Domineering Daming

Then there were teams of men and women, wearing the same clothes, simple and elegant, moving seats, carrying tea and fruits, and arranging this empty conference hall.

It didn't take long for this place to become a neat and orderly meeting hall with simple notation.

The translator whispered in Majdarzini's ear: "Daming is a country of etiquette, with a prosperous etiquette culture. They treat their friends in every possible way, and they will definitely have the most suitable etiquette hospitality..."

Maidarzini has been studying Daming recently, and is deeply fascinated by the etiquette culture of Ming Dynasty. From the most basic reception of people and things to the construction of the national system, there are such "rituals" inside and out, every minute of it. deep imprint.

He was fascinated, the European culture was very messy, the so-called etiquette could not play any restrictive role, the morality was smashed in chaos, there was no order, no law, and he looked like a spoiled child.

Maidarzini stood at the door with a dozen or so clerics of the Holy See, and Li Youtang, the secretary of the cabinet, was entertaining them, communicating politely from time to time.

As a secretary in the cabinet, he naturally knew many things, including the purpose of Maidarzini's visit.

Majdarzini said few words. Daming was not what the missionaries described. This place was strong and rich. It was the Land of Sky Hammer. It was even stronger than they expected. The plans they had planned might not work in the end.

The arrangement was soon completed, and Li Youtang invited Maidarzini to enter.

Just as Maidarzini stepped over the threshold, he suddenly raised his head. Under Maidarzini's gaze, a pair of young men and women came out from the side door first. A group of middle-aged people in thick official uniforms, Their faces are either serious or smiling, they are calm and calm, and they look like high-ranking officials of Ming Dynasty.

Maidarzini just glanced over these people, and his eyes fell on the pair of young people.According to his information, this is the emperor and empress of Ming Dynasty.

"You're really young."

Maidarzini felt emotional in his heart, and it was naturally not because of his age.In Europe, there are many people who inherit the monarch of a country at a young age.The problem is, Ming Dynasty is too big, the performance of His Majesty the Emperor since he ascended the throne is enough to be recorded in the annals of history, there has never been such a hero in European history, even the Ming Dynasty is one of the few, right?

Maidarzini went through a lot of hard work, and finally saw the ruler of Ming Dynasty. His face was immediately filled with the smile of a European gentleman, and he was about to salute. He even said, "Respect..."

At this time, the missionary interpreter from Europe coughed quickly.

Maidarzini was vigilant, raised his hand awkwardly, and said, "Majdarzini, an envoy from the Pope, pays homage to the wise and mighty Emperor Ming, empress empress benevolent, filial and virtuous."

These are naturally synchronized words of translation, and the actions of translation are much more natural than that of Majdarzini.

The young man opposite them smiled and waved his hands, and said casually: "My Ming Dynasty's etiquette is different from that of Europe. Your Excellency, you don't need to make a fuss. Come and sit down. I am full of yearning for Europe. I believe that Your Excellency will let us understand Europe better. Contribute to our friendly exchanges."

Maidarzini heaved a sigh of relief when he heard the translator's words. If he followed the etiquette of the Ming Dynasty, he would definitely go crazy.

Maidarzini said kindly: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Maidarzini sat down under Li Youtang's arrangement, and when they took their seats, Maidarzini and other envoys from the Papal Kingdom peeped at each other, with astonishment on their faces.

The officials of Daming were better, they just frowned and stood under Zhu Xu expressionlessly.

This is a rectangle, and the northernmost one is a small table and two chairs. Of course, these are Zhu Xu and Maidarzini. Their subordinates have more than ten chairs, which belong to Daming and the Papal Mission.

This kind of interview was naturally the first time for Da Ming, and Maidarzini never thought that their negotiation with Da Ming would be held on such an occasion.

It wasn't until Li Youtang instructed in a low voice again that Maidarzini and the others woke up, saluted one after another, and sat down uneasy.

Chapter 1261 Cultural Domination

Zhu Xu and Maidarzini sat side by side, accompanied by Queen Zhang Yun, and dozens of officials from both sides were present.

The maids appeared gracefully with teacups, first serving tea to Zhu Xu and Maidarzini, followed by the accompanying staff.

Maidarzini was patient and accompanied quietly.The clerical personnel of the Papal State have a deeper understanding of Daming etiquette, and they are quite happy to enjoy and observe it.

Zhu Xu picked up the teacup, smiled at Maidarzini, and said, "The archbishop has come from a long way. According to the etiquette, I should personally take care of the archbishop. But recently, there are too many affairs in our country, and I have no skills at all. I use tea instead of wine. The Archbishop apologized."

The interpreter sat behind the two of them, and the one behind Maidarzini approached and whispered in his ear to translate simultaneously.

Maidarzini looked slightly startled, and quickly said, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Zhu Xu took a sip, put down the teacup, glanced at the translator, and said with a smile, "Isn't it hard to find this translator?"

Majdarzini knew that Ming people always had to ramble before they got down to business. He looked calm and said, "There are a lot of European immigrants in your country, and many of you can speak your language fluently. It's not difficult." try to find."

This was the beginning of a formal meeting between the two of them. Zhang Yun sat beside Zhu Xu, maintaining a dignified yet friendly smile.

But in fact, she was very nervous. This was the first time she accompanied Zhu Xu to meet the foreign envoys.

Some officials of the Ming Dynasty were more accepting of following Zhu Xujiu, after all, His Majesty the Emperor never took an unusual path.Some of the newly promoted officials tried their best to sulk their faces, afraid to say anything.

These teaching positions in the Papal State are also not used to this kind of communication. They may think that this is the way of Ming Dynasty. They secretly feel that Ming Dynasty is civilized, advanced and prosperous. They sit very reservedly, not daring to breathe, for fear of shame.

Zhu Xu turned sideways, looking very approachable, and said: "I think that the world is now integrating rapidly, and communication is the best way to avoid misunderstandings, and we have to start from the basics. I would like to propose What does the archbishop think of the establishment of an international language school in Daming with the Pope to train more talents in line with the exchanges between the two places?"

Maidarzini listened, thinking that it was Zhu Xu's politeness, and his own affairs could be regarded as an entry point, with a merciful smile on his face, he said: "What your majesty said is that the Holy See will definitely assist us in the Papal State. I believe that many talents will be cultivated, which will facilitate the exchanges between our two countries and benefit the people of our two countries..."

Zhu Xu looked at him talking, his movements were a little awkward, and he smiled and said, "I look forward to our cooperation. Is the archbishop not used to my Ming's etiquette?"

Maidarzini gradually relaxed, leaned forward and said, "Your Majesty can laugh, I'm really not used to Ming's etiquette, but I respect it very much. Daming's culture is prosperous and developed far beyond Europe, so the etiquette is naturally more advanced..."

Zhu Xu looked at Maidarzini, accepted all his flattery, and said with a smile: "This etiquette is also a troublesome matter. In this way, let's discuss and establish a common etiquette, language, and behavioral norms for international exchanges. What does the archbishop think about the rules of writing and so on?"

Maidarzini was startled, and then smiled and said: "Your Majesty said that if I can do this, then we can communicate more conveniently, easily and happily, and save a lot of trouble. Your Majesty is the leader of a country. We can still think about it like this, if we are really quick-minded, lenient and meticulous..."

When Maidarzini was speaking, the clerk not far away silently remembered.

The officials on both sides didn't seem to be surprised at all, as if the words had reached this point just as Zhu Xu had shown.

Zhu Xu smiled like a spring breeze, and casually asked Majdarzini if ​​he was used to it in Daming and whether he was satisfied with the hospitality.

When Maidarzini got into the mood, he was naturally full of good words. Anyway, it didn't cost any money. As long as His Majesty the Ming Emperor in front of him was happy, their negotiation would be half successful.

Zhu Xu smiled, and laughed even more in his heart, and some thoughts were just about to move.

In this world, no one except Zhu Xu knew what was going to happen.This is a huge change. The old era of 2000 is about to be eliminated, and a new, ruthless, powerful era that can completely crush the old era is coming.

Whoever can go one step earlier, whoever is earlier, will be able to seize the opportunity and take the initiative in the future world.

Naturally, what Zhu Xu wants is not as simple as taking the initiative, what he wants is the leadership, the right to rule!

If you want to rule the world, you need to do too many things. Establishing international schools, formulating language, etiquette, etc. are all culturally high points to seize leadership.

Now, no one knows, and no one understands Zhu Xu's purpose and significance.But he is the emperor of the Ming Dynasty, even if it doesn't make any sense, as long as he doesn't make any big moves, no one will open his mouth to object.

The influence of the Holy See in Europe at this time is still huge, with the title of the uncrowned king of Europe, which can represent or influence the whole of Europe to a large extent.

The agreement reached between Zhu Xu and Maidarzini is to some extent equivalent to that reached with Europe.

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, Maidarzini couldn't bear it anymore, paused on purpose, and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, God is merciful and loves the world. He has no intentions, just like the sun, illuminating the whole world." , There should be no place in the world where the light of God cannot shine. I have come here by the will of God this time, and I beg His Majesty the Emperor to allow us, the apostles of God, to spread the gospel of God in Daming..."

Zhu Xu listened with a smile on his face, and then fell silent.

Fortunately, the Ming officials said that all the people from the Papal Kingdom were nervous and looked at Zhu Xu nervously.

They knew that Ming Dynasty was an absolute monarchy, and a word from this person in front of them would determine the success or failure of everything.