For Venice, the river connecting the Mediterranean and the Red Sea was a golden seaway that could bring rich trade products to the Ming Dynasty. It was a river that strengthened Venice's commodity economy and accumulated wealth. But for the world, this is a river that determines the destiny of the East and the West.
Zhu Yunwen stared at the map. Once the "Suez Canal" is dug, the Ming Navy will station here and become the real controller of this river.
This is the throat of Europe, Central Asia, and Africa. If you control this place, you can control Africa to the west, influence Timurid, the overlord of Central Asia, to the east, and threaten all countries to the north.
The chokehold cannot be left undisputed.
Zhu Yunwen held the letter from King Ning and said in a deep voice: "Since the Mamluks and Venice have agreed to dig the river channel, there can be no more accidents in this matter. Tell Zheng He to add five ships to the westward fleet, specifically to carry trade. Pin went to the Red Sea and gave the most precious gifts to the Mamluks and Venetian nobles to show them peace and virtue."
Xu Huizu looked at Zhu Yunwen, and the corners of his mouth moved secretly.
The emperor has never been one to do business at a loss, and now he has sent five ships worth of trade goods at once, but he is asking for something in return.
This reward will naturally be to fully promote and ensure the progress of canal excavation.
What harmony and virtue are, they all serve the interests of the Ming Dynasty in occupying the river in the future.
Xu Huizu said: "Your Majesty, when the Timurid envoy arrives, he will definitely ask for firearms again. We can take this opportunity to reach an agreement. After evading it several times, it's time to give them an attitude. Harilian's method of marriage I've used it all. If I don't agree again, I'm afraid I'll get bruised.
His ambition to fight. "
Zhu Yunwen nodded slightly: "Prince Ning's idea coincides with mine. Supporting Timurid and guiding its western expedition is a major foreign strategy of the Ming Dynasty. It is also the key to weakening the West, destroying its civilization, and extinguishing its fire. For the sake of the Ming Dynasty, this matter needs to be done. Tell the Ministry of Rites to receive Harry’s marriage delegation with high standards.”
Xu Huizu took the order and left.
In Yangzhou City, spring flowers are blooming.
It's just that Sabina, who was staying in the hotel, couldn't appreciate the spring scenery. The warm sun shone on her body, but she still couldn't get rid of the coldness in her heart.
The most beloved brother Harry gave himself to Ming Dynasty.
Make peace!
Sabina had longed for her future, enjoyed having a mighty man as her husband, and then galloping on horseback, traveling across mountains and rivers, singing poetry, opening her arms in the sunrise, and waving her whip at sunset.
But now, everything is shattered.
The snow on the mountain is cold, and the river below the mountain is sad.
The undulating mountains are filled with pain, and the endless plains are covered with sorrow.
I had thought about resisting, wanted to go back and ask my brother Harry why he was doing this, why it was me, and I had thought about dying, so that it would be over!
But Qiu said that the marriage document had informed Ming that if he died or disappeared, Ming would conquer Timur's country for disrespect. By then, Samarkand would be in ruins and Harry would die. , no one can survive!
Sabina did not doubt Qiu's words. Grandpa Timur, who had rarely lost a battle in the world, led the most elite army to conquer the Ming Dynasty. As a result, after the Battle of Qamdura, the national power of Timur's country declined instantly for twenty years.
Countless elites disappeared, and even grandpa died.
The city walls of the Ming Dynasty were tall and the firearms of the Ming Dynasty were frightening.
There are countless businessmen running around here, countless people working hard, and studious children who start endorsing books before dawn...
This is a prosperous, stable and powerful country.
Sabina knew that only by sacrificing herself could she fulfill Harry and fulfill Timur's country. Her own destiny was no longer important compared to the country.
"Sun En, have you ever met the Ming Emperor? What kind of person was he?"
Sabina wiped the tears from her eyes and forced a smile.
If you go to see the Ming Emperor with a sad face, will you make him unhappy and bring disaster to Timur's country?
Sun En meets Sa
Bina finally thought about it, breathed a sigh of relief, and said seriously: "Beautiful and smart Princess Sabina, along the way, I have seen the prosperity and strength of the Ming Dynasty, which was largely brought about by the administration of Emperor Jianwen. I I came here several times as envoys and met this great emperor."
"Princess, don't doubt his greatness. For Ming Dynasty, he is the god in the hearts of countless people and the sun that shines brightly in the sky. Because of his existence, Ming Dynasty has today's prosperity. Above the canal The fleet of ships coming and going was the result of his promotion of business. The sound of reading aloud was the result of his promotion of literary education and forcibly ordering children to study. The Second Artillery Bureau was founded by him. The Ming army had more and more firearms and became more and more powerful. It’s him too…”
Sabina could not imagine that an emperor could do so many things and achieve remarkable achievements in twelve years.
Reverence appeared on Sun En's face, and he solemnly said: "Emperor Jianwen is
The greatest emperor I have ever seen in my life, this is not to deny Timur's greatness, but because of Emperor Jianwen, he not only won the war, but also won the hearts of the people. "
Sabina lowered her head.
Although I don’t know much about it, it is obvious that when my grandfather Timur was fighting in all directions, there were a lot of troubles within Timur’s country. Many people were unwilling to fight or kill. Some people who surrendered to my grandfather would rebel again from time to time. .
Grandpa relied on religion and belief to create a powerful army, but neglected the people at the bottom. After years of fighting, many hearts were separated with the demise of each family.
The war was won, and the people's morale was also dispersed a lot.
Sabina sometimes thought that if Harry had not owned the gold mine, adjusted the country's governance strategy in time, reduced the disturbance to the people, and chose to recuperate, I am afraid that the entire Timurid State would have fallen apart soon after the death of her grandfather.
There are very few kings or emperors who have conquered time and time again, won wars, and won the hearts and minds of the people. Those who can do this can be called great.
Sabina turned and walked towards the room and told Sun En: "Let the maid come over. I want to see the Emperor of Ming Dynasty in his most beautiful appearance. I hope he can agree to his brother's request and help the Timurid Kingdom become stronger again."
Sun En smiled and agreed repeatedly.
Qiu sat at the desk behind the window, flipping through Jianwen Newspaper. When he turned to an old Jianwen Newspaper and saw that the whole page was about "Gongshuqiao", he couldn't help but shook his head: "Trains, rails, craftsmen" !Teacher, the power of Ming Dynasty has exceeded the level we can understand. *** is right, even though knowledge is far away in China, we should still seek it. We
Wrong, Harry was wrong too. You should not come here looking for firearms, but for knowledge. "
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