The Ming Dynasty’s Prodigal Son - Chapter 1441

[1441.Chapter 1369 Opening up borders]

Emperor Hongzhi got straight to the point.

Come all come.

Just say it.

If you are not satisfied with anything, just say it.

I am determined to win the Northern Province.

Everything else can be discussed.

The most important thing is that Emperor Hongzhi was unsure and was afraid that something would happen to the prince.

After hearing this, Zile made a speech.

The interpreter said sternly: “The Northern Province has always been under the rule of Spain. The King of Spain imposed excessive conquests, and we suffered greatly from it. This time, the visiting delegation came here not only to meet the emperor, but also to… Qi Guogong… No, it should be translated I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Fang Dashan, and thank His Majesty and Duke Qi for their relief to the Northern Province in times of crisis.”

Emperor Hongzhi: “…”

Fang Jifan stood in the crowd, his back straight.

Many civil and military officials looked at Fang Jifan with speechless faces.

To be honest…this Francois…isn’t his brain good?

Was Fang Jifan also fooled?

Previously, everyone was just curious about these people from the Northern Province. After all, this is a foreign country thousands of miles away. Their eyes and noses are really different from the Han people.

But now…

more people look sympathetic.

These barbarians are really pitiful.

Then, the interpreter began to translate Zile’s subsequent words: “This time I came to Ming Dynasty and saw the wealth of Ming Dynasty. It was really eye-opening. They were invited by the governor for a friendly visit. This trip gave them They have great confidence. After they arrived in the Ming Dynasty, they have never had the opportunity to meet the good man Fang…well, that is, the Duke of Qi. So far, they have not expressed their gratitude, which makes them feel regretful that they have heard that the good man Fang is good at charity. He is a man of integrity, a man of great talent, and a good man, but here he is.”

At this moment, everyone, including Emperor Hongzhi, looked at Fang Jifan.

Fang Jifan stood up humbly.

cough.

He seemed a little embarrassed.

Only then did Zile and others notice Fang Jifan, and they felt particularly friendly.

In the Northern Province, they had seen the portrait of Fang Dashan. Doesn’t it look similar to the young man in front of them?

Unexpectedly, I saw a real person today. He was still alive and could move.

Qi Le and others, the leader, all had red eyes.

Many people come from thousands of miles away just to see a living person.

They all saluted Fang Jifan.

Fang Jifan looked at Emperor Hongzhi.

Emperor Hongzhi smiled: “Jifan is a gentle and distant man, but he is deeply loved by everyone in the northern province.” Fang Jifan hurriedly said: “I am ashamed, this… This must be Wang Xizuo… Wang Xizuo spreading rumors…”

All the officials were awe-

inspiring.

, the eyes observe the nose, the nose observes the heart, without showing any sound or color.

Emperor Hongzhi smiled: “I don’t mean to blame. This is a good thing. The successors don’t have to blame themselves.” Emperor

Hongzhi took a deep breath and thought to himself, Wang Xizuo is doing well in the Northern Province. , otherwise… these Francois would not believe Wang Xizuo’s words.

As he said, this is indeed a good thing. The Northern Province is just a springboard for the Ming Dynasty. It can win their hearts and minds. No matter what method is used, it is not a bad thing.

After all, Fang Jifan was his son-in-law. It was better for them to express gratitude to Fang Jifan for his kindness than to express gratitude to Wang Xizuo.

Don’t let the rich water flow to outsiders’ fields.

Emperor Hongzhi looked at the interpreter: “Tell them to let them stay in Beijing for a few more days, and the Ming Dynasty will treat them with courtesy. Then ask them if they have any difficulties in staying here for a long time.”

After listening to the interpreter, he finished the words .

Paraphrased.

As soon as Ziller and others asked if they had any difficulties, these Francons seemed to explode, and some people’s faces turned red with excitement.

This moment made Emperor Hongzhi and all the civil and military officials feel a little stunned.

How…did they really encounter something in Beijing? Being beaten by the prince, or…

Emperor Hongzhi couldn’t help but glare at Zhu Houzhao.

Zhu Houzhao looked indifferent.

This made Emperor Hongzhi very angry. Ever since this guy grew up and Emperor Hongzhi found it inconvenient to whip him, he has become more and more lawless.

It’s just… It’s not convenient to get angry on such occasions. Emperor Hongzhi still smiled: “What did they say?”

“This…” The interpreter looked strange.

Emperor Hongzhi said angrily: “Speak!”

The translator timidly said: “The Francois said that they are extremely dissatisfied with the Ming Dynasty. They want… want…”

Emperor Hongzhi said calmly: “Huh? “

They…” the interpreter took a deep breath and said: “They said that since Xishan Jianye wants to build a Franconian garden, this Franconian garden originally uses the characteristics of Franconian, but… This Franconian Garden is just an appearance, most of those shops and mansions were sold to the people of the Ming Dynasty…”

Emperor Hongzhi looked confused.

All the officials were stunned.

What is Francois Garden?

The interpreter continued: “So, they strongly requested that Your Majesty should not favor one over the other. The Franconian Garden, the preferential interest rate for the loan, and the quota should be left to them. Otherwise, this Franconian Garden would still be called Franconian.” “Machine Garden?”

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Zhu Houzhao.

Zhu Houzhao immediately said: “Father, my son and I didn’t say anything. The house was sold out and they insisted on buying it.”

Suddenly, everyone understood.

Emperor Hongzhi didn’t know whether to be happy or worried, and asked in a confused voice: “Where is this Franconian Garden?”

Zhu Houzhao said: “Near the Yuquan Guard station.”

“…”

Yuquan Guard.

Even Fang Jifan couldn’t help but look at Zhu Houzhao, speechless.

Yuquanwei… this is all going to Zhuozhou County.

That place is a barren land with a radius of ten miles.

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Xiao Jing aside suspiciously.

Xiao Jing bent down and whispered something.

Only then did Emperor Hongzhi find out where the Yuquan Guards were stationed, and his face suddenly dropped.

After all, he is a distinguished guest.

Emperor Hongzhi said calmly: “Flanji Garden? I don’t think this place is good. If you are really interested, I can order people to open up a land near Shuntian Mansion.”

The interpreter relayed the story.

Shuntian Mansion is actually located in the suburbs of the capital, and relying on Shuntian Mansion, the future prospects are limitless.

No loss whatsoever.

After hearing this, Zile and others all turned red.

Another chirping.

The interpreter made a sad face: “Your Majesty, they said…the Franconian Garden is located in the Paris and Vienna of the Franconian in the future. This place has a great future and is really a rare treasure. Now…the purchase of the Franconian The quota has been sold out, and they also want to buy some mansions. As for other places, they are not interested. They also said that there will be an academy and an opera house nearby, and in the future… there may be a railway…”

Emperor Hongzhi was too lazy to follow. These Francois communicated.

A chicken talks to a duck.

He then said to Zhu Houzhao: “Prince… you make the arrangements.”

Zhu Houzhao said with a troubled face: “This… son and minister… are in business, this… the land near Yuquanwei is rare… “

It’s a deserted area for ten miles. It’s rare, so I’ll take care of it.”

Zhu Houzhao no longer dared to contradict, and said obediently: “I obey the order.”

Hearing that the emperor personally supported them, he suddenly said, Ziller and others were beaming.

It’s like celebrating the New Year.

Emperor Hongzhi ordered the Ministry of Rites to settle these Francois.

Then, he was shocked and looked at the civil and military officials: “This time… the prince and the successor have managed to win them over. Since they have won their hearts, they will take advantage of the time when the Spaniards have not yet recovered. , Northern Province, must be put into operation immediately. The imperial court must prepare a return visit mission. The bigger the better, including merchants and a large number of attendants. I, Ming Dynasty, it’s time to come to the Franconian machine, but It’s a pity that we can’t send out steam ships now. It’s better not to expose the strength of Ming Dynasty. I want to listen to your suggestions in running the Northern Province.”

“Your Majesty wants to launch a plan?” Fang Jifan looked at Emperor Hongzhi.

Emperor Hongzhi nodded firmly.

“This is easy to handle.” Fang Jifan said: “In that case, we will order the Siyang Commercial Bank to join the Ningbo Navy to send hundreds of ships to simply… make a large-scale return visit. These hundreds of ships must be brought back There need to be enough people, enough supplies and weapons, and it is best to bring more goods, so that Siyang Trading Company can be responsible.”

Emperor Hongzhi nodded.

This is an excellent opportunity. Once the return delegation arrives in the Northern Province, it will be like a nail stuck in the Northern Province. ,

Of course, the premise is that the nail must be strong enough.

Emperor Hongzhi said: “Who should take charge of this matter?”

He looked at the officials.

All the officials were silent.

To be honest, no ordinary person would be able to control so many ships and personnel for such a large-scale return visit.

What’s more, you still need to be independent overseas.

If you are not an official above the rank of minister, you are not qualified at all.

But the problem is that at the level of minister, most of them are old bones. Who can bear the pain of the bumps on the sea.

Besides, there are really not many people who have sailing experience and know the situation of Franconian aircraft.

All the officials were silent.

But at this moment, someone stood up and said, “Your Majesty, I am willing to go.”

Emperor Hongzhi looked up.

It was Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen is still young, and now he is just a bachelor’s degree in the Imperial Academy. He is noble enough, but…

Emperor Hongzhi saw this and looked at Fang Jifan.

It seems to be saying, this person… is your disciple.

But I heard Jiang Chen say: “Your Majesty, I have been teaching knowledge at Xishan Academy and studying history at the Hanlin Academy. Although I am not talented, I have been taught by my teacher. Although what I have learned is not perfect, the books in the Xishan Library are better than what I have learned.” I have read them all, and I am barely familiar with the customs, languages, navigation, ships, hydrology, and astronomy of various countries. I have been studying in these years, and this time I went to Francois. , I think that I need a knowledgeable person. Although I am not talented, I don’t dare to humiliate the teacher. I… want to give it a try. “

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Chapter 1.

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