Liu Pei was busy for a long time before he stopped, and as soon as he returned to Batavia, Liu Pei locked himself up to deal with government affairs and think about new plans. After all, Southeast Asia arrived ahead of schedule and disrupted all his plans, so the overall plan had to be adjusted.

And the day after Liu Pei returned, the fleet patrolling outside brought back a merchant ship of the Dutch East India Company. The man above identified himself as an emissary for negotiations between the Dutch East India Company and the Spaniards. They came here in the hope of reaching out to Liu Pei and seeking a peaceful solution to the war in Southeast Asia.

The two men on board were a courier of the Dutch East India Company and a baron François. He was lucky, after Wu Yizhou defeated his fleet, he realized that the situation was not good! He fled to another stronghold by boat at night, concentrating on repairing an old sea-going ship in the stronghold and escaping to India.

When Governor Cohen's letter arrived in India, he was shocked to learn that the entire Spanish stronghold in Southeast Asia had been swept away! This made Baron François almost desperate! He knew that even if he returned to Spain alive, there would be no future!

When he learned that the letter also mentioned Liu Pei's willingness to continue trading with the West. That's what brought Baron François back to his senses! In order to give an account of the kingdom, he returned to Batavia with the envoys of the Dutch East India Company. As for the emissary, he simply sent a power of attorney with carte blanche to Governor Cohen. After all, Governor Cohen is the one who knows the best things on the ground.

Although Liu Pei didn't see them for the first time, he still arranged a room for them in the castle. Of course, Colonel Clark and Baron François don't care, but the one who feels the most is Governor Cohen! Because some time ago the castle belonged to him, and now he has re-entered the castle as a guest! It is inevitable that I will have mixed feelings in my heart!

When a few people meet, of course, they have to get together for a drink. Because Liu Pei gave them plenty of room to move. The right to use the cellar was even returned. But the room on the top floor of the castle was unceremoniously occupied by Liu Pei, after all, he was now the real owner of the castle.

After Colonel Clarke, Governor Cohen and Baron François met, and after a day of reflection, they gathered together to discuss the signing of the contract.

In Governor Cohen's room, three men discussed the embarrassing situation with their glasses in hand.

The scene was very embarrassing at the beginning! Baron François mocked the Dutch for their shameless surrender. And Governor Cohen laughed at the Spaniards at sunset, and could no longer see the form. Colonel Clark, on the other hand, watched the quarrel with a smile on his face.

When they were almost over, Colonel Clark said, "Well, gentlemen, you all seem to have forgotten what we are here for. ”

Hearing this, the two of them were dumbfounded. Each of them moistened his thirsty throat with a wine glass. Colonel Clark then said, "That's how everyone should be, because arguing is pointless." Don't forget that we have a common enemy! ”

Baron François said sarcastically: "Really? The Red-Eyed Dragon King isn't necessarily an enemy to you English, is he? You've got a trade route from him, you've had your wish for years, and maybe you should be allies! ”

Needless to say, the hatred between the Spaniards and the English is self-explanatory. Even the Dutch have felt the pressure of the rise of England over the years. It's just that at this time, the Dutch people still felt that they could suppress the English.

So Governor Cohen also said: "Yes, maybe the colonel will become a member of the nobility when he returns to England this time, right?" Don't forget you're Caucasian! ”

Colonel Clark didn't answer, and said directly: "The enemy I'm talking about is not His Excellency the Red-Eyed Dragon King!" ”

Baron François put down his glass in surprise and said, "Who could he be?" If he wanted to, he would cut off the trade routes between East and West at any time! After all, this is his hometown, and his power is far stronger than ours. ”

Colonel Clark said calmly, "I'm talking about Portugal. ”

Baron François and the two were immediately stunned! Truth be told, they never saw Portugal as an opponent. Portugal's maritime power at this time has declined greatly! They also only have one base in the East, Macau. So both of them subconsciously ignored Portugal.

At this time, after Colonel Clark's reminder, the two of them finally reacted! If Portugal really participated in the signing of the contract, wouldn't this be tantamount to a shot in the arm for Portugal? How can this work? absolute

No way!

In particular, the Spaniards' hatred for this old enemy has not been extinguished, and they are absolutely unwilling to let the Portuguese rise again! What's more, one more opponent to participate means that you have to have one less benefit, which is the most important thing! So Baron François immediately said: "I completely agree with Monsieur Clark!" ”

The guest governor also nodded and said, "I also agree." But how do we convince the Red-Eyed Dragon King? ”

Clark smiled and said, "It's easy! As long as the three of us stand together, I bet he'll give in! ”

Governor Cohen said, "This can't be! I know him, he is a very determined person and will never give in at will! ”

Colonel Clark said, "But he's also a businessman. One of the purposes of his contract with us was to do business. He just didn't want one person to monopolize the business in the East. That would drive down his prices and reduce shipments. But now that there are three of us, it's no different from having four. ”

The two men agreed to stand with the British in this matter. At this point, Colonel Clark wanted to slip away when he saw that he had achieved his goal. But Governor Cohen didn't want him to slip away.

He stopped Colonel Clark and said, "Colonel Clark, since we are now allies, I think there are some things that we should stand on the same side and discuss with the Red-Eyed Dragon King. ”

Colonel Clark deliberately pretended to be confused and asked, "Is there anything else?" I think the most important thing is to negotiate the trade. ”

Governor Cohen gritted his teeth and said, "Colonel Clark, are you going to make us bow down to this Oriental?" These Orientals have taken away all our colonies in the East! Isn't it normal for us to ask him to return or redeem it? ”

Colonel Clark's eyes flickered and he didn't make a sound, as if he was thinking. But Baron François understood, and he smiled bitterly and said, "Governor Cohen, there is no need to ask him anymore. Don't forget, the English have no colonies in the East! At this point, he won't help us. ”

PS: It's the beginning of the month again, I hope that for the sake of the samurai's diligence, you will give a little bit of all kinds of tickets! Especially for monthly passes, it would be nice to have three, so much more than last month!