The waves hit the rocks, making a roaring sound, and occasionally a few seagulls chirped, then quickly passed through the water and caught an unlucky little fish.
Zhu Qizhen stood on a higher ground, feeling the breath of nature and feeling relaxed and happy.
I haven't been so relaxed and comfortable for a long time since I went to sea.
Although the battle was still going on on the front line, he knew very well that there was no suspense about the outcome of this war.
It can be seen from several early contacts that the Ming army completely crushed the Eastern Romans in terms of weapons and equipment, tactical literacy, and fighting will.
When the first ray of sunshine shone on the island of Ceylon, the battle should have been over.
"Fan Zhong!"
"emperor!"
Fan Zhong hurriedly stepped forward and bowed.
Zhu Qizhen sat down lazily, looked at the ocean and the sky, and said, "Don't be formal, come on!"
As he spoke, he patted the rocks beside him.
Fan Zhong was a little hesitant. Over the years, he had always stood behind the emperor.
In his opinion, he must ensure that the emperor appears in his field of vision to feel at ease.
Zhu Qizhen looked back at him and said with a smile: "Talk to me."
Fan Zhong could only nodded, then took off the scabbard from his waist, held it in his left hand, and sat on the ground.
"Your Majesty, are you worried about the situation on the front line?"
Zhu Qizhen shook his head slowly and said: "Whether it is by land or water, the Eastern Romans cannot resist it at all. There is no need to worry about this battle."
"Why... why do you look a little... worried?"
Fan Zhong made great efforts to say these words. He is not good at talking on weekdays, especially in front of the emperor. Due to his status, he cannot speak casually.
"Yes, I am a little worried."
Zhu Qizhen put down his airs as an emperor, just like chatting with an old friend.
"However, what I am worried about is not the war situation, but the island of Ceylon."
Fan Zhong added: "Your Majesty, there is no need to worry. We can capture the entire island of Ceylon within three to five months at most."
"You are right, it is only a matter of time before we capture Ceylon, but have you ever thought about what will happen after we capture it?"
"after……"
Fan Zhong was a little hesitant and seemed not to have thought about this issue.
If Ceylon Island is included in the territory of the Ming Dynasty, how will it be managed in the future?
If something happens here, how should we deliver the news?
This island is really far away from the mainland of Ming Dynasty, at least tens of thousands of miles.
Taking a ship to the capital, even with an ironclad ship, would take several months for a round trip.
Neither the memorials on the island nor the orders of the imperial court were effective at all.
Fan Zhong was troubled when he thought of these things, and said: "Actually... this island is isolated and has little value. If the emperor feels that it is too troublesome to manage, then he doesn't want it!"
"My navy has spent a lot of manpower and material resources to come here, but it cannot be in vain. The battle for Ceylon Island has already begun. It would be a pity to give up right now!"
Zhu Qizhen didn't want to explain more. He knew very well that not only Fan Zhong, but many people might not understand how important this island was to the Ming Dynasty in a short time.
In the eyes of many people, it is just a lonely island offshore.
However, this island allowed the Ming Dynasty to penetrate deep into the Indian Ocean, and then expand its shipping routes to Africa and the European continent, seizing more high-quality ports before Europe's great voyages.
Moreover, the territory of the Ming Dynasty did not stop here. Continuing to the west, there is the famous Constantinople, once the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, now occupied by the Ottomans.
Since the Ottomans could occupy it, why couldn't the Ming Dynasty?
This question is worth considering…
Fan Zhong scratched his head. Based on his understanding, he didn't know why the emperor valued this island so much. However, whatever the emperor decided would definitely be correct.
"Is the Emperor planning to establish a province here?"
"Yes, Ceylon Dusi and Ceylon Guards were established. From then on, this place will be the territory of the Ming Dynasty."
Fan Zhong finally understood why the emperor was troubled. If a capital was established here, who would be in charge?
The isolated islands overseas may, to put it harshly, be separated and independent at any time.
This person must be absolutely loyal to Ming Dynasty and must not have any second thoughts.
Even the vassal king couldn't guarantee that under such favorable conditions, he would have the idea of coming to the throne and becoming the emperor himself.
Zhu Qizhen suddenly asked: "Who do you think is more suitable to be in charge of Ceylon Island?"
Fan Zhong suddenly lost his mind and could only smile awkwardly and said, "I don't know."
"Say whatever you want, it doesn't matter!"
"I really don't know..."
"I just asked you what you think and didn't ask you to make a decision. What are you worried about?"
"Um……"
Fan Zhong hesitated for a moment and finally said: "His Royal Highness, King Xi!"
Zhu Qizhen nodded and said: "King Tan is indeed more suitable. However, from Jiaozhi to Luzon, then to Nanhaiwei, and now Ceylon Guard, I can't just transfer King Tan there every time I open up territory."
?I have decided that King Tan is mainly responsible for the Nanhai Guard and will not be transferred for the time being."
"Then..." Fan Zhong thought about it for a long time before tentatively saying, "His Royal Highness Prince Xiang?"
"King Xiang went to Oceania, which is also a new continent. It is more than ten times larger than Ceylon. There are many things he has to do."
"Otherwise...His Royal Highness Prince Ning?"
"Prince Ning?"
Zhu Qizhen smiled and shook his head, saying: "Uszang's problem has not been solved yet!"
Fan Zhong really doesn’t know how to do this. He can’t do this, and he can’t do that either. But you can say that it can be done!
You can't...
Suddenly, an idea flashed in his mind and he said: "His Royal Highness is already six years old, maybe..."
"You should be gone soon!"
Zhu Qizhen waved his hand and said: "The six-year-old child has not been weaned yet!"
Fan Zhong thought to himself, if he is not weaned, he can bring a wet nurse over...
"I'm here to ask you, why do you answer the question of vassal king and prince?"
Fan Zhong was startled, seemed to realize something, and said nervously: "I'm just talking nonsense..."
Zhu Qizhen smiled faintly and said: "Don't be nervous. I am just chatting with you today. You just mentioned four people, three vassal kings and a prince. Do you think that Ceylon Island must be controlled by the clan?"
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Fan Zhong looked troubled. After careful consideration, he still said: "This island is isolated offshore. It is more suitable for the clan to take charge of it, and it can reduce troubles."
Zhu Qizhen nodded and said: "Yes, Ceylon Island is so far away from the mainland of the Ming Dynasty. If the people in power have evil intentions, even if the court sends troops to conquer, it will cost a lot of money, food and time. I have been
We are considering suitable candidates..."
Fan Zhong stopped talking because he knew that the emperor already had a candidate in mind.
Now that it has been decided, there is no need for you to participate anymore.
"...This person must be brave and resourceful, and more importantly, he must be loyal to the Ming Dynasty and to me. As for whether his identity is a clan member or not, it actually doesn't matter. What do you think?"
Fan Zhong nodded and agreed.
Zhu Qizhen continued: "Three Thousand Camp and Shenji Camp are too important to me. Chen Ying and Li Zhen cannot stay. As for Yuan Bin, Jin Yiwei can't do without him. The rest are civil servants. Guan Yi
It's enough to manage civil affairs, but I'm afraid I can't lead troops."
Fan Zhong listened and continued to nod.
"Zhang Mao is quite good, but his qualifications are still relatively low. In addition, over there in Jiaozhi, the Prince of Jing'an County is old, so if we still count on him, he won't be able to keep him..."
Fan Zhong is still nodding...
"I have thought about it a lot, and it is most suitable for you to stay on Ceylon Island!"
Fan Zhong was still nodding, but suddenly he was stunned and shook his head violently.
"Your Majesty, I...are not suitable!"
Zhu Qizhen smiled and asked: "What's inappropriate?"
"My lord, my lord..."
The expression on Fan Zhong's face was one of surprise and fear, and he suddenly started to stutter.
"I'm here to ask you, can you fight?"
Fan Zhong shook his head subconsciously, then realized and nodded vigorously.
"Will it happen or not?"
"meeting!"
"Are you loyal to me?"
Fan Zhong stood up, knelt on one knee, and said solemnly: "If I have two minds, heaven and earth will not tolerate it!"
"very good!"
Zhu Qizhen nodded and said: "You know how to fight and are loyal to me. Why is it inappropriate?"
Fan Zhong lowered his head, pondered for a long time, and then said: "My duty is to protect the emperor, and other things... I have not thought about..."
Zhu Qizhen looked at the man with gray hair and beard in front of him and sighed secretly in his heart.
If history does not repeat itself, Fan Zhong first killed Wang Zhen in Tumubao, and then died in the battle to protect himself.
"I will kill this thief for the sake of the world" became his last words.
Over the years, Fan Zhong has been by his side throughout the southern expeditions and hundreds of battles.
Even when he went to bed at night, he would stand guard at the gate of the camp, and he never complained a word in many years.
It is no exaggeration to say that with this person around, I can sleep soundly at night.
However, compared to sleeping, Ming's future is more important.
Ceylon Island needs an absolutely loyal person to take charge of it. Looking at the world, even the vassal king cannot guarantee that he will be of the same mind as him.
Because my ancestors were rebellious, and a successful case like Jingnan would undoubtedly plant the seeds of rebellion in the hearts of future feudal lords. Who knows when they would take root and grow into a towering tree.
Yu Qian is a very suitable person. He is devoted to the public good and will definitely not rebel. It is a pity that he did not take him with him when he went to sea this time.
After much deliberation, only Fan Zhong was the most suitable.
"Get ready. I will return to you soon, and the island of Ceylon will be handed over to you!"
After Zhu Qizhen had had enough of the sea breeze, he stood up and turned back to the camp.
For the first time, Fan Zhong did not follow him, but knelt there blankly, like a statue.
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Although Condor City was completely bombed, it is the best city-state in the area after all. After some repairs, it can still be used as the main city.
Relatively speaking, the Governor's Mansion was relatively well preserved, because when the three thousand battalions came in, they encountered no resistance at all.
Zhu Qizhen looked around. The style of this building was very strange. It had the style of Buddhist culture and the shadow of the Western church, which seemed a bit nondescript.
Queen Dosia has become a prisoner. She tried to smile and try to please the emperor from the Ming Dynasty in front of her.
Zhu Qizhen didn't even look at her, and said: "Take her down, don't kill her yet, keep it for use."
"yes!"
Zhang Mao gave an order, and the guards immediately came forward and took Dorsia away.
But Dorsia thought she was going to be beheaded, and was so frightened that she screamed and screamed.
Zhu Qizhen saw Zhang Jin and asked, "What is she calling?"
"she says……"
Zhang Jin hesitated and said: "She said...she is very good in bed, and she will definitely satisfy you..."
Zhu Qizhen burst into laughter. The only heir to the Eastern Roman Empire turned out to be a slut. It seemed that his strength was really exhausted and there was no hope of salvation.
It seems that in his own memory, after the Ottomans occupied Constantinople, the Eastern Romans did not make a comeback.
Judging from the current situation, we are likely to face an Ottoman counterattack next.
As for the Eastern Roman Empire... it no longer exists, so there is no need to consider it.
"Did you find the drawings?"
"Go back to the emperor, I found it!"
Zhang Mao hurriedly said: "In the warehouse of the Governor's Mansion, foreign devils can't understand it at all. When I found it, the drawings were covered with dust."
Zhu Qizhen nodded, wandered thousands of miles, and finally found the drawings.
"If you have military merit, you will be knighted. If you have made great military achievements, I will naturally not hesitate to reward you!"
After hearing this, everyone knelt down and bowed, shouting long live.
"Pingshen!"
Zhu Qizhen waved his hand and said seriously: "From now on, the Ceylon Dusi and the Ceylon Guard will be established. Fan Zhong will listen to the order!"
Fan Zhong stepped forward and saluted: "I'm here!"
"The Qing family has followed me in the southern and northern wars for these years, and has worked hard and achieved great results. From now on, he will be promoted to Liang Guogong, appointed as the commander of the Ceylon Dusi, leading the Ceylon Guards, and taking charge of military and political affairs!"
"My lord, Fan Zhong, has received the order to express his gratitude. Long live my emperor!"
After everyone heard this, the expressions on their faces were a bit incredible. They did not expect that the emperor would make a decision so quickly.
Moreover, the island of Ceylon was separated from the country, and the commander appointed was actually a guard commander.
If it were a vassal king named Zhu, they would be more likely to accept it.
Zhu Qizhen continued: "Tang Xinggu!"
Tang Xinggu was distracted, and when he heard the emperor calling his name, he quickly replied: "I am here!"
"I appoint you as the Commander-in-Chief of Ceylon, to oversee the financial and civil affairs of Ceylon."
Tang Xinggu didn't even react and replied: "I... obey the order!"
Regarding Tang Xinggu's appointment, Zhu Qizhen also considered it carefully.
Fan Zhong was in charge of military affairs, which was no problem, but he was not necessarily good at civil affairs and needed help.
This time, only Tang Xinggu is more suitable to follow him out to sea.
"Zhang Jin!"
Zhang Jin suddenly became nervous and hurriedly kowtowed: "Sinners, listen to the decree!"
Zhu Qizhen said in a deep voice: "My father conspired to commit regicide, which is an unforgivable crime. I hope you are still loyal and made some contributions in the battle to capture Shenying City. For now, it can be regarded as meritorious service, and the death penalty will be exempted. From now on
Get up and go, sinner!"
Zhang Jin felt trembling all over and said: "Thank you... thank you... Your Majesty... long live your Majesty!"
"You will still be useful in the future. If you make new contributions, you will definitely be rewarded!"
"I will never give up even if I die!"
Zhang Jin lay on the ground, crying hard. In his heart, there was only one thought, and he survived...