[Red Mansion] I want to be the chief assistant

The nationality system at this time was of course external. The nationals of the country had household registration, and the people who immigrated to Penglai had already done so, so their next steps would naturally be the same as theirs.

According to the usual practice, before a new policy comes out, it is always publicized in the newspapers.At the same time, Lin Yu also issued an edict, declaring to all Chinese doing business abroad that if they still want the identity of this national, they should return to China to apply for household registration.All external ports such as Songjiang Prefecture and Guangzhou Prefecture can handle it.

When the Jing Dynasty entered the customs, just like those people who were exiled in the Wa country, a large part of them fled and never came back.Over the past hundred years, they have lived and multiplied for more than three generations, and many of them have integrated into the local area.But why do you say that the people under the influence of Chinese culture yearn for their homeland? Although these people do well in the local area, many of them yearn for Ye Luo to return to their roots.

The appearance of Xinhan is undoubtedly a booster for such people.Wang Shibei set the Central Plains Day, and the family sacrifices were never forgotten to tell Nai Weng.At this time, the earliest generation had already been turned into loess.However, many of their next generations are still alive, and they rarely ignore the obsessions of their elders.

At this time, the Han Dynasty deserved to be the most powerful country in the world, especially after the conquest of the Japanese Kingdom, the powerful deterrence was once again above their heads for some restless small countries around them.The return of the group of people living in Japan sent an obvious signal to those who were still watching in Nanyang.

It's time to go home!

Since then, people have started to return to the north one after another. This is also the reason for the busyness of several external ports.For the return of these people, the older ones will be a whole family, from the very old to the infants, all need to apply for household registration, where they landed from, and the total number of people must be clearly written.

In order to match the household registration and people, the original description and painting have evolved into a new branch.In China, it claims to have a population of 2 million, that is, [-] million[-]. Later, according to the census, it is probably because of the war, the actual number is no longer so large.But even so, all of these people had to register their household registrations, and all the household registrations needed to be accompanied by portraits that matched the faces of the characters, and the painters in each county had to be exhausted.

Therefore, from the initial meticulous work to the later line drawing, this process hardly takes much time.Moreover, almost at the same time, several painters discovered the role of light and shadow in painting, and learned three-dimensional painting skills without a teacher.From this, a new genre of sketch was derived, which can probably be regarded as an anecdote in the entertainment history of later generations.

Although the origin of the sketch is too down-to-earth, it doesn't look very tall, but it can also be seen that there is never a shortage of smart people in middle school, it just lacks a suitable environment!

This time, His Majesty's official edict, some people took the last train back home, but some people left because they had already mixed so well with the locals abroad that they felt that there was no need to go back.

Then these people were all scolded by their own juniors.While scolding, I still have to prepare for the Chinese proficiency test bitterly, and I am struggling to earn a red book.

Not only those Chinese living abroad, but also some foreigners in the country saw the policy in the newspaper about establishing nationality and allowing them to join.The Portuguese who have lived in Guangdong for two generations are ready to stay without even thinking about it.After all, those who don’t want to stay have come to the west with the ships back, but second-generation foreigners like them have almost never seen what Portugal is like. They were born here and have long regarded this place as their home.

For such a special group, after thinking about it, Lin Yu took care of them and directly gave them the household registration.However, it also broke up the group that was originally a group and included them in various neighborhoods.Anyway, these people's Chinese is worry-free, and their living habits are no different from the yellow-skinned Han people next to them. Apart from the small complaints of some friends leaving, there is actually not much reluctance.

However, the local officials didn't directly tear people apart after receiving the decree from Zhongshumen. If they really did this, their performance appraisal this year would be completely over.

Following the example of the newly built Songjiang Mansion, the officials in Guangzhou Mansion played a beautiful demolition.Dismantling one pays one, the government ordered, and if there is more, it will be considered as a subsidy.As for the location of the compensation house, it was not selected from the drawings given by the government.The government of the Han Dynasty was still very considerate, and the vacant houses given were in twos and threes, which was just enough for a few particularly good families to continue living together, but it would not allow them to continue to stay in a group.

All in all, everyone is happy.

People like Baron Bourne naturally wouldn’t think about it. He still has a noble title after returning to the country, especially since he has a mission to this ancient oriental country, and he is the Earl of Windsor’s confidant. Poor, so he didn't pay much attention to this aspect.

But Angus is different. To be honest, he is quite excited after living here for two years.It's a pity that he is neither a native citizen nor a second-generation Portuguese. Although he can speak very good Chinese, he can also know most of the Chinese characters. At least he can read newspapers independently without any worries.But the above one, according to the vocational skills and the contribution to the country, the score is calculated, and the nationality can only be obtained when a certain score is reached, how to say?

Angus looked at the vague terms above, looked at Baron Berne who was enjoying his breakfast, and suppressed the doubts in his heart.He thought about going back to find his friends in the capital and see what they had to say.

Baron Bourne's mind is not very flexible, maybe even if he said to his face that he wanted the nationality here, he didn't take it to heart.However, depending on his status as an envoy, forget it.

He went out for a few days and found a lot of friends, but it's a pity that they don't know much about it.Even Edward, who is known to be very close to the royal family, shook his head when he asked. He claimed: "Yes, I am indeed very close to the royal family, and I have made friends with His Royal Highness, but we generally don't talk about politics. .”

Edward didn't say a word, he was already destined to return to Europe to manage the dew business for the royal family.It is true that he has not obtained such a nationality, but it is because he already has a household registration. Naturally, he does not need this kind of foreign nationality, so how can he pay attention to this aspect of content!

"Perhaps, you should go to Marcus." He recommended this young man of Roman descent who had found a position next to Lin Yu, "He will definitely fight for citizenship."

Edward's recommendation was half right. Marcus naturally went to fight for it as soon as he knew the nationality system. He was even the first foreigner in the world to obtain the nationality of the Han Dynasty. Many Koreans and Japanese people are one step faster.Even in later generations, these two are the countries that have a red heart towards the Han Dynasty and are proud of their vassal status.

But like Edward, after Marcus applied, because of his position with the emperor, this red book was issued immediately, and his experience still could not be used as a reference for those who came to consult.

"If Mr. Guan has time, I will ask." Marcus comforted the friends who came to ask for help. He understood their mentality and was willing to do his best. "If he is not free, Maybe you can get the golden words from His Majesty the Emperor."

At this time, Guan Yunfei didn't have much free time. The Japanese people in Honglu Temple consumed a lot of his energy, spending almost every day at the negotiating table.In contrast, Lin Yu, who showed his face and accepted the Japanese pilgrimage, was much more relaxed.Lin Yu really wanted to be the main negotiator himself, but such an idea was aborted because of the resolute rejection of all the ministers, including Bai An who usually let Lin Yu go.

It's fine that the emperor himself is a wealthy businessman, anyway, people in the world know the origin of his master's son better.If the emperor were to sit at the negotiating table with envoys from other countries and ask for money without refund, would it still matter?

Lin Yu could not care about his own fame, but ministers like them had to think about the emperor.

Let the courtiers below do this kind of thing!

In the past few days, for Guan Yunfei, it actually took some mental energy, but for the Japanese, it can be said that they are suffering in the flames of the region every day.

Ito Kogoro's originally white and round face quickly disappeared under the torment of this period of time.It's not that he feels sorry for the shogunate, but that once he agrees to these treaties, what awaits him when he goes back is to commit suicide.

Ants are greedy for life, let alone a living person.This time, Ito finally understood why he was so humiliated and humiliated by being captured. The Emperor's family still survived.

"The ominous premonition has been experienced!" Ito murmured.Before he was on the boat from Songjiang Mansion to Tianjin Port, he had a vague feeling that this time it might not be that simple, but looking at it now, the strength of Shangguo's attitude was unexpected.

On the one hand, Ito felt that this was the attitude that a strong Kamikoku should have, on the other hand, as an envoy, he had to feel a headache about such terms.

If possible, he would of course want to throw such a hot potato back to the shogunate and let them have their own headaches. No matter what decision he made, he would not be responsible for it.

However, in view of the inconvenience of communication, before leaving, the new elder also specifically asked him to make the decision with full authority.At that time, he still felt deeply trusted, but now he is sitting on wax just because of this trust.

Ito knew in his heart that with Shangguo's tough attitude, it was almost a certainty that Waguo would accept such a clause.He is still procrastinating and unwilling to make a decision, because he is unwilling to take responsibility for such a treaty after returning.

Although the family elder had told him before leaving, as long as he didn't ask the country to attach himself, he could accept any conditions.But when he said these words, there was no one around him. Even if he said that his actions were ordered by his elders, and he turned his back on him, he still had only one way to die.

Even so, he sent the news back to the country as soon as possible. Counting the days, the shogunate's reply will come soon.Because it wasn't an act of spying on the country's secrets, Guan Yunfei and the others knew about Ito's letter.It even provides a station system, which has now been renamed the postal service, so that news can spread faster.

After Ito sat at the desk, another hour later, a new round of negotiations would begin, and he had little time to procrastinate.He could see that the officials of Shangguo were getting impatient.

"My lord." The servant brought by Ito appeared at his door, holding a thin letter in his hand.Ito's eyes lit up, and he said, "Take it quickly!"

Holding the letter in his hand, he took a deep breath, hoping that there would be a clear answer in it—even though, he knew well that the cunning old man might not be willing to take on such a responsibility.

He opened the letter, glanced down, his face livid.

There is no information in the whole Honglu Temple that can be hidden from Guan Yunfei. Before Ito saw the letter, he already knew what was written in the letter.He is not very interested in the infighting of the Japanese shogunate, but this does not prevent him from using this to achieve his own goals.

"It's time." He looked at the clock on the shelf, and it was two minutes before nine o'clock. He got up, sorted his clothes, and walked towards the main hall.

To Ito's surprise, before he had time to say anything during today's negotiations, Guan Yunfei, who was sitting at the top, laughed and said, "You may know that the nationality system that was reported a while ago, because too many people asked Many, it is ordered by His Majesty the Emperor to go over it in detail. Therefore, today's negotiation is suspended and will continue the day after tomorrow."

It's like the executioner before the execution suddenly said that something happened at home and said it after a while, knowing that there was no turning point, but Ito still couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.

Guan Yunfei walked out under the respect of everyone.When he saw Ito with a sluggish expression again, he paused, and said with a smile: "I heard that the family of King Wenu is looking forward to a noble envoy to come and talk!"

Ito nodded hurriedly, and after he took the people away, he straightened up, with a puzzled face, and thought: What's there to say about that family!Due to dissatisfaction with the emperor, under the leadership of Ito, when the entire Japanese diplomatic mission came to the capital, they did not even pay a visit.

However, since Mr. Guan has personally spoken out, he had no choice but to take a look.Ito was exhausted, but he had to continue to hold on.He took his confidant with him and walked towards the place where the emperor's family settled without being led.

Before walking a few steps, Ito suddenly recalled, with ecstasy on his face.

Yes, isn't there still an emperor here? Even if he is captured, he is still a nobler emperor than the Tokugawa shogunate in name. Why should he bear all the burdens by himself?

It has to be said that this man was somewhat cautious in his actions. At least at this time, he cleanly poured a basin of sewage on the emperor's family who were already in prison.By the time of the next negotiation the day after tomorrow, the emperor's name had already been signed on the prepared agreement.

No, it is now officially renamed Wo Nu Wang.

Guan Yunfei nodded in satisfaction, and tightened his embrace of such an unchangeable agreement.Facing Ito, who had a respectful and grateful expression on his face, he said: "That's enough. In the next time, if you envoys are not in a hurry to return to the country, please have a good time in the country."

Ito almost looked into the eyes of the reborn parents, watching Guan Yunfei leave in a hurry.

"Just sign it." Lin Yu didn't touch the agreement, but let someone accept it.Many of the contents of the treaty were written by him, and there is indeed no one who understands the contents better than him. "Let the people at the newspaper office prepare it, and send it out if it can be published, so that the people will be happy."

Waiting for others to leave as promised, Guan Yunfei said: "A lot of Westerners have asked about their nationality these days. Look, what regulations should be given?"

The concept of nationality is not completely new in history, but it is indeed the first time in history that Lin Yu raised it.He, who is in charge of the Honglu Temple, didn't bother to understand the specific matters because of the mission to Europe and the terms of the Wa Kingdom.However, he also knew that apart from Lin Yu who raised this point, the other ministers didn't know too much.

Even that report was written by the emperor, and his close ministers could see this obvious style of writing.

Therefore, even the first person to get the red book of nationality, and the person who produced the first identity certificate from the Ministry of Industry, are still in a daze.

Guan Yunfei said this the day before yesterday to delay time, but it wasn't completely nonsense, it was just a sneaky change of concept, and he only came to ask now.

Hearing Guan Yunfei's question, Lin Yu smiled.

In the middle of the seventeenth century, the Renaissance had passed, and the temporary counterattack of the Holy See had not completely subsided. For some insightful people in the West, it was now the darkness before dawn.

However, compared to the world in Lin Yu's previous life, the news of the far east finally reached this land under the rule of religion through the mouths of businessmen traveling between Ah Zi and Azi.

Compared with other countries, Britain has completed the religious revolution at this time, and it is a Protestant country like Portugal.Today's King Charles is not an ambitious man, but in the words of the Han people, he can be regarded as a successful king.At least, during his reign, there was no large-scale counterattack by the Holy See.

It was the king who wrote a letter to Lin Yu himself.Although, after reading it, Lin Yu knew that there was not much useful content in it.But because of the unusual meaning, he also personally replied to the letter, which was brought by the mission to Europe.

Before this mission arrived in Europe, the news of this mission had reached the ears of Europeans through the mouths of countless people.And after France, it once again set off a China craze throughout Europe.

Because when Lin Yu started the uprising, he adopted the strategy of first controlling the coast and then advancing inland, so some businessmen who enjoyed the trade policy set by Lin Yu had already crossed the Eurasian continent and arrived in ports of various countries.

This batch of goods is no longer as small as before. After such a long journey and damage on the road, these goods, which are more than twice as much as in previous years, finally appeared in the hands of many nobles. in the eyes.

However, the increase in quantity did not depreciate the value of these goods. The goods from the East have always been in short supply, even if there are so many more this year.Just on the pier, before unloading the goods, they were snatched up by merchants who came here with a keen sense of smell.Even, the price has increased because of the just-started China fever.

Naturally, these businessmen who had made a fortune would not speak ill of the East, especially since Lin Yu's opening up of trade prevented them from buying goods at high prices in Guangzhou Prefecture, or smuggling them secretly like in previous years.

"That was a great and enlightened monarch. I am sincerely proud that he expelled the Tatars, won the war and restored the glory of the ancient country." Myron Durant raised his glass high , said loudly, "Cheers!"

In the brightly lit hall, luxuriously dressed men and women raised their wine glasses one after another.They may not really care about the East, but the men got the talk of war, and the women got the gorgeous silk that was hard to get in the past, so why not do it!

If you don't know, you might think that this handsome Mr. Durant just came back from the far east, but this is impossible.After all, businessmen in this era are still looked down upon by others, and it is even more impossible for so-called captains and sailors to appear in such a well-dressed occasion.

The truth is, Myron Durant, the financier of two ships heading east, was a gentleman in his own right.Therefore, after the miraculous return of the two ships, the money he earned made him suddenly overwhelm several gentlemen who had shares in the Indian company present, and became the focus of the banquet in one fell swoop.

"The captain thought he would see a country as barbaric as India." Durant shrugged subtly and pointedly said, "After all, they have all become ancient civilizations in the East!"

Gulliver Hammond, who has invested in India, could not understand his complacent look, and said indifferently: "It is said that when your captain first arrived, that country was also under the rule of the Tatars, so is it very civilized?" ?”

"No, no, dear Hammond, you are so ignorant." Durant did a lot of homework in order to become the focus of the banquet in one fell swoop, and it was even harder than when he was a child, "That ancient country The main body of the country has not changed, and before the captain of the Ruby left, His Majesty the emperor who was as bright as the sun had raised his army and conquered an area larger than the whole of England. He enlightenedly allowed This is why the beautiful silk on the ladies’ bodies comes from the trade that is prohibited by the people.” At this point, he made a fancy gesture amidst the stunned voices of the crowd, and complacently walked towards the ladies present. A gentleman The ceremony drew the laughter of many ladies hiding behind the fans.

"And as we all know, this emperor became the ruler of the entire empire not long after they set off!" Dulat shook his head and said loudly, raising his glass again, and said, "To the war!"

This kind of banquet has always been held until the dawn of the morning, when the nobles dispersed tiredly, went back to rest in the carriage, and did not get up for dinner until the afternoon to start a new day.

But for the first time, Grever Hammond, who was at the banquet before, left the banquet early when everyone was not paying attention.Also leaving like him was his companion, Anton Lawrence, who was also one of the young directors of the East India Company.

The departure of the two did not arouse anyone's idea. At this time, that Durant has become the center of the whole banquet as he wished, enjoying the pursuit of everyone.

"This grandstanding clown." Unlike his name, Gulliver has no wonderful sailing experience.In fact, having been to India himself, he knows how hard and unbearable sailing is. "It's just something I heard from the captains. If I really let him try sailing."

"Don't be angry, my friend, as you said, he is just a clown who made a fortune in a business." Anton comforted him, "He might not even have the courage to invest again, and the East India However, the company continues to bring us benefits.”

"Anton, what you said couldn't be more correct." Gulliver showed a smile on his face, and then said to him, "But what he said is not wrong. Since the monarch in the movement has opened up trade , this is a great opportunity.”

"Yes, in fact, we already have a company in India, but we are trying to open the company to the Far East." Thinking of this, Anton jumped on the spot excitedly, and it is not yet winter. In the social season, there are not many people on the street.He looked at his friend and said shyly, "I thought you didn't like the empires in the Far East." So, he was still thinking about how to persuade him not to make trouble with gold coins, but he didn't expect Gulliver to think of using their existing Advantage.

"I'm a businessman, and a qualified businessman will never have trouble with business." Gulliver made an indifferent expression. He didn't have much interest in the so-called empire, but he could see that guy Durant How much gold and silver has been earned in this business, "Actually, the biggest director of the company is in that empire at this time, isn't it?"

The two smiled tacitly and went home to get ready.

Before these two ambitious people who wanted to start a company in the Han Dynasty had time to make the trip, the mission of the Han Dynasty appeared in the port of London under the eyes of everyone.

"My God, how big is this ship!" All the people gathered on the pier to watch the excitement were frightened by the huge fleet that appeared in front of them.The size of this fleet is almost the same as the fleet of Zheng Sanbao's voyages to the West. The large treasure ships are 150 meters long and 60 meters wide, and such large ships account for more than 200 ships in the fleet. A full third.

"Our ship on one side is like a dwarf in front of a giant." A sailor said in surprise and admiration, "So the rumors are not exaggerated. Now I believe that the king of that empire has the greatest wealth in the world."

"That's called the emperor. They say the emperor is more powerful than all the kings combined." The sailor on the ruby ​​ship who just returned from the Han Dynasty laughed, "It's like the emperor of Rome." He felt that he had made a very suitable one. Metaphor, so a little smug.

At this time, the largest ship in Europe was less than 30 meters away, and it looked like a huge giant in front of a ship three times its size.Moreover, such giants are not strong from the outside, and the black muzzles on all the ships without exception prove how such a behemoth deterred the countries that passed along the way.

Including the British who have found the new continent and are already full of backward primitive aborigines who are slowly expanding.

"Sure enough, it is the kingdom of gold." Forgive these gentlemen and ladies who have been frightened, their poor imagination makes them only think of the records in Marco Polo's travels, "It is said that the empire's The territory is wider than the whole of Europe, and there are gold and silver treasures everywhere!"

"Dear madam, there is no land full of gold, silver and treasure." Angus, who had already disembarked from the ship early, touched his hat with his hand, and said, "But the empire is indeed rich beyond your imagination, Also please don’t compare the contents of Marco Polo’s travelogue with the empire, that would be an insult to them.”

Unlike the envoys who were still on the ship, relying on this huge fleet for an unprecedented easy voyage, even though Angus just got off his ship, he was not in bad spirits.

He was dressed in particularly decent silk clothes, his blond hair was neatly combed, and his complexion was a little pale.Even if the lady next to him suspects that he is just a businessman who owns a boat, such a well-dressed nice gentleman always makes people willing to say a few more words.

"It sounds like you know that empire very well?" Although the lady didn't have any titles, she also married into a well-known and wealthy landlord's family.This time, she came to London in advance to prepare for the whole winter social season, and happened to meet the Chinese envoy visiting, so she took advantage of the carriage to come to the pier to join in the fun.

"Yes, Ma'am." Angus finally noticed the uniformed servant behind her, and bowed apologetically - he almost bowed to the conditioned reflex, and then met the lady's curious eyes, He said proudly, "I had the honor to witness His Majesty the Great Emperor drive out the Tatars and restore his glory, and I also participated in his enthronement ceremony - it was like a coronation ceremony, but it was more grand, with tens of thousands of people attending. Now , was fortunate to have received the grace of His Majesty the Great Emperor, and was able to return here with his huge fleet."

His words caused a burst of exclamation among the crowded crowd who listened to the movement with their ears pricked up.The lady in front of Angus didn't even expect to hear such news when she casually talked to someone.Just as she was about to step forward to invite this gentleman to a banquet she was throwing this season, there was an uproar.

Not only did they turn their heads to look over, they saw a group of regiments in red uniforms rushing over, with several carriages behind them.

"It seems to be the emblem of the Earl of Windsor." A person recognized the emblem on the carriage and asked in a low voice, "Could it be that His Excellency the Earl came here in person?"

"Didn't it mean that King Charles has been in poor health for a while, and the Earl of Windsor has been handling government affairs in the palace?" How could he appear here at such a moment.The speaker looked at the huge fleet in front of him, and swallowed the second half of his words.

Sure enough, when these corps lined up, a person stepped out of the carriage.As soon as his face was revealed, there was a commotion among the crowd.

"My God, Earl of Windsor." The lady who was talking to Angus had completely forgotten the idea of ​​inviting him, and looked at the handsome earl with shining eyes, "It's really a shame to have so many troops. What a big scene!"

That was the Earl of Windsor, but Angus did not feel any excitement.He heard her words clearly, and he, who had seen the enthronement ceremony, felt that he would feel sorry for the lady's poor vision.

But yes, if it weren't for a coincidence, who would believe that there would be such a powerful existence on the other side of this world?

Seeing the Earl of Windsor appearing, the crowd squeezed and saluted thinking of him.However, now he didn't notice that everyone was paying respects to him. He immediately set off to the pier when he received the news, watching the fleet almost sweating.

In the presence of such a grand event, the sailors saw the ships, the people saw the bustle, the men saw the wealth, and the ladies saw the endless silk and jewels.And he, the future King of England, saw the war and the threat!

With a fleet of more than 200 ships, and after calculating the necessary number of people on each ship, a figure that made the Earl of Windsor break out in a cold sweat: more than 2 people!

And after seeing with his own eyes how big the big ship mentioned by the people who came to report the letter was, he knew that it was still a small number, and the real number was probably close to [-].

Seeing someone like the Earl of Windsor appear, the pier changed from hectic to orderly, and the gangway was gradually lowered on the largest ship.The gangway is high and wide, allowing two rows of soldiers to walk side by side calmly.The first to walk down was also a sergeant in a black uniform holding a gun.

But they looked solemn, almost all took the same steps, trotting down from the boat quickly, and lined up on both sides of the pier.When they stood still, people were surprised to find that the distance between each of these sergeants could not be seen with the naked eye.

Before they had time to take a few more glances, the person who walked down immediately attracted all their eyes again.I saw those who were also wearing black clothes, but they were broad robes with wide sleeves and high crowns. A gust of sea breeze blew by, making people feel ecstatic. in front of you.

Infected by the solemnity of the visitors, the originally riotous crowd gradually fell silent.Everyone on the pier, including the Earl of Windsor, couldn't help holding their breath, feeling a fact.

The envoy of the Han Dynasty is visiting!