I, Jiajing, successfully cultivated immortality

Chapter 566 The air here is sweet
While Yang Zongtai was still discussing with his subordinates how to deal with the group of Rakshasa people next, he heard a rush of footsteps outside.

Not long after, a subordinate official was seen hurriedly running into the government office hall. As soon as he entered the government office hall, he subconsciously looked at Yang Zongtai who was sitting at the top and reported respectfully.

"Your Majesty, there is someone outside asking to see you. He claims to be sent by the Governor. He has a handwritten letter that he wants to deliver to you!"

When Yang Zongtai heard this, a look of surprise suddenly appeared on his face. Without much hesitation, he immediately gave instructions.

"Well, the officer knows, let him in!"

"Yes, Lord Prefect!"

After listening to Yang Zongtai's instructions, the subordinate official quickly took the order and left.

Seeing this situation in the government office hall, the remaining officials stood up from their seats to avoid suspicion, saluted Yang Zongtai respectfully, and then left immediately.

Soon, Yang Zongtai was the only one left in the huge government hall.

Not long after, under the guidance of the previous subordinate, the man who came to deliver the letter came in.

The first thing he did after entering the government office hall was to carefully take out the letter from his arms and offer it with both hands, saying respectfully.

"Prefect, this is the handwritten letter that my lord entrusted me to send to you!"

After the words fell, a guard soon came forward, took the envelope from the stranger's hand, and handed it respectfully to Yang Zongtai's hand.

After Yang Zongtai took the letter from the guard, he turned his eyes to the visitor and gave instructions.

"Well, I have received the letter. You can go down and rest for a while!"

"Thank you, Lord Prefect!"

Upon hearing this, a look of gratitude appeared on the visitor's face. Immediately, under the guidance of the guards, he left the government hall and went to a special room to rest.

After that, Yang Zongtai turned his attention to the envelope in his hand, which was signed by Tan Lun.

"Is it possible that there is a reply from the imperial court?"

With these doubts in mind, Yang Zongtai opened the envelope in his hand and read the contents carefully, only to see what was written above.

"At present, the imperial court has agreed to the request of the group of Rakshasa people and asked them to rush to the capital as soon as possible to discuss many matters related to trade."

"In addition, as the prefect of Quanzhou, you must not take it lightly. You must take strict precautions against these Rakshasa people!"

"Try not to let them find out information about our Ming Dynasty Navy, or about soldiers' equipment, etc. In addition, you should also..."

Soon, Yang Zongtai had read through all the contents of the letter. At this moment, his face was full of excitement. He subconsciously clenched the letter paper in his hand and said silently to himself.

"Huh~ This way, I can save myself some trouble. It's time to notify those Rakshasa people to officially set off. If this can be done, it will be a great achievement!"

After that, Yang Zongtai called the guards and gave instructions in a deep voice.

"You guys, take someone to accompany me to the Huitong Hall immediately!"

"As you command, Lord Prefect!"

Soon, Yang Zongtai led a dozen guards and people who knew Rakshasa language and went straight to the Huitong Hall.

……

In the hall, Niels Rosen was using a quill pen dipped in ink to record everything that had happened recently in his diary.

"Today is the 13th day since I, Niels Rosen, led the fleet to this mysterious oriental country rich in silk, tea, and porcelain under the royal order. During these thirteen days, local officials With his company, I made an amazing discovery!”

"God, this is simply the paradise on earth described in the Bible. Ever since I set foot on this land, I have smelled the sweet air. I can't wait to stay here forever!"

"This mysterious Eastern country calls itself the Ming Dynasty, and the ruler of their country calls himself the emperor. And I learned from the officials and civilians that the emperor of this country has supreme power and is deeply loved by his subjects. of love!”

"It is worth mentioning that this country does not believe in God. Their beliefs are very interesting. One belief is Buddhism transmitted from Tianzhu, and the other is their native belief called Taoism. Not only that, There are still a small number of Catholics, but they are not dominant."

"Before this, I could not imagine that such a country composed of pagans could be so powerful and charming. Whether it is local civilians or officials, they all know etiquette very well, which is the same as what we once did in Africa and America. There is a big difference between the barbarians we encountered!"

"In addition, the city planning here is also very good. There are no mountains of feces, and there is no smell of stench. People here love cleanliness very much. Whether they are nobles or ordinary civilians, they bathe frequently."

"This country is very powerful. They have an extremely large fleet, which is not inferior to ours in any way, and the cannons on their ships are extremely powerful. They can sink our invincible fleet with just one shot. Their flagship, God bless, we, the Kingdom of Spain, must never become enemies with them!”

Just when Niels was about to continue writing, there was a knock on the door.

Seeing that the thoughts in his mind were interrupted, Nils came back to his senses and subconsciously complained: "Damn, it's just at this time!"

After carefully putting the diary away, Nils turned his attention to the place where the knock on the door was heard, and then spoke.

"Come in!"

After the words fell, there was only a "squeak" sound, the door of the room was pushed open, and the first mate named Danny walked into the room and reported to Nils.

"Boss, the Ming official who was negotiating with us at the dock brought someone here and said he has something to ask you!"

After listening to the first mate's report, Nils nodded and responded.

"Okay, Danny, I got it!"

"Boss, come with me. The Ming official is waiting for you below!"

After that, Niels Rosen met Yang Zongtai under the guidance of his first officer.

After the two parties met, they each extended their right hands, shook them, and immediately sat down one after another.

Nils looked at Yang Zongtai sitting opposite him, couldn't restrain his curiosity, and asked in half-baked Ming Dynasty Mandarin.

After more than ten days of study, Nils finally mastered some basic skills and could speak some simple Ming Dynasty language.

"This smart and wise man, do you have any good news for coming here this time?"

Yang Zongtai couldn't help but feel a little funny when he listened to Niels' unusually awkward Ming Dynasty Mandarin. Then, he saw a smile on his face and turned to speak.

"Just now, I received a personal letter from the governor. Our supreme emperor has agreed to your request and is willing to meet with you!"

Yang Zongtai's words, after being relayed by the translator, reached Niels' ears word for word.

After Nils listened to what was relayed by the translator, a look of disbelief suddenly appeared on his face, and he immediately said excitedly.

"God, I can't believe this is true!"

After being relayed by the translator, Yang Zongtai quickly understood what Niels meant. He chuckled and continued to add.

"Next, you will take a boat via the Grand Canal to the capital of our country..."

……

Early morning, Zhejiang, Zhejiang Governor's Mansion.

Not long ago, Hu Zongxian announced in public that he would go to the capital to take up a post in the near future, and he began to prepare for the next handover.

At this moment, in the study room, Hu Zongxian was processing the official documents sent as usual.

At this moment, there was a knock on the door.

Seeing this situation, Hu Zongxian immediately put down the brush in his hand and gave instructions.

"Come in!"

After the words fell, there was only a "squeak" sound, and a subordinate official came in and reported respectfully. "My Lord Governor, according to your previous instructions, the account books, money, food, land, population, etc. of Zhejiang Province have been sorted out. Please take a look!"

After the subordinate official finished speaking, he respectfully handed a booklet to Hu Zongxian's hands.

When Hu Zongxian heard the words, he responded in a subtle way. He immediately took the booklet from the hands of the subordinate and browsed it meticulously.

Seeing that the numbers on the booklet were very different from what he had expected earlier, Hu Zongxian closed the booklet in his hand and gave instructions.

"Well, it's no problem, you can go out!"

"Yes, Lord Governor!"

After the subordinate responded, he did not stay in the room at all, but turned and left.

After the subordinate official left, Hu Zongxian looked back and began to deal with the official documents in front of him unhurriedly.

Hu Zongxian processed official documents very quickly. In a short time, there were only a few official documents left out of the entire desk that was about to be filled.

"Let's deal with the rest later!"

Hu Zongxian said this, and immediately stood up from his seat. After moving his limbs, he immediately came to the courtyard and lay down on the deck chair in the courtyard without any image, basking in the sun.

Since it was already May and the sun was no longer as gentle as it was in early spring, Hu Zongxian felt comfortable looking at the lush green plants in the yard.

At this moment, a guard hurriedly came to Hu Zongxian's side and said in a low voice.

"Your Majesty the Governor, the envoy of Jinyiwei Town wants to see you!"

After hearing the guard's report, Hu Zongxian couldn't help but have a look of surprise on his face. He soon came to his senses and gave instructions.

"Well, I understand. Let him wait in the meeting hall first. I will be there soon!"

"Yes, Lord Governor!"

After listening to Hu Zongxian's instructions, the guards quickly took the order and left.

After the guards left, Hu Zongxian slowly stood up from the recliner and said silently to himself.

"Why are you coming to me at this time? There haven't been any major incidents in Zhejiang recently?"

With these doubts in mind, Hu Zongxian immediately took steps towards the meeting hall of the Governor's Mansion.

……

When Hu Zongxian came to the meeting hall of the Governor's Mansion, Liu Mi, the envoy of Jinyiwei Town, was leisurely tasting the tea in his cup.

Seeing Hu Zongxian's arrival, Liu Mi immediately put down the teacup in his hand, cupped his hands towards Hu Zongxian, and said.

"I have seen the Governor!"

Seeing this situation, Hu Zongxian glanced at Liu Mi angrily, and then said.

"Okay, if you have anything to say, just say it!"

When Liu Mi heard this, a smile suddenly appeared on his face. After sitting back in his seat, he immediately spoke.

"Actually, it's nothing serious. I mainly want to chat with you. After all, you will be leaving for the capital in a while."

"From now on, I'm afraid we will rarely have the opportunity to sit face to face and chat together like we do now!"

When Hu Zongxian heard Liu Mi's words, he was silent for a long time, and then sighed with emotion.

"Yes, from now on, there may never be such an opportunity again!"

After Hu Zongxian finished speaking, he poured himself a cup of hot tea and immediately sat down in his own seat.

Shortly after this, Liu Mi's voice sounded in Hu Zongxian's ears again.

"By the way, how much do you know about this Zhao Zhenji?"

When Hu Zongxian heard what Liu Mi said, he immediately responded after thinking about it for a moment.

"You don't have to worry. This Zhao Zhenji is quite talented, very tactful and sophisticated, and he is also a good hand at getting things done. If Zhejiang is managed well, there should be no big problem!"

When Hu Zongxian said this, he changed the subject and continued to add.

"But this Zhao Zhenji cherishes feathers too much and is known as the "non-stick pan" in the court!"

After Hu Zongxian finished speaking, a smile appeared on Liu Mi's face at the right time. He nodded and then expressed his agreement.

"I have heard about this for a long time. Since this Zhao Zhenji can be recognized by you, Hu Zongxian, then I am relieved!"

At this moment, Liu Mi changed the subject, turned his attention to Hu Zongxian who was sitting at the top, and asked him instead.

"By the way, do you still remember the group of Japanese pirates who surrendered to the Ming Dynasty earlier?"

After Hu Zongxian heard what Liu Mi said, he tentatively confirmed it to him after recalling it for a long time.

"Are you referring to Makoto Tsunoda and his group of Japanese pirates?"

"Well, that's right."

Facing Hu Zongxian's extremely doubtful gaze, Liu Mi nodded firmly and then continued.

"Not long ago, the Jinyiwei side sent them a batch of firecrackers capable of arming 1000 people through merchant ships, as well as corresponding supplies."

"With our strong support, Makoto Tsunoda has now established a foothold in the Miyazaki region of Kyushu, Japan, and has recruited a large number of wandering samurai. Currently, Makoto Tsunoda has become the most powerful force in the area!

After listening to Liu Mi's narration, Hu Zongxian couldn't help laughing, and immediately asked.

"With just this support, can you become the most powerful force in the area?"

Liu Mi heard the confusion in Hu Zongxian's words and immediately explained.

"How can a small country like us compare with us?"

"They are currently in the Warring States Period. Normally, the number of troops that both sides can dispatch in a battle is generally only a few hundred people."

"Moreover, the people dispatched by both sides are not so much soldiers, but farmers with simple weapons. They have not undergone systematic training at all, and their military literacy is extremely poor!"

When Liu Mi said this, he paused for a moment and then added.

"The group of Makoto Tsunoda who are supported by us have received systematic and complete training in our Ming Dynasty. Whether it is in terms of troop formation or military quality, they are far stronger than those of the Japanese local daimyo troops! "

"Therefore, it is only natural that we can dominate the Miyazaki region of Kyushu in such a short period of time!"

"Currently, the customs and customs of Japan's Kyushu region, as well as detailed maps of the surrounding areas and other information, are being continuously sent to our country through the hands of the fleets sent for trade."

"As long as the imperial court's naval construction is completed, the troops can be officially dispatched!"

When Liu Mi said this, his eyes were full of determination.

Hu Zongxian on the side heard this and picked up the tea cup. After taking a sip, he sighed with emotion.

"I hope that day will come soon!"

(End of this chapter)