Hamilton took a step forward and spoke in English, probably speaking the gifts they brought.

After listening to it, Hou Xuanyan was not very interested. In this era, due to his own efforts, Huachao's technology did not lag behind the West, and even steam engines appeared. However, this is an era of change that has not been seen in a thousand years. Even if he is temporarily leading, the most taboo thing is Yelang's arrogant and working behind closed doors. Only by opening the country's doors for exchanges can he always maintain vigorous productivity innovation.

"I have already known your intentions. I believe that you have traveled across the ocean to my country, not to give gifts."

Hamilton took off his hat and said respectfully: "His Majesty, my great-grandson, I sincerely admire your wisdom. We are here this time to establish friendly diplomatic relations with your empire and jointly support and help each other."

Hou Xuanyan stood up, walked to the steps of the hall, and sang: "I know that your European royal family is all related to their kinship, but it will not affect your attack on each other. To be honest, there are two countries on your side, which I don't like very much, and have already formed enemies. One is Tsarist Russia and the other is Spain. These two countries will inevitably have a war with us. If you want to establish diplomatic relations, you must make sure that when I send troops, you Britain cannot help them."

Hamilton now wishes that the empire's finger was aimed at all European and 6 countries. As long as he doesn't fight against Britain, no matter what Spain and Tsarist Russia are, it's better to fight for both sides.

"His Majesty, Your Majesty, I can swear on behalf of my country and will never interfere with any war you have started." Hamilton said happily. Unexpectedly, there would be unexpected gains this time. If there was really a war, Britain could take the opportunity to make a fortune.

Hou Xuanyan asked the Ministry of Rites to draft a letter of nationality and asked them to bring it back to the UK, which was considered to have formally established diplomatic relations. As for the letter of nationality written by the British, Hou Xuanyan didn't even read it. This group of old-fashioned and cautious politicians are best at making some stinky, long and without content. The establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries must be tied to interests, rather than the so-called letter of nationality.

As long as the benefits are enough, Hou Xuanyan will tear up the treaty and start war tomorrow, he will also do it. Of course, the British Empire will be able to do it even more.

Next, officials from the Ministry of Rites took the delegation's people to the tourist lecture hall, craftsman hall, medical hall and other places.

Hou Xuanyan didn't plan to follow these trivial matters. He enthusiastically stayed Hamilton for a few more months. In fact, everyone in this mission wanted to stay for a few more months.

The establishment of diplomatic relations with the UK was the beginning, the beginning of exchanges between the East and the West. Merchants from the two countries have long been very familiar with each other, but this is the first time to interact at the national level.

After the delegation withdrew, Hou Xuanyan summoned several ministers and Joshuai-Wang, Nan Huaili, and the little eunuch brought everyone to Nuanfang Pavilion. Hou Xuanyan had already changed into a spring shirt, and the formal attire he went to court was too tired to wear.

In Nuanfang Pavilion, it seemed much more casual, and the ministers were very relaxed when they arrived here. Johnson Chan and Nam Huaili were amazed. It seemed that the Chinese Dynasty was different from the Ming Dynasty, and the relationship between the monarch and the ministers here was more harmonious.

When Hou Xuanyan saw them coming in, he smiled and said, "Come on, give him a seat."

The eunuch carried four stools, Ma Shiying and Chen Ming were courteous and took two missionaries to sit down.

Seeing that they sat down, Hou Xuanyan spoke, "I heard that the two missionaries had served as officials in the Imperial Heaven Supervisory, and they were from the Ming Dynasty and the Hua Dynasty. Are you willing to continue to stay in our dynasty as an official?"

The two looked at each other and saw the joy in each other's eyes. They came to the east to preach. When they arrived in China, they appeared and wanted to preach here. They had to be officials and get the support of the court, so that they could have some possibility. Otherwise, it would be a cult heresy. The Ming Dynasty founded the country with the White Lotus Sect and was very afraid of such sects. The intensity of the attack was not a joke, and the blood was flowing into a river of killing at any time.

"How can we not be grateful for your Majesty's love?"

Hou Xuanyan laughed and said, "You two are really polite. If you are willing, go to the craftsman's hall. I know that you believe in Catholicism and come here to preach. My empire can allow you to preach, but you must abide by our law. The Chinese government is separated from religion and politics, and no religion can interfere with the government affairs, otherwise it will be a cult heresy."

The two missionaries were so happy that they all thanked each other, and then happily went to the Ministry of Personnel to report.

There are two grand senators left in Nuanfang Pavilion. Hou Xuan said: "This diplomatic establishment is the beginning. The Westerners are different from the Nanyang and the Mobei. They are now at a time when their national strength is improving by leaps and bounds. After you go back, organize a group of officials and students from the Three University Halls to send ships to the UK, which is considered a reciprocity exchange."

The two of them agreed and didn't take it seriously. After all, the Han people at this time were still very arrogant at heart.

As he was talking, the topic returned to the war in Moxi, and the generals in front of him reported their own ideas to Hou Xuanyan.

From the perspective of God, Hou Xuanyan was able to roughly calculate the situation of the war. Hami was an important bridgehead and shouldn't be able to fight until now.

There is no solid city wall or natural barrier in this kind of place, so it is impossible to defend it. Unless they have the idea of ​​dying and use their lives to delay time.

In fact, he really guessed it right. Hami was using human life to delay time, and for the unified Zhuanggar.

Of course, Chen Mingyu was aimed at his old partner Yan Yingyuan. They fought side by side in Jiangyin, and they were born and died. Chen Mingyu admired Yan Yingyuan's ability very much, so he said: "If Junggar is so big, if he advances step by step, I don't know when the battle will be fought. I think it's a good idea to kill Liheng."

Hou Xuanyan pondered: "The general is outside, and the king is not allowed to accept the order. Since Xia Wanchun has been fighting in Jingbei for two years, we should trust him. It is a taboo for me to sit in Jinling, but I control the generals in front of me from a remote control. What we need to do is to transport baggage, so that the soldiers on the front line can wear clothes, eat, cannons, and medicinal purposes are the best support."

Ma Shiying hurriedly said, "I'm asking you to discuss that the newly made wheels of Your Majesty's Shengming. The Merchants Hall have already ordered the merchants to customize them. There are many willing factories in Jiangnan. I don't know which one is suitable?"

"List our requirements and then ask them to bid. Whoever has the lowest price should be used, write this method into Dahua Business Law, and then implement this in the future." Hou Xuanyan briefly explained the current bidding method, and the specific measures must be carefully considered by the ministers below.
Chapter completed!