New Shun 1730

After interrogating several domestic smugglers' handlers and subordinates, Liu Yu asked: "Have all the Portuguese and British people involved in the case been arrested?"

"Everyone who was in Macau or Guangzhou was arrested. Those who were not there were not arrested. The defense envoys came with troops. Although the local Portuguese military leaders in Macau had a few guns, after seeing the cannons and warships, they just protested verbally. ”

The Guangdong Jiedushi felt that this was normal. Even the magistrates of Xiangshan County could control the place. The provincial defense envoys and Jiedushi also brought troops. How could these people dare to say anything?

As for how to deal with it, Guangdong Jiedushi didn't think there was anything to consider, so he just killed him. Dashun is a territorial jurisdiction, and it has always been like this.

These people must be killed.

But Liu Yu wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble. Killing was not the purpose, but the purpose was to torment Portugal and the United Kingdom.

Of course, we can't do things to death.

If it's done, it's easy. If we really pursue the matter, the British East India Company will definitely be expelled from the country and banned from trading.

However, for the time being, this is not appropriate.

There will be a fight sooner or later, but if we drive them out now, the British side will also hijack ships in retaliation. The two sides are separated by an ocean, and no one can do anything about the other, but Dashun, who has just completed the first stage of negotiations with the Netherlands, will definitely suffer.

But when it comes to scaring, we still need to scare. At least on the European side, we must put great pressure on Britain and Portugal to force them to exchange things.

What Dashun wanted was naturally the "Armed Neutrality Alliance", which needed to be recognized by Britain and Portugal.

Since we are negotiating, we must have me among you and you among me. Just like after Dashun sailed to Nanyang, it was not as good as when Dashun could threaten Nanyang at any time. It was easier to negotiate with the Netherlands. You had to give up your interests and not be left alone.

If we really expel the matter directly, there will be no way to talk about it later.

Just like hooking up with green tea, you can't stop thinking about it all at once. You have to make the opponent feel that there is still a chance if you exert your best efforts.

In addition to these, we need to take this opportunity to use some means to ensure that this year's joint trade between China and the Netherlands can capture most of Europe's Eastern trade goods, except for the Baltic trade circle where China, Sweden and Russia cooperate.

Make sure you get off to a good start this year.

This requires the seizure of Portuguese and British cargo ships, and for very legitimate reasons. Who asked you to engage in the opium trade?

In order to give a clear enough attitude, Liu Yu felt that neither he nor the Guangdong Jiedushi should go directly to talk to the Portuguese and British in Macau.

First, the identities are not equal. This should have been a matter for the Xiangshan County magistrate or even the county magistrate to come forward.

Secondly, Liu Yu has full authority to handle this matter. Once he comes forward, he must express his position and make a decision. There is no room for reversal.

So Liu Yu asked: "What kind of person is this magistrate of Xiangshan County? How is his official reputation? How is his performance?"

The Guangdong Jiedushi also knew that this matter was related to the dignity of the country. It was impossible for a prince and a Jiedushi to come and talk directly with a person from Macau... What if someone from Goa came? Well, doesn’t it have to be discussed by the emperor himself?

"This magistrate of Xiangshan County has a good official reputation. He runs charity schools and develops water conservancy. He is not a local, nor is he from the coastal province. He is from Xuancheng, Anhui."

"The surname is Zhang, the given name is Rulin, and the courtesy name is Yunye. If the Duke of the country wants to be strict, this person is the most suitable person to choose. It's not that he runs charity schools, develops water conservancy, or anything like that."

"It's that after he took office, he donated his family wealth to build the tomb of Zhang Shijie, the deputy privy envoy in the late Song Dynasty and the Duke of Yue. He also donated dozens of acres of land for the tomb keeper to use for annual sacrifices and to enjoy the scenery of the cliff mountain. Loyal soul."

"When the tomb was completed, I wrote an essay to commemorate it, and the words were thoughtful. I was filled with sadness at the naval battle at Yashan. In the past, there were Portuguese people in Macao who committed crimes, and he always dealt with them strictly. The distinction between Huayi and Huayi was very clear."

"Therefore, if the Duke of the country wants to handle things strictly, he can teach this person face to face."

Hearing that the Guangdong Jiedushi said that the Xiangshan County magistrate had specially repaired Zhang Shijie's tomb, Liu Yu couldn't help but praise: "He is indeed a man with a righteous heart. As for his official level, I don't care about that, it doesn't matter." But since he came here hundreds of years later, he built the tomb of Zhang Yuegong first, which shows his attitude towards the Portuguese. "

"Ask him to come, and I will give him instructions face to face."

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Outside the door, Zhang Rulin waited with some trepidation for Liu Yu's summons.

As the magistrate of Xiangshan County, he originally had the authority and responsibility to govern certain matters in Macau. As a result, such a big thing happened in Macau, which alarmed the court and made the emperor furious.

If we say that Jieduzhi is the master, then it can be said that he has no time to control.

He, the magistrate of Xiangshan County, is certainly to blame.

Under his nose, there were things like human trafficking and opium trafficking. Since the Jiedushi Envoy, Defense Envoy and others came, he has been busy, which can be regarded as a way to make up for his mistakes.

It is difficult to say whether the imperial court will deal with him or not.

But you will find out soon.

Zhang Rulin felt that Duke Xingguo would scold him when he came, and then he would know his fate.

From the reprimanding attitude, we can figure out the meaning above, whether we want to deal with ourselves, or whether we think this matter has nothing to do with us.

After finally receiving the news that he was summoned, Zhang Rulin, who had been nervous and uneasy, felt a little more relaxed. He felt that he could finally know whether he was dead or alive, and it was really better to live in such a state of worry all day long.

After entering, he kowtowed to greet Liu Yu. Zhang Rulin quietly looked at Liu Yu and thought to himself that he was also a man in his thirties. The official he wanted to be was older than him the day he was born. He had been around for so long before he became a county official. Alas... …

Zhang Rulin still has some respect for Liu Yu.

It was not because he was in awe of his prestigious official position, but because Liu Yu regained the Western Regions, defeated the Rakshasa, and made the arrogant Japanese vassals, etc., it was really enjoyable and enough to drink with.

Although I was very disgusted with some of Liu Yu's other actions, such as establishing new schools and not learning the words of saints.

But after neutralization, I still feel more in awe.

The legitimacy of Dashun comes from protecting the affairs of the world, and it also promotes those impassioned poems. Although Confucianism is not completely established, it also sets Xin Qiji and Chen Tongfu as benchmarks.

Under the subtle influence of these years, there are still many people with heroic feelings. Although I have reached my age, the impulses of my youth have gradually dissipated, but occasionally they still emerge.

Not to the point where I would burst into tears if I didn't see my master, but I can still repair Taifu Zhang's tombstone and drink and sing when I hear the Japanese slaves who were sent to the Western Regions by Da Shun.

Zhang Rulin thought to himself that if the court really punished him, his wish would be fulfilled, and he would be able to meet Duke Xingguo who restored the Japanese slaves in the Western Regions.

"The criminal official Zhang Rulin, the magistrate of Xiangshan County, pays homage to Duke Xingguo."

"Zhang Rulin, you are the magistrate of Xiangshan County and are also in charge of Macau affairs. How could you not know anything about such a big thing in Macau? It can only be done elsewhere. When His Majesty issued an order to ban opium, he focused on Guangdong. , because this has always been a trade port. This case has not been completed yet, so I can’t say whether you took the money or turned a blind eye. If so, you will have to deal with it severely!”

The previous ones are all clichés. No matter how you say them, if such a big thing happens, reprimand is inevitable.

The following words gave Zhang Rulin a hint of vitality, and his mind changed, and he thought to himself: Does this mean that if I confiscate other people's money, I will not be strict with it?

Thinking of this, I felt even more relaxed, and said hurriedly: "The Duke of the country knows the dangers of opium, and I also know the dangers of opium, and even more aware of His Majesty's decree. It is true that supervision is not strict. But if I say that I have accepted money, then It's really an injustice to the official. He knows that if he accepts the money, he will die, so he doesn't need to say anything to guarantee his life. But if he accepts the money, he can't be humiliated and harms the country and the people. His reputation is so great that he will never rest in peace.”

"The official once lamented that this Macau should be taken back. If it were taken back, how could there be much trouble? The merchants talk about profit but have no virtue and are only interested in profit. The official only wants to take back Macau and close the trade after this matter. How can the Celestial Dynasty exclusively Act with advantage?”

Liu Yu was noncommittal and had a wonderful idea. He was the one he wanted to use to scare Portugal and the British.

After pondering for a moment, Liu Yu asked: "In your opinion, how should this matter be resolved?"

"Prince Huiguo, kill those who deserve to be killed and arrest those who deserve to be arrested. Take back Macau, close all the churches in Macau, and drive out the Yi and Di missionaries. Do not allow them to disrupt our country's politics and spread heresy. Those who join the religion will not sacrifice their ancestors and forget about them. The ancestors are no different from Yi Di."

Liu Yu secretly laughed, thinking that no wonder he was still just a county magistrate at this age. At the beginning, Bai Yunhang also relied on teaching plans, but he was much more tactful. When he was in Fu'an, he was just trying to figure out what his superiors wanted. Not as good as that.

If the imperial court really wanted to take back Macau, how could there be such a battle this time?

However, this is just right.

"Well, kill those who deserve to be killed and arrest those who deserve to be arrested, that's how it should be. However, such major matters are not something that Macau's local council or military leaders are qualified to discuss with me."

"The imperial court has its own laws. If something happens in Macau, you, the magistrate of Xiangshan County, should be the one to reprimand and question you. Is that right?"

Zhang Rulin nodded quickly, thinking that this was indeed the case.

"I understand. Your Majesty came here because of the opium, population, missionary and other matters. They are not just in Macau. They are all over Guangdong and Fujian. They are not matters of one province or one county. Therefore, they must be important." The Duke is out of town."

"But Macao affairs are matters that are within the scope of the lower officials. Reprimands and negotiations should also be handled by lower officials. If it is handled by the Duke and the Jiedu Envoy, it will damage the face of the country. Macao is only as small as a sesame seed. How can I be reprimanded by the Duke?"

Liu Yu hummed and said, "That's right. I came out of town not to handle Macau, but to coordinate with other places. Who should be in charge of Macau's affairs? The imperial court has laws, so it's up to you, Xiangshan County, to take care of it." Yes. You can handle it yourself and make it clear to them that they want to talk to me. They are not qualified. How can it be appropriate for a soldier or a captain to talk directly to the Duke of Heaven and the governor of the border region?"

Liu Yu thought to himself that I just want to turn small things into big things and big things into giants, so as to delay the time until the monsoon passes. Since I am a good person, I have to have someone who is a bad person. The Jiedu Commander is still too big. If I play a bad person, I will easily scare the opponent and think that there is no chance at all. You are just the right person.