Chongzhen: I am the king of prosperous times

Chapter 497

Zheng Zhilong was a little dazed, he couldn't figure out what he said and thought to the emperor, and he couldn't figure it out. At this moment, he seemed to be stripped naked, standing in front of the emperor naked.

"Since the reign of Apocalypse, the Western forces headed by the Netherlands have wanted to do business with Ming Dynasty, but the reason for the national policy has not been finally achieved."

Emperor Chongzhen pointed to the map of Fujian, looked at Zheng Zhilong and said, "Therefore, several naval battles broke out along the coast of Fujian, including the Penghu Islands.

This is not a good thing for Daming.

Now I have decided to open up sea trade in Tianjin, and allow maritime merchants from European countries to go north to Tianjin to start sea trade, but it is necessary to be defensive.

Non-my family, its heart must be different.

I am determined to set up a town in Ryukyu, and Zheng Qing will be the commander-in-chief of the Ryukyu town to take charge of the stability of the Penghu and Ryukyu waters, demonstrating my majesty. "

"!!!"

Zheng Zhilong was surprised, he never thought that the emperor specially summoned him to Beijing for an audience, it was for such a thing.

Commander in Chief of Ryukyu Town.

With the blessing of this level of status, not only can he be popular in Fujian official circles, but he can also have unimaginable advantages and benefits in front of the forces of the Netherlands and other countries.

"However."

Seeing that Zheng Zhilong had taken the bait, Emperor Chongzhen changed the subject, "The current situation of the imperial court in Liaodong is not particularly optimistic.

Especially the sea power is very weak.

Especially in the west of Liaoning, there is an urgent need for a sea fleet to assist the governor of Liaodong to launch large-scale maritime raids on the places in western Liaoning and southern Liaoning that Jianlu had stolen. "

"Your Majesty, my fourth brother, Zheng Zhifeng, has made great achievements in naval warfare."

Without even thinking about it, Zheng Zhilong cupped his hands and said: "Although the fleet that accompanied the minister to the north this time is not large, it is enough to share the worries of His Majesty and the court."

At this stage, Zheng Zhilong's situation is very embarrassing in Fujian, and his reputation in Ryukyu and other places has also been questioned a lot because he joined Daming.

It can be said that neither side is human.

Zheng Zhilong urgently needs an opportunity to solve these troubles and troubles.

The sea power led by Zheng Zhilong didn't really rise until the sea power under Liu Xiang was completely wiped out, and it used this to expand its influence.

"not enough."

Emperor Chongzhen opened his mouth and said: "When the Qing family opens the Ryukyu Town according to my will, it needs to send shipbuilders and gunsmiths from European countries to the imperial court every year, and the annual amount cannot be less than one thousand.

Every year, a group of officers who are proficient in naval warfare will be selected for the imperial court, and they will come to my Ming Dynasty to teach naval warfare experience, and I will pay them a commission.

In addition, after the establishment of the Ryukyu Town, I don't want any incidents related to maritime invasion from Fujian. You, the Ryukyu Navy, want to isolate the threatening maritime armed forces from the Ryukyu waters.

Of course, if you want to do these things, I am afraid that the Qing family will not have enough manpower. I have selected a few generals for the Qing family from the Xiyuan Lecture Hall.

Wu Sangui, Zu Zerun, and Zu Zepu were appointed generals of Ryukyu Town, and they were dispatched and dispatched under the command of Qing's family, so as to ensure that the matter could be settled. "

Zheng Zhilong: "..."

Zheng Zhilong was a little apprehensive about these requests made by the emperor. He wanted to get the post of commander-in-chief of Ryukyu Town. He not only had to dispatch a navy force to the north.

He also had to collect talents for the imperial court, the key was his subordinates, who were even placed by the emperor.

It's just that Zheng Zhilong didn't know that the placement of Wu Sangui and others under his command was made clear by Emperor Chongzhen after careful consideration.

There is no intention of monitoring Zheng Zhilong, it is purely mutual restraint.

After all, at this stage Zu Dashou and the Emperor Chongzhen can't completely get rid of them, so Wu Sangui and others should use waste and go to sea to harm Nanyang.

Emperor Chongzhen also wanted to see what kind of sparks would be produced when the two quasi-warlord forces on land and sea collided together.

"Is the Qing family in trouble?"

Seeing that Zheng Zhilong remained silent, Emperor Chongzhen pretended not to know, "If the Qing family has any difficulties, you can mention them to me. Of course, if the Qing family finds more difficulties, I can..."

"The minister obeys the order!"

Zheng Zhilong hurriedly clapped his hands in response.

Compared with what Emperor Chongzhen mentioned, Zheng Zhilong didn't hesitate at all. If he wanted to get the post of Chief Military Officer of Liuqiu Town, he would definitely have to pay a price.

He can bear the price.

"Okay, this is Daming's loyal minister."

Emperor Chongzhen praised without stinginess: "The official matter is finished, and I will tell the Qing family some private matters. These things can be done privately by the Qing family."

Ok?
Zheng Zhilong showed some doubts.

"I plan to call Qing's family and set up a Han League in Liuqiu Town." Emperor Chongzhen flipped up his robe sleeves and said to Zheng Zhilong.

"The Han League is to gather the maritime power of the Han people outside of Ming Dynasty to form a competitive maritime trade organization.

The Qing family can lead the general manager of the Han League, and take charge of the specific matters of the Han League.

I wrote the inscription for the Han League, and planned the future development of the Han League. In order to ensure the legitimacy of the Han League, overseas Han people are willing to accept it.

This Han League can refer to the East India Company model established by European countries, and manage it with shares. I will take [-]% of the shares of the Han League.

What I can guarantee is that the Han League can get silk, tea, porcelain, etc. from Tianjin, and Tianjin will raise as much as it needs.

On the Hanmeng side, urgently needed items such as grain and cotton are brought back from overseas every year, and the purchase price is [-]% lower than the market price.

The Qing family can take this secret decree back and have a look. It is up to the Qing family to decide whether or not to do this. "

All prosperity in the world comes from profit.

Emperor Chongzhen's mention of the Han League was purely to give Zheng Zhilong a chance to deal with Liu Xiang and other forces, so that the forces of Zheng and Yan could get status blessings.

Emperor Chongzhen felt that Zheng Zhilong would not miss this opportunity.

Since the Ming Dynasty at this stage does not have the conditions for external expansion, then simply obtain actual benefits and let Zheng Zhilong's group become dominant overseas first.

With this Han League, it will definitely be a big blow to the private smuggling and maritime trade of many groups in the Jiangnan provinces.

Zheng Zhilong was a little dizzy.

The things mentioned by the emperor are tailor-made for him, whether it is official or private, it seems to be holding righteousness.

"By the way, my prince needs a companion to read." Seeing that Zheng Zhilong suppressed his excitement and accepted the secret decree from Wang Chengen, Emperor Chongzhen stretched out his hand and said, "I know that the eldest son of Qing is of the right age, and he has just been brought back to Quanzhou Mansion." It won't be long, send someone to the capital, follow the prince, and be a companion."

Zheng Zhilong's hand froze.

"If there is nothing else, the Qing family should leave Beijing for Tianjin earlier." Emperor Chongzhen stepped forward, patted Zheng Zhilong on the shoulder, and said, "I have high hopes for the Qing family, and I hope that the Qing family will not disappoint me. For me, for Daming, this place of Liuqiu Town is well guarded."

"The minister obeys the order!"

Zheng Zhilong hesitated for a moment, the pirate habit in his heart prevailed, and immediately responded with clasped fists: "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will definitely live up to my high expectations. On behalf of Your Majesty and Daming, guard Liuqiu Town! Do a good job in the Han League!"

(End of this chapter)