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Chapter 1610 Arriving in Europe
Prince Rupert and Sir Pennington led 14 warships and 20 transport ships out of the English Channel, entered the vast Atlantic Ocean, and embarked on an expedition to the West Indies without telling the Spaniards.

However, they did not expect that just after their fleet left the English Channel, the visiting fleet from the east entered the English Channel, and the two fleets passed by only one day apart.

A fleet of more than 70 ships appeared mightily in Portsmouth Harbor, many of which were large ships, which aroused the vigilance of the Fourth Fleet and other Royal Navy fleets stationed in Portsmouth Harbor.

"A huge fleet has been found outside the port, and all ships are ready for battle!"

The Fourth Fleet and the Royal Navy Fleet mobilized in a hurry, and the two sides joined forces with more than 20 warships to prevent the enemy's fleet from attacking the port.

A merchant ship with the Qinglong flag sailed into the port, and it was Chu Yun who announced the arrival to the navy in Portsmouth Port.

"The military master actually came to Xiyang in person..."

The officers of the Fourth Fleet were shocked when they learned that the huge fleet that appeared outside the port was actually brought by Chu Yun himself!
Chu Yun didn't greet them in advance, and suddenly appeared thousands of miles away, so how can they not be surprised!
"Notify the people of the Royal Navy that this is the fleet of our lord who is visiting Europe, so that they don't have to panic. And we need to prepare a large amount of supplies urgently to provide supplies for this fleet."

The Fourth Fleet was mobilized in a hurry, and they were more nervous than encountering an enemy attack. They needed to tidy up their appearance and clean up their ships to show their most spiritual side.On the other hand, they need to notify the Royal Navy fleet, which is also in Portsmouth port.

Although part of the Royal Navy fleet went on an expedition to the West Indies, there are still many Royal Navy ships staying here to confuse the Spaniards and protect the mainland.

When they learned that it turned out to be the top boss of the Fourth Fleet, the husband of the Queen of the United Kingdom, they were even more surprised than the officers of the Fourth Fleet.

"Oh, my God, the ruler of the East has come across thousands of miles of oceans in person!"

"This matter must be reported to the City of London as soon as possible, and sent to Her Majesty's desk immediately!"

The officers of the Royal Fleet immediately dispatched messengers to gallop to the city of London on fast horses!
On the deck of the iron-clad ship "Wei Qing", many people who have never been to the West almost stood on tiptoe, wanting to see the difference between the West and the East.

"Finally arrived in England." It was the first time for Chu Yun to come here, and he still crossed the sea on an extremely slow sailboat.

The voyage on the sea can be regarded as a rare long vacation for him, and he hardly needs to give any orders, because even if he gives orders on the vast sea, he cannot reach the capital.

He was unable to act until he came to Europe.

"I am too familiar with this sea area." Nelson saw the coastline that did not change in memory. He used to be the commander of the navy of the Empire on which the sun never set.That's why Chu Yun asked him to lead the Zhili fleet in this operation.

The distance between Portsmouth and the city of London is not far away. Chu Yun could have sent the fleet directly across Portsmouth to the city of London. However, Portsmouth is stationed with the Fourth Fleet, so Chu Yun still wants to be the first to visit the port. Soldiers here.

As a naval base, it has a good deep-water port, and Chu Yun easily set foot on the land of England.

"All officers and soldiers of the Fourth Fleet welcome your arrival!"

Sun Xu, Zheng Zhibao, Ruan Youjin, Ruan Youyi and others saw the arrival of officials from the local area, and Chu Yun even came to inspect in person, which made them even more nervous.

"It's hard work for you to be stationed in the West and protect our merchants and merchant ships. The Admiralty has already planned to promote a group of people. The commander of the Fourth Fleet will be a brigadier general, Zheng Zhibao and Ruan Youjin will be captains, and the rest will also be promoted." Chu Yun Said.

No amount of verbal rewards is as effective as a promotion order.

The military ranks of the Navy Department of the Kyushu Army are quite suppressed, unlike European countries that are always admirals and lieutenant generals.The number of generals in the Admiralty is no more than five fingers.

Hearing that he finally became a brigadier general, Sun Xu was overjoyed, and the other officers of the Fourth Fleet also received awards, and all of them burst into tears.

It is relatively easy to increase the military rank of the Ministry of War, but it is very difficult for the Ministry of the Navy. Every promotion is not easy!

"I wonder what the purpose of your lord's coming this time?" Sun Xu asked.

"Come over and establish a diplomatic system with Western countries, and beat them by the way. The Fourth Fleet must be ready to fight at any time." Chu Yun said.

"Knock them." The officers of the Fourth Fleet brightened their eyes.

This is to scare the chickens and monkeys!

I just don't know which kingdom is so unlucky to become a chicken to be killed.

"The officers of the Royal Navy have also heard of your arrival. Do you want to meet them?" Sun Xu asked.

"The Royal Navy... yes." Chu Yun thought for a while.

At this time, the strength of the Royal Navy is not strong, but it is still a target that can be used anyway. It is okay to take advantage of this opportunity to win over them.

Since Sir Pennington, Blake, George Monk and others were still on their way to the West Indies, the Royal Navy had to ask other naval officers to meet with Chu Yun.

"It really looks shrewd and calm. It's not so much a king, it's more like a combination of a businessman and a soldier. Most of the ruling parties of the Republic of Venice and the Republic of the Netherlands have this kind of temperament."

"He seems to have brought nearly a hundred ships with him. So many ships come without worrying about accidents in the mainland. It can be seen that his national strength is far more than such a few ships."

Royal Navy officers lined up, whispering.

Chu Yun could understand what they said, and said to them in English: "I can understand your words. Our Fourth Fleet is moored at your port. Please take care of us."

The officers of the Royal Fleet found that Chu Yun could understand the language they spoke, and couldn't help being a little embarrassed. Didn't the other party hear all their private discussions just now?
A naval colonel said: "You are welcome. We have sent messengers to London. I believe Her Majesty the Queen will be delighted to hear the news of your arrival."

A messenger galloped all the way on horseback, delivering the news to the City of London as quickly as possible.The city of London immediately caused an uproar because of this news, not only the English, but also the ambassadors stationed in the city of London.

They suspected that the English and the Easterners had colluded, and now the consul of the Eastern Empire came to visit suddenly, which confirmed this suspicion!
(End of this chapter)