Domineering Daming

Li Yizao was calmer, and said: "My lord, father-in-law, whether it is the Netherlands or Spain, the agreements we signed with them are written in black and white. It is hard to say whether they can be implemented. Don't be too happy."

Zhu Youjian's excited smile froze a little bit, he realized something, and then turned his head again, and said: "Even if it doesn't meet our requirements, half of it is excellent, so don't be too demanding."

Feng Zhu looked at Li Yizao, and said: "Be prepared, when the time comes, we will go in two ways, passing through Egypt and heading directly to Malacca, and I will find a way to contact the United Fleet to meet them. This way is Oboi leading you to wait for six Officials, bring those documents and contracts, and report to the emperor first, and the prince and I will lead the fleet back along the original route, and we will not be able to go back until the end of Jingzheng six at least..."

Li Yizao raised his hand and said: "Yes, I obey the order, so I will step up my preparations."

Feng Zhu nodded, feeling inexplicably relieved.

This trip finally has an end.

Zhu Youjian didn't say much. Although he missed Daming in his heart, he couldn't leave the entire fleet and run back alone.

It has been six years since Jingzheng, and it is only four years now, and there are still nearly two years left.

When Zhu Youjian and others were preparing to pack their bags, the debates within the Holy See also continued one after another without stopping.

The main combat faction of the previous wave reappeared, quite turbulently, and sternly rejected the conditions of the Ming Dynasty, which caused Maidarzini quite a headache.

He could feel that the Ming Dynasty was very wary of the Holy See, and it would be very difficult to convince the Ming Dynasty. If the Ming Dynasty did not nod, let alone preaching in the East, they would not even have a foothold.

"What exactly are we going to do?"

Maidarzini was very distressed, the Pope wanted to preach, and the Ming Dynasty was vigilant, how could they find a point that both parties were satisfied with?

At this time, a believer came in and whispered in Maidarzini's ear: "Your Excellency, there is a change in the fleet of the Ming Dynasty. They... seem to be leaving."

Maidarzini's face changed suddenly. Naturally, he couldn't let Zhu Youjian go without reaching an agreement, otherwise he would lose the Pope's trust, and he would be the next one to be burned to death on the cross!

"I see." Maidarzini waved his hand, his eyes flickered violently, got up again, and went to Zhu Youjian's room.

The two sat opposite each other, and after the polite chat, Qiqi fell silent.This is a kind of non-embarrassment, knowing each other well.

This can be said to be their last negotiation, and they are about to take out the last bargaining chip. They have no idea whether the negotiation can be completed, so they are still hesitating.

Zhu Youjian was quite calm, with no expression on his face. When it comes to raising qi, he is absolutely second to none. He is not in a hurry, and has no intention of opening his mouth at all.

The time of silence is the most tormented. Maidarzini persisted for a long time, raised his head, and said: "Your Highness, there cannot be two gods in the sky, and there cannot be two popes on the earth. The Holy See can appoint an archbishop in the Ming Dynasty to be in charge For all the religious affairs in the East, the Holy See does not require the appointment of archbishops and bishops. Of course, the archbishop must have enough respect for your majesty."

Zhu Youjian was dissatisfied with this, and said: "Your Excellency, the Holy See is not a purely religious institution. We don't want the Holy See to interfere in our country's government affairs. Our cabinet must have the power to manage all affairs of the church. The church cannot be a legal institution." outside."

Religious believers are the people of God, so naturally they cannot be influenced by the world, let alone be controlled.

Maidarzini looked at Zhu Youjian with a solemn expression, and said: "Your Highness, you should know that these His Majesty the Pope will not accept it, nor will the Cardinal. We hope you can take a step back, so that we Everyone is happy, and the combination of two benefits..."

Zhu Youjian was opposed to Christianity. Seeing Maidarzini insisting on it, he said more firmly: "Your Excellency should understand better. We have no chance of retreating from these things."

Maidarzini took a deep breath, feeling heavy, not knowing how to continue the conversation.

If the Ming Dynasty kills this point, there is really nothing he can do. The Pope is impossible to agree. There is only one Holy See and one Pope in the world. If anyone tries to establish another, the Holy See will never be soft!

So, it's a dead end.

Maidarzini looked at Zhu Youjian and asked directly: "Your Highness, please tell me the truth, does your country intend to isolate the Holy See from the East?"

Maidarzini has no choice but he wants to understand.

Zhu Youjian looked calm, and said: "The emperor hopes to make friends with the Holy See, and the one who refuses to accept you is my king!"

Maidarzini looked at Zhu Youjian with cold, fleeting eyes, got up and left without speaking.

The next day, Zhu Youjian and others noticed the same thing. The Cathedral of Salvation became more unfamiliar, and the Holy See's attitude towards them became more and more indifferent.

After pondering over and over again, Obai said: "My lord, it must be that the Holy See wants to bypass us and go directly to Beijing to seek an audience with the Emperor."

Li Yizao said: "Tang Ruowang and other missionaries have been in my Ming Dynasty for many years. It is normal to know some things about the emperor, but it is not surprising."

Feng Zhu listened to what the two said, and said, "How is Zheng Zhilong's preparation?"

A figure stepped forward and said, "Back to Eunuch, you are ready and you can leave at any time."

Feng Zhu groaned, turned to Zhu Youjian, and said, "My lord, the trade agreement with Spain, the Netherlands, and the Franks has been signed, and other countries have also conducted testing. The things that should be done have basically been done. We can go back. gone."

Zhu Youjian was already eager to return home, but his heart jumped when he heard the words, and his face showed a dazed look.

It is already December now, and the fifth year of Jingzheng is almost here. When they go back, it may be the second half of the sixth year of Jingzheng.

Chapter 1220 The Capital

The city of Rome, this ancient and complex city, is as bustling and lively as ever.

In the end, the negotiations between Zhu Youjian and Pope Innocent X ended in vain, and they broke up happily.

Innocent X told Zhu Youjian that he would soon send a mission to Daming to conduct direct negotiations with the Ming emperor.

There were quite a few people who saw Zhu Youjian off, including those from Spain, the Netherlands, the Franks, the Papal States, and even the German Roman Empire, etc. It was quite complicated.

After chatting for a long time, Zhu Youjian boarded the boat.

The huge Hongwu was turning hard on the sea and sailed away from Rome.

It wasn't until they got on the boat that the group of people heaved a long sigh of relief, completely relieved.

"Finally I can go home." This is Zheng Zhilong's emotion. They have experienced too much along the way. It is a kind of luck that they can get here. Probably dead.

Ao Bai stroked his beard, didn't say much, his eyes were full of twinkling colors.

Feng Zhu had a smile on his face, facing the wind, with a calm and introverted expression, which was completely inconsistent with his churning heart.

Zhu Youjian looked indifferent, with his hands behind his back, still looking in the direction of Rome.

This journey was quite boring many times, and Zhu Youjian was able to read quietly and peacefully like never before.

The books that Feng Zhu brought on the road were quite complicated, and Zhu Youjian almost read them all. He could see Zhu Xu's shadow in some inconspicuous places between the lines.

The state affairs, law, economy, military, politics and other aspects involved in it made Zhu Youjian look at Zhu Xu's new policy calmly like never before, and examine all aspects of Ming Dynasty.

Maybe it's because he is far away from Daming, the bystanders are clear, and looking down at Daming, many places that he couldn't understand, understand, and guess in the past, like a fog being pulled away, let him see many things clearly.

During this trip to sea, he also had a better understanding of the outside world. Regarding Zhu Xu, he silently didn't know how to comment. Recalling the various conflicts over the years, especially the conflicts with Zhu Xu, he Had to leave the court and stay away from the capital.

In the end, it can only be attributed to: his sixth brother stood too high, so tall that he couldn't see the back of his neck, and couldn't see his face clearly.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, Zhu Youjian woke up suddenly, looked away from the blurred city of Rome, turned to look at Feng Zhu, and said, "Tell me, will the emperor meet with me this time when I return to Beijing?"

Hearing Zhu Youjian's words, Feng Zhu couldn't help being taken aback, not knowing how to answer.

Feng Zhu is an old man in the palace. He has followed Zhu Xu for three years in Tianqi, and he can see clearly the changes inside and outside the palace for more than ten years.His Royal Highness Xin Wang is definitely a very special existence in Ming Dynasty, because he is the fifth elder brother of the current emperor, and he served as the regent for three years. In the end, he was kicked out of the capital and became a vassal in despair.