The couple sat down again. Zhu Jinghong was about to talk about the current situation, but Baochai asked: "I heard... you are interfering with Yingchun's marriage?"
This is not the case. It's very private, and it's not surprising that Baochai found out.
What's more, Zhu Jinghong had no intention of hiding Baochai.
"Deng An brought it up!" Zhu Jinghong replied.
Hearing that Zhu Jinghong meant to evade, Baochai smiled and said: "Don't worry too much, I mean... If you really like her, I will tell the princess, and the Jia family will take the girl away." Sent to you!"
This is indeed feasible, but after some thought, Zhu Jinghong shook his head unexpectedly.
"What?" Baochai was confused.
"The situation is different now. I will gradually separate from the prince and then set up my own business!" Zhu Jinghong replied softly.
"So...if his relationship is used to facilitate this matter, doesn't it mean that we still want to unite?"
Picking up the tea cup, Zhu Jinghong continued: "I have been suppressed by the old man one after another. After spending so much time in the mansion, people think that I have collapsed... If I join forces with Lao Si again, won't I be attacked again?"
After hearing these words, Baochai also I didn’t say any more, as long as my man had his own ideas.
Of course she also knew that Zhu Jinghong said not to use the relationship with the prince to facilitate this matter, but he did not say not to accept Yingchun into the house.
Obviously, Zhu Jinghong is determined to win the Spring Festival.
At this moment, Baochai suddenly laughed again, which made Zhu Jinghong feel baffled.
"Why is the princess laughing?" Zhu Jinghong asked.
"I'm laughing..."
Baochai gave in and saw that Zhu Jinghong was becoming more and more curious, so she laughed even harder.
"According to your statement, doesn't it mean that even I, the princess, should be abolished? After all, I am the cousin of the crown princess!"
Hearing this, Zhu Jinghong immediately He stood up, walked towards Baochai and picked him up.
"You...what are you doing!" Baochai grabbed Zhu Jinghong's lapel and asked in a panic.
It was broad daylight, and as a dignified princess, she was really embarrassed to do this.
"I guess you are a spy sent by the East Palace, so I have to punish you!" Zhu Jinghong said seriously.
"Not now..."
"As long as I say yes!"
While the two of them were flirting, a sound suddenly came from outside. Voice: "Sister...brother-in-law, what are you..."
Very few people in Zhu Jinghong's residence can enter without asking for permission, not even Yang Jingting, who is the concubine, but Bao Qin is one of the exceptions.
At this moment, Bao Qin saw something he shouldn't have seen, which made Bao Qin very embarrassed at this moment, even more embarrassing than Zhu Jinghong and his wife.
Baochai struggled down, then pushed Zhu Jinghong away, straightened his clothes and then said seriously: "Baoqin, why are you here!"
"Sister, you forgot, we made an appointment to go see the flowers, and you asked me to come over right now!" Baoqin felt particularly aggrieved.
"Okay, let's go enjoy the flowers!" Baochai remained serious, as if what just happened didn't happen.
"Brother-in-law, then... let's go!" Baoqin looked at Zhu Jinghong aside, she was afraid of ruining other people's good things.
Baochai took Baoqin and walked out and said, "Let's go enjoy the flowers. It's none of his business!"
After the two left, Zhu Jinghong just smiled. Laugh, and then choose to continue practicing calligraphy.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye, and the planned negotiation time arrived. Zhu Jinghong received the news that day. Rui Wang Zhu Jingyuan also participated in the negotiation and was the main person in charge of the negotiation.
This actually made Zhu Jinghong not very happy, thinking that the emperor’s father did not believe in him.
Although he was depressed, he still had to go, so Zhu Jinghong got up early in the morning.
Several eunuchs served Zhu Jinghong to dress. When he was done dressing, Deng An came over, so Yu Hai asked everyone to leave.
Sitting on the chair, Zhu Jinghong took off the Yishan crown he was wearing, handed it to Yu Haihou and asked: "What's the matter?"
"My lord, I have been caught. Li Wenzhao is currently interrogating!"
Knowing what Deng An said, Zhu Jinghong asked directly: "Is it clean?"
"Li Wenzhao said it is absolutely foolproof!" replied.
It was Li Wenzhao who said it was foolproof, and it had nothing to do with Deng An. After all, he was just the person in charge of delivering the message.
"Yes!" Zhu Jinghong nodded.
The confidant eunuch of King Zhu Jingrun of Guangyang, and a person who specializes in doing dirty work, is very likely to ask something.
According to the professional methods of people like Li Wenzhao, it is expected that if this eunuch cannot survive the first day, he will tell everything he knows.
"Pay close attention to this matter, but don't get involved!" Zhu Jinghong ordered.
"Yes!"
After Deng An saluted and left, Zhu Jinghong looked at Yu Hai again and asked: "The princess and the others should be here too, right?"
"It's been almost an hour since we set off at Chenshi. It's almost here if we think about it!" Yu Hai replied.
The so-called excitement was because he felt that he had lived in the palace for too long, so Zhu Jinghong planned to change places and move to a separate courtyard outside the city.
Yesterday, he requested the emperor to leave the city for recuperation on the grounds of physical discomfort, and was approved smoothly.
Looking at the sky outside, Zhu Jinghong stood up and said: "It's time to go!"
The negotiation location was at the Ministry of Rites. When Zhu Jinghong arrived at the scene, Zhu Jingyuan and two officials from the Ministry of Rites Already in place, drinking tea in a side hall.
"Hey... the thirteenth brother is here!"
After meeting Zhu Jingyuan, Zhu Jinghongfang said: "Sixth brother, tell me what he thinks, with you here. I'm the boss here, why bother letting meCome and cause trouble! "
At this time, two officials from the Ministry of Rites also came to see the gift, and Zhu Jinghong bowed his hands in return.
Indicating Zhu Jinghong to sit down next to him, Zhu Jingyuan then asked: "I heard Are you sick? ”
“I’ve fallen into an old habit. Maybe I’ve stayed in the house for too long, so I plan to live outside the city for a while!” "
Nodding, Zhu Jingyuan sighed: "You are fighting for the Ming Dynasty and that's why you get these strange diseases. The court is ashamed of you! ”
At this moment, Zhu Jingyuan is speaking on behalf of the imperial court, which shows that he has changed his identity.
After all, now, he, Zhu Jingyuan, can also participate in such military and national affairs and become the person directly responsible.
"Since the children and grandchildren of the Zhu family enjoy honor and serve the country, it is their duty! "Zhu Jinghong replied.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Jingyuan continued: "I heard that Master Miaoyu who lives in the East Palace is curing your disease? ”
Lao Liu suddenly mentioned Miaoyu, which made Zhu Jinghong immediately alert, because he knew that Lao Liu himself knew Miaoyu’s identity.
Seeing that Zhu Jinghong did not answer, Zhu Jingyuan turned around He turned around and asked, "Is the rumor wrong? ”
“It does have some effect! "Zhu Jinghong replied with a smile.
At this time Zhu Jingyuan also laughed, and after getting closer, he said: "In this case, you should invite Master Miaoyu over, so that you can recover faster! "
This guy knows that Miaoyu is a traitor to the White Lotus Sect, and he wants to send this person to his house. Zhu Jinghong knows very well what the sixth man is thinking.
It's just, Zhu Jinghong is not worried about this. After all, the prince is wrong and has nothing to do with his younger brother.
Strictly speaking, he is also a victim.
"Thank you Liu. Brother, I know! "Zhu Jinghong is also laughing.
Lao Liu is bringing trouble to him, which is immoral in itself, so Zhu Jinghong will also plot against Lao Liu.
Next , the two brothers chatted for a while, and did not go out together until the negotiation began.
The negotiation was in a hall, and the positions were divided into north and south. The Spaniards were arranged in the south.
Southern is a guest or a follower, but these people don’t care much about these things, so they sit calmly at this moment.
After everyone sat down, after a brief polite conversation, the negotiation officially started. .
Zhu Jingyuan refuted the conditions proposed by the Spaniards, but these foreigners were not angry, but explained the matter with their own reasons.
Zhu Jinghong listened for a long time and felt that there was no meaning at all.
As for Zhu Jingyuan, he worked with two officials from the Ministry of Rites to expose the Spanish's evil intentions one by one. p>
"Well, since you still doubt our sincerity, we are willing to take another step back! ”
The speaker was the Spanish envoy, and the translator called him General Simon.
"How to take a step back?" Zhu Jingyuan asked.
He originally thought that the Spaniards would not give in, so he did not expect to achieve results today. Now Simon's words surprised Zhu Jingyuan.
"First, we can only have a few ports in Luzon without occupying a large area of its territory!"
Of course, this is only temporary. When the situation in Europe eases, the king can Send more fleets over, and the so-called treaty can be torn up directly.
This current situation also confirms the old saying that Western powers will not be reasonable wherever things can be unreasonable. If they are reasonable, they will basically be forced to do so.
The situation in the West is tense at the moment. The Spanish fleet in Luzon has an advantage but not much. It can be understood that concessions are forced at the moment.
After hearing this, Zhu Jingyuan's expression remained unchanged, but he felt something interesting in his heart. At least his side's negotiations had made progress.
"Second, we can lease the small islands off the coast of the Ming Dynasty, and we can negotiate any amount of money!"
If it is just a lease, even if it is not a loss of power and humiliation of the country, it is not impossible. Discuss... Zhu Jingyuan thought to himself.
"Third, we are willing to sell warships to the Ming Dynasty at a price of 50% of the market price!"
The sale of warships can definitely be regarded as a large-scale transaction. Buying and selling at a successful price is a huge profit for Ming Dynasty.
"Moreover, we can send people to help the Ming Dynasty train its navy, and we can form a joint fleet to destroy the pirates together and maintain the smooth flow of maritime trade!"
Zhu Jingyuan was already moved, At this moment, he was completely tempted and even wanted to agree directly.
But he also knew that the only person with the right to make the decision on this matter was his emperor father, and it was not his turn to make the decision now.
Old Simon saw that Zhu Jingyuan was tempted, so his expression softened, and then he said with a smile: "We in Spain love peace and are very willing to live in harmony with the Ming Dynasty..."
" We made a lot of concessions under the conditions just now. These are all surprises we have prepared for our friends!"
When the translator said the word "surprise", Zhu Jingyuan suddenly laughed. He thought this word was very appropriate.
What a surprising surprise. Today he has exceeded the task. The old man will be happy to achieve such results.
However, at this time, Zhu Jinghong, who was sitting next to him without saying a word, finally couldn't help it after hearing the word "surprise".
Just when Zhu Jingyuan was about to say a few words to ease the atmosphere, he saw Zhu Jinghong tapping the table with his fingers, then looking at the translator beside him and saying, "Tell him..."
< p>When he said the word "him", Zhu Jinghong pointed to Simon opposite. At this moment, the latter was also deeply surprised by the changes in front of him.Of course, this General Simon, or Marquis Simon, is actually no stranger to Zhu Jinghong.
He has been stationed in the East all year round and knows a lot about the Ming Dynasty, so he knows Zhu Jinghong who has soared into the sky.
When he came to the capital this time, Simon even thought about meeting Zhu Jinghong to discuss his views and opinions on the war.
It’s just that Zhu Jinghong is confined at home, and the negotiations are not going well, so the visit he imagined cannot take place.
Unexpectedly, Zhu Jinghong arrived at the scene today, which made Simon actually happy.
Although Zhu Jinghong didn’t speak during the whole process, Simon also paid attention to him from time to time.
Did he see something? Simon thought secretly in his heart.
While Simon was thinking, Zhu Jinghong ordered the translator: "Ask him to explain, what is a surprise?"
This question is very strange, the meaning of surprise itself is already obvious, Wouldn't it be troublesome to ask someone to explain again?
"Your Highness, the so-called surprise..."
The translator was about to explain, but heard Zhu Jinghong say in an angry tone: "You let him explain, what exactly is a surprise! "
"Thirteenth brother, please don't be rude..." Zhu Jingyuan couldn't help but speak at this moment. He couldn't let Zhu Jinghong ruin the situation.
Zhu Jinghong ignored him directly, but slapped the table and scolded: "Let this old guy say for himself, what the hell is a surprise!"
Zhu Jinghong's words, Although the Ming translator did not relay it, the Spanish translator had already translated it, letting Simon know what Zhu Jinghong said.
"Your Highness, the so-called surprise is that based on the principle of harmonious coexistence, our country is willing to work with the Ming Dynasty to stabilize the sea and jointly promote the prosperity of maritime trade..."
"To this end, We are willing to help the Ming Dynasty defend the sea, we are willing to help you train your army, and we are willing to sell you warships at very low prices."
Hearing these sugar-coated cannonballs, Zhu Jinghong just wanted to laugh, secretly thinking that this old guy is still here! cheat.
He patted the table again, and after Simon stopped, Zhu Jinghong stared at him directly and said: "General Simon, you have said so much, but you still haven't answered my question directly!"
p>Hearing Zhu Jinghong say this again, Zhu Jingyuan on the side only thought that this guy was looking for trouble, with the purpose of destroying the results he had negotiated.
We can't let him do whatever he wants... Zhu Jingyuan thought to himself.
While he was thinking, Zhu Jinghong had clearly pointed out his doubts: "Just tell me directly, what does it mean to only occupy a few ports in Luzon, what does it mean to lease our sea lanes, and what does it mean to help us?" Jianshui division fights pirates!"
Understanding that Zhu Jinghong had seen the secret, Simon secretly praised that it was indeed well-deserved, but now was not the time to appreciate each other.
At this time, he ignored Zhu Jinghong at all, but looked at Zhu Jingyuan aside, and said very sincerely: "This is a huge concession for us, just to live in harmony with Ming Dynasty. We are all peace-loving. A good man!"
"We also hope that His Majesty Prince Rui can convey our goodwill to His Majesty the Emperor. We very much look forward to becoming friends with Daming!"
Zhu Jingyuan smiled, He replied: "Okay... I will convey your conditions to His Majesty, and I myself look forward to communicating with you."We live in harmony! ”
“Very good, we enjoy working together! "Simon answered with a smile.
Zhu Jingyuan then said: "Well... that's it for today, we will discuss the rest at another time! ”
Ever since, this negotiation has ended, and everyone present except Zhu Jinghong is very happy.
After Simon and others left, Zhu Jingyuan finally turned to Zhu Jinghong and faced him. Dai dissatisfied and said: "Thirteenth brother, you went too far just now! "
"Sixth brother, they have evil intentions! " Zhu Jinghong said calmly.
"They have already given in and we have taken advantage. Why can't we let others take advantage? There are no such good things in the world! ”
“The first is to attack the enemy with troops, the second is to attack the enemy, and the second is to attack the city... You are used to fighting, so it’s normal not to know these principles! ”
Seeing that Zhu Jingyuan was so proud, Zhu Jinghong didn’t even bother to argue with him, so he simply stopped talking.
Watching Lao Liu leave, Zhu Jinghong could imagine that this guy would have trouble in a while How embarrassing.
Old Liu, you are really asking for trouble... Looking at Zhu Jingyuan's leaving back, Zhu Jinghong sighed.
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