Chapter 1165: Spirit of Ancestors
The giant ship began to return.
Emperor Hongzhi was filled with emotion.
Standing on this giant ship, I really feel a little bit like a king's land in the world.
Zhu Houzhao held the boat side and looked down at the floating corpses in the sea. Sometimes, some people were exhausted and called for help.
"Lao Fang, really don't catch a few people?"
Fang Jifan shook his head: "Your Highness, there is no need."
Zhu Houzhao smiled instead: "Lao Fang, you have changed and become decisive. You are worthy of being my brother. You need to be a man in your work."
Fang Jifan thought for a while and said, "It's not that he kills and decisively, but because... they know too much."
I know too much...
Fang Jifan said: "These four ships were annihilated. Once they were captured, they were brought back to land. What if someone conveyed the news? At that time, the Spaniards would know that I, the Ming Dynasty, have such a giant ship, and I will definitely be careful."
"That Invincible Fleet is a major concern for my Ming Dynasty. Sooner or later, we will fight them to the death. Therefore, the news of this giant ship cannot be revealed for the time being. The only thing the Spaniards know is that their four ships were destroyed, but they don't know how they were destroyed. When our Eastern Unbeaten Fleet was formed, there were seven or eight ships. At that time, it was time to find the Invincible Fleet and fight them to the decisive battle. In order to ensure the news of the giant ship, no one of them would be left out. "
Zhu Houzhao held his chin and nodded: "It makes sense, Lao Fang is indeed very cunning." He said quietly: "I thought you were avenging your father for your revenge."
Fang Jifan held his face: "My father won't die!"
Zhu Houzhao waved her hand, but didn't dare to say anything else, and nodded obediently: "Yes, yes."
Emperor Hongzhi was at this moment and felt refreshed. On the way back, he felt that the anger in his heart finally came out.
He summoned Zhu Houzhao, but he did not summon Fang Jifan.
Looking at Zhu Houzhao, Li Dongyang, Xie Qian and others.
Emperor Hongzhi pacified the case: "This steam ship was made by my son, but in the final analysis, it is still inseparable from the strong support of the Jifan. The civil and military officials in the court heard that they wanted to build a steam ship, and when they heard that they were going to build a steam ship, they all looked like earth, but they didn't know that it cost money to do a big deal. My goodness, your eyes are too close."
The officials had nothing to say, listened to His Majesty's reprimanding.
Emperor Hongzhi said again: "Today, the King of Scums on Earth made great contributions, sunk four enemy ships, and killed thousands of enemies. This is a great victory. In this way, I and the Lords finally can match the military and civilians of Dengzhou. But..."
He paused: "I haven't had a good sleep all night. I thought to myself that the prince and Jifan worked hard to make great contributions to our Ming Dynasty. Behind this great contribution is their hard work. I have such a huge ship, why worry about the unfairness of the sea? Unfortunately... Duke Lu died in battle because of this. He was so loyal and fierce, which really made me feel a pity. But Jifan lost his father."
Speaking of this, Emperor Hongzhi's eyes were faint, and he suddenly opened his eyes: "Now, these thousands of Franchise men and these four ships, please take it as a way to comfort the Duke of Lu in the sky. I have been thinking about it, this is a big deal, Duke of Lu..."
"No!" Emperor Hongzhi said this and shook his head: "It should be the King of Xinjin County..."
King of Xinjin County...
All officials were ashamed.
It is a foregone conclusion that the title of the prince is pronounced. The cabinet and the Ministry of Rites have issued an edict to inform the world.
Emperor Hongzhi said: "If the King of Xinjin has a spirit in the sky, you must be pleased by it. I think that after returning to the capital, I should personally worship the King of Xinjin, and take this victory to comfort the King of Xinjin and the loyal soul who died in Xinjin. For this matter, the British Duke went to take care of the matter and ordered him to undertake the sacrifices and choose auspicious day. I will lead all officials to pay personal respects."
The officials all sighed that no one raised any objections.
Prince Xinjin, how could he be wronged? If the Ming Dynasty had such a giant ship, how could he be afraid of Franji people?
The dignified Duke floated thousands of miles away and guarded the farthest border area for the Ming Dynasty. It can be said that he has overcome all obstacles and has been born and died. Now, he is finally lost thousands of miles away. His Majesty went to pay tribute in person. This is also very reasonable.
Emperor Hongzhi said again: "After returning to the capital, we will issue another decree to set up the Dongfang Unbeaten Navy, and order Tang Yin to be the general officer of the navy, supervise the construction of steam ships, recruit and train sailors, and formulate steamship naval battle tactics. I will make the Dongfang Unbeaten Navy take shape within three to five years and deter the world."
Emperor Hongzhi looked around and said, "What do you think of this matter?"
Zhu Houzhao said without hesitation: "Father, son and minister follow me."
All the officials said one after another: "I will discuss it with you."
Emperor Hongzhi nodded: "Prepare the edict. After landing, I will pass it on to the world."
"As for Fang Jifan..." Emperor Hongzhi glanced at Zhu Houzhao deeply: "The prince has been watching him so hard these days, so don't let him get over it."
Zhu Houzhao said: "He is very open-minded, Father..."
Emperor Hongzhi glared at him.
Zhu Houzhao shivered: "I understand, my son."
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After more than a month of cultivation.
Fang Jinglong's injuries have been cured a lot, and countless scars have been added to his body.
At this time, Xinjin had begun to rebuild, and a large number of reinforcements from various strongholds arrived one after another.
Fang Jinglong had met the generals and worked hard to recover his body earlier.
The Franji people finally fought undeclaredly. The safety of these hundreds of thousands of immigrants was hanging on the line. They were guarding themselves. If they could not take matters, once they encountered the Franji people's large-scale attack, the Golden Island would be in danger.
In order to show that he had recovered, he wore heavy armor, pressed a knife, and went to observe the militia's training in person without anyone helping him.
After a day of training, I was exhausted.
Xu Jing personally supported Fang Jinglong and returned to the guarding journey. Fang Jinglong asked someone to untied his armor and smiled bitterly: "I'm old, I'm old. I remember that I was wearing this thing for a day and a night, and I was tireless now. Now, it's not possible."
Xu Jingqian smiled and said, "My master is still stronger, but now, the old wound has not yet passed. I think if I can recover from the wound with peace of mind, I will recover soon."
Fang Jinglong smiled and said, "These words are just self-deceptions, but I also accept your auspicious words. These days, I have been seriously injured, but I have suffered a lot from you."
"I dare not be able to serve my teacher and official is a blessing for students. The teacher treats students with a great kindness. It is also true that students can share their worries with their teachers."
Fang Jinglong sighed at this moment: "I am very worried now. Xinjin was attacked by the Franji people and suffered heavy losses. I... I am so responsible. I am afraid that the court will punish me. I have lived enough in this life, suffered and enjoyed wealth. What I worry about is that if this affects Fang Jifan, that is, your mentor, then...ah..."
After hearing this, Xu Jing frowned, but still comforted Fang Jinglong and said, "Master, please rest assured. Your Majesty has always trusted his mentor and has great trust in his master. This time, it is not a crime of war. I think... Your Majesty will definitely not blame him."
Fang Jinglong nodded, but he still frowned. It was too far from the capital. Who would have thought that the situation in Beijing was? His son was too reckless in doing things. If he offended someone, someone said something bad in front of His Majesty, he would be indefinitely.
Fang Jinglong said: "My husband, the only thing I worry about is this son. Although this son is smarter than me and more promising than me, I always... in my heart...
Xu Jing said: "I think that in the near future, the court will have news. Please wait for the master."
"Okay." Fang Jing pointed his head grandly.
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When the Holy Lord returned to Beijing, Manjing was in an uproar.
His Majesty personally patrolled the sea and wiped out all the Fran aircraft and ships. Suddenly, the capital was shocked.
People keep whispering. At first, because it was just rumors, many people say this, and it is hard to believe it or not.
After that, Tang Yin was ordered to enter the palace. Emperor Hongzhi personally summoned him and asked about the creation of the navy. Tang Yin answered it smoothly, and Emperor Hongzhi was very satisfied with this.
Tang Yin had the experience of establishing a navy before. Moreover, he was a disciple of Fang Jifan. He pursued new learning and was down-to-earth and reliable in doing things. It would be appropriate to hand over this future fleet to him.
So he personally gave Tang Yin the imperial order. Tang Yin left the palace with the sage order and returned to the western mountain. He originally wanted to meet his mentor and listen to his mentor's views on the Eastern Unbeaten Fleet.
At this time, the Duke of England was already in the hall.
British Duke Zhang Mao came in person, patted Fang Jifan on the shoulder, and stopped talking, and finally smiled bitterly: "Jifan, it's no big deal. If we old people can wear a horse and wrap the body, it may be a good destination. Your father is my husband's old brother. He will go first, and there is nothing wrong with it..."
Fang Jifan said tangibly: "My father is not dead yet."
Zhang Mao said angrily: "How can you call death? You can't call death? After all, people with great prestige have already been posthumously named Prince. It should be called "Hong". There must be rules. Now that you have grown up, you will be the head of the Fang family in the future. You should not be willful anymore."
Fang Jifan said: "My father has not died."
Zhang Mao said: "The imperial edict has been delivered, can it be wrong? I have seen you yesterday. Your Majesty's meaning is very clear. The death of the King of Xinjin County was so vigorous that he sacrificed his country for his life. This time, Your Majesty will lead all officials to sacrifice himself. I will preside over this sacrificial ceremony. I presided over the sacrifice for a lifetime. This time, there is no complaint. You must make your father proud and beautiful. Just be me... and give him a trip."
Speaking of this, Zhang Mao sighed and expressed his feelings.
Chapter completed!