Please. The chief soldier of my family is waiting in the big tent of the Chinese army. "Guerrillas clearly and should be such exchanges. bluntly made a gesture of please.

The Governor took off his top hat and nodded at the strike. As the guerrillas passed through countless bustling soldiers carrying wooden boxes. The Governor is not stupid. The value of these trophies was immediately perceived. It's a pity that this is the trophy of the Akito. Nothing to do with him. The Governor shrugged. to the big tent of the Chinese army. Liu Er was talking to several native chieftains on the island of Kochi. None of these chiefs knew Chinese. Only two of them knew the native language of Ceylonese. Fortunately, Liu Er's translation team contains talents from all languages. Someone immediately came out to interpret.

The native chieftains of Cochin Island welcomed the arrival of the Ming Dynasty. Although only on the surface. As for what they thought in their hearts. Liu Er wouldn't care either. Liu Er conveyed the declaration of the Ming Dynasty in a businesslike manner. The main meaning is that the Daming water master arrived. His kingdom must be called a minister. Not only would the Ming army not bully them. A fleet will be sent to patrol this water. Keep them safe. Several of the native chieftains looked at each other. He spoke a native language. Only then did someone say in Ceylonese: "We are willing to pay tribute to the Ming Dynasty." Every year, the island's specialties are delivered as a tribute. ”

Liu Erxian was extremely happy. Since the Ming army took control of Ceylon. The location of Cochin Island doesn't matter. Therefore, he also had no intention of aggression. nodded: "Just keep the courtesy." Your island is sparsely populated and poor. The annual intake is not much. ”

That's when Governor Johansen came in. After the interpreter briefing. Liu Er hurriedly beckoned Johansen to sit down. Hudson RPH is also extremely hospitable. knew that Liu Er was the most trusted general of the Ming Emperor. Hurriedly removed the hair and saluted: "Your Excellency General." This naval battle is just too beautiful. You've added a great victory to your dazzling life. ”

After listening to the translation of the interpreter,. Liu Er waved his hand very modestly: "I'm ashamed." Ashamed. ”

Hudson sat down. began to talk about the friendship between the two countries, and talked about his admiration for the Ming Dynasty. Then he began to get to the point: "Your Excellency the General is the Governor of Nanyang. Mr. Special Envoy Jason has asked His Majesty the Emperor about the jurisdiction of the East Indies. The emperor's reply was that General Liu Er, the general of the Nanyang army, was in charge of garrisoning. Then the officials of the Ming Dynasty were assigned to rule. British warships had already preemptively anchored on the island of Ceylon. I'm here this time. It is hoped that the division of the island of Ceylon will be discussed with the Lord of the Army. In accordance with the agreement. The east belonged to the Ming Dynasty, while the island of Ceylon was divided into three parts, and the British held one. And the Ming has two shares"

Liu Er nodded: "This matter will be dealt with by the General Army." The emperor has already commanded. Daming would rather take advantage of some poor soil than teach his British friends to suffer. ”

Hudson put his mind at easeCeylon is India's largest island in the Far East. It was also the first British colonial territory to be a foreign country. Therefore, the British authorities attached great importance to this territory, and this would be a window for the British trade with the Ming Dynasty, and many porcelain, silk, and tea that were lacking in Europe could be purchased from the Ming people by British merchants from here. Then it was trafficked to Europe, and the profits were predictable.

Hudson suddenly remembered the hundred captured Dutch merchant ships anchored not far from the beach. In the future, trade between Britain and the Ming Dynasty will become more and more frequent. The amount of merchant ships required was enormous. If the British were hastily built. The speed of shipyards in the country. I'm afraid it won't be enough for 10 years. But to buy new merchant ships. The price is unacceptable. Therefore. Johansen asked tentatively, "Your Excellency, General." What will your country do with those captured Dutch merchant ships? ”

Liu Erdao: "Naturally, it is a maritime merchant who sells it to Haidu. He said so. But my heart is a little empty. Today, there are at least 3,000 merchant ships in the Ming Dynasty. And that's not even counting the new ships that are constantly being started at more than a dozen shipyards. I am afraid that only a few small owners are willing to buy these merchant ships. The price is certainly not going anywhere.

"Britain needs a bunch of ships. If your country is willing to offer a reasonable price. I can report to His Majesty. I think His Majesty will be very interested. Johansen rolled his eyes. It seems that a way of wealth has been found: "And these Dutch captives." The UK can also buy according to their status"

Johansen had long heard of the generals taking some of the captives to do coolie work. This is definitely a great business opportunity. If only Britain could buy these captives. They can transport the captives back home. Then ask these people to write letters to their loved ones. Relatives and friends of the captives paid enough ransoms. The profits in this are absolutely staggering, if there is a wealthy captive among them. Then at least you can extort more than 5,000 silver coins. Even some ordinary sailors. It's not a problem to extort a hundred silver coins. After all, this is a living person. One hundred silver coins, though relative to most households, is equal to the sum of two years' income. But it can definitely make them obediently hand over the ransom. The Ming Dynasty took more than 30,000 prisoners. It's definitely enough for the British to make a lot of money.

"Oh. Captive? Liu Er was interested. Now Daming is like a bottomless pit

There is a shortage of money. The emperor was very anxious about this. He really couldn't think that prisoners could be sold. There are a lot of Lan Lu in the Ming Dynasty. Javanese, Malacca, plus the current captivity of the army, merchants, and expatriates were enough to form a Western naval division. If it can really be sold. The emperor can also save a lot of heart. At least not to be frustrated with raising money everywhere.

"How much is England willing to pay? Liu Er also began to talk about business.

Hansen was rather kind-hearted and didn't dare to deceive the general in front of him too much. After all, Britain will rely on the Ming Dynasty in the future. In the swing of people's house. If it is known to the other party in the future. So much of Britain's diplomatic efforts towards the Ming Dynasty were in vain: "Britain could buy it for eighty silver coins a captive." What do you think? ”

Liu Er's mind began to spin rapidly. The Ming Dynasty had nearly 30,000 captives. If a captive is equal to ten taels of silver, it is equal to three hundred thousand pieces of silver. If a captive is worth eighty taels of silver. and he would make a net profit of two hundred and forty denarii. It's a good business. However, Liu Er didn't dare to make decisions about this matter: "This fashion needs Liu to play the emperor." Wait for the emperor to decide. ”

Johansen nodded in understanding. In fact, there is still a lot of profit margin for these captives to buy for eighty silver coins. In the eyes of the Ming people, all captives seem to be the same. But for the British. They can be priced according to their wealth. The minimum can be sold for a hundred. The high ones can sell for hundreds or even thousands. Definitely a good deal.

lt; In the future, the unit of goods will be calculated according to the silver. Using silver coins can be awkward for your friends. Anyway, a tael of silver is equal to a silver coin. >

Johansen had lunch on Cochin Island. Then he immediately set out for Ceylon. Liu Er also led the fleet to sail back after a brief rest. This trip was extremely profitable. Enough for Daming to breathe a sigh out. At least for a year, there will be no more situations where the imperial court will not be able to make ends meet. Liu Er boarded the ship with great ambition. I didn't even mention it when I returned to the sea.

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After crossing Ceylon, the Nanyang sailors were divided into two groups. A swift landing on the East Indian island of Ceylon to receive the colony. The other one went to Haidu. Ship the loot back. Early one morning on the 4th. The fleet of the Nanyang Naval Division arrived in Haidu. After the second landing. The vice-admiral was instructed to look after the ship. Unload the loot. Alone with dozens of personal soldiers, he quickly went to the palace to meet him.

"Weichen see the emperor.

"After the ceremony. Liu Er smiled and presented the list of loot to Zhu Jun's imperial case. It's the same feeling when you come back after robbing the money. smiled brightly in front of the emperor. If there is less grabbing. I'm afraid Liu won't dare to be so unruly.

Jun picks up the list. I took a closer look at the calculated figures. nodded: "I didn't expect the Lan people to have such a rich property in Ceylon." It's been a hard time. Come. Bring a stool to Mr. Liu. ”

Jun is also in a good mood. The stone in my heart has fallen. It looks like another year of easy days is over. Therefore, the attitude towards Liu Er is also excellent. Originally, only ministers were sitting. Now Liu Er is stained.

"Your Majesty." Liu Er remembered the British. He told Johansen about the purchase of merchant ships and prisoners as it was.

Jun pondered for a moment: "This matter can be discussed slowly." I will let Yang Aiqing pass. Now the East Indies are under the jurisdiction of Liu Aiqing. I have something to explain. ”

Liu Er leaned sideways. Listen respectfully. I only heard Zhu Jun say: "The East Indies have a large population. And the people were mild-mannered. As long as people respect their religious practices. There is no fear that there will be rebellion. That's why I want to form a mercenary group there. You're in charge of that. Think about the details. This mercenary group does not need to be used in combat. Train directly after formation. It can be equipped with weapons that have been eliminated by the Ming army. In the future, when the Ming Dynasty expands its territory. Any colonies that occupy can be maintained by this mercenary group. ”

Liu Er was embarrassed and said: "Doesn't the emperor often say that my clan must have different hearts?" If these Indians are armed. If they ............ in the future"

Jun shook his head. and no spirit of rebellion against foreign rulers. Even if these people are anti-artificial. With backward weapons, it is impossible for them to shake the Ming army. Not to mention for the Indians, who experienced the rule of the Aryans, Mongols, and Dutch. The Han Chinese ruled over them as little more than a change of government. There is no difference between them. There has never been an example of a people overthrowing a regime in the history of India. Some are just foreign regimes overthrowing another regime and continuing to enslave them.