"Zheng Zhilong is a very formidable opponent. If we don't take the opportunity to completely eliminate him, we may have to pay a greater price in the future."
Putmans was very dissatisfied with Zuo Hua's delayed attempt to persuade him to surrender.
What he wanted to do most was to cut off Zheng Zhilong's head and complete his revenge.
But obviously, Zuo Hua couldn't do what he wanted.
"You should know that our Xia Kingdom will complete the unification of China sooner or later. And in this process, we will face various opponents and various problems, which will require us to make great efforts. We will work hard to solve it. If we treat Zheng Zhilong well, it may save us a lot of trouble in the future. General Putmans, I hope you can understand."
Zuo Hua's frank words actually made Putmans a little embarrassed.
The Dutch East India Company had an ambassador in Jinan and therefore had a very detailed understanding of China.
Zuo Hua's considerations were undoubtedly comprehensive and prudent, far beyond his personal vendetta.
"I'm sorry, I'm too paranoid."
Putmans did a good job of keeping his emotions in check.
"General Zuo, do you think Zheng Zhilong will surrender?"
Zuo Hua is not really a womanizer.
"In any case, we have done our best. Even if Zheng Zhilong chooses to resist to the end, all the results are caused by himself, and no one can say anything."
Putmans understood Xia Jun's intentions, put down his impatience, and began to wait with peace of mind.
The next morning, a ship arrived from Batavia to Kinmen Island.
What Zuo Hua and Putmans didn't expect was that Anthony Van Diemen actually came hand in hand with Lu Guangzhai.
"General Zuo, the threat of the Zheng family is about to be eradicated, and this waterway will usher in its heyday. How to operate next, we, the Dutch East India Company, need to get Xia Guo's ideas."
A powerful force is about to be wiped out, and the void left will inevitably be filled quickly.
How to distribute the huge benefits hidden in the blank spaces is the main purpose of the war.
Anthony van Diemen was a very qualified politician who had the interests of the Netherlands in mind.
But Zuo Hua did not give a clear answer as to his intentions.
"I am just a soldier, and I will only follow the orders of the Xia Kingdom Central Committee. As for other aspects, I suggest Mr. Dimen go to Jinan. I believe that our Highness will give you a satisfactory answer."
Zuo Hua did not intend to get involved in government affairs, and he did not receive authorization from the central government.
Since he didn't understand the center's plan, how could he dare to take action rashly?
If it harms Xia Guo's interests, then the gain will outweigh the loss.
His answer left Anthony van Diemen unable to find any fault.
Even in the Netherlands, this is how it should be.
Seeing that the war here might be over soon, he did not dare to delay, and regardless of his fatigue, he rushed to Jinan all night and starry.
Anhai Town.
The night passed quickly, but Zheng Zhilong didn't sleep all night.
As a leader, he is responsible for the life and death of too many people, which can make people breathless at critical moments.
He understands that his choices will have many consequences.
"The conditions of the Xia Kingdom must be said to be tolerant enough, but you and I, our brothers, have been running around for so many years and have been defeated like this. We are really not willing to accept it!"
Without outsiders, Zheng Zhilong finally came to terms with his brothers.
It’s not that he refuses to surrender, he’s just afraid that if he surrenders, he’ll be a slave to others and I’ll be a piece of fish, and his current family fortune will not be preserved at all.
"I observe that Xia Guo's actions are quite orderly. Since Zuo Hua clearly stated the conditions, it stands to reason that he will not go back on his word."
There are many cases of pirates luring them to surrender and then killing them. After all, they are all a group of robbers, how can they have any integrity?
But as a country, Xia State, Zuo Hua also came up with written conditions to persuade him to surrender. If he kills again, he will break his trust in the world.
"What Xia Jun said, I'm not worried about them being deceitful. It's just you, what about your future?"
Zheng Zhilong made it more clear.
In fact, he also believed that Xia Guo would not get things done, and other people in the Zheng Group should be able to get a proper result.
Only their brothers will probably be imprisoned until death from now on, and will never see the light of day.
After all, no one in the world would dare to let these brothers escape control.
If it makes a comeback in the future, wouldn’t it mean endless troubles?
Zheng Hongkui thought more about it.
"Then Zuo Menggeng is sincere to Fusong. Maybe Xia Jun's persuasion to surrender has no other explanation."
Hearing him mention Zheng Chenggong, Zheng Zhilong was also a little surprised.
Previously, people from the Xia State Intelligence Department took a risk to rescue Zheng Chenggong, but did not put forward any conditions, which is not normal.
Now it seems that Zuo Menggeng really regards Zheng Chenggong as his nephew.
If there was such a relationship, Xia Guo would not kill their brothers.
Zheng Zhilong made up his mind.
"Third brother, fourth child, you set off immediately and rush back to Kinmen Island. You must ask Zuo Hua clearly how to arrange for our brothers. As long as it is not too much..."
He didn't finish his words, but Zheng Zhibao and Zheng Zhifeng already understood.
Under the pressure of the situation, Zheng Zhilong already had the idea of surrender.
He didn't ask for much, just to save his life.
The two finally got the confidence, and they were so excited that they set off immediately.
On Kinmen Island, Zuo Hua welcomed business representatives from Fujian.
"My dear Chen Ding, I am fortunate to have the trust of my colleagues from all walks of life to facilitate this trip. General Zuo, although the Fujian merchants used to be affiliated with the Zheng family, due to the situation, there is no other way. From now on, I will not dare to fight against the heavenly army. Resistance, please be aware of it."
The merchants in Fujian betrayed the Zheng family, which made Zuo Hua very happy.
"For a long time, the business community of Xia Kingdom has had many contacts with you, with mutual trust and mutual benefit, and it is prosperous. I am well aware of your sincerity and energy. Since you can abandon the darkness and turn to the light, the whole world will celebrate. Please rest assured that our Xia army has strict military discipline. From now on We don’t dare to disturb the people for no reason, let alone implicate innocent people. From now on, all major sea areas will be under the protection of our Xia Army, so just go about your business with peace of mind.”
Xia Jun's kind attitude inspired the Fujian businessmen.
Chen Ding was so busy that he forgot to ask: "I wonder how much the taxes and fees will be when the Xia Kingdom takes charge of the sea territory in the future?"
When the Zheng family controlled the waterway, each ship had a toll of two thousand taels a year. Everyone wanted to know how much Xia Guo would charge.
Zuo Hua still dares to guarantee this aspect.
"Taxation is the basis of national finance, and our country of Xia is no exception to this. As for how to collect it, the government will tell you. As for tolls, our country of Xia only wants business prosperity and smooth freight, and does not want to set up obstacles."
The Fujian merchants were shocked when they heard that Xia State controlled the main roads and did not collect tolls.
But at the same time, they also felt how necessary a country that supports business and trade is.
At that moment, Chen Ding and many Fujian businessmen expressed their loyalty to Zuo Hua.
"From now on, even though we are in the Ming Dynasty, if the Xia Kingdom has orders, we will go through fire and water without hesitation."
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