Hidden Dragon in Qing Dynasty

After the Suez Canal, the united fleet had officially entered the Mediterranean, and it could be said that the Suez Canal was the gateway for Asia to enter Europe.

No matter how many pictures and photos Zai Chun had seen of Europe, or how many books and books he had read on the west, he was not as shocked as he would be if he had personally seen this bustling and prosperous land.

In Europe, after being baptized by both the The Age of Great Navigation and the Industrial Revolution and having been hoarded by the world's wealthiest people for nearly 300 years, it had completely surpassed Asia and had officially become the world's wealthiest center.

The little emperor stood at the bow of the Zhiyuan Warship, staring at the entire white sail of the dark blue ocean, often staring blankly for hour after hour.

How could he not be shocked? This was all Tao Yuanming's paradise. The main waterway was filled with endless streams of merchant ships and fishing boats carrying expensive goods from all over the world to those super cities.

Wonderful music came from the private yachts of the nobility, and the dances lingered through the night under the scent of food and wine.

On the island that was covered with stars, Zai Chun could see many brightly colored buildings, a church with ringing bells, as well as countless of factories and workshops.

Yes, there was a gap between the rich and the poor in Europe, and the poor did not have access to education and had to work hard every day. But it was undeniable that the lower classes of the population could still live.

At the very least, the lower class citizens would not starve to death and would be able to enjoy a certain level of medical treatment and education. Even the poorest of the population would be able to eat at least sixty percent full every day, and there would be no suffering from starvation.

If it was in Great Qing, perhaps only when Kang Gan was in his prime would there be such a scene.

After entering the Mediterranean, Britain's strong national power had become even more evident. The United Fleet did not need to purchase any food and there were always supply ships waiting for the Emperor of the Great Qing and the head of the Chinese Empire in the predetermined channel.

Ships after ships of fresh food and seasonal fruits, as well as the latest newspapers and magazines from all over Europe, came flying in like snowflakes.

At this moment, Europe was completely shocked by Zai Chun's arrival. Other than the French and Russian newspapers, almost all of the other countries had the Eastern series of headlines.

"The latest news is that His Majesty the Emperor of Great Qing Kingdom's ship has passed through Sicily. The Greek Republic pays its respects to His Majesty the Emperor and to His Excellency the Head of State. Long live His Majesty the Emperor …"

"The Turkish Empire of Ottoman delivered the letter of credence to the Emperor of Tongzhi. The friendly Sudan expressed his respect for the emperor and his leader, and hoped that the emperor would be fortunate enough to visit Istanbul …"

"Heavy news! A wave of protest from thousands of people in the Street in Paris! The citizens who were shouting are protesting against the provocation from the Chinese fleet in the Suez Canal! They are urging the government to take immediate action to punish them …"

"According to the London Press Station, London's renovation to welcome His Majesty the Emperor of Great Qing Kingdom and His Excellency the Head of State will be officially completed in two days... From the Tower Bridge all the way to the St. Paul's Cathedral, King's College, St. Martin's Cathedral, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey … Even Buckingham Palace will be the main venue for this celebration! "

At the bow of the Zhiyuan Warship, Zai Chun was excitedly looking at the beautiful scenery of the Mediterranean Sea, beside him were the newspaper headlines from the countries sent up to him by Er Mao.

The young Emperor was so excited that his entire body was trembling. His dream had finally come true. He had become the first emperor in the history of China to visit Europe.

Perhaps the old Confucian scholars in the country would say that they were a disgrace to the nation and that the heavens should not go to Hajia, but how could they know what the world was like!

They didn't know, I, Zai Chun knew, that I saw Europe's wealth and power with my own eyes, this is not a lie. When I saw those poor people who solved the problem of warming up, I knew that everything Master said was true.

Boom! Boom! Boom! heard the hollow sounds of cannons coming from the distance, but no one felt any fear. Zai Chun was too familiar with this sound, it was the sound of naval cannons being fired, and it seemed that another country had sent their battleships to greet him.

On the starboard wing, at two o'clock, three battleships with the twin power of the steam sail were approaching the Zhiyuan Warship, the escorting British battleship had already determined the identity of the other party, as expected, it was the Austria battleship, and immediately let them through.

The fleet opened up a gap, and the three battleships soon started moving side by side with the Zhiyuan Warship.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, Count Yue Sefu, Austria, has brought a personal letter from His Majesty Franz … and a full set of plate armor with the Habsburg's emblem as a present … "

"Austria? Habsburg? Pass on my greetings to His Majesty Franz, I am really looking forward to meeting His Majesty in Vienna … In return for the Great Qing's gift, the Jingtai Blue Vase! "

Actually, according to the diplomatic tradition, the Count representing Emperor Franz should at least give a banquet to Emperor Tongzhi, but if the united fleet was in a rush, they wouldn't have the time to conduct a diplomatic meeting, so they could only express their thanks verbally. Got it.

After both sides exchanged letters and national gifts, the Austria's fleet started to part ways with the allied fleet.

Even the powerful Austria had sent their warships over to pay their respects, not to mention the few small countries on the Mediterranean Sea, even some noble families and families sent messengers over to pay their respects to Tongzhi.

In the Forbidden City, although he was the noble emperor, he was actually just a regular slave. The Queen Mother and the King's uncles could manage him, and even the Old Eunuch could teach him a lesson in the name of the family law.

"How is the Emperor today! This is the glory that a king should enjoy! "

"Calm down, Your Majesty. Please calm down!" Da Sixi, who was by his side, was specially responsible for Zai Chun's etiquette. When he saw that the little emperor was a little flustered, he immediately reminded him.

"His Majesty, the Head of the Guards said that we have just reached the Mediterranean Sea. The welcoming ceremony in the future would be ten thousand times more grand than the present! You must hold on! I have to stabilize my aura, I can't lose face for Great Qing! "

"Shut up! You dog slave, you don't understand anything! You still dare to teach me a lesson? " As Zai Chun said this, his eyes widened.

Just at this time, Xiao Letian's voice came from behind him: "Da Sixi is right, you have to suppress the situation. Wait until your carriage is in front of me in London, no one will be able to remind you that when you see the welcoming scene of hundreds of thousands of people, are you prepared to lose your composure?"

Master's stern rebuke made Zai Chun stick out his tongue "Yes... Master's lecture is right! "

Xiao Letian said to Da Sixi, "From today onwards, you must strictly train Zai Chun's etiquette. The emperor of the majestic Great Qing must not let others feel that his hair is rough. You must let his majesty display a calm, wise, and steady side …"

"Remember, don't laugh foolishly. Smile …" If not, don't laugh! You must be able to control the situation! "