Daming: Me!The auspicious beast unicorn of the old Zhu family

Chapter 143 Admiration for Comrade Zhu, it's hard to be an emperor!
The knife is shining.

Zhu Bing could even feel the cold breath emanating from the blade permeating his skin.

However, Zhu Bing still had a calm expression on his face, and said with a happy face: "General Sasaki, what you said is wrong."

"First, I'm here to discuss cooperation with General Sasaki. The two sides of the cooperation should have equal status. What's more, I have full confidence that I can bring you huge wealth and harvest for General Sasaki."

"Secondly, General Sasaki is the general of Japan, but I am from Daming, so Japan's official etiquette system naturally cannot be applied to me."

"So, Mr. Sasaki said your current behavior is very rude."

Seeing Zhu Xi responding to him like this, Sasaki Kojiro smiled instead of anger, and immediately withdrew the angry expression on his face, put the sword back into the scabbard and said: "Not bad, not bad, you have such courage at a young age, this general I just like working with smart people like you."

Zhu Xi took another sip from his teacup, and replied with a smile, "It's an honor to be able to cooperate with General Sasaki."

The main reason why Zhu Po was able to be so calm and calm was that he knew very well that one of the officials in Dongying regards money as his life, and they are even more corrupt than the corrupt officials of Ming Dynasty.

Therefore, facing the "big fish" Zhu Xi, they naturally would not let it go.

However, despite Zhu Bing's politeness, he had already "greeted" the eighteen generations of these Dongying people's ancestors from head to toe.

There is no other reason, but because in the past few days, Zhu Bian found out some news, which made him extremely angry.

Because he knew too little about Dongying, Comrade Zhu asked Zhu Bing to come over first to inquire about the news.

On the one hand, the envoys from Japan uttered nonsense at the Ming rice harvest celebration, which really angered Comrade Zhu. Although Ming still needs to face some remnants of various parties and the remnants of the Yuan Dynasty in the north, if we really want to be serious, It is more than enough to destroy a small island country.

So Comrade Zhu didn't want to bear this tone at all.

The reason why Zhu Bing was asked to find out the news first was that he would know himself and the enemy and win every battle. If he knew more about Dongpu, he would be able to avoid unnecessary losses.

Comrade Zhu wants to get rid of Dongpu as quickly as possible with the least casualties.

On the other hand, Comrade Zhu's Jinyiwei also received some news from Dongying, an island country. Comrade Zhu wanted to train his sons while confirming the news.

After a period of "busy work", Zhu Xi finally confirmed the news.

I believe everyone has heard of the word "Japanese pirates", and when it comes to Japanese pirates, most people will immediately think of the islanders, but there is one key point that many people will never think of.

In fact, the so-called "Japanese pirates" arrived in the middle and late Ming Dynasty, and most of them were not only from the island country, but were Ming's "own people"!
"Japanese pirates" first appeared in Koryo. "History of Koryo" records: In 1223, Japanese pirates invaded the Koryo Dynasty. At that time, these Japanese pirates were indeed an island group composed of people from the island country Dongying. They have been burning, killing, and looting the Korean peninsula. And so on a series of aggressive activities.

At that time, the island country Dongying was in the period of the Southern and Northern Dynasties. The situation of the whole country was extremely chaotic and the economy was depressed, especially in the areas around Tsushima, Yiyu, and Kyushu Matsuura. The land in these places was barren, and it was very difficult to support themselves with agricultural production.

As a result, the people from Japan, an island country living in these areas, whether they were fishermen, warriors or profiteers, all chose to take risks and engage in the island business of killing people and stealing goods.

At first, the scope of Japanese pirates' activities was only in the coastal areas of the Korean Peninsula and island countries. It was not until the early Ming Dynasty that they extended to the coastal areas of the Ming Dynasty.

However, there is another secret in it.

In the early Ming Dynasty, Zhang Shicheng, Fang Guozhen and other remnants of Comrade Zhu's enemies were forced to retreat to the coastal areas by the Ming army.

They retreated to some islands, fought stubbornly against Ming Dynasty, continuously plundered and harassed the coastal areas of Ming Dynasty, and gradually became pirates.

It was also during this period that Comrade Lao Zhu's enemies got in touch with the Japanese pirates and cooperated with each other to form a very powerful pirate force, which even affected the South China Sea!

There are detailed records in "The Chronicle of Ming History": "Zhang Shicheng and Fang Guozhen and the rest of the party led the Japanese to haunt the sea, burn the houses, and plunder the goods. be harmed by it."

Therefore, the so-called "Japanese pirates" were actually targeting Ming's enemies and had to be eliminated.

And the news that Zhu Xi inquired was that the Japanese pirates from the island country Dongying had already contacted Zhang Shicheng, Fang Guozhen and other remaining forces.

It was also at this time that Zhu Xi finally understood why Comrade Zhu wanted him to come to the island country Dongying first to inquire about news.

If they sent troops without knowing anything about it, not only would they cause more casualties due to the unknown military situation of the island country Dongpu, but they might also be flanked by the remnants of Zhang Shicheng and Fang Guozhen, and the entire army would be wiped out!
Thinking of this, Zhu Xi also realized Comrade Zhu's intentions and good intentions.

Because what Zhu Bing learned was the art of war and military affairs, but it doesn't mean that defense is just closing the city gate and defending it.

On the contrary, if you want to do a good job in defense, you need to have a comprehensive understanding of your opponent.

Only by knowing all the information about the opponent can we prescribe the right medicine and solve the problem in a targeted manner.

Zhu Xi and little Zhu Di learned the military tactics of the Yongzhan faction, so they don't need to worry too much about attacking Goryeo and Jurchen who have known information.

Therefore, the island country Dongying with the most complicated situation was handed over to Zhu Xie.

After thinking about all this, Zhu Biao became even more admirable for Old Comrade Zhu.

It is said that it is not easy to be an emperor. In just one transfer, there are so many ways, which is really exhausting and laborious.

But because of this, Zhu Bing became more determined, and he must complete this task well!

After seeing Zhu Xie's response, Sasaki Kojiro didn't take the initiative to speak out for a long while, and then he couldn't help but said: "Miss Fengzi has already told this general about the price that Mr. Zhu Xiao offered to the general before."

For the convenience of action, it is naturally impossible for Zhu Bing to use his real name, but to give himself the homophonic surname "Zhu".

Seeing Sasaki Kojiro take the initiative to open up the topic, Zhu Yan smiled faintly in his heart: "Hmph, how about it, let's see who can't hold it back first!"

Immediately, Zhu Bing replied: "Oh?"

"I don't know, what does President Sasaki think?"

Hearing this, Sasaki Kojiro rolled his eyes and replied: "To be honest, Mr. Zhu Xiao's offer is really sincere."

"Otherwise, this general would not agree to come and meet with Mr. Zhu Xiao for a detailed discussion."

"only……"

Zhu Po had expected that Kojiro Sasaki would say "just" later, so he simply kept silent again and didn't answer, just drinking his own tea.

After all, in the current situation, the other party needs more of himself, so Zhu Wang will not have anything to worry about.

Seeing Zhu Yu Youzai Youzai's appearance of only drinking tea but deliberately refusing to talk, Sasaki Kojiro was very angry.

But just as Zhu Po expected, he was not Zhu Po who was short of money, and he must be more anxious than Zhu Po.

After all, there are not many businessmen who can afford to hire the regular military as guards, but there are quite a few mercenary teams who want to recruit such courage.

If Sasaki Kojiro rejected Zhu Xi, it would be good news for countless other military service teams and even other military generals.

Therefore, Sasaki Kojiro could only swallow his breath, pretending not to know that Zhu Xi was putting on airs, and continued: "It's just that the current economic situation is really bad, and we need a lot of daily expenses to support an elite warrior. To ensure that Mr. Zhu Xiao’s cargo is as safe as possible, we need to send a large number of elite warriors to escort it.”

"This time, all the expenses have increased by more than one or two times..."

"Besides, I believe that Mr. Zhu Xiao also knows that the number of pirates on these seas has been increasing recently, and they are becoming more and more rampant."

"All together, the people below will naturally demand higher salaries..."

"So... I hope Mr. Zhu Xiao can add a little more..."

Zhu Bing frowned slightly, but there was a wave of disdain in his heart.

Sure enough, there is still money that can turn ghosts around, what kind of island country Dongying general, ahhhhhhhhhhhh!
Isn't it the same as begging others for money?

While thinking about it, Zhu Bing replied: "Then I don't know how much is the 'little bit' that President Sasaki said?"

Hearing Zhu Xi's answer, Kojiro Sasaki was overjoyed immediately, and almost replied with a flattering smile: "Mr. Zhu Xiao is rich and powerful, and this general believes that increasing the commission by three times... shouldn't be a problem...? "

Zhu Bing suddenly felt a burst of surprise in his heart, this price increase was three times, it was really a lion's mouth.

Although it is not too much for Zhu Xie, even if it is tripled, for ordinary caravans, this price is close to an astronomical figure.

It can be seen from this that these Japanese people are greedy and shameless from the bottom of their hearts!
Seeing that Zhu Xi frowned after hearing the price, Sasaki Kojiro also felt that he had raised the price too high, and was afraid that he would scare away Zhu Xi's "fat meat", so he quickly changed his words: "If Mr. Zhu Xiao is really difficult If it’s not enough, then it’s okay to only double it…”

Before Sasaki Kojiro could finish speaking, Zhu Kai interrupted him.

"Three times is not a lot. As long as Mr. Sasaki can guarantee [-]% that my caravan arrives safely in Daming, it won't be a problem for Mr. Sasaki to double you when we get there."

"only……"

Hearing that Zhu Xie could give himself double the salary, Sasaki Kojiro was already ecstatic in his heart, and asked with a nervous and expectant expression:
"Just what?!"

"Even though Mr. Zhu Xiao said, as long as this general can do it, he will definitely do it to perfection for Mr. Zhu Xiao!"

Zhu Po deliberately replied with a stern face: "I just found General Sasaki, because I think this is your Dongpu sea area. If you are here, those Dongpu pirates will not attack my caravan."

"But what you said just now, General Sasaki, seems to mean that even if you wear the signboard of your official Japanese military headquarters, those Japanese pirates will not buy it."

"Since this is the case, it shows that you, General Sasaki, cannot guarantee the safety of your caravan [-]%, so what is the point of giving such a generous reward to General Sasaki?"

"Then I might as well use this generous reward to hire a few more mercenary teams. That way, I can better guarantee the safety of my caravan."

Hearing Zhu Xi's words, Kojiro Sasaki was at a loss for words for a moment: "Ah? This..."

Zhu Xi said this in order to extract more information from Sasaki Kojiro.

During this period of time, apart from hearing that Zhang Shicheng, Fang Guozhen and others had established cooperation with the Japanese pirates, Zhu Xi also found another piece of news.

Zhu Xi knew that although the earliest pirates were indeed composed of samurai and fishermen from the impoverished areas of Dongying, after seeing the huge profits of these pirates, the officials of the island country Dongying even directly sent troops to disguise themselves as pirates, and also attacked the sea Caravans and even the coastal areas of the Ming Dynasty carried out burning, killing and looting.

On the one hand, they can directly plunder money and resources in this way, on the other hand, they can use "pirates" as a threat to establish a military service team, and let the merchants give them generous rewards, and earn two kinds of benefits at the same time.

More than [-]% of the so-called Japanese pirates are already official members of Japan. The main role of those really poor fishermen and warriors is to take the blame for them.

"Since Mr. Sasaki can't promise to guarantee the safety of the caravan below, it's a pity that I may not be able to cooperate with Mr. Sasaki. Farewell."

As soon as the words fell, Zhu Yan got up and was about to leave. Just as he walked to the door and opened the door, Sasaki Kojiro behind him finally couldn't help calling Zhu Yan.

"I wish Mr. Xiao stay!"

Zhu Xi stopped his figure, turned around and looked at Kojiro Sasaki.

"Since Mr. Zhu Xiao needs an affirmative promise, this general will give Mr. Zhu Xiao an affirmative promise!"

Only then did Zhu Xi turn around completely, and looked at Kojiro Sasaki.

Sasaki Kojiro made a "please" gesture to Zhu Kai, and then gave Tanaka Mineko a wink, Tanaka Mineko immediately understood, and exited the room tactfully.

When only Zhu Po was left in the room, Sasaki Kojiro lowered his voice and said to Zhu Po: "To be honest, Mr. Zhu."

"Actually, our military department and those pirates have deals with each other."

Hearing Sasaki Kojiro's words, Zhu Xi was overjoyed, and secretly said—"I'm hooked!"

But Zhu Bing's face showed [-] percent surprise, his eyes widened, and he said in disbelief: "What?!"

"Mr. Sasaki, you have a deal with pirates—?!"

Hearing Zhu Po's exclamation, Sasaki Kojiro was so frightened that he immediately covered Zhu Po's mouth with his hand, and put his right index finger on his mouth, making a silent movement.

"Shh-!"

Zhu Bing nodded, indicating that he had calmed down.

Sasaki Kojiro withdrew his hand and continued: "Yes, Mr. Zhu Xiao."

"Maybe you will feel very surprised, but this is the truth."

"If it wasn't really too difficult right now, how could our Dongying military headquarters start the business of guarding caravans?"

Zhu Bing frowned and replied: "The situation is not good, there is nothing wrong with starting a guard business, but why does the Japanese military headquarters establish a deal with pirates?"

"Established, what kind of transaction?"

Hearing Zhu Xi's question, Kojiro Sasaki immediately showed a tangled look on his face, as if he was engaged in an extremely intense psychological struggle!
Zhu Bing added fuel to the fire while the iron was hot and said: "General Sasaki, when we do business as businessmen, we must pay attention to honesty and honesty. If President Sasaki wants to cover up like this, this business will not matter."

Saying that, Zhu Bing wanted to get up and leave again.

"Wait, Mr. Zhu!"

Sasaki Kojiro hurriedly said: "Mr. Zhu Xiao, since you have said so, the general will treat you with sincerity."

"It's just that I hope Mr. Zhu Xiao can keep his mouth shut about what the general said."

Zhu Bing immediately replied with a serious face: "Of course!"

"Achieving cooperation is also a very beneficial thing for me. How could I do something harmful to my own interests?"

"General Sasaki, please rest assured that as long as it is beneficial to this subordinate, I will never reveal a word."

At this time, Zhu Xi was "talking nonsense in a serious manner", with a serious and righteous speech on his face, but what he thought in his heart was: "What I said is that you can do what is beneficial to you. You can do it yourself." If you don't know the identity of Lao Tzu, you can't blame Lao Tzu..."

For the sake of rich vested interests, Sasaki Kojiro did not doubt him at all, and said after gritting his teeth: "That's right, Mr. Zhu Xiao, our military department has drawn up an agreement with the pirates. If they don’t use the flag of the Ministry, they cannot attack this merchant ship.”

"As a reward, our military department will pay them a certain 'toll fee'."

"So, this is also the reason why I increased the price to Mr. Zhu Xiao."

Hearing Sasaki Kojiro's half-truth and half-fake answer, Zhu Yan couldn't help but sneered, and thought to himself: "Hmph! You, the master of lies, are obviously a pirate arranged by you yourself, but you are still in front of me Nonsense, kind of interesting..."

Immediately, Zhu Bing nodded again and again, showing an expression of sudden realization.

But in the next second, Zhu Po asked another question, which made Sasaki Kojiro's gaze suddenly sink!
Seeing Zhu Po raised his eyebrows and asked: "But if this is the case, then how will President Sasaki ensure the safety of the caravan in the coastal area of ​​Ming Dynasty?"

"I have heard that some of Ming's entrenched forces have also engaged in pirate activities."

(End of this chapter)