"How to use both soft and hard? How complicated the situation in the Southeast maritime situation? Let's talk about it!"

Zhu Youjian of course knew the complexity of this matter, so he did not immediately agree with Chen Qiyu's suggestion.

It is almost unwilling to solve the problem once and for all that the Zheng family and the forces on the sea surface of Fujian are willing to do so. Unless they have their own powerful navy, they will fundamentally solve this difficult problem.

What's more, I just made it public a few days ago that I would not settle the accounts after the autumn, but in a few days I would have to send troops to destroy others. This kind of slap in the face can be done by the ministers, but as the lord of a country, it is absolutely impossible.

If you lose the minimum credibility, how can you trust your ministers?

"According to the emperor, according to my knowledge, since Zheng's appointment as a vassal, his daily words and deeds have been regarded as a great-minded person in the Ming Dynasty. When he was with me, he was cautious in his words and actions, and was humble and courteous everywhere. He did not see any domineering behavior, and his intention to return home was very obvious. Therefore, when he implemented a strategy for opening up the sea, I suggest that it be better to use it as a soft man to Jinghai."

Zou Weilian first maintained Zheng Zhilong, which was the meaning of the question. Wen Tiren still looked silent. Chen Qiyu refused to comment, and Yang Sichang showed a hint of sneer on his lips.

Zhu Youjian nodded slightly and expressed his approval.

The Qianhu Office of the Jinyiwei stationed in Fuzhou regularly delivers information about Zheng Zhilong to the palace, and what Zou Weilian said is basically consistent with the information of the Jinyiwei.

Zheng Zhilong's behavior changed drastically. He rarely went out on weekdays, and most of the things on the sea were handed over to Zheng Zhibao. He himself enjoyed peace at home, mainly studying and practicing calligraphy, and specially hired the eldest son Zheng Sen (Zheng Chenggong), a famous local scholar in charge, in order to ensure that the eldest son who inherited his title in the future would be more like a nobleman of the Ming Dynasty.

In order to look more like a Ming nobleman, Zheng Zhilong often visits Zou Weilian and asks him for relevant etiquette so as not to do ridiculous things.

"Although the Zheng family controls the southeastern ocean and has tens of thousands of followers, most of them are involved because of the huge profits of maritime trade. The force has gradually become lazy. In addition to Jing Haibo and his brother, there are several elite navy forces in the name of this to intimidate others and protect their interests, there are other strong and powerful stocks that have own power.

As for the source of great profits of the Zheng family, this is something that everyone in the world knows, so the old minister will no longer state it.

What the old minister will talk about next is that the sea is not as strong as the 6th place. Our emperor and Ming government troops are stronger, but they are far beyond the reach of the sea. Even if Jing Haibo agrees with the strategy of opening the sea, other people will not agree. Once a large number of troops are sent to use the strength, they will run boats and flee to the sea. Not to mention the so-called comprehensive trade with the Netherlands, even the current situation will be difficult to maintain.

The ocean is vast and boundless, and there are countless islands of all sizes. If they do not obey the imperial orders, gather ships to hide everywhere, and use force to loot merchants to and from time to time, who will dare to trade with me?

The old minister thought that if this matter wanted to eliminate hidden dangers, it would still be implicated on Jing Haibo.

The emperor only needs to send troops to oppress Fujian and force Zheng to make a choice. Then he sends the imperial envoy to Fujian to interview Jinghaibo, explaining to him that the emperor has no intention of attacking him, and telling him that he has abandoned his children's love and abandoned his loyalty. Then there is something to do about this matter. This is the old minister's plan to use both soft and hard!"

Zou Weilian's words made others, including Zhu Youjian, fall into deep thought. Everyone was considering whether Zou Weilian's suggestion was feasible. Zhu Youjian had already agreed with the strategy proposed by the old minister. He was now considering who to send to Fujian to test and persuade Zheng Zhilong.

"There is no need to be rushing to accomplish this matter. I want to start from two places, and strengthening one's own strength is the key. It is necessary to make a blacksmith strong. Building a navy is an urgent step.

The matter of purchasing gunships discussed in the agreement with the Netherlands must be changed, and the original two were purchased into four, three of which were the latest gunships today. Chen Qing asked his special envoy to implement the matter of purchasing a ship or cooperating with the Ming Dynasty to build a factory as soon as possible. As for the requests submitted by the Netherlands, they are within the scope of acceptance!

Later, this agreement will be changed and handed over to the Sili Supervision Seal and will be officially signed!"

Opening the sea is imperative, which is related to the future and destiny of the Ming Dynasty, and it can benefit most people from opening the sea as soon as possible.

The court had enough money, and now the stalls that had been opened were able to obtain continuous investment.

Whether it is the comprehensive implementation of free or cheap medical treatment or the construction of more nursing homes throughout the Ming Dynasty, huge amounts of money will be used. It is unrealistic to pay these expenses by relying solely on the treasury, and the imperial power cannot exercise its rights and obligations that should belong to the government.

For the ambitious Zhu Youjian, the money needed is not only medical care and maintenance.

In the future, infrastructure construction will be launched on a large scale, roads throughout the country must be widened and leveled, bridges must be increased and improved, and water conservancy facilities in various places must be fully equipped. The funds needed by these places that require government investment will be astronomical, and only open source can completely solve the problem.

We must take the money that belongs to the country from some interest groups. Those gentry who are struggling to enjoy the glory and wealth of the Ming Dynasty for more than two hundred years should put away their greed. If there is someone who is ignorant of the times, let him be crushed and completely disappear from this world.

The food problem cannot be solved quickly. As long as the corresponding measures are deployed, the rest will be left to wait.

There are two major events facing Zhu Youjian now: reforming the military system and opening up the maritime ban.

One is spending money, and the other is earning money.

After the military system was reformed, the sea began immediately.

All the docks in Shanghai and Mingzhou will be taken over to the court. If anyone among the civil officials dares to stand up and oppose, they will immediately dismiss the post and go to the north to teach and educate.

This kind of punishment is actually more ruthless than killing people directly.

Officials who are used to being well-dressed in daily life suddenly fell into the same status and treatment as those of the untouchables they called. I believe that not many people can bear the taste of life being worse than death.

Of course, this does not mean that Zhu Youjian will not kill people. It depends on whether the other party's attitude is stubborn. If someone relies on the emperor's forbearance and the protection of his accomplices for many years, he feels that God is the second, and I am the first, then let you see who is the boss.

The gun is in the hand, and it is specialized in treating all kinds of dissatisfaction.

Zhu Youjian has now lost patience with Jiangnan interest groups.

Some people just don’t cry until they see the coffin, don’t hit the wall or look back. They still stay in the traditional thinking that the emperor and the court have to avoid obediently, without knowing that the world has undergone a huge change.

A soul from later generations has seen through their hypocritical faces and recognized their true faces. If these people do not follow the trend and change their thinking, the ending will not be too wonderful.

The day after the Zhaoren Palace held an interview, the Dutch envoy was allowed to meet and was given a portrait of Zhu Youjian and other gifts for rebate. The Spanish mission did not receive such treatment, which made Etro even more angry and the willingness to urge the government to send troops to attack the Ming Dynasty was even stronger.

On the third day, the Dutch mission, who pretended to have nothing, and together with the Spanish mission that suffered humiliation, brought various items purchased in the capital market these days. Accompanied by officials from the Honglu Temple, they left the capital and went to Tianjin Wharf. They would return to Europe on their own ships after returning to Fujian.

However, they will stop by Manila midway and replenish fresh water and food locally. The Dutch mission will request a meeting with the Spanish Governor to the Philippines to exchange views and opinions on the results of this visit in order to obtain consensus in some aspects, including joint troops to the Far East, etc.

This is a request made by Zhu Youjian to Chen Qiyu to the Netherlands, the purpose is to allow the Dutch to wait for an opportunity to obtain the situation chart of Spanish troops stationed in the Philippines, so as to make full preparations for a surprise attack on Manila in the future.
Chapter completed!