Chapter 63: The Aftermath
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But to their surprise, the pirate ship suddenly stopped when it was more than a thousand meters away.
And a very fast sailing ship quickly came out of the line, and hurried towards the Hope.
Seeing the white flag erected on the flagpole, Zhang Xiao didn't let the crew do it.
At the same time, I thought suspiciously, how could this golden pirate group that crisscrossed the South Seas fly a white flag when they saw the Hope? Do you want to surrender?
That's incredible!
Even if Zhang Xiao ****** again, he didn't believe that he was the bull fork character with the spirit of a bully and attracted the Quartet to vote.
With doubts in mind, he had the pirate brought aboard.
I saw that this was a short Nanyang native, who had been running around with a pair of thief eyes since he got on the boat, and was obviously a clever man.
He saw that everyone was like the stars and the moon, faintly protecting Zhang Xiao in the middle, and he knew that this was the person the big boss ordered to find.
So he bent down to Zhang Xiao and bowed with a ninety-degree etiquette: "Minister Zhang, the little one is here to send a paper letter on the order of my big boss." ”。
As he spoke, he handed over an unstitched envelope with both hands.
Zhang Xiao nodded, and Li Hai on the side immediately stepped forward, took the letter, and handed it to Zhang Xiao.
When opening the letter, Zhang Xiao asked a little strangely, "Why do you know my identity?" ”,
When the native pirate heard this, he laughed but did not answer. pointed to the letter, meaning to let Zhang Xiao read it for himself.
This made Zhang Xiao have a strange feeling. It seems that this golden pirate group has something to do with itself.
Puzzled, he pulled out the letter inside.
As soon as I opened it, a smell of ink came to my face, and I guess it should have just been written.
There are only two words of the same sentence written on it, 'Minister Zhang Xiao is well', but the handwriting is different, obviously from the hands of the two.
On the payment, one is Skeletron King, and the other is Wang Guihai. They were all well-known figures in the pirate group that he didn't know.
While he was still secretly wondering, several small boats rowed again. Charlie, who had been observing the pirate ship, immediately reported to Zhang Xiao.
Hearing this, Zhang Xiao's face suddenly sank slightly, and he thought, "Could it be that the pirates still want to use it?" ”。
Breathing heavier, the precursor to anger!
The native pirate who had been observing Zhang Xiao's expression immediately smiled and explained: "Don't worry, Minister, this is a gift from our boss to you and the entire crew. ”。
As he spoke, the boat had already approached. Zhang Xiao also saw two or three large boxes piled up on each ship, and he really wanted the pirates to say that.
But the heart of defense is indispensable! Although he had a vague feeling that the Golden Pirates would not have the idea of fighting the Hope, he ordered the crew to be on increased vigilance. And send a few clever crew members to inspect the box.
It's just that at the moment of opening, a burst of golden light suddenly shook so much that people couldn't open their eyes!
"Gold! It's all gold! A crew member stood next to the wooden box and shouted excitedly. The others followed suit and opened the rest of the chest, revealing that it was either jewels or gold.
With such a large amount, each person only gets one percent, and he also makes a fortune.
Zhang Xiao was stunned for a moment, he couldn't figure out why this golden pirate group wanted to give him gold, and it was so valuable.
But doubts are doubts, and there is no need to rush out of the things sent to the door. What's more, it's still such a valuable thing!
Anyway, when he goes back, he will go and explain it to the president. At the same time, he also wanted to ask the president about the origin of this golden pirate group.
On the pirate ship, Ou Ziwen and Wang Chunfeng were standing at the bow of the ship, patiently observing the Hope.
When he saw that the boxes were moved to the Hope one by one, Ou Ziwen smiled with satisfaction and said loudly: "Uncle Wang, do you think Minister Zhang will understand our kindness?" ”。
He sent so much gold and jewelry to Zhang Xiao, to put it bluntly, just for the sake of Ba Jiezhang Xiao. Because Zhang Xiao is not only the Minister of the Navy, but also one of the cabinet members of the Ming Dynasty. He has a lot to say.
Normally, he doesn't even see the ministers in person, let alone Ba Jie. But now, I finally caught Zhang Xiao, the Minister of the Navy, so don't hurry up and seize the opportunity.
Therefore these treasures of gold and silver are his heart.
It's just that Wang Chunfeng is not as optimistic as Ou Ziwen, and replied with some concern: "The Ming Dynasty strictly prohibits official personnel from accepting large sums of money and property without permission, and if it is discovered, the parties on both sides will be sent to labor reform." ”。
has been an official in Hope City for a while, and he also knows some taboos in the Ming officialdom. And the lessons from the past are not without experience. For example, those Chinese officials who stole loopholes were dismissed one by one under the strict inspection of the Discipline Inspection Department.
Therefore, he couldn't help but be a little worried. But he couldn't resist the temptation and had to agree with Ou Ziwen's approach. After all, it's a good opportunity to stammer! If you miss it, you really can't regret it.
Ou Ziwen saw his worries and said with relief: "Uncle, don't worry! This money was not only given to Minister Zhang, but also to those crew members. Besides, after Minister Zhang returns to Daming, he will definitely bring this matter to the cabinet.
Originally, we were going to send things back to Daming, but now when we meet the Hope, we will let it send it for a ride, it's not impossible!
What's more, we are pirates, and on the bright side, we have nothing to do with the Ming Dynasty. If you don't find a reason, it's not good to let Hope do it for you.
Finally, when Minister Zhang knows our identity, even if he can't get this batch of gold and silver treasures, he will understand our intentions. ”。
With such an analysis, Wang Chunfeng also feels reasonable. However, he was also secretly wary of Ou Ziwen!
Unexpectedly, this miscellaneous Mao's mind is so active, it is even more Chinese than Chinese. If you do something to him one day, it will be really impossible to prevent it!
So he also put away his contempt in an instant. No longer regard Ou Ziwen as an ignorant junior.
After the Hope had moved all its belongings, the Golden Pirates set sail for the northern seas. And the Hope spewed billowing smoke and rushed to the Ming mainland in the south.
It's just that not long after they left, there was a bang on the surface of the sea, and a head popped out.
I saw this man with wet blonde hair, a high nose, thick eyebrows and big eyes. It was the British crew that survived.
It turned out that he was a lookout for merchant ships, but during the shelling, before he could get down, he fell into the sea with the sails. Then, before he could call for help, the merchant ship surrendered to the pirates. Seeing this, he also wanted the pirate to save him on the ship and be a prisoner honestly.
But he, who has always been cautious, involuntarily hesitated for a while.
It was just a moment when there was a continuous sound of gunfire from the boat, which frightened him to cover his mouth and jump into the water to hide.
Then, the entire merchant ship was in his sight and sank to the bottom of the sea.
Wiping a handful of water stains from his face, he opened his blue eyes. Looking at the direction in which the Hope had disappeared, he fell into deep thought.
I seem to understand something!