The seventeenth century was the golden age of the Netherlands.

Relying on the special geographical location and the special period, guns and warships were used to run rampant on the ocean.

It gradually replaced Portugal and Spain, which had the first-mover advantage.

Known as the "Coachman of the Sea".

Such a country will not be unaware of Yang Chengying's rise.

On the contrary, they have fought Zheng Zhilong many times, and the two sides have reached the point.

Now there is news that Yang Chengying has led a huge fleet south, and the Dutch authorities in Batavia are very nervous.

Governor Hendrik Brower, Admiral Anthony van Diemen, assembled all the ships and arrived at the city of Geranza, south of Joncoop Island.

Rendezvous with Hans Putmans, the Dutch governor in Chicken Coop Island, for an upcoming big battle.

The smoke of war loomed over their newly conquered land.

Lyles returned and reported on the mission.

Standing in front of the window, looking into the distance, Brower said: "It seems that our hope of a peaceful solution to the problem is doomed to fail. ”

"The other party didn't know where it came from, but they knew it very well to us. I even suspect that when he was in the Ryukyus, he had already thought of a plan to deal with us. ”

Lyles's words hinted at a lack of optimism.

Brouwer was noncommittal, turning his head to look at Van Diemen, "What do you think about this?" ”

"As Lyles said, the situation is not good for us."

Van Diemen said worriedly, "This man has a lot of strength, but he does it every step of the way, so it is very difficult to deal with." ”

He showed the governor one by one the supply and garrison points of the Liaodong Navy on a relatively simple map.

Before becoming governor, Brower was also a successful explorer.

He knew very well what these points meant.

"The other party is also a person with rich sailing experience, at least a clear mind."

Brouwer frowned, a little headache: "He squeezed our navigation space to the south little by little, and has monopolized the trade with the Tokugawa family. Now that he is still here, he is already preparing to get what the Chinese call 'Nanyang'. ”

"We can't be passive like this anymore, we should take the initiative to attack!"

Lyles said excitedly: "He came this time, not only with a battleship, but also with soldiers, with muskets in his hands, it seems that he must take this place." ”

Putmans pinched his chin and interjected: "Is it possible to send an envoy to the Ming Court, and ask the Ming Court to mediate this matter." ”

"My sir, you are naïve. If Ming Ting is capable, can we still stay here? The army of their government is fighting guerrilla warfare with a group of peasants in the mountains. ”

Van Diemen mercilessly interrupted the governor stationed on Chicken Coop Island, dismissing his words as fanciful.

At this time, the military attache came in and reported: "Mr. Governor, there are a few people outside the door, claiming to be Yang Chengying's subordinates. ”

"Are they Yang Chengying's messengers?" Brouwer asked happily.

"It's not. It seems that they are pirates in this area, and they do not belong to the Liaodong Navy. They said that their head had been killed by Yang Chengying a few days ago and wanted revenge. ”

"They also said that they had important information to tell Mr. Governor," said the military attaché. ”

Brouwer's interest waned.

Seeing this, Van Dimen advised him: "A big war may start at any time, and it is good to know that there is a little thing." ”

Brauvaud then looked at Putmans: "You meet with them on my behalf to find out their true purpose." ”

"Yes, Mr. Governor."

Putmans raised his hat and turned to go out.

"You know what? I don't believe that those people can bring any good news, and we could perish at any time now. ”

After Brouwer finished speaking, he added angrily: "My God, is this a deliberate test of your devout believers?" ”

Next year, Brower will step down as governor.

Van Dimen will succeed him as the ninth Dutch Governor of Batavia.

Brower believes that if he messes things up while in office, he will not be able to account to Parliament.

It didn't take long for Putmans to come back in frustration.

"Mr. Governor, they say that if you don't see Mr. Governor, you won't reveal information."

Putmans shrugged.

Brower thought for a moment, then said, "Well, I'll see them in person." ”

He was led by Putmans and met with Li Kuiqi and Zhong Bin in the living room.

The two parties share their identities.

Knowing that it was the new Governor, Li Kuiqi spoke: "Our intelligence is very important, and it can allow you to reverse the current passive situation. ”

"Is it really that significant? Can you tell me what you want in return? ”

After listening to Mokui's translation, Brower got straight to the point.

There is no time left for him to splurge at will.

"As long as you are willing to give us a little of the profits from the raw silk trade."

Li Kuiqi said very tactfully, but the gesture was not tactful.

He gestured with a "three".

Thirty percent of the profit made Brouwer almost laugh angrily.

He suppressed the strong emotion of driving people and said: "I can only give you one percent, but it is already the maximum limit, don't be too greedy." ”

"Twenty percent!" Li Kuiqi relieved.

Brouwer turned to leave.

Zhong Bin hurriedly said: "Once we achieve success, we will have many opportunities to cooperate in the future." ”

Only then did Brouwer turn around and ask, "Tell me, what kind of information is worth my exchange?" ”

"Here's the thing......"

Li Kuiqi told Brower about Yang Chengying's sailing route and told him his ambush plan.

Browa's brow furrowed slightly, and he was skeptical.

He asked the two of them to wait here for a while, and then went upstairs to consult with his colleagues.

Van Diemen immediately objected: "Military warfare is not a child's competition for candy, and there is no room for chance. We would rather retreat for the time being than press our own fleet. ”

"The Admiral is right, but we have to consider a practical situation."

Putmans retorted: "If it were a regular battle, we would not have the slightest chance of winning. ”

The implication is to agree with the ambush of Yang Chengying.

"If we don't have the certainty of winning, we don't take any chances."

Van Dimen argued loudly: "He won't have a problem losing ten times, we only need to lose once and we won't have a chance to turn over." ”

"What are your plans?" Putmans asked.

"In my opinion, it is better to take the initiative to retreat. Keeping Batavia is better than anything else. ”

Van Dimen said truthfully.

Putmans sneered: "It turns out that the famous admiral is a coward. ”

"Mr. Putmans, this is not what you should say to your colleagues."

Van Diemen looked serious, "We are discussing serious military issues, not debating them in parliament. ”

"Don't even make any noise." Brower stopped them, "What are we here from Holland for?" Chinese people often say that if you do big things, you will either lose or lose, and there is no third way to go. ”

Van Diemen and Putmans were both silent, they had already heard the Governor's meaning and defeated Yang Chengying with ambush tactics.

Relying on victory, sign an agreement in your favor, and end the turmoil with dignity.