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The Storm in the Late Ming Dynasty, Volume 12, Chapter 673: The Great Road Fails and the Sea Sails (1)

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    Yu Guozhen's opinion was very clear, which was to prohibit Jesuit priests from preaching in China.

    This news shocked Tang Ruowang. He originally thought that he would come to see Yu Guozhen this time to show him the unique features of Europa civilization, pointing out that his practical knowledge was also deeply influenced by Europa civilization, which would at least improve the church's situation in the East and gain Yu Guozhen's influence in the East.  Some degree of support.  But the result was counterproductive. Not only was Yu Guozhen not persuaded by him, but he turned the implicit restrictive policy into a more radical prohibitive policy!

    There is no doubt that Yu Guozhen has this strength.  Tang Ruowang had never seen a monarch in Europe who could rule such a large population and such a vast area like Yu Guozhen, and more importantly, he was so popular!

    "Why not?" Yu Guozhen still smiled.

    "It is because of the Lord's grace that you have been able to create this achievement. If you do this, the Lord's favor will leave you and your people will turn their backs on you"

    "Mr. Tang, don't scare me with your nonsense about divine punishment and divine punishment. You and I both know very well that if your god really has this ability, the first one to be punished should be the Pope. According to me,  As we know, there is a poet named Dante over there, but he has left a place in hell for the Pope and the cardinals."

    When Yu Guozhen said this, he smiled again, but his eyes became colder.  He thought of future generations. Whenever China encountered misfortune, some people who betrayed their ancestors would say that this was a "sentence from heaven." There were even crazy people who, in order to cater to the Western Yi, would shout, "This nation that does not believe in God is already guilty."  Five thousand years" curse.  Yu Guozhen is a very simple nationalist who abhors all acts of neglecting ancestors. In Yu Guozhen's view, the Chinese nation has continued to this day. Although it has suffered repeated setbacks from barbarians, it has always been able to persevere and usher in a new renaissance, which naturally proves that Chinese civilization  of progress.  It also naturally determines that the Chinese nation should be the unwavering leader of this world.  Yu Guozhen was not arrogant enough to believe that China must rule the entire world, nor was he crazy enough to believe that all other civilizations and nations needed to be wiped out. However, he firmly believed that leading mankind was the natural right and obligation of the Chinese nation.

    For many years, within the scope of East Asia, the Chinese nation has guided the surrounding countries and helped them transition from barbarism to civilization.  Leading them to resist various barbarian invasions is proven by history.

    Hearing that Yu Guozhen even mentioned Dante¡¯s name at random, Tang Ruowang¡¯s face turned even pale.

    "Moreover, because the priests of your religion did many illegal things when they were preaching, for example, there were many who helped the Spanish, Dutch and Portuguese to invade China, massacre overseas Chinese people, and rob Chinese people of their property.  It¡¯s the priests of your religion. This is true in Damuan Island, in Luzon, in Faxian City and Zhenghe City! Since your religion thinks that it is the master of the kings of Europe, the blame for this matter will naturally fall on it.  Your teacher. Mr. Tang, I think you are planning to return to Europa. You might as well say a word for me when you go back. Within ten years, our Chinese fleet will definitely reach Europa."

    There is no doubt that Yu Guozhen can do this!

    Tang Ruowang saw the steamship. When he came to Shanghai from Shaanxi this time, he first took a traditional hard sailing boat across the Yellow River to Anping Town, and then transferred to the train from Anping Town to Qingdao Port.  Then transfer to steamer to Shanghai.  The time spent on the front section of the Yellow River was actually twice as long as the time spent on the subsequent journey across the sea.  After experiencing firsthand the speed and efficiency of steamships.  Tang Ruowang could imagine that if dozens of such gunboats arrived in Europe ten years later, carrying well-equipped and well-trained Chinese soldiers, the European countries would not be able to compete with them even if they formed a coalition.

    At that time, it will be the most terrifying time for the church. Yu Guozhen, who is full of hatred for the church, will slaughter every believer he sees until their religion is eliminated.

    "Lord, is this the Doomsday Judgment? Is this God's thunder of destruction?" Tang Ruowang almost looked up to the sky and sighed.

    Seeing this scene, Chen Zilong smiled bitterly.

    Yu Guozhen is bluffing, there is no doubt that Chen Zilong can confirm this.  Yu Guozhen must have wanted to gain something from Tang Ruowang or their church, so he was so intimidating.

    Not to mention that it would be difficult to obtain the supplies needed by steamships traveling thousands of miles to Europe. From a purely profit perspective, what real benefit would it bring to China if Yu Guozhen went to Europe to show off his power abroad?  In Chen Zilong's view, Yu Guozhen did have some great achievements in domestic construction, such as building 500 miles of railways, 1,000 miles of hardened official roads, and several schools and hospitals every year. However, Yu Guozhen was not so concerned about going abroad to show off his power.  Much interest.  Just like now, there are almost a long queue of small countries coming to Xinxiang from all directions to pay tribute, but Yu Guozhen welcomes them to do business, and they also have to pay some "Union" to the Chinese Military Strategy Commission."United Nations dues", but it is definitely not like the emperors of the Ming Dynasty who allowed those small countries to take advantage of the tribute trade.

    Obviously, Yu Guozhen is interested in the countries of Europa again, but he has had conflicts with the Spanish, the Dutch, etc. before and has not had a good opportunity to extend his hand to Europa. Poor Tang Ruowang found Yu Guozhen at this time.  , but sending meat into the tiger's mouth.

    ¡°But Chen Zilong didn¡¯t intend to expose this matter.

    Chen Wozi was originally a smart man and a man with a certain vision of the world. Over the years, he had learned a lot in Qinzhou and developed a habit: when considering foreign affairs, he would give priority to whether it is in the interests of the Chinese nation.  .  Obviously, it is good for China that Yu Guozhen sets his sights on Europa. But for Chen Zilong himself, I feel that he is always more ruthless externally than internally.

    "Sir, what can we do to make youchange your mind?"

    After taking a deep breath, Tang Ruowang stared at Yu Guozhen, his eyes full of hope and begging.  He felt that every time he prayed to his Lord, he might not be as pious as he is now.

    "I generally don't change my decision unless you can convince me with something real, something real. Speaking of which, there is an old thing. Your Pope gave the entire earth to Spain without the consent of China.  In the "Preliminary Property Law" recently drafted by the Chinese Military Strategy Commission, the people and the Portuguese are considered infringements on the public property of our country, and therefore they must also make compensation for this."

    Yu Guozhen said with a smile again. This time, Tang Ruowang understood.  Tang Ruowang stood up.  Salute to Yu Guozhen: "Your Excellency, we are willing to make corresponding compensation. There is no doubt about this. I will definitely try my best to apply to the church. Please make a request for compensation."

    "In this case, I entrust Mr. Tang to return to Europe. I have several requirements. One of them is that the European countries must open their markets and allow Chinese goods to enter the European countries without any hindrance. If any country refuses, it will be  Enemies of the Church"

    Yu Guozhen¡¯s first request puzzled both Chen Zilong and Tang Ruowang.

    The two of him were people who had a lot of knowledge at this time, but did not expect.  The first request put forward by Yu Guozhen was neither to cede territory nor to pay compensation. It was actually just to open up trade!

    For Europa, this is not a bad thing. Almost all products in Europa are very poor. Europa has a desire for items from the East.  However, after Yu Guozhen drove away the Spanish and Dutch, trade between the two sides was currently only conducted through an entreport port of the Portuguese in Ceylon.  This severely restricts the entry of Chinese goods into the European market.  It also restricted the flow of gold, silver and other precious metals from Europe and the United States into China.

    "I will work hard for this."

    "Secondly, the Europeans are not civilized enough and still retain many barbaric customs. Especially a considerable part of the nobles are illiterate. This is very wrong In order to help the Europeans enter a truly civilized society, I will send some to Europe.  Scholars, these scholars must be treated with courtesy and protection in Europe. If they are harmed, the church and the lords of the harmed place must bear corresponding responsibilities!"

    Listen to this second condition.  Tang Ruowang and Chen Zilong both raised their heads and looked at Yu Guozhen.

    Yu Guozhen¡¯s condition is really ridiculous.  This is not a request to Europe, but a reward to Europe. This is completely inconsistent with Yu Guozhen's character!

    "Your Excellency, thisis this true?"

    After all, Tang Ruowang is a European. Although he came to the East with a heart dedicated to the Lord, he is also happy to bring something new and brilliant to Europe. For example, as Yu Guozhen said,  Bring civilization and progress to Europe.

    "Compared with China under Yu Guozhen's rule, Europe is indeed a dirty, chaotic and barbaric place.

    "That's natural. At the same time, we also accept scholars from European countries to study and visit in China, and the China Military Strategy Commission is willing to provide them with study and living conveniences."

    "If this is the case, will you agree to our missionary work in your country?"

    "In principle, I can accept it, but there are a few more points. First, your religion levies tithes in Europe. Therefore, the Chinese people who believe in your religion must also pay tithes. The Chinese Military Strategy Commission and the future Chinese government will  to collect it; secondly, the door must be open to diplomatic reciprocity, that is to say, wherever your church is located, all Chinese religions must be allowed to spread, such as Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism, and no organization or individual of your religion is allowed to  They are regarded as heretics and expelled. Considering that Chinese religions do not have the custom of collecting tithes, those who believe in Chinese religions do not need to pay any additional religious taxes."

    Just now Yu Guozhen released a sweet date to Tang RuoLook, now it¡¯s a small knock.  Tang Ruowang himself naturally had no power to decide this matter. He also saw that Yu Guozhen was still setting restrictions on his preaching, and was trying to find ways to infiltrate Europe - but with this level of infiltration, Tang Ruowang privately felt that the European countries  It will be accepted.

    After all, whether it is trade or sending scholars, Europa will have huge benefits.

    "I am willing to go back to Europe as your special envoy." After pondering for a long time, Tang Ruowang glanced at Bu Mige at first. Then he thought about it and realized that he was more familiar with the situation in China. There were some things that he could only explain when he went back.  Effect.

    "That's great. As a private sponsor, I will provide you with some travel expenses and travel convenience." Yu Guozhen smiled.

    Chen Zilong felt that Yu Guozhen's smile contained a strong sense of teasing.

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