When Zhu Youjian returned to the palace, Philip IV and others were having a simple dinner.

"Your Majesty, Madrid urges you to go back as soon as possible. Some people in the parliament are discussing the conquest of the Netherlands and are almost unable to control themselves."

"The Prime Minister has broken the head for financial affairs. The ministers are fighting for it, and they are shouting that they can't do things if they don't have money..."

"The treasure ship that came from Panama should have arrived three days ago, but it hasn't arrived yet, and may have been robbed by pirates again."

Some people gave Philip IV a cold face, mixed with anger.

Philip IV looked relaxed and said with a smile: "Our trade treaty with Ming has been reached. The finances next year are optimistic. We are enough to recover. This matter is only told to the Prime Minister and others keep it confidential."

The trade with the Ming Dynasty and the Thousand Ship Treaty was of great help to Spain, which not only eased the domestic fiscal crisis, but also responded to enemies such as the threatening Dutch and England overseas.

The few people who spoke just now nodded. They participated in the negotiations and knew the situation. If the next year goes well, it may bring tens of millions of silver to Spain!

For Spain, which is financially exhausted, it is hard to wait for a long drought to be rainy.

An official said: "Then, should the Prime Minister make some preparations, prepare what the Ming Dynasty wants, and form a larger fleet to ensure the safety of the route?"

"We are preparing to send a fleet to welcome you halfway and halfway through the second road." Philip IV said that in his opinion, Spain took a big advantage in his cooperation with the Ming Dynasty, and he was very proud.

"We ordered twenty medium ships, fifty small ships, a total of 500,000 taels, and a large number of firearms, together with porcelain, tea, etc., to be delivered to us in batches next year. The total amount of the first batch is about 2 million taels..."

"The first batch of food we gave to the Ming Dynasty will be worth about 2 million taels after June next year. Once we arrive at the designated port of the Ming Dynasty, he will pay us cash and escort half of the journey..."

"We are already deleting the base of the joint fleet, and the navy is already doing the relevant arrangements. For specific purposes, we will also send people to the Ming Dynasty to make a general plan. We can set everything before the end of next year..."

Philip IV was very satisfied and happier as they kept talking.

These things are good for Spain. They allow him to eliminate the current crisis, free up his hands to reform and deal with the enemies around him. In just five years, within less than three years, he will make Spain take off again and realize his former glory!

"Your Majesty, the Ming Dynasty seems unwilling to form an alliance. They do not want to be involved in the war." The Admiral said at the top of his voice.

Their negotiations with the Ming Dynasty were very smooth, but the "alliance" stagnated. The Ming Dynasty gave them the feeling that they were reluctant and only willing to trade and not war, which was not possible at all.

Philip IV ate something and did not speak immediately.

He also felt these, but he was more determined to bring the Ming Dynasty to his side.

The Ming Dynasty was too far away and could still contain the Ottoman Empire when necessary. This is natural and most suitable allies and must not be left out.

"Ju, where did you go?" Philip IV looked up at Okundo.

Okundo said with no expression on his face, "It is said that he is out of the palace for some breath and is almost back."

Philip IV wiped his mouth and said with a smile: "Tonight, I want to have a good talk with Zhu Hao."

Everyone didn't say anything. At this time, Queen Elizabeth walked over and said in confusion: "Zhu, I don't seem to like Mary very much. I haven't seen her again once and never mentioned it."

Mary, in her opinion, is already a rare beauty, and countless people in Madrid are fascinated by her.

Philip IV said: "I heard that the Orientals are different from us, and they should also see women in a different way. No matter what, I will talk to him at night."

Okundo then said, "Your Majesty, how should we do the joint military exercises of the Ming people?"

Philip IV touched his chin and said, "You must bring people there yourself, you must be grand. We need to shock some people."

Okundo said: "Yes!"

As soon as Zhu Youjian came back, he recruited Oboi and others.

Obai said: "Prince, father-in-law, the Spaniards are very firm in their attitude and must form an alliance, otherwise they will not let the other two treaties come into effect."

Li Yizao said: "Spanish officials hinted to the officials that if there was a war, we did not need to send troops to Europe. We just need to restrain the Ottoman Empire and do not need to participate in large-scale wars."

Zhu Youjian took a sip of tea, looked contemplative, and said, "The Spanish are so urgent, there must be other conspiracies hidden, so we must be cautious."

Feng Zhu thought for a while and said, "We can only discuss this matter first and then submit it to the emperor. The emperor decides. As for whether to renegotiate or sign it directly in the future, it is all a matter for the future. Let's give Spain a clear statement first and negotiate the general agreement."

This matter cannot be delayed without limit. They have more things to do and cannot be delayed.

The few people had no objection. They were reluctant to do this, but they couldn't make decisions. They could only fool around and wait for the future.

Zhu Youjian waited for a while and said, "We walked from land, crossed Madrid to Rome, Zheng Zhilong led a fleet to pass through the Strait of Gibraltar, and we met in Rome."

This was also a tacit understanding. Feng Zhu did not object and said, "Listen to the prince."

Zhu Youjian nodded lightly and continued: "I will go to see Philip IV later, and then finalize the big framework of the alliance. Tomorrow, the people in the cabinet will talk about the details. It will end within three days. In three days, we will set off for Rome and meet the Pope."

This was a planned plan. Everyone nodded silently and began to discuss some details.

If all the European key members can be concentrated in Rome, then many of their affairs can be solved in Rome. Although they still have to go to various countries, they can save a lot of things.

After some secret discussions, until it was dark, Philip IV came to personally invite Zhu Youjian to the banquet.

There were only two people on the dining table. After some protection and testing, Zhu Youjian said, "Your Majesty, I can promise you to try your best to convince Your Majesty in our country, but I hope Your Majesty can show more sincerity."

Philip IV looked at Zhu Youjian and pondered for a moment, saying, "I can make concessions on some things, including the price of food, the time of payment, and other commodities, but I hope there is a limit."

Zhu Youjian listened to Philip IV's words and said, "Your Majesty, you should know that the treaties we signed are not equal, and we are at a disadvantage. Your Majesty in our country may not be happy. These treaties will only come into effect after I return to Beijing and meet His Majesty."

Philip IV frowned. He used this to threaten Zhu Youjian, but now he is the other way around.
Chapter completed!