"As an alliance between our two countries, since my country has shouldered the important task of resisting the Ming army in advance, your country should at least allocate part of the food and grass supplies first. This request is not excessive, right?"
Hearing this, Tokugawa Iemitsu was about to nod his head, but fortunately, Matsudaira Nobutsuna, an old man, got there first and said, "This alliance still needs to be discussed. Let's discuss the rest later!"
Upon hearing this, Tokugawa Iemitsu came back to his senses. That’s right, I haven’t agreed to an alliance yet!
After thinking about this, I couldn't help but look at this treacherous Jurchen with a little annoyance. Why did I feel that he was as cunning as the Han people, and there was a trap in his words!
"Your country is surrounded by the sea. With the wisdom of the general, you naturally know that it is not a long-term solution." After hearing this, Fan Wencheng felt slightly disappointed and continued to persuade, "Although North Korea is mountainous, it is at least easier to live in." Island. My country is sincere and willing to give up Korea. The general can expand the territory and occupy Korea permanently without any effort. He is far more powerful than the previous Toyotomi General, enough to leave a name in the history and be remembered by the descendants of your country. respect!"
Anyway, when it comes to flattering, he is already very skilled at it, but now the target is different. Not to mention, after Tokugawa Iemitsu heard this, his anger towards him dissipated a lot.
Fan Wencheng, who had been observing, saw another change in Tokugawa Iemitsu's expression, and continued: "To be honest, compared to the Ming Dynasty, our Qing Dynasty was far behind in terms of firearms. This is also why our Qing Dynasty This is the reason why even though the Qing Dynasty invaded the capital of the Ming Dynasty four times and threatened the capital of the Ming Dynasty, it was ultimately unable to capture the capital. If the bravery of the Qing Dynasty, coupled with your country's firearms and, of course, the power of the navy, Then, the Ming Dynasty’s national destiny will definitely not last long!”
"Haha, why did I hear that you Jurchens suffered several defeats at the hands of the Ming army?" Matsudaira Nobutsuna suddenly smiled after hearing this, and then asked.
The Japanese carefully sneaked into North Korea, so they naturally caught Koreans and were able to ask some questions.
However, although the Japanese had sources of information, how could the captured Koreans know much information, and most of it was hearsay. But this does not prevent Matsudaira Nobutsuna from cheating.
When Fan Wencheng heard this, he couldn't help but turn his head to look at Ying Erdai. Looking back, he had to admit: "Yes, although the Qing Dynasty did have some rudeness, as I just said, the difference lies in firearms and water. Above the division. What I just said about entering the capital of the Ming Dynasty four times is absolutely true. I dare to swear to God. If the Ming Dynasty really had strong military strength, how could it be possible for our Qing soldiers to surround the Ming Dynasty? Where is the capital? If you don’t believe it, the general can immediately ask for the details of these four wars. I believe that with your country’s ability, you should be able to distinguish the true from the false.”
He did not tell lies. At least before the twelfth year of Chongzhen, he entered the pass four times and was invincible throughout the pass. This is also an iron-clad fact. That's why he dared to speak like this.
When Ying Erdai heard this, she couldn't help but admire Fan Wencheng's quick wit. She once again secretly praised His Highness the Regent for his wisdom and prowess. He has a keen eye to recognize a good slave!
Not to mention it, after hearing this, Tokugawa Iemitsu couldn't help but turn his head to look at his big brother Inoue Masashige. When it comes to asking for news, it's none other than Inoue Masashige.
Naturally, Inoue Masashige knew that the matter was of great importance. When he saw Tokugawa Iemitsu looking over, he immediately understood. He actually stood up in front of him and bowed to leave, apparently to verify the matter.
The duty of the daimatsu is to monitor the behavior of senior shogunate officials, especially the shogunate officials of daimyo. Although it is just a banner, it is treated like a daimyo. Observing words and deeds to check whether they are lying is one of his duties. Therefore, as soon as Inoue Masashige left the meeting hall, he immediately summoned his capable men and began to question the Jurchens separately.
Not long after, he returned to the meeting hall and nodded to Tokugawa Iemitsu.
When Tokugawa Iemitsu saw that the matter was of great importance, he found an excuse to take a rest. As for what he was going to do, Fan Wencheng also understood it and naturally had no objection.
Without outsiders around, Inoue Masashige reported to Tokugawa Iemitsu: "Shogun, when every Jurchen talks about these things, the details are consistent, even if they suddenly interrupt the conversation, change the question, etc., They are all the same. And their words and deeds are absolutely sincere and they are very proud of them. It must be true that the Jurchens invaded the Ming Dynasty four times."
Tokugawa Iemitsu still believed in his own words. When I heard it at this time, I couldn't help but be very excited.
To be honest, although he also coveted the mainland and the Ming Kingdom's territory, he was still a little worried about the Ming Kingdom's combat power. However, it was learned at this time that the Ming Dynasty was actually so vulnerable. If the Jurchen soldiers besieged the capital once, it was careless, but what about the second, third, and fourth times? Every time the Jurchens robbed so many people and materials, did the Ming Congress deliberately not want them?
At this time, Tokugawa Iemitsu had made up his mind and said to several of his close confidants: "This is an opportunity given by Amaterasu. You must not miss it!"
"Sir General, you can't believe what the Jurchens say. They must have encountered difficulties." Matsudaira Nobutsuna promptly reminded, "Otherwise, it would be impossible for them to come to the door. Next, Your Majesty the General, you don't need to come forward, just let your subordinates Go down and test a few things, ask about the real situation, and then form an alliance with him before it’s too late!”
He is a veteran of the shogunate. He usually handles government affairs on behalf of Tokugawa Iemitsu. He also has the ability to lead troops in wars and suppressed the sensational Shimabara Rebellion. In the original history, it was he who suppressed the Qing'an Rebellion that attempted to overthrow the shogunate. It can be said that this is a cunning guy.
Tokugawa Iemitsu naturally trusted his abilities. Therefore, the matter of forming an alliance with the Jurchens was left to him to implement.
Not to mention, Matsudaira Nobutsuna did not live up to Tokugawa Iemitsu's trust. Although they have already made a decision, they must capture North Korea, and they have been secretly preparing for this. But at this time, he acted unhurried, and in the end, Ying Erdai and Fan Wencheng couldn't sit still. After all, that bird in Liaodong is in urgent need of food and supplies.
So, after revealing some more facts, the two parties finally decided on the alliance. The main contents are as follows:
First, the two countries formed an alliance, with the Japanese as the elder brother and the Manchu as the younger brother. When Dorgon saw Tokugawa Iemitsu, he had to bow to him first; when Fulin saw the emperor, he had to bow to him first. In addition, the daughter of the Manchu regent was to marry Tokugawa Iemitsu's son and become a good friend of the Qin and Jin Dynasties.
Second, the Manchu Qing Dynasty wanted to block the Ming army in Liaodong and not allow the Ming army to attack North Korea from the land route. The Japanese side, on the other hand, supported the Manchu Qing Dynasty with grain and grass supplies and delivered them from the Ezo Sea.
Third, on the coastal side, the navy of the Ming Dynasty was handed over to the Japanese country. If the Ming army came from the sea, it had nothing to do with the Manchus. However, once the Ming Dynasty really launched a large-scale landing from the sea to attack North Korea, the Manchu Qing Dynasty must send troops to North Korea to assist the Japanese army in annihilating the Ming army.
Fourth, when the Japanese state has established a foothold in Korea, no later than two years later, the Japanese state must send troops to Liaodong to deal with the Ming army together with the Manchu Qing Dynasty.
Fifth, in the future, if the two countries join forces to conquer the Ming Dynasty, the Yellow River will be used as the boundary. The north of the Yellow River will belong to the Manchus and the Qing Dynasty; the south of the Yellow River will all belong to the Japanese country.
Sixth, the two countries will always be brothers and shall not attack each other for any reason.
This agreement is satisfactory to both parties.
For the Japanese country, Xianbai occupied the territory of North Korea and had a foothold, which was tantamount to taking advantage. On land, with the Jurchens blocking the Ming army, there would no longer be the situation where the Japanese army was attacked by the Ming army when their foothold in Korea was not stable. As for the Ming army coming by sea, the Japanese side already knew what the Denglai navy was in, so they were not worried at all. Furthermore, just in case, the Japanese side also had other plans.
They have two years to run Korea. The Tokugawa shogunate believes that by then, the food and fodder for the army can be provided on the spot, which can also make up for the inconvenience of having to transport food and fodder from Japan during the Toyotomi era, and lay a solid foundation for victory in the war. .
If the Ming Dynasty is conquered in the future, the colorful world of the Ming Dynasty and the most fertile places will be owned by the Japanese country. This is also a huge benefit.
Therefore, Tokugawa Iemitsu and others were very satisfied and began to prepare and provide food and grass supplies for Jianlu.
As for Ying Erdai and Fan Wencheng, their purpose of sending envoys to Japan had been achieved. Not only did it solve the serious short-term food shortage problem in the Qing Dynasty, but it also dragged the Japanese country into trouble. No matter how short the Japanese were, their firearms and navy were indeed urgently needed by the Qing Dynasty. If the two countries join forces, it may not be impossible to defeat the Ming Dynasty!
As for the regent's only daughter to be married to the Japanese country, after all, she was still young at this time, only seven years old. In name, it was decided that if the Qing Dynasty calmed down and regained its strength, it would not be a matter of a word to regret the marriage. . If the strength is not enough, I believe that as the regent is dedicated to serving the country, there is probably no problem.
To be honest, the Qing Dynasty really didn't care much about whether they should greet each other as brothers or sisters first. Are you crazy to care about these etiquettes when you are almost starving to death?
Ying'erdai had full authority to entrust Dorgon, so there was no need to go back to ask for instructions and pay for the matter, it was decided directly.
Afterwards, Ying Erdai immediately returned to Liaodong, reported the matter to Dorgon, and made corresponding preparations. Fan Wencheng, on the other hand, stayed in Edo as a deputy envoy and became a representative responsible for communicating with the Japanese at any time.
While Tokugawa Iemitsu was fully preparing for the war, there was also one thing that could not be ignored. It had to be resolved first before he could feel at ease. He even held a secret meeting to make some decisions for this purpose.
No, Zheng Zhibao is worrying in his own house. How should he send out the alliance between Jianlu and the Japanese? Or should he listen to the emperor and someone else will be responsible for sending the news, so he doesn't have to worry about it?
At this time, the doorman came to report again, saying that Matsudaira Nobutsuna, a veteran of the Tokugawa shogunate, came to the door in person and was waiting to meet him at the door.
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