Mazarin was not a fool. He was one of the best politicians and diplomats of this era, so he could inherit Richelieu's mantle and continue to lead France to strength.
Ten million Chinese immigrants are impossible, but as long as one hundred thousand immigrants, it will be enough to pose a fatal threat to the future of France. At that time, France will only come forward to organize the Xiaxia Alliance to drive the Chinese forces out of Europe.
But thinking about the strength of the Chinese navy, Mazaran knew very well that even if France could do this, it would have to pay a heavy price. In this case, it would be better to sacrifice England in exchange for twenty years of peace. In twenty years, Europa's own steam-armored battleships should also be able to form combat effectiveness.
"This is the armored battleship."
With a murmur, Mazaran stepped up and started to step onto the gangway with the help of his attendants.
Out of diplomatic etiquette, Ma Shiying greeted him at the dock. After seeing him trembling and struggling to board the Huaqing, Ma Shiying followed him.
The envoys from other countries such as Spain, Portugal and Sweden have already arrived.
Xu Zhong and Ma Shiying planned this meeting for more than a month. During this more than a month, although the Huaqing did not go into battle, other Chinese warships attacked the coast of England several times and sunk seventeen English warships. , and he maintains a record of zero casualties. England also tried to fight back, sending fleets and even spies to attack the Chinese fleet base camp in Lisbon, resulting in the sinking of an auxiliary ship.
The gap in strength between the two sides is too obvious, which dispels the final wavering of the European countries. After all, everyone is willing to stand on the side of the winner rather than be ranked with the loser.
"This must be Bishop Mazarin. When I was still in China, I heard Mr. d'Artagnan say that you are the leading wise man in Europe. It is really an honor for me to see you on the Huaqing."
Mazaran had just stood on the deck. Before he could take a closer look at his surroundings, he came face to face with a man wearing a Chinese dress and greeted him with a smile. When Mazaran saw that the other party was so young, he was slightly frightened.
He had long heard that China¡¯s foreign minister was a very difficult person to deal with, but he didn¡¯t expect that he was so young. I heard that the emperor of the Huaxia Kingdom was only about forty years old. He was in the prime of life and full of energy. This distant Huaxia Kingdom was really full of talents.
It seems that it is necessary to reflect on France¡¯s institutional problems. Perhaps the large-scale introduction of scholars from China can change the French system?
"Your Excellency, Minister, I am honored to meet you." Mazaran exchanged greetings with many people.
Envoys from other countries came forward one after another to pay tribute. When they gathered together, Huang Zongxi and Niu Rui stood on another ship and looked towards this side.
They will leave Europa and return to China.
"Ma Yaocao, if you have done such a good job, you will definitely be promoted after you go back, right?"
Seeing that the people on the Huaqing entered the cabin, and only Ma Shiying boarded the ship with an entourage, Huang Zongxi couldn't help but sneered.
"Huang Taichong, I am getting old. I know that not leaving the barbarian camp and not knowing how to advance or retreat is the way to disaster. Therefore, after returning to the court, I don't want to hold any real position anymore."
Huang Zongxi didn't believe Ma Shiying's words at all. The older this old man got, the stronger his desire for power would become. He would give up high-ranking officials and show his wealth, and dogs would not eat shit.
"I heard that you, Ma Yaocao, wrote a letter last time you returned to China and published it on the Universal Daily. You said that you wanted to extend the age of retirement from sixty to sixty-five. The reason is that if you don't do this, I, as a senior citizen of China, will The matter cannot be solved." Huang Zongxi sneered.
This is a public case in the past two years. Due to large-scale construction, the funds of the Chinese court have been somewhat tight in recent years. However, in order to calm people's hearts, Yu Guozhen strongly advocated that all Chinese officials, workers and scholars, who do not have land, , as long as you have been registered to work in China for twenty years and reach the age of sixty, you can receive a "severance payment". The amount of money is not much at the beginning, and it is not even enough to fully support one person's livelihood, but this payment still allows China The imperial court was burdened with a considerable burden. After Ma Shiying understood this situation, he thought that Yu Guozhen had exceeded his promise when he said this. At this time, it was difficult to recover. He was an eunuch who always ignored his reputation and only wanted to be in the favor of his superiors. Therefore, he publicly suggested that this The age for pension payment was extended from sixty to sixty-five.
Of course, he was criticized by Yu Guozhen without mentioning his name. Huang Zongxi still remembers Yu Guozhen's original words: As an official, supported by nobles and well-paid people, and holding power in his hands, he naturally hopes to retire as late as possible, preferably when he dies. Just let go. However, those people worked hard all day long, bearing not only the country's taxes, but also the country's military service and corvee. Finally, when they got old, they wanted to live out their old age in peace, but even this right was taken away.Those who argue, if they have no ulterior motive, are completely inhumane.
This criticism was so serious that Ma Shiying was really in panic all day long, fearing that Yu Guozhen would send someone to take him away. He is not afraid of death. In all the years since Yu Guozhen came to the throne, he has never given death to anyone. Anyone who is executed will have to go through the canonical trial and protest procedures.
"Huang Taichong, do you think I am someone who is unwilling to leave? It's just that the imperial court still wants me to be useful, and China still wants me to be useful, so I have to do it. It's my true nature to share your worries and solve problems for the country. Just like you. , cherishing feathers and taking care of yourself, what benefit can you bring to the world? What have you accomplished over the years?"
"I have taught disciples who can carry forward my Confucianism in Europe!"
"That idiot who follows you? It just so happens that I also accepted a disciple when I was in the Holy Roman Kingdom Come here as a minister, why don't you come to pay homage to Mr. Huang Taichong?"
Only then did Huang Zongxi notice that there was also a European boy behind Ma Shiying. This boy was different from Niu Rui. He seemed to be living a very good life. When Huang Zongxi looked at him, he smiled and bowed: "I've seen Mrs. Mr. Chong.¡±