Almeida really has no choice.

Chen Xi only gave him one day to think about it, and if he didn't agree, he would drive him away.

Of course, he brought the silver and the local specialties of America, and the silver on the ship was 500,000 taels, which was a good war compensation.

Almeida began to calculate the gains and losses.

In short, Chen Xi just asked for five ships of silver, which could be sold out at about three million taels of silver. Compared with the massive wealth they plundered from South America, this is nothing. The key is to reopen the trade line with the Ming Dynasty, and let the Ming Dynasty promise not to expand in the sea for the time being, and they can continue to plunder wealth in Asia, especially India.

However, the overseas territory that Chen Xi asked for gave Almeida a headache.

In addition to Sanfoqi, the places where Chenxi is seeking, there are also Boni and Manlacca on the other side of the Strait of Malacca. Boni is the Kalimantan Island in later generations, while Manlacca is the southern part of the Malay Peninsula, including Sin Chew, which junctions the Strait of Malacca, and its geographical location is extremely important.

These small countries were originally vassal states of the Ming Dynasty. Although they only existed in the situation of paying tribute, it is undeniable that the Ming Dynasty had a strong influence in these places, and the footprints of the Ming merchants were also spread all over the place. In terms of cultural identity, there is no need to worry about the control of the Ming Dynasty.

Almeida didn't sleep all night and discussed with his subordinates, and this time he brought his own think tank.

The next morning, Almeda asked to see Chen Xi and agreed to Chen Xi's request.

"Mr. Shen, although the conditions you offered are a little too much, they are always acceptable... We come here with sincerity, hoping to continue to cooperate for a long time."

Almeida knew that there was no point in bargaining with Chen Xi, so she simply took out official diplomatic rhetoric to avoid losing face.

Chen Xi nodded in praise: "This trade agreement can at least ensure that trade will proceed normally in the next ten years."

Almeida said: "We can allocate the territory to you, but the city blocks that have been built cannot be given. In terms of population, we will transport some Indians from the Americas. In addition, the more civilized West Indians should be enough. The people on the Spice Islands are too lazy and not suitable for labor... and you can organize immigration to this side by yourself."

Chenxi Road: "You must be responsible for teaching them Chinese and you must ensure that they cannot cause trouble after they arrive. I will properly place them."

"Don't worry too much about this."

Almeida said, "But we need time to prepare, it will take about a year. After all, teaching a language is a very tedious thing... and our king's official reply also takes so long. It takes so long to detour the Cape of Good Hope to return to the Flang machine. It is basically so long to go back and forth, so during this period... I hope to resume normal trade and trade with the Ming Dynasty."

Chen Xi sneered: "The official has not made a final decision, but he just wants to do business? If you don't have the right to decide on your own, you don't have to come at all."

Almeida's purpose of delaying time was shattered, so she had to say, "Let me do this, I will first confirm the legitimacy of this agreement in the name of the Governor of Asia. The subsequent process is just a procedure. Our king is very eager to obtain silk, tea and ceramics from the East, and will never refuse... This ship of silver and local specialties from the Americas are regarded as our meeting gift."

"It's compensation."

Chenxi corrected.

Almeida did not refute, smiled bitterly, and took out the paper and pen: "It's no basis for saying it, sign the agreement first. I believe the sincerity of the Ming Dynasty in this matter. If the Ming Dynasty violates... we will let everyone know that the Ming Dynasty has no faith, and no one will believe you anymore. Your fleet will only have the war to go anywhere."

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Almeida is most afraid that Chen Xi will tore up the agreement after signing the agreement.

But he had no choice but to do anything, and the threatening words he said were of no effect at all.

Those small countries in Southeast Asia did not dare to offend the Ming Dynasty, but instead took pride in becoming a vassal of the Ming Dynasty.

The signing of this agreement is to officially end the state of war between the Ming Dynasty and Folangji. Although the two sides did not fully reconcile, at least a large-scale naval war will not break out in a short period of time. The Folangji people have no intention of sending fleets to the Ming Dynasty again. They are really afraid of being beaten.

To celebrate the conclusion of the trade agreement, Chen Xi invited Alme to Luzon to attend the banquet.

As night came, Almeida rushed to the banquet hall and saw the huge crystal chandeliers illuminating the interior. Through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, you can clearly see the harbor in the distance, with the shadows of ships and the street lights decorating the streets and alleys rendering the harbor into a city that never sleeps. It is a bit higher than the strength of the Ming Dynasty.

The banquet was buffet in the form of a buffet, with exquisite tableware and rich dishes and drinks. When Almeida poured a cup of black tea and drank it all, he couldn't help but make a pleasant sound, and then sighed: "Mr. Shen, you are so capable, you can actually become a big shot in any country... If you can help us with the country of Folangji, I believe you will be the best candidate for the next Asian Governor."

Chen Xi smiled and asked, "Are you Asian Governor very glorious?"

"Of course, there are countless wealth and women... but they can only be my lover. After all, I have to respect my wife who stays in my hometown... Our king regards me as a hero and can enjoy supreme glory wherever we go." Almeida said with great pride.

Chen Xi shook his head: "I already have what you said. The Ming Dynasty is vast and vast. If you enjoy it, it is many times better than the Folangji Kingdom."

Almeida ate a few slices of roast duck slices, and then took the "Mapo tofu" recommended by Chen Xi with great interest. She was so numb that she stuck out her tongue. She quickly drank a sip of the rice wine, a specialty of Daming, and then she breathed and sighed: "Your Ming Dynasty lifestyle is too pedantic and old..."

"I like going out to sea, seeking excitement, knocking down small countries, letting them surrender, and sending all the best babies and women. What a glory that is? Unfortunately, Lord Shen, you can't enjoy this kind of glory... Maybe in the future, we can fight side by side on the battlefield! Come, I'll give Lord Shen a cup."

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Before Chen Xi sent Almeda away from Luzon Island, he took him to inspect the Ming Navy.

There were 80 warships in total, all of which were large ships, generally with chimneys, which meant that these ships were equipped with steam engines, and each one was much larger than the Ferron's man's ship.

Almeida stood on the deck and saw all this, suddenly feeling discouraged.

"Mr. Shen, why do your country build so many ships? It's not easy to raise. Our Folang Ji never builds so many ships because it's useless."

Almeida used the experience of people who have experienced it to persuade Chen Xi, but he knew very well that this was actually false intimidation.

Chen Xi smiled and said, "I'm not afraid. Our Ming Dynasty has a vast land and a wealth of resources. Why not build so many ships? This is also a preparation for protecting the territory. If you are not afraid of pirates and pirates, you will have bad intentions to invade the border."

Almeida looked evasive: "I heard from Lord Shen's words, it seems to be guarding against our Folang machine."

Chen Xi said coldly: "What else? Did we realize that we were going to build a ship when our ship arrived and we were helpless?"

"hehe."

Almeida instantly lost interest in refuting.

Chen Xi pointed to the distance: "These are only part of our Ming Navy. There are almost a large number of ships on the island in the south, and we will continue to build them. At the same time, we will train a large number of naval troops. After you transfer the territory, we will send ships to receive it. At that time, these ships will be stationed in our overseas territory."

Almeida quickly shook her head: "No, no, the Ming Dynasty doesn't even have its own sea borders open. How can it send troops to guard the port outside?"

Chenxidao: "In the past, our national policy was to ban the sea, but now the new emperor ascended the throne, many things are different from before. Wouldn't we build a magnificent city by the sea? Next, we will open up new cities and gradually open them to the public. Welcome the merchants of Folangji to do business... Don't worry, our Ming Dynasty was a person who abides by the agreement. If you do not take the initiative to tear the agreement, the agreement will be effective."

Obviously, Chen Xi's answer did not reassure Almeida, because the initiative was not under the control of Flangji. However, Almeida was also open-minded. After all, he was old and knew that he could no longer wander on the sea. He could retire with a decent amount of time after working for a few more years. After returning to his motherland, it had nothing to do with him.

Almeida said: "The agreement is only ten years now, and I don't know what it will be like in ten years."

Chen Xi smiled and said, "Then let's wait and see."

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Chenxi sent Almeida away and began to embark on the way back.

When he moved south from the north, he was almost destroyed. When he returned, the army was in a uniform manner and there were not many soldiers on the ship, because the pirates and some private troops were basically left in Luzon.

"Sir, we actually have no need to negotiate with Folang Jiren." Yun Liu said, "Take this opportunity, we can take advantage of the victory."

Chen Xi shook his head: "I have been missing for only a few months, and the court has caused such a big mess... In the future, it will take longer to go overseas, so we must ensure stability in the rear."

Yun Liu said: "As long as your Majesty supports you."

Chen Xi asked back: "Your Majesty really supports me in leading troops overseas?"

Yunliu is hard to answer now.

After all, Chen Xi is easy to control in the territory of the Ming Dynasty. If he leads troops out of the Ming Dynasty, the court will worry about Chen Xi's loyalty, and Chen Xi can also establish a country through wars overseas. At that time, what the Ming Dynasty is most worried about is that Chen Xi, who was once a minister of the Ming Dynasty, will retaliate against his mother country.

Chen Xi stood on the front deck, looking at the sky in the north, and said, "It is estimated that in half a month, I will arrive in the new city. I plan to stay in the new city for a few days... I will send someone to report to His Majesty after I get ashore. I can take this opportunity to test the reactions of all parties in the capital."

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Shortly after Chenxi arrived in the new city, the memorial was passed to the capital and delivered to Zhu Houzhao.

Xiao Jing, Zhang Yong, Li Xing and Xiao Guozi all appeared in front of Zhu Houzhao. Zhu Houzhao's face was not all happy this time, because many of the things Chen Xi did were not approved by him, such as going south to the South China Sea without authorization, and having peace talks with Folang Jiren, who were completely unaware of the negotiation conditions.

Xiao Jing expressed his opinion: "Your Majesty did not make specific instructions to negotiate with Folang Jiren. Is it suspected that Shangshu Chen would be usurped?"

Zhu Houzhao remained silent, but everyone present could see that Zhu Houzhao was unhappy.

But Zhang Yong still spoke for Chen Xi: "But it seems that the result of this negotiation is very good. We made millions of taels of silver and we can make more money in the future."

Xiao Jing shook his head: "This agreement can be said to be signed by Shangshu Chen alone. Many places have not considered it. For example, is it too hasty to set a ten-year deadline? And those overseas territories are of no value to us. As for the 50,000 people, they are just some foreign countries. Without education, can we use the rice from our Ming Dynasty to support them?"

When Zhang Yong heard Xiao Jing's words, he was not angry, but instead secretly happy.

Zhang Yong thought to himself: "Eunuch Xiao is old and polite, and he takes the style of a minister in charge of life to question Lord Shen... He doesn't know that Lord Shen can make many decisions on behalf of His Majesty now. He is just asking for trouble for himself so much... I'm afraid he will retreat soon."

Zhu Houzhao raised his hand and interrupted the argument between Xiao Jing and Zhang Yong, saying: "Overall, nothing is wrong. This agreement is in line with the current interests of the Ming Dynasty."

Li Xing, who had not made any noise, suddenly saluted: "Your Majesty, please think twice."

Zhu Houzhao said: "Millions of taels of silver are gone, who can you do it?"

No one can respond now.

Zhu Houzhao said again, "It's just that after winning a few battles, you can get such favorable conditions. This is equivalent to compensation from the Folang Ji people... I originally planned to ask Shangshu Chen to send a military force to razed the Folang Ji Kingdom to the ground, but can you understand the troubles in this?"

"Now, let the Folang Ji people surrender in a few battles, let them pay tribute to us every year, and can still trade with them to get silver, and solve the financial difficulties of the Ming Dynasty. What's wrong with it?"

Xiao Jing frowned: "The decision made by His Majesty is related to the stability of the southeast coast, so I have to be careful."

Zhu Houzhao said: "I also know that since Taizu, the strict sea ban system has been implemented, but now the times have changed. As Shangshu Chen said, sea transportation is extremely convenient and saves time and effort than river transportation. Look at what the Grand Canal is like now! You also have to spend a lot of money to dredge the river channel every year. If you put transportation on the sea, why would this phenomenon occur?"

The four eunuchs present looked at each other in surprise. They did not expect Zhu Houzhao to have such a "foresight" idea.

Zhu Houzhao said again: "But the matter of opening the sea still needs to be discussed. My idea is to temporarily open several ports and only let the government ships go to sea. Otherwise, what's the use of so many large ships? Can't we take each one to fight a war? We can still make a lot of money by transporting goods."

Speaking of this, Zhu Houzhao's eyes shone brightly.

It seems that Chen Xi built a large ship in Jiangnan just to help him make money.

Xiao Jing could not understand the little emperor's idea at all. He always faced Zhu Houzhao with his previous attitude towards Emperor Xiaozong, but found that it was not feasible at all.
To be continued...