Chapter 2060: The Deterrence of Warships (Thanks to the Leader of the Alliance ‘Lonely Red Dust’ for the Reward)

There are still scattered remains floating on the sea, and no one cares about those who are asking for help. Those with good water properties will naturally survive, but those with poor water properties need to quickly pray for a harmonious ending on both sides.

The three warships dragged behind, protecting the two grain ships, and the warship in front slowly approached the dock.

On the dock, the king retreated to a place he thought was safe enough.

The warship slowly docked. The middle-aged man standing on the shore nodded and said something. A man next to him said some Ming words that surprised Hong Bao.

Even though the accent was a little weird, Hong Bao still understood it.

"...This is Lisbon. Dear Ming Dynasty, this place holds friendship and expectations for Ming Dynasty. The previous incident was just a misunderstanding. His Majesty the King hopes to have a cordial conversation with Ming Dynasty."

Hong Bao glanced into the distance and said: "Our Ming envoy Hong Bao led his fleet here today. He was originally on a visit, but he was attacked instead. This is a humiliation to the Ming Dynasty!"

This characterization made the middle-aged man a little anxious. He looked at the prince who was tied up behind Hong Bao and said: "His Majesty the King has already inquired about the previous matter. Those tramps wanted to get some benefits..."

Hong Bao sneered: "Can homeless people intercept ships at the port? Your country is really eye-opening! We just want to ask, which country's rules are these?"

After hearing this, the middle-aged man obviously relaxed a little. He said: "This country will definitely deal with those homeless people. Everyone involved in this incident will be punished."

Hong Bao looked at the troops gathering in the distance. The middle-aged man turned around and said, "We will not use force against our friends. The wine is ready and waiting for your arrival."

This was a salute, but this slightly weak attitude was earned by the warship at Hong Bao's feet.

The city in front of him was nothing in Hong Bao's eyes. He had a few thoughts in his mind and asked casually: "Where is your capital?"

The fleet needed a stable supply point, and more importantly, a guide, so he suppressed those thoughts for the time being.

The middle-aged man pointed to the city behind him and said proudly: "Dear envoy, this is our capital, Lisbon, a shining pearl."

"The capital of the country?"

Hong Bao took another look and said: "Our family can enter the city, but the fleet needs some supplies. They can be exchanged, but the army is not allowed to approach. This will make our family think that you want to be an enemy of the Ming Dynasty. Without the permission of the fleet, No one is allowed near our ship, okay?"

The middle-aged man nodded, hiding his regrets, and said, "It's just a communication between friends. Everything is subject to the wishes of the distinguished guest."

Hongbao breathed a sigh of relief. He needed supplies and at the same time needed to dock to repair the ship.

And now it's all available!

The price is that he has to go to the city once!

"Keep an eye on the fleet and take turns docking. If anything unusual happens, leave as soon as possible..."

Hong Bao's explanation was simple but calm.

If he was detained, or someone tried to take advantage of the mooring, his safety could be discarded.

This is a matter of course, Zhang Wang said loudly: "Don't worry, father-in-law, if there is an accident, I will bloodbath this city."

"That's exactly what it should be!"

Hong Bao smiled and nodded, then led a small flag sergeant towards the king, and the prince was also released.

He doesn't need to use the hostage trick!

It is the practice of the Ming Dynasty that if the enemy takes hostages, you should hold them hostage, and when the time comes, get them back with interest.

So he didn't think there was any benefit in holding the prince captive.

"Your Majesty, you are indeed a Mingren and an envoy. The fleet is to escort the envoy to explore various countries."

The king nodded and whispered: "It was a good thing. We were about to win the friendship of a powerful country, but those people messed up. Hang them immediately, right on the dock!"

"Your Majesty, that is a blow to our morale..."

The king is naturally surrounded by important ministers!

However, today the king was not prepared to listen to their suggestions. He said calmly: "Don't make the same mistake again and again.

Remember, there are enemies behind us, and beyond that is the Franks. They have been fighting for many years. If they hear that envoys are coming from the east and that the warships are fierce, do you think they will still fight? "

"His Majesty……"

At this time, Hong Bao was already approaching. The king took a look and praised: "Smooth walking and steady expression. Ming Dynasty... seems to be a big country!"

He greeted him but said nothing.

One is an envoy and the other is a king, so naturally they are not equal.

A minister came out and introduced the king's identity. Hong Bao cupped his hands and said: "Hong Bao, the envoy of the Ming Dynasty, went to sea according to the order of my emperor. I am very happy to see the king today."

After hearing the translation, the king looked slightly happy and said: "The Ming Dynasty... I have long heard that there is a big country in the east, but I have never been able to find the route. This is Lisbon. Envoy, you will be received by distinguished guests. This is the friendship from Lisbon. "

This is a cliché and it also sets the tone.

Hong Bao was very familiar with this. He nodded and said: "The Ming Dynasty hopes to have frequent exchanges with the countries in Europe and the West. This is just our first trip. We will naturally report to your Majesty when we return home."

The two gradually started to smile, and then headed to the city together.

…

And at the edge of the dock, there were naturally people coming to hand over the trade.

"Look carefully, our people will hand over all the goods, and their people are not allowed to board the ship!"

Two grain ships docked one after another, and food and drinking water were continuously carried aboard, while the fleet was also carrying goods out.

When seeing the silk, a merchant couldn't help but touch it, and then exclaimed: "Oh my God! This is smoother than a girl's skin!"

Silk and porcelain are the biggest discoveries. When tea appeared, the people in the fleet saw a group of old hats as they wished.

"We want gold and silver! Nothing else!"

So the dock was crowded with people, and those merchants who saw the samples frantically asked people to take gold and silver.

"Food and water exchange!"

Someone came up with this trick, but was kicked out.

"We are VIPs, and that little food is worthless!"

Zhang Wang said disdainfully: "If you don't give it, we will rob it!"

...

"What does Daming want?"

In the palace, after both sides tried to test each other, the king asked Hong Bao.

The prince had been untied and stood behind the king with a fiery look.

Hong Bao had already evaluated the king and his son in his heart, and said: "Daming wants friends."

It's no good to say anything about the upper country at this time.

Hong Bao wanted to make an overall assessment after experiencing the whole of Taixi.

At present, what he needs to do is to collect various information...

"Friends..."

The king said sincerely: "Lisbon hopes to become friends with the Ming Dynasty. We have extensive interests and common interests. Along the waterway, the goods of the two countries will be continuously exchanged, and Lisbon is willing to become the most steadfast friend and... ally of the Ming Dynasty in the West!"

Hong Bao nodded and said: "We are happy to see this happen, but all this must wait for your Majesty to discuss with the court."

The king smiled and said: "Of course, Lisbon hopes to send an envoy to meet with His Majesty the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty and explain Lisbon's many views on the West."

The prince's eyes suddenly lit up and looked at Hong Bao expectantly.

But Hong Bao just smiled, but his tone was firm: "The matter of the envoy still needs your Majesty's approval!"

How important the new route is, Hong Bao, who has experienced several adventures, knows it very well.

Once the Westerners know the route, there will definitely be many... homeless people on the coast of the Ming Dynasty in the future...

"They will not see the scenery outside the ship along the way..."