After some discussion, everyone agreed to eliminate the pirates led by Timothy in the Indian Ocean first to solve the worries of the Port of Malacca. This is also for the sake of the peace of the entire Southeast Asia in the future. If the pirates are not eliminated, future sea trade will
It will definitely be threatened. Moreover, this is a large group of powerful pirates, which will waste a lot of escort costs.
However, the generals had some doubts about how to exterminate the pirates. Timothy's sea bandits were stationed in the archipelago deep in the ocean, and they traveled thousands of miles of sea routes. Although on the waterways leading to Ceylon and the Indian mainland, it seemed that
It seems to be on the way.
However, because the enemy's situation is unclear, it is not known whether these gangsters are stationed in the lair. If the other party takes advantage of the fleet to launch a surprise attack on the port of Malacca, wouldn't it be self-defeating? Instead, it will create an opportunity for them to attack.
Zhang Yanling didn't seem to be worried about this matter, and ordered a day of preparation tomorrow, and the fleet would set off on the fifth day of June. He asked the generals to go back and make final rest and preparations.
Soon, the entire Manlajia seaport knew the news that the Ming fleet was about to attack Ceylon and the Folangji navy in the seaports of the Kalo Empire. The whole city was in an uproar, and some people were even panicked.
The fleet of the Ming Dynasty has become the support of the people in Manlajia Harbor. Seeing the tall ships cruising on the sea and the Ming Dynasty cavalry galloping in the streets, the people feel very safe, because that is the guarantee of their peaceful life.
.Although he supports the king,
However, the King's Guards and the local temporary organizations were insufficient in terms of equipment and capabilities. Otherwise, arson and several cases of sabotage would not have occurred. And when the Ming Dynasty soldiers increased the number of patrols in the East District,
No more sabotage occurred.
The fleet of the Ming Dynasty set off to fight, which made people feel somewhat panicked. After they left, would the city fall into chaos? What if the Ming soldiers and horses failed in the battle with the people of Folangji, and the people of Folangji came back again?
So what should we do?
King Su Duan Ma Mo came down with panic and worry in his heart. However, Su Duan Ma Mo and his noble ministers also understood that they could not interfere with the actions of the Ming army. Not only could they not interfere, he also wanted to
He personally led the ministers and people to bid farewell to the Ming army.
The next morning, Su Duan Mamo led the princes and ministers to a banquet in his palace for Zhang Yanling and his generals to bid farewell to them. At the banquet, Su Duan Mamo tentatively asked Zhang Yanling what kind of help the Lajia Kingdom should give.
.In fact, they were asking Zhang Yanling whether they were confident.
Zhang Yanling comforted the uneasy Su Duanmamo. Zhang Yanling told him that no one knew the outcome of the war, but for the safety of the waterways, the smooth flow of trade, the safety of the small Southeast Asian country, and the further stability of the situation, the Folangji people must be driven away
Go out to this area of Nanyang and destroy their sphere of influence.
Only by completely defeating the Folangji people can the Nanyang countries enjoy long-term peace and stability. Otherwise, the hidden dangers of wars and attacks will exist for a long time.
Su Duanmamo actually understood this truth. He just wanted to get some reassuring words from Zhang Yanling. Naturally, the king who regained the throne did not want to be forced to go into exile in another country again. He was panicked because he was concerned about his own interests.
Su Duanmamo proposed to organize a fleet to follow Zhang Yanling's fleet for logistical support. They could load supplies and follow the army.
Zhang Yanling rejected him. Zhang Yanling had three supply ships following him, so there was no need for additional supply ships. Besides, the ships in Manchuria's seaports were all small ships and could not carry much supplies. Their companions were even more of a burden and a living target. Maybe it was bad.
It is unnecessary to waste energy on rescuing these people.
Zhang Yanling told Su Duanmamo that what he needed to do was to seize the time to expand a capable army. At least it should have the ability to maintain local security. After his fleet left, he had to maintain the security of Manlajia.
This is the best help. Other help is unnecessary.
Moreover, after the banquet, Zhang Yanling, on behalf of the Ming Dynasty court and the Ming Dynasty fleet, presented Su Duan Ma Mo with 800 sets of armor and weapons and 100 war horses, as equipment for Su Duan Ma Mo to quickly establish a decent force to maintain law and order.
Su Duanmamo and the nobles and ministers really shed tears of joy. Armor, weapons, horses, etc. were urgently needed and rare things for them. The Lord Protector gave so many gifts at once, which was like a help in times of need. Why?
Don't let them be moved.
Su Duanmamo and his ministers immediately knelt down and shouted long live in front of them, kowtowing repeatedly. Zhang Yanling was startled and hurried away. These people were shouting long live at him. Is this okay? But Zhang Yanling also knew that,
They don't call themselves emperors, but they call themselves
He regarded himself as the incarnation of the Ming emperor's grace, so he kowtowed to himself and shouted. No, after they shouted long live, they called Zhang Yanling Bodhisattva, benefactor, etc. In short, it was just to express their respect for themselves and the Ming court.
Gratitude.
In fact, these armors, weapons, and horses were captured by Zhang Yanling during his attack on Pahang. The hero of Pahang worked hard to acquire thousands of sets of armors, weapons, and hundreds of horses. They were all captured after the city was broken.
Zhang Yanling ordered people to select the finely decorated war horses for use. How could other armors, weapons and other things be discerned by the Ming Dynasty's invincible fleet? After selecting more than a thousand sets of intact war horses, they were shipped back and kept in the port warehouse. Now they were taken out to make them.
Personal feelings can just relieve Su Duanmamo's anxiety and relieve his urgent needs. It can also make them feel his generosity and sincerity.
For Su Duanmamo and his ministers, the Ming army was willing to send such military supplies to each other, which is how trustful and sincere it is. This kind of mutual trust is not only military, it is all-round.
Su Duanmamo gave Zhang Yanling and others some gifts in return, which were all treasures such as ivory and gems. Zhang Yanling wanted to refuse, but he thought it was not necessary. Maybe accepting these gifts would make Su Duanmamo and his ministers feel more at ease.
.So he thanked him and accepted it.
Zhang Yanling only took a ruby necklace, and asked Zhang Yin, Chen Shi and others to distribute the rest to the generals as rewards. Naturally, all the generals were very happy.
In the evening, Zhang Yanling returned to the residence of the Governor's Mansion. When he entered the hall, he was in a daze. He saw many packages piled up in the hall, as well as stacks of books, as well as some clothes, red wine, silver cups and other items.
Several local aboriginal servants were busy sorting these things, sweating profusely.
Seeing Zhang Yanling return, several servant girls knelt down and saluted.
Zhang Yanling took off her cloak and handed it to a maid, and asked in surprise: "Where is Miss Catherine?"
"Lady Catherine is upstairs and will be down in a minute," the maid replied.
These servants had become accustomed to calling Catherine Madam. Catherine stopped them at first, but soon she accepted the title with peace of mind.
"What are you doing?" Zhang Yanling pointed at these messy items and asked.
"Madam said, pack things and prepare to be shipped and taken away. These are commonly used things. Clothes, food and drink, and Lady Catherine's books." The servant girl replied.
Zhang Yanling was about to speak when he saw Catherine coming down the stairs with fluffy hair and holding a pile of books. Seeing Zhang Yanling standing in the hall, she hurriedly shouted: "Are you back? Come and help me, here
The book is so heavy."
Zhang Yanling hurriedly stepped forward and took a pile of books from Catherine's hand. Looking at Catherine who was slightly sweaty but energetic, she smiled bitterly and said: "What are you doing?"
"Aren't we going to sea? We have to take these with us. Clothes, food, clothing, books and papers are all taken with us. After a while, we will sort them out and send them to the dock for loading. Don't worry about it.
I can just handle these things." Catherine clapped her hands.
Zhang Yanling frowned and said: "Do you want to go to sea with me to fight? Did I say you are allowed to follow me?"
Catherine turned her head and put her hands on her hips and glared: "Of course I want to go, I can't miss this battle."
Zhang Yanling said: "War is very dangerous, you are safer here. It is better not to go."
Catherine shook her head and said: "No, I have to go. I have my reasons. You have to take me with you."
Zhang Yanling put the book on the table and said with a smile: "Please tell me the reason."
Catherine said: "First of all, I am your interpreter. When you are fighting with the Franco Kingdom, don't you need me to interpret the language?"
Zhang Yanling nodded and said: "This is a reason. But others can also do it."
Catherine rolled her eyes at him and said: "Secondly, I am writing your biography. I have to witness all your major actions so that I can record your great achievements. I don't want to chase you around asking questions every day."
Zhang Yanling was speechless. Catherine wanted to write a biography for herself, and she really kept asking questions during this period. She started asking questions when she was a child, which made Zhang Yanling's head grow bigger. But seeing how enthusiastic she was, she couldn't bear to throw cold water on her.
"This is not a necessary reason."
"Third, Alfonso is my father-killing enemy. I did not ask you to kill him to avenge my father. But now you are going to fight him, and it is impossible for me to follow you to witness the death of this devil.
Isn't this reason enough?" Catherine looked at Zhang Yanling and said quietly.
Zhang Yanling's heart softened and she said with a smile: "This is a real reason. Well, as long as you don't complain and don't be scared out of your wits by the battle scene, I will take you with me. Hey, I'm just
I just don’t want you to take risks. This is not about playing, it’s about fighting hard. You might lose your life."
Catherine looked at Zhang Yanling seriously and said softly: "Then it's more time for me to go. If I die, I'll die together."