Domineering Daming

Speaking of it, it was almost the end of the year, plus it would take more than a year and a half, this trip to sea was actually more than three years, Zhu Youjian was really homesick.

Li Yizao followed and said: "The land of western barbarians is a country of tigers and wolves. It is in danger every step of the way. We should return as soon as possible. However, there are still many things to do. I want to go there in person. Can we go back in two batches?"

Another mission of Li Yizao is to conduct a comprehensive investigation of the technological situation in Europe, sort it out, and then bring it back.

Feng Zhu was startled, but he didn't think about this question. He pondered and said, "It's okay. Even if our fleet is unfamiliar, we can follow the Spanish merchant ships, but it will be a little dangerous."

Drifting thousands of miles away, the country is beyond reach. If something happens, even a piece of news may not be able to be sent back.

Li Yizao smiled calmly and said: "Don't worry, father-in-law, the lower officials will pay attention, and it's nothing to worry about."

Seeing that he had made up his mind, Feng Zhu didn't persuade him much, turned to Oboi and said in a cold voice, "Tomorrow you will escort the prince to see the pope, if they have any threats, call back to our family!"

After this military exercise, they are full of confidence and no longer care about the Holy See.

Aobai's beard trembled, and he said loudly, "Eunuch, don't worry."

Early the next morning, Tang Ruowang came to see Zhu Youjian very happily, and said, "My lord, the Pope is going to see you."

Zhu Youjian was quite calm, and said: "Well, I still have some things to do, please wait a while for the Pope."

Tang Ruowang frowned when he heard Zhu Youjian's frown, and immediately realized that Zhu Youjian was obviously very angry, angry about being imprisoned before, and the unfriendliness of the Holy See.

Tang Ruowang smiled wryly in his heart. He didn't know how things turned out like this. After hesitating again and again, he said, "My lord, the Pope is already waiting. You should go now. You don't want to make any troubles, do you?"

Tang Ruowang is fluent in Chinese, and his embarrassed expression is just right.

Zhu Youjian was expressionless, and said: "You go, the king will go later."

Tang Ruowang wanted to persuade him again, but the corners of his mouth twitched, but he finally left.He knew that His Royal Highness Xin Wang had a rather stubborn temper, and most people would not be able to talk to him.

When Tang Ruowang left, he was already pondering in his heart whether he should ask Maidarzini to come forward and give Ming a step down.

Maidarzini did not come, Zhu Youjian did not go down the steps, and did not leave the small building until noon.

The confrontation between the two sides was silent, and no one refused to bow their heads.

Chapter 1217 The Father of European Democracy

Pope Innocent X prayed silently in the lobby. The huge cross in front of him and the simple statue of Jesus overlooked the world, and there was compassion everywhere.

Maidarzini was a little far away, and she was also praying, kneeling on the ground, pious and quiet.

Innocent X was chanting scriptures in a low voice. After an unknown amount of time, he raised his head, looked at the statue in front of him, and said, "Has the prince not rested yet?"

Maidarzini raised his head and said respectfully: "Yes, not yet."

Innocent X's eyes were full of pity, he was silent for a while, and sighed: "Prepare the meal in the harem, and please accompany the three cardinals. I want to invite His Royal Highness to a banquet, and you will invite it yourself."

Maidarzini looked up at Innocent X and said, "Yes."

Maidarzini turned around and left the church, and went to the small building where Zhu Youjian was.

Only then did Zhu Youjian Shi Shiran appear and came to Pianyu.

"Dear Your Royal Highness, welcome to Rome..." Innocent X was very enthusiastic, first saluted solemnly, and then went to hug Zhu Youjian.

Zhu Youjian was very unaccustomed to this kind of understanding, raised his hand and said, "I am also very honored to come to Rome. I have admired His Majesty for a long time, and I wanted to visit you three days ago."

Innocent X didn't seem to hear Zhu Youjian's ridicule, retracted his open arms, and said: "Your Highness, you are welcome, let me introduce our bishops to you, they are the people of God, loyal messengers ..."

Zhu Youjian listened to the translator's words and looked around, but he didn't know anyone except Maidarzini.

Innocent X was very enthusiastic, as if Zhu Youjian was an old friend he hadn't seen for many years. After the introduction, he invited him to the table again, with a warm spring breeze on his face, and said: "Dear Zhu, I hope that calling you like this will not be too difficult. It makes you feel abrupt, I am full of curiosity about the ancient country in the East, can you introduce it to me?"

Although there are differences between Eastern and Western cultures, there are still many similarities. For example, there is a foreplay before the main topic.

Zhu Youjian was determined in his heart, and he would not refuse anyone who came. He glanced at the translator and said: "Our country has a long history and has been inherited for thousands of years. Today, the country is vast and has hundreds of millions of people. We advocate laws and etiquette. We have established the most suitable system. Yes. The monarch of our country is dominating the world, and the government affairs are entrusted to the cabinet. There are nine cabinet members, one chief assistant, and eight assistants. In order to supervise the officials and ensure their integrity and integrity, the Supervisory Council was established to ensure the integrity of officials. At the same time, we have an independent judicial body, which is not subject to the intervention of the cabinet or other departments. Of course, there is also the promulgation of laws and regulations. We have a parliamentary body with more than 300 people to draft, revise, and improve laws in all aspects. Major matters of the cabinet are also A cabinet vote is required..."

Innocent X and the others listened carefully, but could not help but frown and fell into deep thought.

Zhu Youjian's words can be summed up as follows: the monarchy is false and the three powers are separated.This is completely different from the advocacy of the divine right of kings that is prevailing in Europe!

Several archbishops, especially Maidarzini, looked at Zhu Youjian solemnly, their eyes flickered, and their fists were clenched unconsciously.

This kind of thing is unimaginable for them. If there is no king, a country will definitely fall apart, and it won't last long.

Even in the Papal States, the Pope is also the king!

Zhu Youjian ignored them and continued: "Our army adopts a minimalist approach. Although we have hundreds of millions of people, our army is not large. We hope that the country will be as fair and just as possible. Only in this way , the people can be rich, and the country can make steady progress..."

Innocent X glanced at Maidarzini and the others, holding a cross in his hand, and remained silent.

Zhu Youjian remained motionless, staring at Innocent X's every move. He continued to speak, from the court to the place, all in accordance with the "script" given by Feng Zhu.

He knew that his words had greatly shocked Innocent X, but he didn't know how much his words had affected Europe.

When discussing the development of modern democracy in later generations, it is often believed that the Ming Dynasty was the first to enter, and Zhu Youjian's words were the beginning of European democracy. Many historians even gave him the title of "Father of European Democracy".

These are all things to say later, looking at the eloquent Zhu Youjian, Innocent X dared not let him continue, and interrupted with a smile: "Dear Zhu, the Eastern system is really enviable. I hope that I can go to preach in person, spread the glory of God, and let the people of Ming Dynasty get rid of the pain, bathe in the holy light, and enter heaven after death..."

There is no heaven in the mythology system of Ming Dynasty, but more about going to hell. Zhu Youjian seemed to have not understood the implication of Innocent X's words, and said: "Your Majesty, we don't believe in ghosts and gods. We respect our ancestors because they belonged to them." It is only through hard work that we have what we are today, and we worship the sages, because they wrote books and made us get rid of ignorance and sanctify us..."

Innocent X naturally knew this, but what he didn't expect was that Zhu Youjian resolutely refused after he just tried a little, which surprised him a bit.According to the news from Tang Ruowang, the Ming Dynasty's attitude towards Christianity was "ambiguous", neither banned nor allowed, and there were many underground believers.

Innocent X patiently listened to Zhu Youjian's long speech, glanced at the translation, and still said like a spring breeze: "Dear Zhu, God loves the world and will not treat people differently. Our missionaries are all faithful believers of God. , we fully respect the laws of Ming Dynasty, and we respect the emperor and court of your country as well. Zhu, I hope your country can seriously consider this matter. It will do no harm to your country. We can help your country There are many places, whether in Asia or Europe..."

Obviously, His Majesty the Pope also knew what the missionaries had done overseas or in Europe, and tried to dispel Zhu Youjian's concerns as much as possible.

For such an advanced and populous country as the Ming Dynasty, Innocent X was very eager to preach, and even wished to go there in person. This is a "special honor", which is enough for him to enter heaven after death and become the son of God!

This is a great honor, nothing can compare with it.

Zhu Youjian listened to Innocent X's words, but still refused, saying: "Your Majesty, if I become believers of your God to hundreds of millions of people and obey your words, but you are thousands of miles away, I believe that if you do His Majesty can't allow it either."

Innocent X opened his eyes, his expression became more sincere, and he said: "Dear Zhu, please believe me, I, the Holy See will not harm your country, not a single bit, and we can negotiate a solution to your worries. A safe way to..."

Zhu Youjian looked at Innocent X, seemed to be moved, pondered for a while, and said: "If Your Majesty can find a suitable way to dispel our country's concerns, missionary work can also be discussed."

Innocent X looked excited, and said: "Dear Zhu, I will call everyone to discuss immediately. I believe that there must be a solution that satisfies both of us!"

Zhu Youjian nodded flatly, and said casually: "Your Majesty, I know that your believers are all over the world. Many people in our country are abroad. I hope they can get help from the Holy See when they encounter difficulties..."

Although Christianity has split, they are still believers in God, but the doctrines have conflicted.The current overseas colonists can be said to be religious. If Daming's maritime trade gets their help, even if it is just acquiescence, it will save too much trouble and loss, and the benefits will be unimaginable.

This is one of the purposes of Zhu Youjian's coming to see the Pope.

Innocent X had nothing to do with this, and said with a kind smile: "Whether you believe in God or not, you are God's people. I will tell the Holy See that no matter where they are, Ming people are our brothers. Courtesy reception..."