Three hundred and thirtieth chapters against the sky
Richelieu set sail back home with a happy face. This trip to the East not only successfully completed the scheduled mission and became the strongest ally of the Ming Empire, but also received many unexpected surprises.
The first is the economic aspect. When Richelieu went out, he managed to get 17 million taels of silver by scraping here and there. In the end, of course, all of them stayed in the Ming Dynasty, but it cost 30 million taels to change to other Westerners.
The quality of the goods we can purchase is far superior to others.
Under the premise of differentiating the reflected value, although the discount this time is very large, it seems that it is not a big deal for the Ming Empire to offer some discounts to its closest allies. But this old fox is not honest in doing things. Before leaving,
At that time, the city of Manila was emptied out, and even the gold and silver tableware and candlesticks that appeared at the dinner hosted by Zhu Youcong were not left behind. That was a treasure worth more than 20 million taels in total!
In addition to these visible wealth, the French fleet also contains treasures that can make them a Western economic power. The hydraulic textile machine was a product that was eliminated by the Ming Dynasty, but it is still among the top high-tech products in the Western world, especially
It was a loom equipped with a flying shuttle. In order to prevent the Ming Dynasty from dumping and destroying France's fragile economic foundation, the shrewd Richelieu also reached an agreement with Zhu Youcong in secret talks. From now on, the French would be responsible for manufacturing cheap looms.
The low-end products of Ming Dynasty occupied the ordinary civilian market, while Ming Dynasty only exported expensive silk to deceive those nobles and wealthy businessmen!
In terms of military affairs, the French gained even more, so much so that Zhu Youcong seemed a little gloomy when he saw him off. Richelieu originally mixed in with the caravans to reach the East in order to deceive others. Only his dozen or so armed merchant ships
Pirates would dare to rob two ordinary warships as long as they got the slightest hint of news along the way, but I'm afraid there are relatively few people who still think that way.[
The sixteen captured Spanish warships seemed to be just that, but if someone touched them, they would know that things should not be judged by their appearance. After the French robbed them, they still stayed in Manila for ten more days.
To help Zhu Youcong maintain local security, the old Spanish naval cannons should be removed and replaced with those specially supplied by the Ming Dynasty. Although the cannons produced by the Ming Dynasty are powerful, they are light in weight and small in size. They have little impact on the hull when fired.
Therefore, these battleships can accommodate more. Slightly smaller ones can also carry sixty to eighty guns, and Salamanca's flagship had already been densely packed with one hundred and forty new guns.
I wonder if Sir Roy, who was fighting in Tianzhu, would point his finger at Richelieu's nose and curse after seeing this fleet. The French actually didn't spend a penny to make the new generation of British battleships still under design "
"Sea King" became the target of a beating.
And Richelieu will definitely not be satisfied with this status quo. When this powerful fleet returns home, he will inevitably use it as a blueprint to carry out large-scale transformation of his navy. In the foreseeable future, in this world, besides becoming famous in one battle
No one in the Ming Navy, known as the Hell Fleet, really dared to compete with the French on the ocean. Even Portugal, another loyal ally of the Ming Dynasty, would shy away due to the gap in basic strength.
Compared with the navy, which still needs to spend time to transform, the combat effectiveness of the French army has been greatly improved. The purchase volume of 130,000 flintlock muskets is more than twice that of other Western countries combined, and Damm and
The power of Mini is even more incomparable. Although the Ming Dynasty did not sell its own gunpowder, the steel materials specially selected for the weapons were better and the processing technology was more advanced. The French were able to load more black powder within a safe range, which was already possible.
It has advantages in range and power.
What's more terrifying than these weapons that are about to be put into battle is that Richelieu has successfully persuaded Zhu Youcong to provide them with a batch of special cannons. Although it will take about two years to deliver, as long as he has not failed to do so within two years,
The country was destroyed within a year, and when the yellowish gunpowder smoke began to spread on the battlefield... the generals could stop the French army from advancing. Even the Ming Empire's own army could not. The premise is that the French had the courage to cause trouble.
They are not afraid that this Eastern ally will hit them with something more terrifying.
After receiving such great benefits, it would be unreasonable for the French not to do something with the Ming Dynasty. Giving up their colonies in the New World to focus on development in Africa is just an exchange of interests, and it doesn’t matter who gets the advantage. But as Reyoz guessed
Like that. Ming Dynasty had already begun to prepare to attack its Western allies, but he was lucky enough not to be listed as the primary target.
How did Richelieu make Sir Roy make a mistake? This matter does not need to be considered by Zhu Youcong. Anyway, the French statement condemning the British cross-border attack on their allies has been read by this damn fat man. The Ming Empire took the opportunity to send troops. The Southern Corps and
The Central Group Army worked closely together with the overseas legions, and a million-strong army stormed Tianzhu, swallowing up the fat before the British had time to make repentance. This plan had already been distributed to the commanders and generals.
Of course, new situations must also be considered. With the Oara people moving north, Zhu Youcong was forced to deploy his plan to tear apart polar bears in advance, and as the most critical part of it, the issue of Devigne's identity must be resolved.
Now that Rome has secretly formed an alliance with the Ming Dynasty, and with Shivella's manipulation, it is not difficult to make it real, but the time seems a bit rushed. Just teach those old die-hards, who knows when they will be able to get this done.
Is it done? So it is the most realistic option to make a fake trip first and secure your seat and go through the formalities slowly.
If you want to make a fake, you must first know what it really looks like and what special needs it will have, otherwise it will not be discovered by others? Zhu Youcong didn't know what to do about this matter, and the Archbishop of the East also really
I couldn’t figure out the process, but Richelieu knew it well.
The work of persuasion is very difficult, especially when there are no traitors in the court to guide you from behind. Zhu Youcong and Nan Juyi plus Devigne who is eager to take office are really no match for the old fox Richelieu.
No one knows what kind of agreement was signed during this negotiation. Even someone as showy as Chongzhen avoided talking about it.
But in any case, the result of this secret conversation was quite satisfactory. Ansel, who was familiar with church affairs, and several French priests were retained to conduct special training for Devigne and provide cover for the operation, and then
Accompany him to deceive Mikhail III of the Romanov dynasty.
"Jiandou, this is not Tianzhu after all, and there are still huge differences in the natural geographical environment..." Such a big thing happened in the north, and the two troublemakers in the family were about to give birth. Zhu Youcong was also prepared to send Richelieu away.
Leave Luzon early and return to China.
"General, don't worry too much. I will keep in touch with Jacob Luo and revise the training regulations in a timely manner based on their suggestions!" Lu Xiangsheng originally had doubts about being transferred to Luzon, although he didn't think Zhu Youcong would take it.
I was messing around with military affairs, but I also felt that this kind of environmental adaptability training was completely superfluous.
It wasn't until the elite Army Group Center disembarked that Lu Xiangsheng realized that this matter should not be taken lightly. Affected by the tropical monsoon climate, the soldiers from the Central Plains region had already begun to suffer from serious acclimatization in just two days.
If this were to directly pull the troops to Tianzhu, the huge non-combat attrition would probably turn them into a disgrace to the empire.
"Dehui..."
"General, there is no need to say more. As long as our local fleet is here, no one will dare to cause trouble in the waters near Luzon!" Pointing to the Spanish fleet anchored in the port, Zou Weilian said solemnly: "After you leave, I will take these
Send the junk to the Portuguese. By the way, send someone to Malacca City to survey the terrain. At that time, with your order, our naval officers and soldiers can immediately begin to take over and build defensive forts!"
"Yeah! Not bad!" With Lu Xiangsheng and others here, Zhu Youcong really doesn't have to worry about military matters. There should be no one who can take advantage of these guys.
"Uncle Yi, I'll leave it to you to take care of this place!" There are still many indigenous people on the small islands near Luzon, and Zhu Youcong really doesn't want them to get a chance to breathe after he leaves.[
"General, please don't worry. With my subordinates here, I won't let those local monkeys have a peaceful life!" After the negotiation with the Roman envoy Jerius, Zhou Fengxiang also grew up a lot. He no longer existed in his heart.
What kind of benevolence does a woman have? No one is allowed to cause trouble in the territory of the Ming Empire. This is the purpose of his work.
"This is the decree prepared by my subordinates. Please take a look at it. If you think it is not enough, I will change it now!" He took out a notice. Zhou Fengxiang's face smiled brightly.
The natives who come to surrender within two days will be exempted from punishment? This seems good, but the natives are not clairvoyant. Can they see this notice posted at the gate of Manila?
Didn't surrender within the stipulated time? That would be much easier to handle. Zhou Fengxiang's methods are not too ruthless. Anyway, the monkeys here are used to do coolies. Why do they need so many decorative things? Goug out their noses, ears and tongues.
, this is the price of disobedience!
"It's not bad!" Zhu Youcong nodded with satisfaction. "I heard that the natives in Java are particularly popular in circumcising girls. Why don't you let Dehui get two for you when he's free?"
Can you please spread the word here too?"
"Okay! I'll add it to you right now!" Zhou Fengxiang really didn't know what circumcision was, but he knew very well that there was nothing good he could do in this fat man's belly.
"I feel relieved as long as you are here." The whistle of Yuzheng No. 2 has sounded, reminding me that it is time to set off. Thinking that there is no way and the training on the Japanese island has ended. He is congratulating Renlong on his way south. Zheng Chongjian's troops ran to Annan.
If he goes to beat someone up, he will be labeled as a prince when he comes back. Zhu Youcong laments with a bitter look on his face: "You are all free, but I have to continue to suffer!"
This damn fat man! How many people want to be a prince, but they can't, but he seems to be going to the execution ground. While Zhou Fengxiang was cursing in his heart, he comforted him: "Isn't he just a prince? General, you are so stormy and stormy.
You broke in, are you still afraid of being slapped in the face?"
"The general has already discussed with the old lady Qin and the bandit Li Zicheng. The crown of the Mughal Empire is our gift to the young prince!" As the leading general who has been with Zhu Youcong for the first time, he cannot share this little fat man.
The joy of becoming a father made Lu Xiangsheng feel somewhat regretful.
"You're quite a thief!" Zou Weilian led the Ming Dynasty's navy, not pirates. He couldn't find a place to rob for the time being, so he could only smile and said to Zhu Youcong: "The general has nothing to give, if Madam wants to
It’s time to eat fish. Just send a message and someone will send it to you later!”
"Sure! Just stay here and listen to me if you have nothing to do!" Yes, isn't it just to be a prince? Is it possible that you can get scolded more than the emperor? "Wait until I go back.
Just go to the palace and see what other good wines the emperor has hidden there, and then ask someone to bring them to you!"
Everyone who saw him off at the pier didn't think that Zhu Youcong was making an empty promise. Anyway, no one in the world could go to the Ming Emperor's house to rummage through the cabinets to find some wine. Except for this damn fat man, no one else had the guts. Royal wine collected by the imperial palace
, this thing must taste very good, but I don’t know how much it can be divided into. (To be continued...)