Domineering Daming

Then there was the matter of forming an alliance, which was quite complicated, and this was the first time Da Ming had encountered it, and the cabinet officials almost went to the negotiations with a completely bewildered attitude.

Spain put forward a lot of reasons and demands, and then the cabinet began to refute them one by one, putting forward their conditions, and the two sides quickly saw each other.

However, in just three days, the two sides signed a treaty on the establishment of the "World Trade Organization", and decided to set up two institutions in the two places, and looked for opportunities to establish a unified organization, while further negotiating the details.

The treaty on the establishment of the "World Naval United Fleet" was also quickly signed. The two parties decided to establish a joint fleet covering the world. In the next five years, the number of the fleet will reach [-] ships, with more than [-] soldiers, cruising the world's hot spots and key sea lanes, ports, Straits and other important sea areas.

Therefore, this combined fleet is also called the Thousand Fleet Fleet in later generations, and this fleet can be seen in every corner of the world.

The most difficult thing is the alliance between Spain and Ming Dynasty. This negotiation has reached a stalemate. Ming Dynasty has no intention and Spain is eager to wait. There is a gap between the two sides, so it is naturally difficult to reach a quick conclusion.

However, as the negotiations continued to advance, the imprisonment of Zhu Youjian and others was quietly lifted, and they could freely enter and leave the palace, and no one followed them.

In a small church in Lisbon, the long-lost Tang Ruowang appeared to welcome Zhu Youjian and Feng Zhu who came in.

"My lord, Eunuch, long time no see." Tang Ruowang said warmly and politely.

Zhu Youjian didn't like the Xiyi missionary, so he nodded reluctantly.

"Mr. Tang, we have been waiting for you for a long time." Feng Zhu responded with a smile. This Mr. Tang is very important to them now, and he is the most important person to connect with the Pope of the Papal State.

Tang Ruowang looked at the two of them, motioned them to sit down, and said, "I went to see His Majesty the Pope. His Majesty attaches great importance to the East, and he is even more excited about the prince's visit. He has already prepared a grand welcome ceremony in Rome and is waiting for the prince at any time." s arrival."

Zhu Youjian doesn't like these gods and gods, and hates the theory of ghosts and gods, but Tang Ruowang or Christianity are different. This church has a huge influence, and the Ming Dynasty will use their influence to do many things.

Zhu Youjian thought about it, and said: "Our negotiations with Spain will end in at most three days. According to the plan, we will go to Rome by sea. At that time, in addition to calling on His Majesty the Pope, there will also be a military exercise. We hope The church can help contact European countries, city-states and other important officials to observe, and we hope to expand the scope of friends in Europe."

Tang Ruowang could guess a thing or two about the purpose of Ming Dynasty's coming to Europe, did not refuse, and said with a smile: "Don't worry, my lord, our churches are all over Europe, Frank, England, Netherlands, Roman Empire, even Ottoman, Russia are waiting for us I can contact you, and I will send a message to the prince as soon as possible."

When Feng Zhu listened, he was naturally very happy.If they can get together in Rome, they can save a lot of things.

Zhu Youjian nodded, and said indifferently: "That's naturally the best. We hope to return before the end of the year. Outside the forest, we don't want any unpleasantness. Although our fleet is not invincible, if someone covets it, they will definitely pay a heavy price."

Tang Ruowang looked solemnly, and said, "Your Majesty, don't worry, no one will cause chaos in the Pope's country, neither Spain nor Frank."

Zhu Youjian's self-confidence in Tang Ruowang cannot be denied. The etiquette and laws of the Chinese dynasties are quite strict, but dirty things are still emerging one after another. How much restraint does a church like this in Europe have?

Feng Zhu glanced outside and said: "Mr. Tang, I will send someone back to Rome with you to prepare some preliminary matters. In addition, we hope to discuss with all parties about the location and method of the exercise. A joint exercise fully expresses the friendship and sincerity of my Daming."

Tang Ruowang had been in the Ming Dynasty for a long time, and he knew that they wanted to gain prestige, so he said after a little silence, "His Majesty the Pope will definitely arrange this personally."

Feng Zhu nodded and didn't say much.

The situation in Europe is complicated, and it is difficult to explain in a few words, but if Yao Yuan from all over the world can gather in Rome to watch the military exercises of the Ming Dynasty, it will not only establish its prestige, but also confirm the status of the Ming Dynasty as the world's most powerful country, and it will be of great benefit to the Ming Dynasty's maritime trade. , and what's more, you can promote Ming's products, including ships, firearms, porcelain, silk, tea, spices and so on.

This is a rare opportunity that cannot be missed. No one knows when Daming will come here next time.

Zhu Youjian was silent for a moment, and said: "As for your missionary matters in Daming and Asia, we need to communicate with His Majesty the Pope face to face. We will allow you to preach in the East, but the specific details need to be discussed. You should Understand that we are different from other places, our civilization is more than a thousand years ahead of yours."

Tang Ruowang knew that the situation in the Ming Dynasty was complicated. Ming people believed in ancestors and saints. Even if they joined the religion, it was difficult to become a wholehearted believer.But he is confident that as long as he is given time, he will be able to turn the Ming Dynasty or Asia into the kingdom of God's glory!

"His Majesty the Pope is also looking forward to the presence of the prince. He once said that he is very eager to go to the Ming Dynasty and meet His Majesty the great emperor of the Ming Dynasty." Tang Ruowang said.

Zhu Youjian's expression remained unchanged. This was naturally a polite remark, and he didn't say much. He agreed on some approximate time, and then left.

They could not disappear for too long, lest Philip IV become suspicious.

1207 Threat

When Zhu Youjian returned to the palace, Philip IV and others were having a simple dinner.

"Your Majesty, Madrid is urging you to go back as soon as possible. Some people in the parliament are discussing the conquest of the Netherlands, and it is almost impossible to hold back."

"The prime minister has already broken his head over financial affairs, and all the ministers are fighting for it, saying that they can't do things without money..."

"The treasure ship that came from Panama was supposed to arrive three days ago, but it hasn't arrived yet, so it may have been robbed by pirates again."

When some people reported back to Philip IV, they all had expressions on their faces, mixed with anger.

Philip IV looked relaxed and said with a smile: "Our trade treaty with the Ming Dynasty has been reached, and next year's finances are very optimistic. We are enough to slow down. We only tell the Prime Minister about this matter, and others keep it secret."

The trade with the Ming Dynasty and the Treaty of Thousand Ships are of great help to Spain. It can not only alleviate the domestic financial crisis, but also deal with the increasingly threatening enemies overseas, such as the Netherlands and England.

The few people who spoke just now nodded. They participated in the negotiation and knew the situation.If it goes well next year, it may bring tens of millions of silver income to Spain!

For Spain, which is financially exhausted, it can't wait for the rain to come after a long drought.

An official said: "Then, do you want the Prime Minister to make some preparations, prepare the things that the Ming Dynasty wants, and build a larger fleet to ensure the safety of the route?"

"We plan to send a fleet to welcome the Ming Dynasty in the first half and the second half of the way." Philip IV said, in his opinion, the cooperation with the Ming Dynasty, in general, Spain has taken advantage of it, and he is very proud.

"We ordered 50 medium ships and 200 small ships from the Ming Dynasty, totaling [-] taels, and there are also many firearms. These, together with porcelain and tea, will be delivered to us in batches next year. The first batch The total amount is around [-] million taels..."

"Our first batch of grain to the Ming Dynasty will be worth about 200 million taels after June next year. Once it arrives at the designated port of the Ming Dynasty, he will pay us in cash and escort half of the journey..."

"We are already deleting the base of the United Fleet, and the navy is already making relevant arrangements. Specifically, we need to send people to the Ming Dynasty to make a general plan. Before the end of next year, everything can be finalized..."

Philip IV listened to them talking continuously, and he was very satisfied and happier.

These things are good for Spain. Let him sweep away the immediate crisis, free up his hands to carry out reforms, and deal with the enemies around him. In five years, not three years, he can make Spain take off again and realize the former Glory!

"Your Majesty, the Ming Dynasty seems unwilling to form an alliance. They don't want to be involved in the war." The admiral said loudly.

Their economic and trade negotiations with the Ming Dynasty, the United Fleet and other negotiations went smoothly, but the "Alliance" stagnated.The Ming Dynasty gave them the feeling that they were unwilling, only willing to trade, not to war, not at all.

Philip IV ate something and didn't speak immediately.

He also felt these things, but he became more determined to pull Ming Dynasty to his side.

The Ming Dynasty is too far away, and it can contain the Ottoman Empire when necessary. This is natural and the most suitable ally, and it must not be let go.

"Zhu, where did you go?" Philip IV looked up at Ocundo.

Ao Kundo was expressionless, and said: "It is said that he was out of the palace to get some air, and he is coming back soon."

Philip IV wiped his mouth and said with a smile, "Tonight, I want to have a good talk with Zhu."

Everyone was silent. At this time, Queen Elizabeth came over and said with some doubts: "Zhu, I don't seem to like Mary very much. I haven't seen her once since then, and I never mentioned it."

Mary, in her eyes, is already a rare beauty, and many people in Madrid are fascinated by her.

Philip IV said: "I heard that the Orientals are different from us, and they should look at women differently. No matter what, I will talk to him tonight."

Oquindo then said: "Your Majesty, what should we do about the Ming people's joint military exercise?"

Philip IV touched his chin and said, "You take people there yourself, it must be grand, we need to shock some people."

Oquendo said, "Yes!"