It’s okay to cede? It sounds light and uncovered. Although Su Sha’s face was as normal, his ability was a thump. It was obvious that the other party showed that his attitude towards Maputo Port was bound to win!

Soon, he calmed down. The Portuguese people were weak and could not compete with the Qing Dynasty, but Britain would never tolerate the Qing Dynasty extending its hands to South Africa. Besides, the Qing Dynasty made enemies everywhere in Europe. Britain, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, and even Tsarist Russia and the Qing Dynasty had rifts.

He believed that European countries led by England and Gillia would definitely not tolerate Yuan Qi to take the hand god to South Africa or even Africa. Thinking of this, he said in a humble and arrogant manner: "I'm sorry, Your Highness, I can't do anything about this."

He glanced at him and said without any rush; "Maputo is now only nominally your country, but in fact it has been controlled by the Ngoni people of Mozambique. To be precise, it is under the control of the Gaza Federation, not only Maputo, but the entire south of the Zambezi River to the port of Maputo are under the control of the Gaza Federation.

In addition, the Shona people in the Manika Plateau are also rioting frequently in the middle of Mozambique. If our country intervenes heavily at this time, what will happen? Or, what will happen if our country actively supports the Ngoni and the Shona people?"

After hearing that the other party knew the situation in Mozambique so much, Susha's face turned pale. If the Qing Dynasty strongly supported the rebellion in Mozambique, the consequences would be unimaginable, and Portugal would even be in danger of losing Mozambique!

"My country does not mind destroying the Gaza Federation and occupying the land south of the Zambesi River." Yi Zhizu continued: "In the long-term friendly and cooperative relationship between us, we respect your country's nominal rule over Mozambique.

If your country agrees to sell land south of the Zambési River, our country can help you eliminate the rebellion of the Shona people, and ensure your rule north of the Zambési River, and even help your country expand to Zimbabwe or Tanzania."

After hearing this, Susha was deeply moved. If this is the case, it would be a good thing for Portugal. Not only would it sell the land south of the Zambezi River to a good price, but it would also get the assistance of the Qing Dynasty to eliminate the rebellion of the Shona people and expand to the west and north.

He could naturally see that the other party's move was a kind and powerful force. If he did not agree, Portugal would not only make a feud with the Qing Dynasty, but could even lose the entire Mozambique. However, if he really wanted to sell the land south of the Zambezi River to the Qing Dynasty, it would be equivalent to allowing the Qing Dynasty to gain a foothold in South Africa, and this move might offend the British.

After pondering for a moment, he spoke: "Your Highness, the British should not agree to our country to sell land south of the Zambezi River to your country..."

Zhao Liewen, who had never said anything, said: "Your country is afraid of the British. Are you not afraid of our Qing Empire? The secret signing of the contract has led to a fait accompli. The British will not send troops to conquer your country? But our country will inevitably send troops to conquer Mozambique.

By then, your country will inevitably be trapped in a dilemma between the two empires of the East and the West. Also, if we really reach that point, our country will take back Macau without hesitation and cut off trade with you!"

Yi Zhizu continued: "In addition, let me know your country again that the main fleet of our Nanyang Navy has set sail from Groba to Mozambique. I hope you can report to your emperor as soon as possible."

After hearing that the main fleet of the Nanyang Navy had already gone to Mozambique, Susha immediately became anxious. Knowing that there was no room for discussion on this matter, he quickly stood up and said, "Your Highness, I must report this matter to His Majesty the King of our country as soon as possible."

Looking at Su Sha's hurriedly leaving, Zhao Liewen chuckled and said, "The shopkeeper is so scheming. I wonder what the Portuguese king would choose?"

"Is I was not allowed to choose." Yi said confidently: "Portugal cannot tolerate cutting off trade with our country, nor can it bear the loss of Mozambique, nor dare to get involved in the war between the two empires of the East and the West. Staying out of the matter is Portugal's wisest choice."

After pondering for a moment, Zhao Liewencai said: "Since you have gained a foothold in Mozambique, why not expand with the trend and annex Orange and Transvaal."

"The gold mine in Transvaal cannot be concealed. If we really annex Orange and Transvaal, we will inevitably have a fierce battle with the British in South Africa, and we cannot make any mistakes." Yi Zhizu shook his head slowly, "It is best to support the Boers behind the scenes and let the Boers fight against the British."

He knew better than anyone that African colonies could not be preserved at all. Since this is the case, why bother to expand in Africa? Moreover, in the following decades, European powers would set off a climax of dividing Africa, and the Qing Dynasty did not need to intervene.

As for the gold mines in Transvaal, annexation is the worst strategy, and supporting the independence of the Boers is the best strategy. Only in this way can we monopolize the mining rights of the gold mines in Transvaal for a long time.

Four days later, Susha received a telegram from the country, agreeing to sell the land south of the Zambezi River for a price of 3 million to 5 million silver dollars. Seeing this price, he couldn't help but secretly complained that it was so big that he actually offered to pay 3 or 5 million silver dollars. The reason why the Qing Dynasty proposed to buy was just to save a little decent amount for Portugal.

To Susha's surprise, Yi Zhizu agreed very readily to purchase the territory south of the Zambezi River to Maputo for three million silver dollars. The two parties immediately signed the contract that had been drafted long ago. Of course, the peace agreement officially came into effect and had to be signed by Emperor Qixiang of the Qing Dynasty and King Yis I of Portugal.

When the peace agreement was delivered to the capital, Prince Gong Yi keenly realized that it was absolutely not that easy for Yuanqi to buy land in Africa. He immediately sent someone to call the assistant minister Wu Changqing. When he entered the room to greet him, he handed over the peace agreement and said, "What is the purpose of King Zhennan buying this territory from the Portuguese?"

After reading the peace agreement, Wu Changqing said slowly: "I don't know the whole story. Why don't you ask the big country by phone?"

"It's good to ask." Yi He said first: "South Africa is the British sphere of influence..."

Soon, Wu Changqing returned and said, "Zhennan King Road, keep this matter confidential in advance, and the truth will be informed one month later. The peace agreement must be signed as soon as possible."

Even they had to hide this from it? Yi felt a little frustrated. He didn't know what Yi Zhizu planned. The expansion of the northwest ended and he had the idea of ​​South Africa. He really thought that English is a clay man? Besides, even the clay man still had a lot of anger. He really wanted to fight with English, which is probably a big impact on the implementation of constitutionalism.

Seeing that he didn't say anything, Wu Changqing whispered: "Your Majesty, you don't need to worry. The King of Zhennan is not a wise man who is ignorant. This move must have a profound meaning."

This is true. If no one understands the situation in the West and is as easy as he can be content, why bother to worry about the world? Yi said softly: "Send it to the palace."

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