It can be said that the Dutch are very familiar with the Portuguese. They can all guess that the Portuguese are likely to accept the Ming Empire's request and become a vassal state of the Ming Empire.
Because at this time, Portugal had become independent from Spain. However, it was alone and needed to prevent Spain from attacking. It was looking for allies everywhere in Europe, and everyone was trying to grab their help!
The Ming Empire's proposal made Portugal a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty. Although it was too far away, the Ming Empire's army should not be able to go there to help the Portuguese. However, just the money the Portuguese could make from maritime trade with the Ming Dynasty was enough for them to win over France.
Let's help Britain fight against Spain!
Thinking of this, Kui Yi couldn't help it anymore, and quickly replied to the Minister of Rites: "Sir, we are very happy to become a vassal state of the Ming Empire, but it is a matter of great importance. This matter must be brought back to the country for discussion, and it will be discussed by the Parliament and the Consul.
It’s up to you to decide!”
When the Minister of Rites saw that the Portuguese had been moved out, the Dutch immediately bowed their heads and admired the strategy given by Emperor Chongzhen. He said calmly: "Of course the imperial court knows this, but I will tell you something. The so-called
Without merit and reward, you will not be able to obtain the status of a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty for free. You must first perform certain meritorious deeds and obtain the recognition of the Ming Dynasty before you can have the status of a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty."
After he finished speaking, the Minister of the Ministry of Punishment also said: "You can't become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty if you want! Many foreign and small countries are vying to become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty!"
If I say this from the beginning, the Dutch may be resistant.
However, they were first attracted by the benefits of the Ming Dynasty as a vassal state, and then were stimulated by the fact that the Portuguese would become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty. They were already eager to become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty. After hearing this, their mentality changed. They felt,
The Ming Empire must not go back on its word and not let the Netherlands become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty! If you really do that, the wealth you are about to get will fly away again!
Based on this idea, Kui Yi quickly asked: "Excuse me, sir, what do we need to do to obtain the status of this Ming Dynasty vassal state?"
Before they knew it, they had been led away by the nose.
Of course, this may not be considered leading the way. The Ming Dynasty has the greatest wealth in the world. If there are no restrictions on any force's trade with the Ming Dynasty, it means a huge amount of wealth. This is a conspiracy, and no one can tolerate it. What's more,
It was impossible for the money-grubbing Dutch to say no.
After hearing this, the Minister of Rites and the Minister of Punishment turned to look at each other, both smiled slightly, and then turned back and said to Kui Yi: "First, assist the Ming Dynasty in suppressing the rebellion, including annihilating the Jianlu rebels in Liaodong and Annan in the future.
Rebellion. Second, if the Ming Dynasty wants to conquer the Japanese country and destroy it, you must also send troops. Third, inform Batavia and treat the people of the Ming Dynasty well without any injustice. These three rules are how you, the Dutch, become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty.
premise!”
After hearing this, Kui looked at his companions, hesitated a little, and then replied: "I can't make the decision on this matter, at least the Governor of Batavia can do it, but I can persuade him."
The ultimate goal of the Dutch helping Annan is to trade. They have a stronghold in the Japanese country, which is also trade. However, no matter where they are, or if they are all added up, they cannot make as much money as trading with the Ming Dynasty! It can even be said that
Much more!
Having been in the East for so many years, they can naturally figure out how to do it in a cost-effective manner!
The Minister of Rites listened and nodded, but still reminded: "The Portuguese have already participated in the Luzon Expeditionary Force before you and served for the Ming Dynasty. And the Portuguese side has always performed well after arriving in the Ming Dynasty. After they return from Luzon, The imperial court's will will be given to them. As for you, you are still prisoners of war and have not yet been recognized by the Ming Dynasty. It will take time to get the imperial court's decree!"
Upon hearing this, Kui Yi became even more anxious and quickly expressed his intention to go to Batavia immediately to lobby the Governor of Batavia.
In this regard, the imperial court's attitude was to let them leave in the past year. Based on their expressed desire to become a vassal state of the Ming Dynasty, they were allowed to walk around the capital and have fun at a specific time, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Justice. .
This intention, of course, is very obvious, which is to let the Dutch people truly experience the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty!
At this point, the matter of dealing with the Dutch has come to an end. Everyone in the imperial court is busy celebrating the New Year.
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At the same time, far away in Shenyang, Liaodong, in Shengjing, the puppet capital of Jianlu, the atmosphere was not bad.
No, in the Chongzheng Palace, in front of the little emperor, a group of princes Beile were having a tea party, all talking and laughing.
Just listen to the regent Dorgon saying to everyone below: "This year, our Qing Dynasty is resting and recuperating. Now there are countless new grain fields in the north. It is expected that in the new year, it will be enough to provide food and clothing for the Qing Dynasty!"
After hearing this, Daishan also echoed with emotion: "Yeah, I really didn't expect that the northern land is bitterly cold, but the crops are growing well, not bad, not bad!"
Hong Chengchou obviously gained the trust of Jianlu. He was also there. When he heard this, he quickly complimented: "This is all because His Highness the Regent has planned the strategy well. He immediately knew that the land in the north is fertile, and he also dug cement from the Ming Dynasty." The formula is an absolute weapon for constructing water conservancy projects. In this way, a bumper harvest is reasonable!"
Dorgon was very happy to hear this. This was his greatest achievement since becoming regent.
However, hearing Hong Chengchou's words reminded him of something, so he frowned and said, "By the way, has Zheng Zhilong been contacted? Although he gave us the cement formula, he still had the promised grain and grass supplies, most of which have not yet been made. It’s being shipped over!”
Daishan listened and said with a smile: "This year, the Ming Dynasty Dongjiang Town and the Japanese country fought fiercely. He probably can't get away!"
Upon hearing this, Duduo gloated and said: "Let those Japanese pirates be so arrogant and dare to come to our Qing Dynasty to cause trouble... cough... cough..."
Before he finished speaking, he started coughing.
When Dorgon saw it, he quickly asked with concern: "You are not in good health, rest in peace and stop talking!"
I don’t know why, but Duduo has always been physically strong, but since this year, he has started to get sick, suffering from headaches, abdominal pain, and even coughing up blood.
No, after he coughed, there was blood again.
Dorgon was shocked when he saw it, and quickly warned: "Are you getting serious again? Have you been drinking again?"
Since Duduo became ill, the doctor prescribed medicine and also told him not to drink alcohol. Then the condition kept recurring. Finally, they concluded an experience: Duduo's disease is probably related to drinking, so Duduo needs to stop drinking. liquor.
However, when Duduo was seriously ill, he gave up drinking. However, after he recovered, he broke the habit again when he saw others eating large portions of meat and drinking large portions of wine.
It just kept going like this, until the condition kept recurring and my health got worse and worse.
No, when he heard Dorgon's advice, he said a little helplessly: "I haven't drank for a long time!"
When Emperor Chongzhen and Liu Weichao made drinking utensils poisonous with lead, they probably didn't expect that when a person was sick, doctors would often advise him to quit smoking and drinking.
At this time, there were no cigarettes, but the doctors of this era would still tell them to quit drinking or drink less. As a result, Duduo kept putting it off and did not die this year.
At this time, Dorgon heard Duduo's answer and felt that Duduo was probably going to die soon. His original joyful mood suddenly disappeared.
You know, Duduo is not only his half-brother, but he has always been on his side and is his most steadfast and powerful ally and supporter.
Without Duduo's support, his strength will be greatly reduced. Hauge, who was driven to the north by him, is likely to act like a monster again, and Bumbutai will probably make more small moves.
Thinking about these things, it was strange that he was in a good mood.
So Dorgon told Duduo to take good care of his health!
After such an episode, the atmosphere in Chongzheng Hall became solemn.
When Dai Shan saw it, he spoke quickly to attract the attention of everyone in the palace and said: "The Japanese country has sent people to urge us several times, asking us to send troops to help them encircle and suppress Wu Sangui's troops. This latest time, they have threatened the alliance with us. , what should we do about this?”
Wu Sangui was very active in northern Korea, causing the Japanese side to suffer a great deal. The main reason was that Wu Sangui's troops were cavalry troops with very strong maneuverability. At the same time, their combat effectiveness was also strong, and the Japanese side was unable to control the turmoil for a year. Lives in northern North Korea.
Therefore, the Japanese side wanted to send cavalry troops to the Jianlu side to coordinate with them to encircle and suppress Wu Sangui.
Upon hearing this, Dorgon turned to look at Hong Chengchou and said, "Sir, do you think it's hot enough?"
Obviously, Hong Chengchou had another idea on this matter.
No, when Hong Chengchou heard Dorgon's question, he quickly and respectfully replied: "I think that the Japanese country has not yet launched a real fire. Otherwise, with their military strength, they can gradually form camps and send large troops to garrison transportation. As the main road slowly advances to the north, Wu Sangui's troops will have no room for control. Now, the Japanese country just wants us, the Qing Dynasty, to help them and make them worry less."
After a pause, he continued to explain: "The reason for this is that the Japanese country should still mainly manage southern Korea. The only way is to let Wu Sangui's troops beat the Japanese country more, and the Japanese country destroys Wu Sangui's troops, then the Japanese country and the Ming Dynasty will The feud will be deep, so what if there is no covenant, they are already in the water, don't even think about getting ashore!"
Having said this, Hong Chengchou raised his voice a little more and said: "Besides, the Ming army on the Ningjin front line did make some changes, threatening the security of Haizhou. Our Qing Dynasty also has enough reasons. If the Japanese don't believe it, they can send people to Haizhou Just verify it!”
The implication is that the Qing Dynasty will still be allowed to sit on the mountain and watch the fight between tigers and tigers.