When Riel walked in, Chen Hong and I, Wang Quan, were already here ready, Wang Quan was still looking at Riel and Neymar curiously, and Chen Hong was holding the floating dust in his arms, closing his eyes there to recuperate.

"Two envoys, this is the Qin messenger sent by the emperor, this is Wang Quan, a member of the Ministry of Rites. This is the eunuch Chen Gonggong, the master of ceremonies, who is highly valued by the emperor today. The officials of Honglu Temple looked at Chen Hong and Wang Quan and respectfully introduced.

Riel has lived in Macau for many years, and he is also very familiar with the official position of the Ming Dynasty, and when he heard that he was only a member of the Ministry of Rites, he was a little unhappy. However, when he heard that Chen Hongnai was the father-in-law of the celebrant supervisor, his face suddenly became serious, this is not a simple character. is not only a trusted figure of the emperor of the Ming Kingdom, but also a very powerful person.

"Okay, don't talk much nonsense, the emperor is waiting for our reply, let's start now!" Slowly opening his eyes and glancing at the Honglu Temple officials who were still talking about anything, Chen Hong said expressionlessly.

"Yes, Grandpa Chen!" The officials of Honglu Temple naturally didn't dare to say anything, so they bowed respectfully and bowed out.

Glancing at Neymar, a trace of doubt flashed in Ryel's heart, and the emperor of the Ming Kingdom couldn't see that he was in a hurry. I've been here for so many days, and no one is in a hurry to see us from top to bottom, what's the matter? However, his face naturally did not show it, and after sitting down with Neymar, he waited for Chen Hong's next words.

coughed lightly, ignoring Wang Quan on the side, Chen Hong didn't have any opinions about him. However, he is Wang Chengen's nephew, and although he and Wang Chengen have no personal grudges, they are also political opponents. Turning his gaze to Neymar and Riel, Chen Hong slowly spoke: "Two envoys, just say what you have to say!" We came here on behalf of the emperor, and if you two have any ideas, we will all play the emperor. ”

Riel also saw that although nominally this rite member Wailang was a Qincha, it was this Gonggong Chen who was in charge. There was no hesitation, naturally they wanted to start seeing the mountains, and there was no need for them to hide it, at least not now.

"Before I start, I have a question, I hope Gonggong Chen will give me advice!" Riel is well aware of the Ming culture, and he has been responsible for negotiating with the officials of the Ming Dynasty for so many years, so he naturally speaks very decently.

After taking a deep look at Ariel, Chen Hong nodded slowly and said, "The envoy has something, but it doesn't hurt to talk about it!" ”

"That's right, Gonggong Chen, we heard that His Majesty the Ming Emperor intends to reopen the sea trade. However, most of our news is rumors, I wonder if Gonggong Chen can tell us if this news is accurate? If there is anything biased, can the father-in-law tell the truth? "Although Rare knew that this news was accurate, after all, it was what the Emperor of the Apocalypse said when he summoned officials from all over the world, but it was not official news. If you can get Chen Hong's answer, then this is the official answer!

"Envoy Real, the emperor naturally has the emperor's plan, and this is not something that a courtier can speculate. If you have anything to say, Mr. Envoy, let's just say it! Chen Hong doesn't want to spit out easily, this is a negotiation, not just talking.

Frowning slightly, Riel didn't expect to get such an answer, originally thought that the other party would definitely confirm the news, so he could say it next!

"Gonggong Chen, this time we are here to discuss the matter of sea trade with the Ming Dynasty, if His Majesty the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty does not have the intention of reopening the sea trade, there is no need for us to talk about the next words, it is just a waste of time." On the one hand, Neymar couldn't stand it anymore, and said directly, very polite in his tone.

Chen Hong turned his head, looked Neymar up and down, nodded, and said, "This envoy's words are very reasonable, and they are indeed a waste of time!" But we don't think the big Franquians think so, they shouldn't think it's a waste of time! As he spoke, he turned his gaze to the side again and said with a smile.

Glaring at Neymar fiercely, Riel said sternly, "Shut up!" After scolding Neymar, Riel smiled and said to Chen Hong: "Father-in-law, don't take it to heart, Neymar can't speak!" However, we really want to know the accuracy of this news, and we ask my father-in-law to tell me about it. ”

With a slight narrowing of his eyes, Chen Hong nodded, there is nothing to hide from this. I just did it myself, but I just wanted to establish my dominant position in this negotiation, and now that the goal has been achieved, then it will be fine.

"This matter is a matter of fact, but when and how to do it, our family does not know!" After thinking about it, Chen Hong gave a confirmed answer.

Hearing this, Riel finally breathed a sigh of relief, and with this answer, he could proceed next. After calming his mind, Riel took a sip of tea and said, "Since that's the case, then I'll just say it!" We Portuguese have lived in Macau for many years and have admired Daming for a long time, and this is already our second home. We hope that after the opening of the sea, we can carry out further cooperation with us. ”

Chen Hong's news from Riel was not surprised, this was something that the Emperor of the Apocalypse had expected a long time ago, nodded and said, "Envoy Ruier, I am the Emperor of the Heavenly Empire, and the land is vast and rich. The emperor is even richer, and it is impossible to trade only with the Portuguese, which we think you should understand. ”

Just kidding, the foreign trade franchise, how could this Emperor of the Apocalypse hand it over. What's more, in the eyes of the Emperor of the Apocalypse, whether it is a warship or an upload, the Ming Dynasty should be floating all over the sea.

Looking at Chen Hong's resolute attitude, Riel also knew that this matter was non-negotiable, but he didn't come for this. After a little contemplation, he decided to say his intentions directly. Looking left and right, he picked up his teacup again.

Regarding Ariel's performance, Chen Hong naturally understood, and nodded in understanding. The people in the room quickly walked out, leaving only four people behind. These four people are the Ministry of Rites Wailang Wang Quan, the Master of Ceremonies Bingbi Chen Hong, and then there are Ruil and Neymar.

"Gonggong Chen, this matter is very important, and we hope to be able to say it to His Majesty the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty in person." Riel wasn't going to say it here, because it wasn't what he wanted. Do your best to convince the Emperor of the Apocalypse, that's what Riel wants.

Slightly stunned, Chen Hong didn't expect to get such an answer, but he didn't make arbitrary judgments. Since this Portuguese envoy dared to say this, he naturally had his support.

"Envoy Rare, I still hope you can give me a reason, I can't go back to the emperor without knowing anything!" Chen Hong is still cautious enough, the emperor is not what you want to see. If you don't say anything when you see the Emperor of the Apocalypse, then wouldn't I be very incompetent?

"Father-in-law Chen, it's about cooperating in the manufacture of warships!" Rare's face was very serious, and he struggled for a long time before he slowly spoke.

Chen Hong didn't speak anymore now, this is not something he can call the shots. Nodding slowly, Chen Hong said in a deep voice: "Since this is the case, I will give it to the emperor!" ”

The Emperor of the Apocalypse was sitting behind the Dragon Book Case at this time, quietly listening to Chen Hong's report, raised his head and asked, "What about the Spaniards?" What is their purpose? ”

"Your Majesty, the Spaniards have come here for two things, the first is to hope that we can expel the Portuguese in Macau." After Chen Hong met Portugal, he naturally went to meet the Dutch.

When the Emperor of the Apocalypse heard this, he put down the music in his hand and asked directly, "What about the other two things?" ”

"Back to the emperor, the other two things are one thing to trade." Chen Hong saw that the Emperor of the Apocalypse became serious, and his expression became serious, and he said.

"Good calculation, this is their request, what do they exchange it for?" The Emperor of the Apocalypse didn't care about the demands of the Spaniards, it didn't matter, what mattered was what he could get.

Chen Hong cautiously glanced at the Emperor of the Apocalypse, and said hesitantly: "The Spaniards said that they can help us appease Haijiang, and they are willing to help the Ming Dynasty expel the Dutch in Penghu. Of course, there are also pirates entrenched in Taiwan, but they need a certain amount of cooperation from the Ming Dynasty. ”

After listening to Chen Hong's words, the Emperor of the Apocalypse suddenly laughed, stretched out his hand to pat the table, and laughed loudly.

This made Chen Hong stunned, what happened to the Emperor of the Apocalypse? In Chen Hong's view, this is actually a good thing. It's just that the face of the imperial court is not good-looking, and I don't know what the Emperor of the Apocalypse is smiling at.

The Emperor of the Apocalypse naturally understood what the Spaniards were up to, and the purpose of their visit was to clear the trade routes. If you can get the Ming Dynasty's maritime trade qualifications, then there will naturally be trade routes. Next, as long as it is cleared, but whether it is the Dutch or the maritime group led by Zheng Zhilong, these people are all very powerful.

Now the Taiwan Strait is controlled by the Dutch and Zheng Zhilong, and the Spaniards want to defeat them, which can be said to be hopeless. At this time, the Spaniards hit Da Ming with their ideas. As long as this matter is negotiated, he will not be able to obtain the right to trade, and he will still be able to get the help of the Ming Dynasty militarily. It can be described as killing two birds with one stone, doing what you should do, paying small and giving a big return!

The Emperor of the Apocalypse is not stupid, and the Spaniards' careful thinking can naturally see it, but this is not an opportunity. Gently banging on the table, brushing the beard on his chin, I don't know when I started to have this habit.

Glancing at Chen Hong, who was standing on the side, the Emperor of the Apocalypse smiled and ordered: "You let the Ministry of Rites make arrangements, I am going to meet the envoys of the two countries, of course, I want to meet separately." It's an interesting thing, and it seems that my plan can be advanced! (To be continued.) )