai and the others had bright eyes and high spirits.Zhu Youjian frowned, but didn't say much.

The fleet of the Ming Dynasty obviously had multiple purposes, bright and dark. Even now, including Zhu Youjian, no one can tell whether the Qianqing Palace has other purposes that have not been disclosed to them.

On the second day, Philip IV and his cronies were suddenly quiet. There was no Rajuyu checked out, and there was no banquet. A group of people seemed to disappear.

Zhu Youjian, Feng Zhu and others were even more natural. They had their own places to go, and they were all trying to leave the palace, and even tried to test Lisbon port.

The strange thing is that Philip IV's people did not stop him, and actually let Ao Bidden board the ship, left the port of Lisbon, and arrived at the fleet.

In the evening, Philip IV still didn't show up. Only Elizabeth came to say a few words of courtesy, arranged dinner for Zhu Youjian and others, and then didn't show up again.

Zhu Youjian and others gathered together, not nervous, but more relaxed, eating dinner leisurely.

Zhu Youjian doesn't like these western foods. He seldom touched them before, but now he eats them with relish.

Feng Zhu and the others were equally happy, and the tone of the chat was quite relaxed.

"The Spaniards' actions can only show that they are guilty and eager. Perhaps, it has only been a few days." Li Yizao said.

"Yes, maybe, the conditions can be better than we expected. The task entrusted by the emperor will definitely be completed." Zheng Zhilong was confident and said excitedly.

Aobai stroked his beard, just drank a glass of red wine, and said with a flushed face, "The Spaniards are bluffing, if we make contact again, we will be tougher. After all, we have the upper hand, how can we let a small country of Err count against you?" gone."

Zhu Youjian looked calm and majestic, and said: "What cannot be allowed must never be allowed. Even if the emperor agrees, this king will never allow it!"

Feng Zhu smiled calmly and said, "Your servant understands."

Regardless of whether he really understood or pretended to be confused, Zhu Youjian said: "Let's let them hang out for another day tomorrow, Zheng Zhilong, you can try again to see if you can return to the fleet, and if you do, don't come back and put some pressure on the Spaniards."

Zheng Zhilong was taken aback, this was the first time Zhu Youjian gave him an order directly, so he couldn't help but look at Feng Zhu.

Feng Zhu was also a little surprised, but immediately said: "Listen to the prince."

Zheng Zhilong raised his hand and said, "Your officer obeys."

Zhu Youjian was expressionless and said, "Is there any news from the capital?"

Feng Zhu shook his head and said, "The journey is too far, so there is no news for now."

Zhu Youjian has always remembered Daming in his heart, or in other words, he only has Daming in his heart. Looking at Feng Zhu, he didn't know whether his words were true or not, but he still said: "Send a letter to the emperor for me, saying that European affairs are complicated and can't be done." Relying on each other, you must stand on your own to be invincible, and we, the people of the Ming court, need to be self-reliant."

Feng Zhu pondered Zhu Youjian's words, without moving his expression, he said: "Yes, I will write it later."

Zhu Youjian didn't speak any more, picked up the wine glass in his hand, and took a sip silently.

Feng Zhu and the others also stopped talking, and they were all waiting, waiting for tomorrow.

Philip IV's patience seemed to be good, and the next day there was still no movement from him, not even Queen Elizabeth.

Zhu Youjian and the others did not go out of the palace, and they were quiet in their rooms. Those who practice calligraphy practice calligraphy, those who draw pictures draw pictures, and those who read books read books. They are surprisingly patient.

Zheng Zhilong left the palace and went straight to Lisbon Port.

Philip IV and the others stood in front of the large French windows, the curtains were half-opened, and they all watched Zheng Zhilong gallop away on horseback.

"Your Majesty, are you really not going to stop him?" the admiral asked, looking at Philip IV.Ming people obviously have a plan for what they are doing, and they should not let them continue.

Oquindo, the Minister of Finance, and others all looked at Philip IV. The two sides were wrestling and competing for patience. It was inevitable that someone would take the opportunity to do something.

Holding red wine in his hand, Philip IV swayed gently, and said: "No, they need us, and we need them too. When the patience of both of us is worn out, we can negotiate calmly and achieve what we want." .”

Ao Kundo and the others were thoughtful and did not speak any more.

What Philip IV said was right, the Ming Dynasty was a great power outside the world, thousands of miles away, there was no threat to them, at least not in front of them.And Spain needs to use the financial resources of the Ming Dynasty to tide over the crisis, and use their power to contain and attack Spain's enemies all over the world.

Similarly, the Ming Dynasty is now in an unprecedented natural disaster, and they need external assistance, especially food. Only Spain can help them in this regard.

In their view, the cooperation between the two parties is inevitable and irreplaceable. It is the general trend and no one can change it!

Now, it is waiting for both parties to lower the price tag.

Zheng Zhilong rode on the horse he brought, and he rode swiftly without hindrance, until he arrived at the port, where there were always three small ships of the Ming Dynasty, quickly greeted Zheng Zhilong, and brought him back to the large fleet thirty miles away.

Zheng Zhilong arrived at the fleet, quickly understood the situation, cleaned up the fleet, and pushed the fleet ten miles away from the shore. The guns were opened wide, and the flags were rustling, just like a big battle.

This naturally alarmed all aspects of Spain, the admiral couldn't hide anymore, found Oboi, and demanded an explanation from the Ming Dynasty while spitting.

The reason Aobai gave was quite simple. They hoped to hold a joint military exercise with Spain and invite European countries to participate in the exercise and observe it.

Philip IV was a little surprised by this, but immediately agreed that this joint military exercise will be held outside Lisbon, and he will invite European countries to participate and observe.

When Zhu Youjian and others heard the news, they didn't think about the calculation behind Philip IV, and they felt relieved.They all know that the real negotiation will be tomorrow, and it is impossible for Philip IV to delay the negotiation after the military exercise.

Chapter 1203 The embryonic form of world rules

Sure enough, the next day, Philip IV's enthusiasm reappeared, and he took Zhu Youjian to eat, with more enthusiasm than ever.

It was rare for Zhu Youjian to smile and greet Philip IV, speaking calmly and politely.

Philip IV served Western food, while Zhu Youjian served Chinese food. The two had different utensils and sat opposite each other, separated by three or four meters.

Philip IV was eating steak, looked at Zhu Youjian and said, "Zhu, I heard that you already have a joint fleet, can you tell me about the situation?"

Zhu Youjian ate rice, took a sip of soup, and took a little heat. With this moment, he finished his words and said: "There is indeed one, mainly participated by Asian countries, to deal with the increasingly rampant pirates and some The rogue country currently has more than 300 large and small warships, more than [-] soldiers, and the monitored sea area exceeds thousands of miles, densely covered with hundreds of bases..."

Obviously, Zhu Youjian was bluffing.

Philip IV’s understanding of Asia came from some missionaries, but these missionaries’ understanding was limited. Listening to Zhu Youjian’s words, Philip IV didn’t know whether he believed it or not, and said: “Then, this union Has the fleet been under the control of your Ming Dynasty?"

Zhu Youjian said: "The joint fleet is commanded by seven people, each dispatched by each country, and the big and small matters are voted on. The commander is naturally from my Ming Dynasty, because we pay most of the money, weapons, ships, soldiers, etc..."

Philip IV nodded slightly, and said, "If Spain joins in and pays enough money, can I send someone for the coach?"