Offshore advantages, the development of the navy, the strength of the Dutch in Asia, and their profit-seeking nature all determined that they did not dare to go to full war with the Ming Dynasty.

The emperor's judgment was very accurate. Although it was made according to history, it still made his ministers admire him.

To pacify Liao and destroy slaves, to eliminate rebellions, subdue Mongolian tribes, and intimidate Western barbarians, the emperor's authority is increasing day by day. In addition, the power of thunder that swept away corruption and beat corruption, the awe of the emperor comes from the heart, not on the surface.

The Guangzhou Shopping Mall District was expanded and opened. In the celebratory atmosphere of gongs and drums and firecrackers, the imperial edict was also brought to Zheng Zhilong.

"I received the order to thank you, long live, long live, long live!" Zheng Zhilong knelt down and kowtowed, shouting long live.

Foreign affairs activities in the Ming Dynasty were uniformly managed by the Ministry of Rites, mainly the main departments of the host and guest departments, the Four Barbarians and the Huitong Hall.

The host and guest office is responsible for the reception of foreign envoys to the Ming Dynasty; the Siyi Pavilion is responsible for communicating with foreign envoys and selecting and cultivating translation talents; the Huitong Pavilion arranges accommodation for diplomatic envoys.

In addition, there is another organization that is also very important, that is, the Honglu Temple, which is mainly for the preparation of large-scale etiquette and diplomatic activities of the country.

Although the Ming Dynasty had used diplomacy as a means to show the image of the country and had made more progress than the previous dynasty, it still seemed thin in the eyes of the emperor.

Of course, according to the current situation, it is still not necessary to establish a separate Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Therefore, the emperor merged the host and guest departments, the Siyi Pavilion, and the Tong Pavilion under the Ministry of Rites, and established a special diplomatic department, which was in charge of Zuo Shilang, and re-demarcated the subordinate institutions.

The Department of Foreign Affairs Management, Department of International Economics, Department of Translation, Department of Border and Ocean Affairs, Department of Treaty and Law, Department of Concierge, etc., will uniformly manage the entire foreign affairs work.

Zheng Zhilong made contributions in negotiations with the Portuguese, and worked tirelessly in the construction of Guangzhou shopping malls. He was promoted to the title of the Emperor and promoted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the fifth rank.

A small official who has never been a member of the rank of the fifth grade in a few years, although his speed is not the first and second, he is also a leader and has attracted much attention from the officialdom.

The promotion of Zheng Zhilong was also convenient for him to negotiate with the Dutch. An East India company established by a joint venture between Dutch nobles and wealthy businessmen was not yet promoted to the national level, and the emperor was too lazy to receive it.

"Congratulations to Lord Zheng."

"Congratulations to Lord Zheng."

As soon as the imperial envoy left, the officials smiled and stepped forward to congratulate Zheng Zhilong.

"Thank you, Lord Zhang."

"Thank you, Lord Li."

Zheng Zhilong humbly bowed his hand and returned the favor, without any arrogant attitude, but he was so excited that he couldn't help himself.

The emperor's secret decree has been issued long ago, and negotiations with the Dutch were not too difficult.

Pay pass through the straits to ensure the freedom of navigation of Mingguo merchant ships in the South China Sea, and the conditions for entering the two major shopping malls in Guangzhou and Shanghai...

The passerby tax cannot be exempted, which was decided by the emperor. But how much it charges depends on Zheng Zhilong's negotiation level. It is no problem to ensure the safety of Ming Dynasty merchant ships in the South China Sea. The Dutch are still afraid of being intercepted when passing through East Asia!

It is even easier to enter the mall area. It depends on your ability and funds to pay for renting a house, spending money on meals.

The emperor had long changed the system of Ming Dynasty not communicating with foreign barbarians, and did business well, welcome.

Whether it is the Japanese, Western barbarians, or even North Korea, Ryukyu, Siam, Boni, Luzon and other countries, merchants have entered the mall area.

The emperor has not mentioned the tribute system for several years. In actual operation, it is equivalent to abolishing this system that the Central Plains dynasty has held for hundreds of years.

"Tonight, I am the host of Mingxiu Building, and I am waiting for my colleagues." Zheng Zhilong sent away all his colleagues enthusiastically, and returned to the office, and then showed a look of joy and excitement, walking back and forth in the house.

A fifth-rank doctor is obviously not the end of Zheng Zhilong's life. He also knows that whether he can become a regular manager depends on the negotiations with the Dutch.

Although it is not difficult, long live to be happy if you strive for more. Zheng Zhilong still knows this.

The giant evil spirits in history are now excited and full of energy for a fifth-rank official. If the emperor saw such a scene, he would definitely feel a lot of emotion again.

Whether it is officials or the people, what the emperor strives to do is to give them hope and a future. Only in this way can they have enthusiasm, display their talents, and work hard for the future.

The emperor will never be stingy with the rewards he should give. The emperor can give you money, official positions, and even reputation. This is certainly the reason for the loyalty of his ministers, but it is also an excellent motivation.

At this time, as excited as Zheng Zhilong, the navy generals and soldiers were also the ones.

The prisoners of war paid by the Dutch were all used as a bounty to defeat the Dutch. The brave generals and soldiers who fought were promoted and medals.

The straight tweed military uniform and the rank on the epaulette made an exception. The royal-specific bright yellow color was used, and the Ming Dynasty logo on the big-brimmed hat shone in the sun.

Following the reward and promotion decree, there are military dresses designed by the emperor himself. This kind of military dress is worn on formal occasions. As long as it is majestic and beautiful, it does not consider the needs of combat.

First officers and then soldiers, gradually change their clothes. The emperor has his own plan to make the Ming army more powerful, more energetic and more morale.

"Hong Xu, get out of the line!" Shen Yourong was wearing her new military uniform and ordered in a deep voice.

Hong Xu stepped forward and came to the superior, saluted with a serious expression.

Shen Yourong smiled slightly, took the exquisite medal, and put it on Hong Xu's chest with his own hands.

The medals are exquisitely made, but they are neither gold nor silver. But this represents honor and cannot be bought with money.

Under the warm eyes of everyone, Hong Xu had finished saluting, and when he turned around and returned to the team, he could no longer hide his big smile.

"Gan Hui, leave the list!"

"Zheng Zhihu, leave!"

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For soldiers, honor is better than money. Just like in the eyes of officials, promotion is better than rewards.

The generals who were awarded the medal all raised their heads and chests, as if they were afraid that others would not see the shining medals on their chests.

There are many people who award medals. The emperor has enough medals and is willing to give enough honors to the warriors who fought for the Ming Dynasty.

"Long live the battleship No. 053 is given the "Courage Strike", the battleship No. 026 is the "Tiger Ben", and the battleship No. 106 is the "Lie Wolf"..."

After the award of the medal, the name of the warship made the generals excited, and more people were envious.

Like the Army, this is a whole glory. Others arrange ship names according to numbers, but the warships of their own are given by the emperor. The red paint on the bow of the ship is eye-catching, like a crane stands out in the flock, so awesome.

Just outsiders who don’t know much about the inside story can also see that they are different when they see such warships.

"... Bloody battles and annihilation of the Yi Yi, I am so relieved that I hope you will continue to work hard..."

"Long live, long live, long live!" After the imperial edict was completed, the navy soldiers knelt on one knee, shouting long live the mountain, and their voices shook the world.

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Chapter completed!