While Zhou Qingfeng was gaining a strategic springboard in the execution of the Korean strategy, and while the British were seeking to intervene in Northeast Asia for commercial gain, a Jesuit missionary was slowly passing through Shanhaiguan in a horse-drawn carriage in the direction of Shenyang. There were several baptized Han Chinese on the carriage, most of them from Hangzhou, who had vowed to live in poverty for the rest of their lives and not to be close to women. The most important thing is to ...... and obey God.

The missionary party was accompanied by a Westerner dressed as a Confucian in his thirties, from an aristocratic family in distant Italy. In order to preach the gospel of God, he traveled thousands of miles to the East as a missionary. His name was Julius.

In the last year, in 1616. Before Zhou Qingfeng could attack Tianjin, a lesson plan broke out in Nanjing. A large number of Jesuit priests in China were severely punished. Julius had to flee to the homes of parishioners in Hangzhou. In the following year, the atmosphere of the imperial court was greatly reversed, and the firearms of the 'revolutionary army' dealt a heavy blow to the Ming court, and the Ming gentry had to seek the help of Taixi Technology.

It was against this background that Julius once again became public, and he even had the audacity to go to Tianjin to try to see if the nascent 'revolutionary army' was interested in believing in God. But he was shocked in Tianjin—the best way for Western missionaries to promote their ideas in the East was medicine and technology. But what he saw in Tianjin was a much more advanced civilization.

The so-called 'lead' of the West in mathematics, physics, chemistry, astronomy, mechanics, and so on has been torn off the altar. It is even far behind in terms of geography. The 'Revolutionary Army' openly sells maps of Northeast Asia, which are highly remarkable, but of little use. This knowledge, which was regarded as a secret treasure by the missionaries, was widely disseminated, and enlightenment education was in full swing.

The 'revolutionary army' had no interest in any gods, and Zhou Qingfeng even took the initiative to crack down on all kinds of witches and gods in the countryside under the guise of religion. Basically, if caught, he will be executed, and there will be no mercy. The pragmatism of the Han people also made them more interested in learning science and worshipping gods...... Give me the visible benefits first, and then I'll think about it.

Before coming to Tianjin, Julius even wondered if he could influence the high-level of the 'revolutionary army' to believe in God. But as a result, he could only leave gloomily and continue to move towards the capital. He also hoped that he could inject a shot of strength into the declining Ming Court, but the Ming Court only wanted people to build artillery for them to train the army, and had no interest in changing their faith.

** The Ming court government above him was unable to make Julius exert his strength, and he was so disappointed that he even thought about returning to Hangzhou—the Jesuits wanted to expand externally, and they could only work on a civilization that was lower and more backward than himself. Those who can be fooled by the gods can also be savages.

Julius stayed in the capital for a month, but unexpectedly met a Jinyi Wei Qianhu named Liu Fucheng. He was pleased to learn that further north, in Liaodong, there was a barbaric military group of slaves, the Dajin Kingdom.

This news gave Julius hope. Because according to Liu Fucheng's description, there are currently at least two million suffering lambs in Liaodong waiting for God's redemption. The Jurchens who ruled the Dajin Kingdom were a group of out-and-out barbarians, and they still retained many extremely primitive and backward civilization characteristics. For example, the 'step-marriage' system.

This is a territory that has never been developed before, and it is waiting for Julius to go. Liu Fucheng also personally assured Julius that the Jurchen leaders were eager to acquire an advanced civilization system, had great respect for any Taixi, and guaranteed the latter's personal safety.

So Julius took the travel money provided by Liu Fucheng and took a few disciples he had inspired, and took a carriage on the road. He set out from the capital and headed east, passing through Shanhaiguan and heading north along the Liaoxi Corridor to Jinzhou. When he was in Jinzhou, he met the Jurchen envoy who came to greet him, the Sibeile Huang Taiji ......, who was most willing to learn from foreign civilizations, and Yang Jian, a minion.

Facing Westerners with high noses and deep eyes, Yang Jian, who has become a close confidant of Huang Taiji, has no idea how to deal with it. Without Master Gu Yuanwei, he basically ran out of ideas, and never knew what to take the initiative to do - the good thing was that Huang Taiji was quite satisfied with his loyalty. The disadvantage is that he always lacks inspiration and is very rigid.

Facing Julius who came from the dust, Yang Jian bowed under his carriage and greeted: "Bachelor Ai has worked hard all the way. In Xia Yang Jian, he served in the literary hall of Dajin Sibeile, and was specially ordered to come to greet him. Thinking that the bachelor was already tired, I had prepared a few upper rooms and arranged for a dozen servants to serve me. ”

Julius was in his prime at the moment, and he was able to speak Chinese. He also knew that the Han people couldn't figure out his name, so Yang called him 'Ai Bachelor', so he nodded his head. It's just that for the 'upper room' and 'servant', he shook his head and refused: "Thank you Mr. Yang for your kindness." But I came from the West to preach the gospel of God, vowing to live in poverty and no luxury. ”

Is this guy a monk?

Yang Jian thought to herself.

Julius continued: "I have learned before I come that your chiefs are struggling to rule over a million ignorant people, and that if you can believe in God and allow me to spread the gospel of God, I can help you solve such problems. ”

The foreign monk's voice was calm, but Yang Jian asked in surprise: "Didn't you come to make a cannon for us?" ”

Cannon-making? No one told me about making cannons!

Julius was also taken aback, but he replied honestly: "I don't know much about metal casting, but I know how to draw maps and translate words." Most importantly, I was able to make the people of your ministry believe in God and live and work with peace of mind. ”

You can't make cannons, why are you here with us?

Yang Jian slandered in her heart. But Huang Taiji instructed Julius to treat Julius preferentially, and he still invited the other party into the hotel where he was entertained. As for what Julius said about inspiring the population to believe in God, so as to facilitate the rule of the Jurchen leaders, Yang Jian was not interested at all, he casually pointed to the dozen or so servants who were originally going to be distributed to Julius and said, "You can inspire them." ”

Julius didn't care, and even felt that there were a dozen lost lambs who could accept his inspiration at the beginning, which was already a very good start. He hurriedly set up a temporary church in his residence, erected a crucifix, changed into a priest's robe, brought a large jar of water, held a cross and began to pray to God.

"What is this for?" Yang Jian was puzzled by the foreign monk's actions, "Does he want to open up that big vat of water?" ”

"Born sinful, we must be baptized to regain Jehovah's favor." Julius gave a brief explanation and continued his preparations.

The servants who were about to be baptized were puzzled, but when they listened to Julius reciting the Bible in a deep voice, they soon became relaxed and comfortable.

In Yang Jian's opinion, more than a dozen minions looked at Julius like fools. They listened to the nonsense of 'God created the world', and after a while, they wept bitterly as if they had received a great favor, and then they were pressed into the big water tank by the foreign monks one by one.

"This monk Taixi has just recited the words, and it seems to have a charming power. But....... Yang Jian watched from the sidelines, looking extremely attentively, "Where is this baptism?" This is clearly brainwashing. This wash can make these minions obedient? ”

Not to mention, during the baptism, the cross in Julius's hands and the crucifix behind him emitted light and enveloped the servants. Under this oriental and easy-to-orient Western method, the servants who usually had a sad face and trembled became calm after being baptized.

When Julius said that people in the world suffer because of original sin, but as long as they get God's forgiveness, they can go to heaven, and they all smiled in confusion and their faces were serene. Some even fall asleep on the spot, untouched by the unexpected environment.

"These dog minions, what's wrong with them?" Yang Jian asked in surprise. The Eastern monks also have ** techniques, but it is difficult to achieve such an effect. "You monks are very accomplished in fooling people."

This is faith in the Lord! Only those who have faith do not go to hell in order to be saved. They are usually too tired and need a good day of rest. When they wake up tomorrow, they will have a new life, they will know contentment, they will know how to be grateful, and they will be content with the status quo. ”

Julius said a lot of benefits, and almost fooled Yang Jian, "Mr. Yang, are you willing to take refuge in my lord for baptism?" This will make you stronger. ”

Yang Jian shook his head like a rattle, "I'll wait and see." ”

A dozen servants had a good night's sleep, and the next day they all woke up refreshed. They spoke actively and calmly, and they were much more natural when facing Yang Jian, and the most important thing was that they worked harder. Originally, there were many contradictions within them, and they would inevitably compete for benefits when they encountered them, but after baptism, they actually knew unity and courtesy.

"After washing your head, it has such a miraculous effect?" Yang Jian was surprised, "This kind of magic is unheard of, and foreign monks are really good at chanting scriptures." ”

Seeing the benefits, Yang Jian was willing to increase investment. He promised to build a real church for Julius, to build an even larger crucifix, and to make a cross out of silver. He even said that he also wanted to learn this Tessie's technique and influence the world.

"Mr. Yang, you have finally realized your sin and are willing to take refuge in the merciful Lord." Julius could see that Yang Jian's status was not low, and he was very happy to be recognized by such a superior person, "I am willing to personally baptize for you and teach you the doctrine of the Lord." ”

"No, no, no, I don't know any sin, I just want to learn your tricks. Your brainwashing method is too strong. Don't spend a penny, don't want a grain of grain, just stand on the stage to preach the scriptures, wash your head, and you can fool people obediently. Yang Jian exclaimed: "This trick is so strong, I really want to learn it." ”

Julius was not annoyed by Yang Jian's utilitarianism at all, but smiled very happily: "Ah......, great." Yang, you actually want to be a clergyman? I am very willing to teach you, and you will be my parishioner from now on. ”

"Can you not wash my brain?"

"Baptism is a necessary ritual and cannot be omitted. Believe me, after baptism you will become wiser, stronger, and closer to the Lord. ”

"Uh......, let me think again."

No matter what Yang Jian said or what requests he made, Julius was very cordial. With the construction of the church with the large cross, Julius showed a great increase in his abilities. Every day, he gathered a large number of slaves to celebrate Mass and went everywhere to inspire believers to be baptized. In just one month, he was stunned that with Yang Jian's support, he had gained more than 100 believers.

Seeing that those 'believers of the Lord' have become hard-working and resentful, and no longer cheat and play tricks, Yang Jian hated to get all the slaves under his command to 'brainwash'. After confirming that Ai Julius had such talents, he couldn't wait to go to Shenyang to report to Huang Taiji, and praised Ai Julio's skills. But Huang Taiji......

"This kind of deceptive technique, we Jurchen shamans can also do. It's just amazing that it can confuse millions of people. You said that this monk Taixi can make the minions obedient only by brainwashing, and he still has the ability to do so. But it's really wrong to let him brainwash his minions, and we have to master this skill ourselves.

Go and tell the monk Tessie that Ben Belle has allowed him to preach in Liaodong. But I must be the leader of this Jesus religion, and I must personally preside over the brainwashing. If he agrees, I will be baptized into his Rausch Jesuits. ”

"Master, that brainwashing ritual is only a little weird, so you don't have to worry about being ...... by that Julius."

"If he has the ability to see one and wash the other, will he be so miserable? Ben Baylor must be going to learn his essence and brainwash the minions of Liaodong. By the way, what is the name of the largest clergy of his Jesuits? ”

"The Pope."

"This position has the word 'emperor', but I'm afraid that my father Khan will be in charge. What is secondary? ”

"Cardinal."

"Okay, I, Huang Taiji, am going to be the cardinal of this Jesus."

"Master, you are so smart!"