When Zhu Youcong read out the military order at the Ancestral Temple, he had already considered how the two local governments listed as targets would react. How would they protest and condemn with words? Ye Erqiang and Annan should not have invented the phonograph yet.
Wouldn't they feel tired if they talked too much? And would this be useful for the Ming Empire? I'm afraid that before their voices reached Chongzhen's ears, the two legions responsible for carrying out the mission had already returned triumphantly singing a song of victory.
Deploy heavy troops to fight the Ming Empire to the death? This is what Zhu Youcong dreamed of. What he, Chongzhen, or the ministers of the DPRK were most afraid of was that they could not find the main force of the enemy's army, causing the Ming Empire to fall into the quagmire of war and be unable to extricate itself.
As a result, the opportunity to compete with Western allies for the world was lost.
In order to quickly eliminate the Yarkand and Annan resistance forces and allow local residents to integrate into the big family of the Chinese nation more quickly, Zhu Youcong followed the advice of the court ministers and adopted a completely different policy. For those who dared to resist
He not only re-issued the Ten-Kill Order, but also adopted the most stringent law of continuous sitting, and even required all combat troops to leave no surrendered soldiers until the court declared the end of the war.
Zhu Youcong admires those people with backbone, but as the general of the Ming Dynasty, he must first break the backbone of these people. He just wants to use the most direct way to tell those foreigners who dare to grin at the Ming Empire,
Either lie down and die or live on your knees, there is no other way.
Regarding those who obeyed, Zhu Youcong also adopted a relatively mild attitude after consulting the generals of the Mongolian cavalry regiment and Manchu warriors such as Dorgon. As long as the local residents were willing to lower their heads, obey the arrangements, start migrating, and accept the imperial court's ethnic policies
, they can enjoy third-class national treatment and become slaves of the Mongolian and Manchu tribes, exchanging their hard work for the right to survive.[
The Ming Empire did not engage in ethnic discrimination policies, and it would never engage in any preferential treatment for ethnic groups. Anyone except Japanese pirates could integrate into the Chinese nation, but before that, they must abandon those unrealistic illusions and be able to prove their loyalty to this nation.
Willing to work hard for the prosperity of the entire nation.
As Sun Chengzong and Qin Liangyu left one after another, a large number of supplies were gathered at the front line from all over the country at a faster speed. Everyone knew that the door to peace had been closed, and now it was too late even if Yarkian and Annan wanted to surrender. Roy
The others originally wanted to take this opportunity to observe the fighting methods of the Ming Dynasty army. After all, hearing is not as good as seeing it in person. Now that there is such a good opportunity in front of them, would it be a pity to let it go?
But they soon gave up this idea, and responded to the Ming Empire's good-faith proposal. Such a large-scale battle against the barbarians completely guaranteed the safety of the allies, so it was up to them to see what happened, but they themselves would be responsible for anything. This is not the case.
It really didn't scare anyone. After all, this request is not too much, and Roy and others must be prepared if they dare to venture to the east. Participating in the war is the same as eating and sleeping for them. And this time they are doing
As a military observer, he stayed in the relatively safe rear. If it was not safe even for the Ming generals to be around him, then it seemed that there would be no need to fight this battle again.
What really made them give up their decision was the departure of two people. Ansel and Shivella, who had purchased a large amount of arms, were leaving. They said that what Daming wanted to do had nothing to do with them, so they quickly transported the things back to themselves.
The most important thing is for the country to achieve decisive victory on the Western battlefield.
The French and the Portuguese are getting together? This is not a good thing. You must know that history has changed now, and the French who still maintain a wait-and-see attitude are the targets of Western countries. If these two guys get into a fight on the way back,
After a fight, Hei Chi Hei robbed the opponent of the arms purchased from the Ming Empire. Roy was afraid that the two guys would sit down and drink a glass of red wine before reaching some kind of agreement.
Even if the chance of this happening is very small, Roy and others have to consider another point, that is, Shivella still nominally belongs to the Holy Roman Empire camp. If he is allowed to arrive in advance and transfer these Ming products,
Weapons were provided to Ferdinand who had already gained the upper hand. It would be too late to regret by then. It is important to understand the strength of the Ming Empire, but it is fundamental to protect one's home base and not be taken away by others. No matter how stupid Roy is,
I won't do this kind of putting the cart before the horse.
It was necessary to go back, but before setting off, Roy was still cautious. He personally went to the Zhenguo General's Mansion to lobby, hoping to leave a dozen people to follow the Ming Empire's army to the front line. But this time Zhu
You Cong did not insist, and finally nodded after letting the envoys from various countries sign a life and death certificate.
In fact, what Zhu Youcong is concerned about is the issue of whether Roy and others will stay. These guys represent their country no matter what. You really can't do anything to them before they completely fall out. And those who are left now are completely gone.
Within the scope of his consideration, he should use whatever can be used. After training them, letting them go back to deceive his monarch would definitely have a good effect. As for those stubborn ones...the battlefield was full of swords and blood. Something unexpected happened.
Isn’t it normal for a few people to disappear?
"Your Majesty, Prime Minister, please!" Xiong Wencan made a polite invitation in the heavily guarded capital camp at Aiyangkou.
Ansel and others were just a cover. They suddenly proposed to leave in order to help Zhu Youcong lure Roy and others away. But the negotiations with the Ming Empire were at a critical stage, and Richelieu of course had to stay.
Richelieu was not worried about his own safety at all. He believed that Zhu Youcong would not want to detain a prime minister to force France to submit. Not only would it have no effect, it would also cause the entire West to completely break with the Ming Dynasty. Here
At such a critical moment, who would do such a stupid thing?
Moreover, before the start of this negotiation, Zhu Youcong helped make a damaging move, allowing the French fleet departing from Tianjin to encounter pirates near Chiwei Island. This would give Ansel an excuse to stay near Fuzhou Prefecture, and he could also take the opportunity to
Help transport the troops on the Japanese island to Annan.
"Dear Bear, why didn't I see your emperor or your general?" Entering the tent, Richelieu's face became more and more gloomy. He didn't mind this simple negotiation place. As long as he could give his country
What's wrong with bringing benefits and living in tents? But according to his understanding, the person in power in this empire is the damn fat man after the emperor. Without their presence, would all the agreements still be effective?
"Master Prime Minister, you also know that the Ming Dynasty is a vast land with rich resources. There are a mountain of affairs that require the emperor's personal review all day long. That's why I was appointed as the plenipotentiary to discuss the relevant details with you. As for the general who governs the country..." It's really not possible.
It's embarrassing to say that those two boys didn't show up because they were not complacent enough to fool the shrewd prime minister. Xiong Wencan continued to explain in a low voice: "Didn't he just give birth to a son, and he was about to go on an expedition, so the emperor gave him special approval for a few days.
I went home to spend the holidays with my wife!"
"Plenipotentiary?" If we can really reach a binding covenant, then it doesn't matter who we talk to. Maybe it would be easier to fight with such a low-level official than with the highest decision-maker of the empire.
"Yes, Prime Minister, every agreement we reach in the end will be signed by His Majesty the Emperor himself, so you don't have to worry about this at all."
"In that case..." After a pause, Richelieu thought of a very difficult question. "Then what language will our covenant be based on this time?"
"According to your last suggestion, His Majesty the Emperor has agreed that we should sign the alliance in the languages of our respective countries and draw up a Latin model. If there are any disputes in the future, the model will prevail!" A military alliance treaty is not a sales contract.
, everyone is afraid of being cheated by the other party, especially when there is still a huge gap in strength between the two sides. In order to completely dispel Richelieu's worries, Chongzhen did not insist on using the Ming Dynasty version as the basis this time.
"If that's the case, then I think we can start negotiating!"[
"This is what we agreed on last time. You can take a look first. If there are no problems, we will proceed to the next stage of negotiations." Taking out the peace treaty that had been prepared long ago, Xiong Wencan believed that the other party would be satisfied.
"Well..." It was very disappointing. Richelieu did not show any happy expression, even though he was already happy in his heart.
This detail drawn up based on Richelieu's request is indeed an attractive gift package. According to the agreement, all of Africa will become a French colony, and the Ming Empire guarantees that it will not send troops during the three hundred years that the peace treaty is valid.
Anywhere there. But as the actual ruler of the region, it must ensure that Ming merchants and French citizens enjoy equal treatment. If their interests are infringed, France must step in to defend them.
"Dear Bear, do you know what this means?" Sometimes the temptation is too great to make people believe it. This is obviously Richelieu's own request. But when Daming actually agreed, he began to doubt it.
Is this negotiation a child's play?
"Of course I know. There are more than 450 million hectares of land here, rich mineral resources, the hardest diamonds in the world, and countless uneducated indigenous people..." Following a series of numbers, Xiong Wencan not only mentioned
All the specialties of Africa, and even an accurate account of how many slaves the French captured there last year.
"Then why are you doing this?" Richelieu knew from the report Ansel gave him. This Eastern Empire had a huge fleet that had been to Africa a hundred years ago, but they were stupid at the time and didn't think of establishing it.
It's just a colony. So he was not surprised at all that Xiong Wencan could give such a detailed description. He couldn't figure out why the Eastern Empire would give him such a generous gift since it had already shown its fangs.
"Prime Minister, before I answer your question, I would like to ask you to make an objective evaluation. If we send troops to fight for this place, how sure are you and your country of winning?" Without answering Richelieu's question, Xiong Wencan asked
asked rhetorically.
"This..." Needless to say? If the Ming Dynasty really made up its mind to seize Africa, relying on France's current strength, it would really just stay on the sidelines and watch.
"We promise not to do anything here to show our respect for our allies." Xiong Wencan smiled kindly and then took out another map and said: "Of course, you should also know that there is no free lunch in this world.
In exchange for our recognition of France’s rule in Africa, you must recognize that this place belongs to me, the Ming Dynasty!”
"New World?" Even with Richelieu's wisdom, he could no longer remain calm. The appetite of this Eastern Empire was too great. What they wanted was not to take over the Spanish colonies, but to snatch the entire New World from the hands of the West. Among them
It even included the current important source of funds for the French, from the Ohio River Basin through the Great Lakes to most of Canada.
"Yes, in the entire New World, if I, the Ming Dynasty, start to march here, you must not stop me..."
"No! This isn't fair!" It's really not a good deal to trade the colonies you've already acquired for an Africa full of dangers. "Dear Bear, I have to remind you that although the Ming Empire has the most powerful
The army, your Majesty the Emperor and Your Majesty the General also have wisdom and decisiveness that are difficult for ordinary people to match, but they will pay a heavy price for their greed. Because our power is not the only one here..."
"Even if you can completely destroy the Spanish fleet this time and let the Portuguese take their place, it does not mean that you can turn these territories into your own!" Richelieu hit the table unceremoniously,
His anger has left him no time to worry about his own image.
After a roar, Richelieu suddenly calmed down and said with a proud smile: "Your empire is not close to the New World, and the British established the first colonial city thirty years ago. Do you think they will easily
Are you going to give up?"
Xiong Wencan watched with contentment the eloquent French prime minister venting his words. He sneered in his heart, but did not show any expression on his face. "This issue is something that I, the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and General Zhenguo need to consider.
, I firmly believe that they must have a way to solve it. And my task is to persuade you to accept this deal and promise to retreat when the two armies encounter each other!"
"No! Your request is too high. I can't make the decision to betray my country like this!" Since the end of the last century, the French have used those crude tools and handicrafts to trade with the Indians in exchange for furs and brought them home to sell.
Later, they discovered a new way to make money.
It’s no wonder that Richelieu had such a violent reaction. Furs, especially beaver skins, are excellent materials for making hats and shawls, and are very popular with Western upper class society. Now the fur trade has become a major colonial activity, and
The further north the furs produced, the higher the quality. If Richelieu agreed to Zhu Youcong's request, he would lose not only a colony, but an important source of funds.
However, international negotiations are all about shouting out prices and paying back the money, to see who has the stronger ability to deceive. Richelieu's anger is that he doesn't know what Zhu Youcong's plan is. If he knows that the fat man is going to do it completely
Turning the New World into the territory of the Ming Dynasty had already made so many demands when Chongzhen asked him to send troops, and he would definitely be happy to nod in agreement immediately.
Just as Reyoz thought when he heard Zhu Youcong's military order in front of the Ancestral Temple, this fat guy is indeed looking for the next unlucky guy who will be betrayed by Westerners. The reason why Xiong Wencan now puts Zhu Youcong's long-term
The plan was thrown out, just to use this opportunity to make the French get used to it, so that when the Ming Empire accumulates enough power in the future, they can actively cooperate to stab their own people in the back.
"Prime Minister, I don't think you need to be so excited!" After another cup of hot tea was handed to him, Xiong Wencan began to seduce him slowly: "As far as we know, the local indigenous people control the source of furs, you are just making some money.
It’s just the price difference, right?”
Although the French established their own colony in the New World and named it New France, their current life is actually not easy. The supply of goods is in the hands of others, and the fur trading stations established by French merchants did not allow them to obtain direct supplies.
In order to have the opportunity to deal with businessmen, the Huron tribe and the Ottawa tribe must be used as intermediaries to successfully complete the transaction. And whether the trade channel is smooth or not depends on the face of others. If they offend some powerful tribes, they will start to engage in
An economic blockade would bring disaster to the entire colony, which relied on the fur trade for a living.
"The situation you mentioned does exist, but we are working hard to change the existing situation."[
"Of course I don't doubt this. But now you only see the huge benefits brought by the fur trade, but you haven't discovered the hidden risks, right?"
Under very difficult transportation conditions, fur storage and transportation were a headache and required a lot of manpower. Although the French gained considerable wealth from the fur trade, they had a great impact on the development of the colony.
Negative effect. This kind of single economy has seriously restricted the development of other resources, especially the development of agriculture. If things go on like this, it will form a very fatal weakness. Now the French can still get away with it without opponents, but they can
Once someone jumps out it can quickly put them at a huge disadvantage.
"Then..." Even though he is known as the best politician in the West, Richelieu has never thought of these questions raised by Xiong Wencan. Now he can only sigh in his heart, this magical Eastern Empire is really too terrifying.
Not only do they possess the most advanced scientific and technological knowledge in the world, they also have the most alert strategists, the wisest politicians, and the shrewdest businessmen have emerged. Who else can play with them?
"Since you have admitted this, then I think we can provide you with too much help." After destroying people's confidence, Xiong Wencan got to the point and said: "Don't worry, as long as you are willing to help
By occupying this land, we can ensure that the benefits you get in Africa are far beyond your imagination!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian.com to vote and vote monthly. Your support is mine.
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