In mid-July, Zhang Zhun received a report that an envoy claiming to be from Spain had arrived at the port of Bashan.

This Spaniard brought a small fleet of only five battleships, all with a displacement of one

A small warship of about 100 tons. If you look closely, you'll see that it's all the same

The nature of a horn-sailed fast ship is similar to that of a reconnaissance fleet.

The flag of Spain and the Dutch are indeed too far apart from the Tiger Navy

Almost no one knows the side. Fortunately, the Spanish envoys also spoke Chinese fluently

After some explanation, I finally made it clear what I meant. Under the escort of the warships of the Tiger Army Navy

The Spanish envoys finally disembarked at the port of Babayama.

Spain? ”

Zhang Zhun nodded thoughtfully.

It is the trees that want to be quiet and the wind does not stop, and Spain's sense of smell seems to be quite sensitive

The Benjun Navy and the Dutch Boys played against the Spaniards, and immediately felt the opportunity to take the initiative

It's coming to the door. Originally, he was going to let Saviara go to the Spaniards

It seems that it is not needed for the time being.

However, when the Spaniards took the initiative to come to the door, Zhang Zhun felt a little weird. Nothing else

I just think that the Spaniards are really going downhill. If you put it in Spain 10 years ago

The tooth man is not in anyone's eyes, and no one buys the mouth of the Spanish armada

Target. Hey, it's really a decade in Hedong and a decade in Hexi

In 17th-century Europe, it was really you who sang and I appeared. In the beginning, it was

Portugal was the strongest and the first to begin the Age of Discovery. Then there was Spain with the Age of Discovery

The reason for the large number of people is to occupy a large number of colonies. Subsequently, the Dutch people continued to rise

Compete with the Spaniards for wealth and shoot the Spaniards' merchant ships everywhere.

Later, the British rose again, plundered the Dutch routes everywhere, and launched a series of wars

The fight finally defeated the Dutch X. If you take Europe as a country, then the XVII century

Europe is simply China, and the period of the Northern and Southern Dynasties is indeed too chaotic. In addition to being a traverser

I'm afraid no one can predict how Europe will develop.

The seas of East Asia are far less dazzling than those of Europe. in East Asia

The two strongest on the sea are currently Dutch and Spanish, and the others can only play for the time being

Soy sauce. In order to soothe the whales of the Dutch people, other Western powers secretly united

Let's fight against the Dutch people together.

The Governor of the Ming Kingdom is polite. ”

The name of the Spanish envoy was Zambrotta. This is a middle-aged man with a very handsome appearance

The son is tall, blonde and blue-eyed, and speaks Chinese more sleekly. If I'm not mistaken

People must be based in Manila and often interact with Chinese.

Mr. Zambrotta, you've come all the way to work hard. ”

Zhang Zhun responded quietly.

After a brief greeting between the two sides, Zhang Zhun went straight to the point. He said bluntly

Mr. Zambrotta, do you have any good news for you? ”

Zambrotta also said crisply and unabashedly about the relationship between your army and the Japanese shogunate

We also know things in Spain. We believe that Japan should belong to China. this

It's a matter for the Chinese and the Japanese, and no one else should interfere. ”

Zhang Zhun nodded with satisfaction.

This Zambrotta clearly stated his position straight to the point.

If you want to say that the other party is secretive and wants to stop talking, Zhang Zhun will look down on the other party. combine

It's not that it's bad to be secretive. It's common for diplomatic rhetoric to be a little subtle. But if

If the Spaniards need to be secrecy and go around, they are very much against the Dutch

The jealousy of it. For the past 100 years, the Spaniards have never covered their words

Covered up.

In other words, if the Spaniards were obscure, Zhang Zhun would not have to count on Spain

People, they have been beaten by the Dutch people. Thankfully, Zambrotta's performance illustrates Spain

The situation hasn't gotten to that bad point yet. The emaciated disgrace is bigger than the current Spanish Ban

They also have the most powerful army in Europe and the largest number of overseas colonies, and they really don't

Fear of the Dutch.

The Spaniards opposed the intervention of the Nose X-Man in the Japanese battlefield and against other European countries

Can I understand the intervention in the Japanese battlefield in this way? ”

Zhang Zhun said quietly.

Yes"

Zambrotta said without hesitation.

Excellent"

Zhang Zhun nodded with satisfaction again

Although it is said that the exchanges between the two countries are always based on interests, it is perfectly true that personal feelings are factors

to ignore. But personal charisma also adds a little bit of points in diplomacy. Mr. Zhou

Lee's charisma is praised all over the world. This Zambrotta is not either

Wrong people.

Zhang Zhun himself is also straightforward. Zhang Zhun can listen to the diplomatic rhetoric

You have to understand, but if it's too complicated and too winding, Zhang Zhun won't understand Zambrotta

The response was clear and short, one is two, and it was two, which was indeed very much to Zhang Zhun's appetite.

Mr. Zambrotta, you're not just here for Japan? ”

Zhang Zhun glanced at the other party and said meaningfully.

It's not that I have anything else to do. ”

Zambrotta said frankly.

Please say"

Zhang Zhun made a gesture of please.

I was ordered by the Governor to negotiate a trade with the Governor. ”

Zambrotta straightened his body and said expectantly.

Is it about the cargo on the Manila route?"

Zhang Zhun said lightly.

Zambronkan was slightly surprised, couldn't help but look at Zhang Zhun with his eyes, and said with admiration

The Governor of the Province has indeed seen people, and he also knows the Manila route. Ming country in general

People have only heard of Manila, but they don't know about the Manila route. It is Zheng Zhi Longtong

I don't know much about the Manila route."

Zhang Zhun smiled slightly, and said disapprovingly, knowing that these routes are not strange. this

It's one of your country's golden routes, isn't it? I would like to maintain these routes for your country

is very important. Probably this is also a big reason why Mr. Zambrotta came to me. You guys

I have to cooperate to continue to operate these routes. ”

Zambrotta nodded crisply, and said bluntly, indeed. If it's both

The Governor is grateful for his generosity in maintaining trade relations with our country. We hope that whoever holds the power of the Ming Kingdom, we

can get an adequate supply of goods. Normal trade should not be subject to political changes

impact. Lord Governor, do you say yes? ”

Zambrotta's performance as a diplomat was actually substandard. He certainly is

It's too frank to easily show your hole cards. However, he won Zhang Zhun's goodness

Feel. People who are not hypocritical or pretentious are easier to gain Zhang Zhun's favor. As long as you get

With Zhang Zhun's favor, many things are much more harmonious to negotiate.

In fact, Zambrotta's main purpose in coming to the Port of Busan this time is for Manila

Route. As for the issue of Japan, it is incidental. For the Japanese Spaniards basically not

There has been contact. It doesn't matter to whose hands Japan falls to the Spaniards. Fall on the tiger

Of course, the hands of the Ben army are stronger than those that fall into the hands of the Dutch.

The so-called Manila route is actually the famous Kuroshio route.

The starting point of this route is the port of Manila on the island of Luzon. The terminus of each of these routes

The stop is Acapulco, Mexico. The main sea through which the route passes is the Pacific Ocean

The Kuroshio zone in the north is also known as the Kuroshio route.

The main trade item on the Kuroshio route is raw silk, which is raw silk that has undergone preliminary processing

Silk. This is an important raw material used to make well silk clothing. It has the highest production of raw wells in East Asia

The big one is, of course, Mingguo. There are a large number of silkworm raisers in the Jiangnan area of the Ming Kingdom

Out of their hands.

A large number of raw silkworms are concentrated in the hands of silkworm farmers to the two dealers

It was sold to a big businessman, and the big businessman was sold to Zheng Zhilong's pirate group. This life silk is in

After it was concentrated in Zheng Zhilong's hands, it was loaded onto ships and then transported to Manila, Luzon for sale

To specific Spanish merchants.

Spanish merchants loaded raw silk onto Manila galleons and transported it along the Kuroshio route

Arrived in Mexico and brought back large quantities of silver from there. Consumption of local raw x in Mexico

The quantity is very large, and the profit from selling raw silk is very high. A shipload of raw silk shipped to Mexico is almost possible

Half a shipload of silver was brought back. Therefore, these routes can be said to be the Spaniards in the East Asian sea

lifeline.

Because the main silkworm wells are all from the Jiangnan region of the Ming Kingdom. So it can be

It is said that if there is no raw silk export in the Ming Kingdom, the Kuroshio route will be interrupted. There are no high profits

Where does Run's cargo come from? Porcelain in general, "tea", medicinal herbs and the like in Mexico

Local profits are not so lucrative

Because the Kuroshio route was quite lucrative, the Spaniards were stubbornly defending

We will never give up on these routes. The Dutch have been struggling to shoot the Spaniards

of resistance. But if China bans the export of raw wells, there is no way for the Spaniards. slanting

The situation within the country has always been very chaotic, which makes the Spanish governor of Manila feel very much

Disturbed.

In the past, the Spaniards cooperated with Zheng Zhilong. Through Zheng Zhilong, Spain can

Get enough supply of raw silkworms. But now Zheng Zhilong is obviously not good. Defeat Zheng

Zhilong's person is Zhang Zhun. The one who has the best hope of ending the chaos of the Ming Kingdom and establishing a new empire

The same is Zhang Zhun. The Spaniards naturally came to Zhang Zhun immediately.

Zhang Zhun naturally understood the reason, but he didn't deliberately break it. I don't know if I have this in mind

Cao put it bluntly, it won't be interesting. The export of raw silk is also good for the Tiger Army

Target. Since it is a win-win situation, Zhang Zhun naturally strongly agrees with it. He said aloud

Mr. Brotta, if the production of the raw well is doubled or doubled, I don't know if your country will be able to do so

Can it be digested? ”

Zambrotta was immediately surprised and delighted, and hurriedly said, Of course, you can."

The so-called Kuroshio route runs from Manila along the Kuroshio side of the northern Pacific Ocean

The edge sailed all the way to the American continent. This route is quite dangerous, foggy, flying, stormy, and dark

Reef flying sharks: "Frost, all kinds of dangers emerge in an endless stream, and ordinary people absolutely dare not go

Target. It is especially dangerous when approaching the Aleutian Islands. Only very experienced

of captains and seafarers are likely to reach their destination successfully.

In fact, only a maximum of five Manila ships are able to cross the Kuroshio route each year

Successfully reached Acapulco, Mexico. The main reason was not that the Spaniards did not fight

The ship was not without enough guts, but not enough raw wells. If you want to transport it

The goods such as porcelain and tea are not worth the cost performance.

Now Zhang Zhun took the initiative to ask for an increase in the production of raw silk, which was natural for the Spaniards

It's the best. As long as there are a sufficient number of Isai, the Spaniards can drive more

Manila galleon. The number of galleons sailing to Mexico each year could be increased to ten

Or fifteen ships, the Spaniards' profits would surely have doubled.

Because the Dutch people were pressing on the South Sea Sea step by step, the Spaniards except for the Kuroshio route

There aren't many other routes that make money. This route was also robbed by Dutch warships

Possibly. Only the Kuroshio route is safe to pass the mouth, the more profit the Spaniards make

The stronger the power against the Dutch.

For Zhang Zhun, such cooperation is also very beneficial. The Jiangnan of the Ming Kingdom is large

The number of people planting silk. A large number of holy silkworm wells must have a suitable market. Zhang Zhun decided

After the establishment of the new empire, Jiangnan will definitely vigorously develop the commodity economy. Raw silk at that time

There will definitely be a massive increase in production. Raw silk is not sold at a high profit in China. Only sold to the country

in exchange for a large amount of silver.

At that time, the maritime trade between the Ming Kingdom and the Western powers was completely in surplus. Regardless of Spain

The amount of silver earned by the tooth people will eventually be traded through other goods

Most of them fell into the hands of Ming merchants. This is something that the Western powers have never been able to change.

In other words, the silver has only been sold in other countries, and in the end it is still Mingguo. All the way to

This trade surplus was changed only after the British sold opium to China.

But since Zhang Zhun existed, it was absolutely impossible for the British to sell opium

of. The trade surplus will definitely be firmly maintained by Zhang Zhun. This also means:

The Western powers were always the workers of the Ming Kingdom in the maritime trade at that time. They earn

The wealth that came to him ultimately belonged to Zhang Zhun.

Of course, wealth alone is not enough. At this time, Zhang Zhun still has to be from the body of the Spaniard

to get more benefits. The Spaniards had the largest colonies in the world, and the benefits were many. However, these benefits, be slow

Slow to come. After pondering for a while, Zhang Zhun said slowly, I need intelligence. ”

Zambrotta hurriedly said what information? ”

Zhang Zhun said with a serious expression, I hope to get the information of the Dutch people in time. particularly

It is the main fleet of the Dutch people who is heading north, and I hope that your country will notify us in time. ”

No Ran"

For Zhang Zhun's request, Zambrotta readily agreed.

Spain's naval fleet in the South Seas is also quite strong. Despite and the Dutch

The main fleet has this gap and cannot compete head-on with the Dutch. But to spy on the Dutch

The main fleet is not a difficult thing. In fact, the main fleet of the Dutch is also

Not daring to ignore the presence of the Spanish fleet

Fortunately, Zhang Zhun did not propose that the Spanish fleet also go north to fight a decisive battle with the Dutch fleet

Speech. If Zhang Zhun made such a request, Zambrotta would be a little embarrassed. Because he has

To the authorization is to be able to help the Tigers Navy verbally, but in actual actions on the West

But the Banya people are powerless.

Mr. Zambrotta: You can stay in Bajam Harbour for a while. I want to add doubles

This understanding will be beneficial to our future cooperation. ”

Zhang Zhun said eloquently.

Thank you, Lord Governor, for your kind words."

Zambrotta does mean to stay, so you're welcome.

There is also a meaning to know more about Zambrotta, the new ally of the Tiger Army. that

In fact, it was not only the Spaniards, but also the other European powers who had the courage to fight the Tiger Army

Qi and the Dutch fleet are quite interested in the matter of the confrontation. They all thought it was Zheng Zhi

The dragon was the strongest maritime power in the Ming Kingdom. I didn't expect that there was another one besides Zheng Zhilong

The presence of the Tiger Ben Navy.

Wang Junyu took this gentleman down to rest. ”

Zhang Zhun picked up the teacup and said with a smile.

Zambrotta got up and took his leave.

Zambrotta had just left, and Wang Shide came in and reported to Zhang Zhun and said, "My lord."

Li Jicheng sent someone to send a battle report, saying that it was the Dutch Y fleet that launched a fierce attack on the Zheng fleet, and the Zheng family fleet arrived

If you can't resist the retreat, it is estimated that it will be over. ”

Zhang Zhun nodded quietly, and said slowly, telling Li Jicheng to follow my orders

Just do it. Once again, remind him that the situation at the front is changing rapidly, and do not ask for instructions

Fighter. In short, let go of what is good for us. ”

Wang Shide agreed.

Zhang Zhun walked to the side and silently stared at the map.

Regarding the news that the Zheng family's fleet was attacked, Zhang Zhun was not surprised at all. In fact, this is to be expected. By the time Li Jicheng's fleet left, he had been

Sensing that the Dutch fleet was about to make a move on Zheng Zhilong's fleet. Of course, the Dutch people want to meddle in Japan

You can't let the Zheng family fleet get in the middle and simply take him out.

If Zheng Zhilong's fleet had faced the attack of the Dutch in the past, it might have been able to resist one

Two. The worst can also be retreated. But at the mouth of the Yangtze River in the navy of the Tiger Ben Army

During the battle, Zheng Zhilong's fleet lost a large number of living forces. This is destined for the Zheng family fleet

This time it's a catastrophe.

What Zhang Zhun hopes most now is that Li Jicheng's actions can be proactive, and he will not be at all

Ask for instructions on everything, don't delay the fighter plane, and act decisively when it is time to strike. The person who should be accepted

Decisive acceptance. The person who should not be accepted is decisively let him die. Such an opportunity once

If you miss it, you can't have it again.

What is the most valuable thing about the Zheng family's fleet? Not its one masted gunboat, of course, but its

Mariner. Zhang Zhun took a fancy to the abundant sailor resources of the Zheng family's fleet. The Zheng family fleet has it after all

The number of sailors with twenty years of foundation is considerable. Part of the sailors' skills too

Quite superb. That's a lot of money

Not all of these sailors can be transformed into qualified tiger soldiers. But that's not off

System. Zhang Zhun has a set of methods to brainwash them. Actually, even if they are still pirates

It doesn't matter either. Because after that, I basically fought overseas. Overseas Combat Ben

It is very predatory, murder and arson are commonplace. Throughout the seas of the countries of the world

Is there a group that didn't start out as pirates?

The true teachers of civilization have shrunk when they go overseas. Be merciful to your enemies

It's about abusing yourself. Only by letting go of your hands and feet can you achieve greater results. To put it more bluntly

A little army is a disciplined rogue organization. Since it is a hooligan, there is no benefit at all

How can you desperately rush forward?

If Zheng Zhilong, my lord"

Wang Shide looked around cautiously and said.

It is estimated that Zheng Zhilong will refuse to surrender. But that's okay too.

As long as the rest of the Zheng family's fleet is willing to take refuge, it is enough. One of the Zheng family's fleet

Who else can ordinary sailors turn to us but us? ”

Zhang Zhun said coldly and bluntly.

Seriously, even if Zheng Zhilong takes refuge in him, Zhang Zhun still doesn't know what to do with himself

If you kill Zheng Chenggong and let Zheng Zhilong live, you can't be at ease at all. My own son

The son was killed, can Lao Tzu not want to find a way to take revenge? Therefore, Zheng Zhilong is still dead

Okay. The top echelons of the Zheng family's fleet would have better all died.

Even if this person doesn't die, it is estimated that Li Jicheng will let them die. This year I want to make people

There are many ways to die, and the key is whether Li Jicheng can understand the meaning of the top. while

However, it is best that Zheng Zhilong and others still die in the hands of the Dutch people. In this way, the tiger is in the sea

The army can openly recruit sailors from the Zheng family's fleet in the name of avenging Zheng Zhilong

Finish.

It is conceivable that in the future, the Zheng family fleet will be a behemoth

I'm afraid it's going to disappear completely. The remnants of their strength will be swallowed by the Tiger Navy

Fall. After the Zheng family fleet is gone, the seas of East Asia will be the world of the Tiger Ben Army and Navy.

After integrating the human resources of the Zheng family's fleet, what the Tiger Ben Navy had to do was Taoguang

Recuperate and recharge and wait for the day when it will break out. In the face of the Western powers, the future is heavy

And there's a long way to go

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I'm looking forward to it.1 (To be continued.)