Domineering Daming

"Yes!" Obai and Zheng Zhilong said with a serious expression.

The two left after speaking, leaving Feng Zhu and Li Yizao still studying the map.

After a while, Li Yizao sighed, pointed to the map and said, "Elder-in-law, look here, if a canal is dug here, we don't have to go around such a big Africa to come to Europe."

Feng Zhu looked at Li Yizao's fingers, where there were two black italic characters: Egypt.

There are two seas separated here, and at the same time, Europe is separated from the eastern sea route. If there is a river here, Daming's ship can go straight to this place after leaving Malacca, and then directly to Europe, without having to go around the so-called Cape of Good Hope, thousands of miles away away.

Feng Zhu looked at this place, squinted his eyes, and said: "Remember, after returning to the city, let the navy go to test it out. If you can control it, I, Da Ming, will have the final say on the future trade between the East and the West. !"

"Yes." Li Yizao said.This place is indeed very special. If a river can be dug out, it will really save a lot of time.

At noon the next day, just after dinner, Obai found Feng Zhu and said in a low voice, "Eunuch, I found a suitable place, surrounded by islands, and a peninsula hidden in it. If a city can be built, it will be almost It is a blockhouse, which is absolutely easy to defend and difficult to attack. There is still a large area of ​​land inside. According to the investigation of the soldiers, the land is fertile and suitable for planting. Sweet potatoes, corn, wheat, and rice can be used. The locals are all black, poorly clothed, and holding sticks. , wood and stone are easy to deal with."

Feng Zhu's eyes flickered, and he said, "I'll slow down the fleet, and I'll give you three days to take down one piece, build the fortifications, and keep another 300 people. You have to catch up as soon as possible, and don't let those Xiyi people find out."

"Yes!" Obai was very excited, he turned and left after being ordered.

He did it very covertly, deliberately hiding it from outsiders, even including the letter king Zhu Youjian.

This place is indeed as known by the soldiers' investigation, the people here are quite ignorant and full of fear of the outside world, Oboi just let the musket and arrow team charge a few times, frightened these people and fled in all directions.

Aobai was overjoyed, he made people alert, and at the same time quickly checked the geographical situation, the big baskets were lifted into the sky one by one, and he had a panoramic view of everything around him.

Soon, Oboi found a suitable place, and quickly captured the prisoners, taught them how to do things, and asked them to repair fortifications, gun towers and so on.

They have tried it on the other side of Africa before, and this time they are already familiar with it. The number of arrests is increasing and the construction is accelerating.

These Africans yelled for no reason, fear, awe, and under the threat of guns, they worked hard.

Aobai did not treat them harshly, food, drink, and rest, did not cause much retaliation.

If there are more threats, he will give Daming clothes, shoes, and even food and wine to win people's hearts.

Aobai's method was not very clever, but it was very useful. In just five days, the fortifications including the gun towers were preliminarily established.

He sent cannons, gunpowder, and some seeds from the fleet, and ordered these Africans to be taught to reclaim and plant.

Five days later, Obai had already established his position here, got along well with the Africans, and did not keep fighting each other, and the territory he occupied was actually not that big.

Ao Bai led a few people to go north quickly to catch up with the fleet.

Sea voyage is a very boring thing, there are no women on board, Xin Wang is well-clothed, but after more than a year of sailing, he has also gotten used to it, playing chess and chatting with Tang Ruowang every day, and then going back to read and sleep.

However, it was raining today, and the fleet moved very slowly. Zhu Youjian and Tang Ruowang's chessboards were placed in the cabin.

In Zhu Youjian's room, the two are still playing chess, maybe because they have been playing for a long time, their chess strength is becoming more and more equal, and they are inseparable from each other.

"My lord, why haven't I seen General Oboi for a long time?" Tang Ruowang played chess calmly, raised his eyelids and asked Zhu Youjian.

Zhu Youjian also didn't see Oboi for five or six days, but he didn't care, and said indifferently: "I heard from Eunuch Feng, he went to the rear, pressing down on the rear of the fleet to ensure that no ships were left behind."

Tang Ruowang nodded as if he understood, and said: "We are coming soon. When we arrive in Lisbon, we can all have a good rest, and the prince can also feel the European style. This place is completely different from Daming. There are not so many constraints and more freedom. Of course , God wants his people to live free and happy."

Zhu Youjian was well aware of Tang Ruowang's purpose, so he didn't bother to pay attention, saying: "My king hopes to have a good talk with the Spanish king. Peace is our common hope."

Regarding the conflict between the Ming Dynasty and Spain, especially the change of hands of the Philippines, Tang Ruowang felt powerless.

He knew that the Ming Dynasty was quite strong and would not bow down, let alone return the Philippines to Spain. Now, it all depends on Spain's attitude.

If Spain is enraged, it may really attack this messenger fleet, or even send a fleet to the far east to crusade.

This was not the result he wanted. He wanted to go to Daming to preach, and he wanted to gain the favor and permission of the Emperor of Ming.

"Perhaps, I should go to the Papal State one step ahead of time, see the Pope, and ask the Pope to mediate."

Tang Ruowang was playing chess, so he said in his heart.Although the Pope is no longer what it used to be, his influence is still great, especially for Spain.

But it took too long to go to the Papal State, and it was too late.

Tang Ruowang now only prays that the Kingdom of Spain will not be provoked, not dizzy, and not do stupid things.

"Yes." He was out of his mind, and answered Zhu Youjian casually.

Zhu Youjian couldn't forget that Spain is a country of incest. He suppressed his nausea and said, "Well, I still need some translators. I hope Mr. Tang can help find them."

Europe is chaotic and complex, and the languages ​​are also diverse. Zhu Youjian needs more translations.

Tang Ruowang was still wandering in his mind, subconsciously said: "I'm happy to help you."

Hearing this, Zhu Youjian frowned. Just as he was about to speak, Feng Zhu walked over slowly, looked at Tang Ruowang, and said, "Wait a minute, sir, this servant wants to say a few words to the prince."

Only then did Tang Ruowang wake up, glanced at Zhu Youjian, and said, "Please."

Zhu Youjian dislikes Feng Zhu, a slave, even though Feng Zhu usually respects him, but this is not what a slave should do.

He remained motionless, got up and walked back.

Feng Zhu bowed beside him, and said in a low voice: "My lord, it is too dangerous to go to the Pope's country. After discussing it, we will not go for the time being. We will go to Spain first, then the Frankish Kingdom, the Netherlands, and England. Finally, according to the situation, we will make arrangements." How to meet the Pope."

Zhu Youjian was very dissatisfied with Feng Zhu's arbitrariness. He was angry in his heart, and he didn't hide his face. He frowned and said, "Isn't our first task to see the Pope? I heard that this church has great influence. Even the king Sometimes you have to listen to them."

Feng Zhu nodded, and said: "That's true, but it's too dangerous to go in. If they block the entrance, we can only wait to die. It's too dangerous. This is also a prudent move after repeated discussions between slaves and maidservants."

Zhu Youjian was used to being excluded, and was really dissatisfied. He said, "Okay, I know, and I will tell Tang Ruowang."

When they arrived in Europe, their itinerary was not as they wished, and they needed to be arranged in advance to avoid any troubles and unnecessary troubles.

All of this depends on Tang Ruowang's help, Mingren is a complete stranger.

Feng Zhulai and Zhu Youjian said these things because he wanted Zhu Youjian to tell Tang Ruowang, persuade him, and let him help arrange.

"No, no, no."

Sure enough, Tang Ruowang shook his head again and again when he heard it, and said: "Going to Lisbon can be said to be a drop in the road, repairing ships, replenishing food and water, but going to the Kingdom of Franks, the Netherlands, and the Kingdom of England is different, and that is a disservice to the Pope. Respect, it will cause great controversy in Europe, which is not good for you and will lead to war."

Zhu Youjian would not bargain for the safety of the fleet, and said directly: "Mr. Tang, you should understand that we Ming people do not believe in your God. While asking us to respect, I hope to get your respect as well. In this way, we can move forward, instead of quarreling, standing still, or even retreating."

Tang Ruowang frowned, looked at Zhu Youjian and said, "My lord, you must go to Rome as soon as possible. The Pope has a strong influence throughout Europe. If you get his help, your trip to Europe will be very smooth. It will save a lot of trouble, and those who make up your mind will be more cautious."

What Tang Ruowang said was very implicit, that is, if Zhu Youjian didn't go to Rome to meet the pope immediately, he might cause trouble or be attacked, and the pope could protect them.

Chapter 1195 Crisis

Hearing Tang Ruowang's firm words, Zhu Youjian looked as usual, and said, "I believe that no one in Europe dares to pay attention to us, and this king also wants to weigh whether Europe has the courage to invade my Daming again!"

Zhu Youjian's words were very calm, too calm, Tang Ruowang clearly heard the sound of gold and stone, clanging like iron!