Position yourself correctly, neither humble nor arrogant. After meeting many historical celebrities, Zhu Yongxing still had this mentality when facing Zheng Chenggong. He neither pretended to be left behind by the imperial court, issued orders, nor asked softly. It was completely equal dialogue and consultation.
Negotiation posture.
Zheng Chenggong is different from Li Dingguo. He is a force in the separatist regime, and he is not a pure minister of the Ming Dynasty. Although the etiquette is quite respectful, he cannot be suppressed by the order of the court. Zhu Yongxing thought about this very clearly, so he
Treat the Zheng family as an alliance against the Qing Dynasty, rather than as subordinates who can be ordered at will.
It is undeniable that Zheng Chenggong was a man with great ambitions. In the situation of confrontation between the Ming and Qing Dynasties and the division of the country, he was not strong enough in terms of political influence and could not compete with the two coexisting regimes of the Ming and Qing to compete for the hearts of the people (
Including officials and gentry). Therefore, his strategy was to serve as "Zhengshuo" to anyone in the Ming or Qing Dynasty who could allow him to act arbitrarily, or to cede territory to himself.
In his own words, his ideal is to be a "phoenix" who "takes care of everything", rather than becoming a "tiger and leopard" "in the trap". In short, he can only "serve from a distance" and cannot
"Being controlled by others". This is the root of the idea that he and later Zheng Jing always put forward the idea of "better than Goryeo". The reason why the Qing court failed many times to recruit people (called "peace talks" by Zheng Fang) was precisely because he was only given high titles.
A generous salary would never allow him to be relatively independent. Under these conditions, Zheng Chenggong could only be a "clear minister". In the same way, his "always being clear" does not mean that he is willing to have no reservations.
The emperor obeyed the orders of the Ming court and abided by his ministerial integrity.
In Zhu Yongxing's view, this kind of equal negotiation and friendly attitude was appropriate and reasonable. But in the view of Zheng Chenggong and his staff, it was something else.
"The Duke of Zhou is afraid of the day of rumors, and Wang Mang is humble and corporal. Prince Min's city is very deep, so please don't underestimate it." Liu Guoxuan said cautiously from the side.
Zheng Chenggong clasped his hands behind his back and looked at the boundless sea. He didn't say anything for a long time. After a long while, he said in a deep voice: "Sightseeing, Prince Min wants to be the king, and he is indeed capable." After a pause, he continued: "
Fighting against the Qing Army and the Guangdong Navy together, well, what do you think?"
Liu Guoxuan pondered for a moment and said: "It was a false response, and later it was delayed on the grounds of returning to Taiwan."
Zheng Chenggong has always attached great importance to the Chaozhou area in Guangdong. This is the main source of military rations for the Zheng family. This is also the reason why he has repeatedly invaded Chaozhou. However, his intention is to use the Chaozhou and Hui areas as his own food and military supply areas.
, and it is best to leave a buffer area between Zheng Jun and the Yongli court. Taking down this fire wall will be detrimental to the Zheng Group.
The Ming army in the southwest is getting stronger and stronger, and has already invaded Guangxi. If the Qing army's Guangdong navy is severely damaged, the Nanhai fleet will naturally dominate the southwest sea. It is also foreseeable that Guangdong will be invaded in the future. This is important for the recovery of the Ming Dynasty.
For Zheng Jun, who wants to manage Taiwan and manage Taiwan, his strategic focus has changed. He cannot compete with the Ming Army in the southwest for Chao, Shan, Hui and other areas in Guangdong.
If before Zheng Jun successfully invaded Taiwan, the Fujian and Guangdong armies were united and the territory became one, and the situation of distant echoes would have changed. Zheng Chenggong would not have failed to consider that the relative independence of his Nantian Pillar would be greatly restricted, and major military and political matters would have to be
He was inherited from the imperial court, otherwise he would not be able to escape the accusation of arrogance. Because he was inferior to Prince Min in terms of military strength, title and reputation, and slightly inferior to Li Dingguo. The two of them had a closer relationship with the Yongli imperial court than he did. These factors
It must be part of Zheng Chenggong's foresight.
Liu Guoxuan's suggestion was exactly what Zheng Chenggong wanted. Although Zhu Yongxing used future grain and grass aid as bait, hoping that the two families would join forces to eliminate the Qing navy. But Zheng Chenggong also had his own way of dealing with it, purchasing grain from overseas. He had caravans, saltpeter
He could also control Sanduo from Japan. Therefore, he felt that if the two families joined forces to kill Nan Ruan Navy, each would gain something. He could postpone the matter in the future.
"The situation in the southwest has been greatly improved, and this is all the result of Prince Min." Zheng Chenggong thought carefully and said with a smile: "This is also beneficial to the southeast. Isn't that true for tourism?"
Liu Guo
Zheng Chenggong was determined to regain Taiwan, and it was hard for Zheng Chenggong to have a complete stalemate with Zhu Yongxing now. After the Qing army was defeated in the southeast, it seemed that it did not give up, and had the tendency to make a comeback. Coupled with the rumors of border relocation along the coast, it maintained its relationship with the Ming army in the southwest.
A certain degree of easing of relations is still necessary.
Moreover, Zheng Chenggong also saw the big difference between Zhu Yongxing and Yongli through his first meeting with Zhu Yongxing. Yongli was cowardly and could bow to the separatist forces, but Zhu Yongxing had a firm character. If Zhu Yongxing rebuked Zheng Chenggong in the name of the court,
The influence on the Zheng family in the southeast is still very negative.
It's a pity that Yongli is in Burma, and Prince Min controls the government. If in the future - such a master will not be easy to serve. Zheng Chenggong looked at the waves on the sea and sighed softly. Such a matter was beyond his reach, and he could no longer intervene at all.
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"I will be satisfied if I defeat the Nanruan Navy. I don't have the luxury to expect that the two naval forces can completely destroy the Guangdong Navy of the Qing Army. If we want to attack Guangdong in the future, I have no intention of joining forces, but we have to do it alone." Zhu Yongxing also has his own problems.
A clear understanding is that the so-called negotiation is just like doing business. Ask for a high price and pay it back on the spot. Set a high goal first, and you will never suffer a loss whether it succeeds or not.
"Your Highness is wise." Yi Cheng also saw Zheng Chenggong's ambition, and quite agreed with Zhu Yongxing's idea of alliance. After all, this is a more practical approach. When the Qing Dynasty is strong and the Ming Dynasty is weak, allies are always better than enemies.
"His Highness said that Taiwan has a lot of nitrate and sulfur, which can be bartered in the future. Is it true?"
Zhu Yongxing nodded and said: "This can be regarded as one of the links between the two families. As long as the Zheng family still holds the banner of resisting the Qing Dynasty and fights against the Qing army, I will not resort to violence. Wang Xiongcai of Yanping has a great strategy and is invincible in naval battles.
But I also have an advantage."
"I wonder what your highness understands?" Yicheng blinked in confusion.
"Age." Zhu Yongxing straightened his chest confidently, "I can afford to wait. When the older generation dies, how can their children and nephews be my opponents?"
"Haha, this is indeed a foolproof method." Yicheng couldn't help but laugh. Not to mention his peers, even now, no one can compare with Zhu Yongxing in terms of intelligence and ability. Zhu Yongxing's words also revealed another meaning, that
That is, he will not be anxious, and will try his best to use peaceful means to solve some things like separatism, and will not easily raise the butcher knife internally and use killing to unify.
Kind, yet foresighted, and even more perseverant, Yicheng looked at Zhu Yongxing's tall and straight back and secretly rejoiced at his choice.