Song Ke laughed when he heard this, and said, "Mr. Liu, this is really a good idea!" You know, we crossed the sea and came here just to trade! It's a pity that the Ming court is not interested in trading with us! ”

Liu Dahai said: "Mr. Governor, the Ming court is interested in trade. If you hadn't tried to encroach on the land of the Ming Dynasty, trade would have already started at this time! Of course, that's a thing of the past. I think Mr. Governor has already heard about the development of a free trade zone in Penghu, right? ”

Song Ke said with great interest, "Of course I have heard of it. Free Trade Zone, what an apt name! Only free trade is what people need! So, is this free trade zone created by His Excellency the Dragon King? Anyone should be able to trade in it, but I have to say that our ships used to get close to it, but you drove them away! ”

Liu Dahai nodded and said, "What Mr. Governor said is right. This free trade zone is arranged by my dragon king there. The original meaning is to let everyone have a convenient trading place, so that everyone can trade conveniently. As for the expulsion of your ship, I have to regret to say that your name is not on the trade list at the moment! Those who can participate in the free trade zone must have the permission of our dragon king. ”

Song Ke then asked questions about some things about the free trade zone. Liu Dahai also gave him a detailed answer. It can be seen that Song Ke is quite interested in this free trade zone. He asked in detail not only about the rules, transaction processes and prices of the free trade zone, but also about the means to ensure safe trade. Liu Dahai answered them one by one.

Finally, Song Ke asked, "So, Mr. Liu." How can I qualify for free trade here? I can't wait! ”

Liu Dahai put down the teacup, leaned forward slightly, and spit out two words very seriously: "Liu Xiang!" ”

Song Ke was silent for a moment after hearing these two words, and suddenly smiled and said, "Mr. Liu, I do recognize Liu Xiang, he is a very fierce guy!" However, it seems that His Excellency the Dragon King does not like him very much. Is it? ”

Liu Dahai

"That's right." Mr. Governor. After the dragon king issued an order to prohibit looting, he still attacked the merchant ships! And the most undesirable thing is that after he plundered, he actually killed people and burned ships! This is an unforgivable mistake! I don't think the Doge would like a pirate who kills like it, right? ”

Song Ke nodded and said, "That's right, I don't like pirates either!" Pirates are the enemies of all merchants. Every pirate deserves to be hanged! But why did you mention Liu Xiang's matter to me? I don't think it's anything to do with me! ”

Liu Dahai said with a smile: "Mr. Governor, the Chinese have a saying that Ming people don't say secret words. I'm afraid most of the boats parked on the dock are Liu Xiang's people, right? Doesn't that tell us a lot about his people getting supplies from you? ”

Song Ke shook his head and said, "That's true. But Liu Xiang and I also have a deep personal friendship, so I can't refuse his request for his ships to dock and resupply here. Just like I won't refuse the Dragon King's ship to dock at me. I'm always generous to my friends! ”

Liu Dahai had already pinched Song Ke's pulse at this time. He knew that these Yi people could grab it, and they would trade when they couldn't. So utilization is the breakthrough. So Liu Dahai said seriously: "I can tell you responsibly, Mr. Governor." My dragon king is gradually taking control of the northern route to the Wa Kingdom. If you lose the friendship of the dragon king, you will lose the market of the Wa Kingdom. Personally, I think that the friendship of my dragon king is what you need! ”

Song Ke raised an eyebrow and said, "Mr. Liu, we Dutch people do not accept any threats!" You know, we've been dominating the seas for years! In comparison, the strength of His Excellency the Dragon King is too weak! ”

Liu Dahai also straightened up and said, "Mr. Governor, what I said is not a threat, but a kind reminder!" As a word of caution, Mr. Governor, the Netherlands are indeed very strong. But in this part of Asia, you are the weak! And the dragon king is the one who is powerful! I bet you'll need his friendship! ”

Song Ke was silent, he knew that what Liu Dahai said was right. It is true that they, the Dutch, have defeated almost all of the maritime powers in recent times

, controlled more than half of the share of maritime trade, and won the reputation of the coachman of the sea. But in contrast, their focus is still on Europe. Their fleet had to stay there to ensure the maritime interests of the Netherlands.

And Asia, as important as it is, is just a place to trade and trade. The Dutch government would not agree to send the main fleet to Asia. Even if it is sent, after a long time, the fleet will not be able to fight after bypassing half the world and rushing to Asia. In the future confrontation between Russia and Japan, Russia made this mistake, which led to the almost total annihilation of a fleet by Japan!

So Song Ke also agreed with Liu Dahai's statement. Here he is indeed weak. You know, the Dutch are not only facing the challenge of the Red-eyed Dragon King, but also the old maritime empires of Spain and Portugal, as well as the emerging countries of England and France. So Liu Dahai's words are already a solid threat! And it's a threat that could become a reality!

Song Ke frowned and began to think. To be honest, Song Ke has no crush on Asians at all. Caucasians have been so smooth these years that they have developed the habit of emptying their eyes. He believed that it was best for all people of color to be all slaves. He always believed that Asians were ignorant, uncivilized, and infidels who did not believe in God. Even if he has a good relationship with Li Dan, it is only because Li Dan can provide him with rich trade profits.

But the rise of a new pirate king did affect the balance of power on the ground. So Song Ke thought for a long time and said, "Mr. Liu, I need to think about this matter for a while. Stay with me tonight. Your servants will also get rooms inside the castle. As for the people on the ship, they can live in the barracks. I'll give you a feast in the evening. ”

Hearing this, Liu Dahai stood up and said, "Then Mr. Governor, let me retire." ”

Song Kra rang the bell and called the servant to tell him to arrange a room for Liu Dahai and his entourage. Then he sent Liu Dahai out of the room.

When he sent Liu Dahai back to the room, there was another person standing in front of his desk from nowhere. But Song Ke was not surprised at all, and said, "Dear Liu, you heard our conversation just now, what do you think?" ”