Eighth year of Chongzhen

Chapter 662 The Relationship Between the Prince of the Family and the Pirates
After Chongzhen left Tianjin Wei Wharf in the ninth year of Chongzhen, the fleet led by Fang Yizhi and Zheng Zhifeng, under the driving of the hired Portuguese captain and sailors, turned around and headed south, and sailed into the South China Sea 20 days later, following the same route that Zheng He set off. The western route goes all the way west.

After sailing for nearly two months, the fleet of ten large ships crossed the Strait of Malacca and sailed into the vast Indian Ocean.

After more than two months of living on the ship, the [-] captains of Jinyi and hundreds of orphans taken by Huangzhuang in the fleet, as well as dozens of eunuchs responsible for taking care of these children, were full of excitement from the very beginning. And excitement, regret and homesickness up to now, most people's emotions have been completely reversed.

When the fleet sailed along the coast of Daming, due to the relatively light wind and waves, only a few of the nearly [-]-member team experienced seasickness, and most of the rest did not have much reaction. Fang Yizhi also let everyone go ashore to rest for an hour. Everyone was still full of energy and full of freshness and curiosity about the unknown world.

But after entering the South China Sea, the situation changed suddenly. After experiencing a storm, although the fleet was safe and sound, [-]% of the people were already vomiting and couldn't stand, and the fear in many people's hearts began to increase.

Fortunately, the voyage since then has been relatively stable, without encountering too much wind and waves. The seasick person quickly returned to normal, and the original worries and fears gradually disappeared.

After entering the Indian Ocean, the magnificent ocean scenery once again rekindled people's fighting spirit, seeing the endless blue sea under the blue sky, and various unknown fish jumping up from time to time on the water, whether it is Captain Jinyi Those children are still jumping for joy.

After the Portuguese captain asked Fang Yizhi and Zheng Zhifeng for instructions, the fleet stopped again at Manila Port to rest and replenish follow-up fresh water and other living supplies.

The Spaniards in Manila harbor showed deep hostility towards the arrival of the Deming fleet, that is, they reluctantly agreed to the fleet's temporary mooring for repairs after seeing the flag of the Zheng family flying on the fleet, and then the Governor's Mansion sent Armed soldiers came to monitor the fleet and forbade unrelated persons to go ashore to rest. Zheng Zhifeng wanted to disembark and talk about it in a rage, but was stopped by Fang Yizhi.

Fang Yizhi's reason is very simple. The purpose of their trip is not to fight with others. The most important thing is to reach Europe and complete the errand assigned by the Holy Majesty. As for the unreasonable behavior of the Spaniards, they will report it after returning That's all, I believe the Holy Majesty and the imperial court have their own opinions.

After spending a higher price than others to replenish supplies, the fleet only stayed in Manila Port for four hours before setting sail and sailing into the vast Indian Ocean again.

In accordance with Zhu Youjian's will, Fang Yizhi and Zheng Zhifeng did not stop at the small countries along the way, except for the normal shore supply. There are more important missions to accomplish.

If they successfully complete the errands assigned by the emperor, their names will be engraved in history like the Sanbao eunuchs.

Because they are about to take an unprecedented path in Chinese history.

More than 100 years ago, the Sanbao eunuchs actually went to Nanyang, and they will go further than their predecessors. This time they are the real voyages to the West.

Fang Yizhi and Zheng Zhifeng are about the same age, because of this unexpected mission, two people who have never met before come together.

If it wasn't for Zhu Youjian's time travel, in the history of the previous life, let alone working together, it would be impossible for the two of them to know each other's name.

After the initial mutual contempt and courtesy, as time went on and the voyage was lonely and boring, the contact and communication between the two on the pilot boat gradually increased.

After unexpectedly learning that the calm, dignified, and extraordinary young man beside her was actually the son of a high-ranking official like the Governor of Huguang, Zheng Zhifeng was surprised, but admiration spontaneously arose in his heart.

He has lived at sea since he was a child, and has been with Zheng Zhilong since he was an adult. When he grew up, he led an army to participate in various firefights and fights. He is naturally very familiar with various complicated situations at sea.

Zheng Zhifeng knew in her heart that this kind of voyage of tens of thousands of miles depends on one's luck, and if one is not careful, one may be buried in the vast ocean.

Originally, he could have refused this visit, but after Wang Chengen's remarks that his eldest brother's title was inherited by his son, Zheng Zhifeng decided to give it a go after some inner struggle and thinking, to see if he could give his most beloved The youngest son left a piece of glory and wealth that he could enjoy forever, and at the same time proved to Zheng Zhilong that without his elder brother, he, Zheng Zhifeng, can still thrive.

It was with this complicated mentality that Zheng Zhifeng voluntarily complied with the next job that was a near-death job.

Judging from what I have seen and heard in the capital in the past few years, the statement that the superiors and subordinates are benevolent has been recognized by most officials. There is great hope for the reward.

But what surprised him was that Fang Yizhi, with his family background and his status as a son, could refuse to be recruited, but he chose to take this job and take the risk of sailing to Europe. Daming is really very rare.

As the communication between the two deepened, Zheng Zhifeng became more and more admirable for this young master Pian Pianjia.

Fang Yizhi has a sharp and calm mind as well as a wide range of knowledge.Zheng Zhifeng's evaluation of him became higher and higher, and even gave birth to the idea of ​​asking the youngest son to worship this great talent as a foster father, but after considering that his son already had a foster father who was in charge of thousands of households in Dongchang, this Thoughts put away.

At the beginning, after Fang Yizhi learned of Zheng Zhifeng's identity, he naturally felt contempt and contempt in his heart. He had also heard about the Zheng's group, which was like a separatist regime. In his eyes, the Zheng family was nothing more than a strong pirate. This kind of power that is free from the court should be eliminated, and should not be trusted by the emperor.

However, after a period of contact and communication, Fang Yizhi's impression of Zheng Zhifeng gradually changed. Especially after learning that the Zheng family had donated a large amount of grain and rice to the court for more than a year, Fang Yizhi He expressed great affirmation to the Zheng family's chivalrous behavior.

Loyalty every slaughter dog generation.

Although Zheng's background is criticized, their behavior is several times stronger than that of many people who are dressed in beasts and feather fans. It is really a righteous act worthy of vigorous promotion.

Since then, the relationship between the two has heated up rapidly, and Zheng Zhifeng, who is good at communication, also deliberately respects Fang Yizhi in every way, and often asks him for some views on the current situation, and benefits a lot from it.

After leaving Manila, the fleet continued to sail westward along the east coast of the Indian Ocean. After traveling for about half a month, the Portuguese captain approached Fang Yizhi and Zheng Zhifeng with an official, and requested to sternly inform the two Ming officials. I hope they will notify other members of the fleet to tie themselves up in the cabin with ropes, and they are not allowed to step on the deck at ordinary times.

In two days, the fleet will pass through the cape of storm (Cape of Good Hope), which is full of huge waves all year round. Everyone will live or die, all in the next few days.

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