The next day, Zhu Chenggong ordered the siege of the city of Geranza.

The sun was rising, and a faint layer of fog on the sea surface was gradually dissipating.

Countless Ming warships appeared on the sea, their masts as dense as the woods, and on some of the masts, there were also soldiers wearing Dutch military uniforms......

On the city of Geranza, the Dutch soldiers turned pale one by one, and many of them trembled involuntarily, obviously frightened by the overwhelming absolute superiority of the Ming army.

Maier hurriedly sent people to negotiate, hoping to get the Ming army to retreat voluntarily and avoid a major battle.

In order to win the time for the Ming army to land and arrange artillery, Zhu Chenggong did not refuse this negotiation, and generously received two envoys, and by the way, he heard what fresh words they had to say.

Captain Aldorp, an officer in the Netherlands, who came to negotiate, and a missionary in charge of the translation.

After the salute, Aldorp said: "Honorable general, your country and I signed a treaty of friendship in 1642 and trade was reciprocal, and we have been at peace for the past few years, so why should your country provoke a war?" ”

Since 1582, European countries have been using the Common Era, also known as the Christian Era, which begins with the year Jesus was born.

It was also in this year that there were only twenty days in October 1582, and after October 4th, it was not October 5th, but it jumped directly to October 15th, and the ten days in between were equivalent to inexplicably disappearing in history. (If you are interested, you can use the mobile phone calendar to take a look at it, Baidu reasons by yourself)

Zhu Chenggong glanced at this red hair, and said righteously: "Dongfan has been China's territory since ancient times, and it was only temporarily borrowed from your country to facilitate trade and exchanges!" ”

"If you have a little memory, you should know that in the original "Five-Power Trade Treaty", I Daming has clearly proposed to let you leave Dongfan within two years!"

"In the past two years, we have issued notices to you many times, but you will not leave, and I can only do it myself!"

Aldorp defended: "When to leave is a decision made by the Dutch East India Company, and it has nothing to do with our Grand Commander Geranza, if your country wants to be held accountable, you should send someone to Batavia, why should it be difficult for us?" ”

Zhu Chenggong laughed and said, "Aren't you the Dutch East India Company?" ”

Aldorp was speechless for a moment, and then said: "We have already conveyed the request of your country to the Governor's Office of the Batavian authorities, and we believe that Your Excellency will properly resolve it, and hope that your country will temporarily suspend military operations during this period and wait for the decision of the Batavian side to deal with it." ”

Zhu Chenggong said lightly: "Joke! What does Batavia want to deal with, that's your business, Lao Tzu has no obligation to wait, this general only acts on the orders of Emperor Daming! ”

Aldorp said so much, and the Ming army could withdraw after listening to a few words, he just wanted to test the determination of the Chinese general.

"You put it down, we won't let you wait in vain, our company will give your army 200,000 taels of silver as compensation."

Aldorp leaned closer and said, "There are also 10,000 taels of silver and 1,000 taels of pearls, which we gave to the general separately ......."

Zhu Chenggong almost laughed, Lao Tzu was also the richest second generation back then, will he be short of silver?

Although the Zheng family was copied at the beginning, in order to integrate the military and financial resources of the Zheng family, Zhu Cihong did not forcibly confiscate the Zheng family's huge maritime trade fleet, but classified the Zheng family's property into the royal group, which was called a share dividend.

The shareholder of the Zheng family is Zhu Chenggong, and he can get a lot of silver from the Royal Group every year, not to mention hundreds of thousands of taels, which is a small amount of money?

In these days, merit is king!

Zhu Chenggong said meaningfully: "You want me to rest the war with the army, there are only two choices!" ”

Aldorp hurriedly asked, "What are the two options?" ”

Zhu Chenggong said: "Either kneel or lie down!" ”

Aldorp couldn't help but blush, and he glared angrily: "Is this how you handle diplomatic relations?" That's bullying! ”

Zhu Chenggong said categorically: "People respect me, I respect people!" People destroy me, I take three fights! This is my Ming diplomatic principle! ”

Aldorp's face turned very ugly, and reason told him not to anger the pirate son in front of him, who had robbed Dutch merchant ships in his teens, and was not a good man......

Aldorp held back for a long time, and finally said: "I'm sorry, Your Excellency, I can't decide on the matter of surrender, I have to go back and discuss it with the Governor first." ”

Zhu Chenggong waved his hand casually and said, "Then please go back, remember that you only have one day, after dawn tomorrow, we will launch an attack on Geranza City, I hope you are ready to fight." ”

Upon his return to the city of Geranza, Aldorp recounted the contents of the negotiations, and the Dutch fell silent.

No one has the confidence to defend the city of Geranza and fight to the death with the Ming army, not because they are afraid of death, but because it is worthless to die here, let's call it a pity.

Surrendering saved at least one life, and as a purely commercial state, the soldiers of the Netherlands fought mainly for gold and freedom.

That kind of belief in sacrificing purely for the honor of a soldier does not exist.

After some arguing, several people in charge of Geranza City finally made a decision.

Before the next day, Aldorp took the missionary again and hurried into the Ming army camp.

This matter can't help but be in a hurry, the Ming army is preparing for war!

As soon as he entered the main tent, Aldorp got straight to the point and said: "We agree to withdraw from the city of Geranza and evacuate Dongfan, but please guarantee the safety of our lives!" ”

"And our weapons and personal possessions, and provide us with enough boats to enable us to return safely to Batavia, as well as fresh water, food and ...... on the way"

"What do you think? You're dreaming big as soon as the sun comes out? ”

Before he could finish speaking, Zhu Chenggong immediately interrupted: "The current problem can be solved by you handing over the city of Relanza?" What about moving? ”

Aldorp was obviously stunned, and said dumbfoundedly: "What do you mean, Your Excellency?" ”

Zhu Chenggong said seriously: "I'll tell you!" Not only do you have to surrender on your knees, unconditionally, but you must also hand over all your weapons and property and accept the disposal of the Ming Dynasty! Do you understand? ”

Aldorp trembled and exclaimed, "You guys are too much! We will never accept such conditions! Never! ”

After the translation, the missionary also tried to baptize Zhu Chenggong, he put his hands together, palms facing each other, ten fingers upward, and said solemnly: "The Lord tells us to have a forgiving and generous heart......

Zhu Chenggong smiled and said, "Don't fucking fart, I don't expect you to accept it!" ”

Aldorp held back his anger and said, "Your Excellency's request will be reported to the Chief, and I hope that your country will give us a few more days to discuss." ”

This kind of unconditional surrender will never be accepted by the Netherlands, over the years, every officer and soldier has saved a lot of money, how can it be possible to hand it all over and give his life to the Ming army!

All Aldorp wanted to do now was to delay for a few days and let the city hurry up and prepare for battle.

Zhu Chenggong snorted: "No need to discuss! ”

He turned his head and asked the brigade commander Chen Ze, "How is the artillery preparation going?" ”

"It's all ready to attack!" Chen Ze immediately replied.

"Alright, let's get ready to attack!"

Saying that, Zhu Chenggong got up and said, "Pull these two red hairs down to sacrifice the cannon." ”

Aldorp and the interpreting missionary stood on the spot, and their faces darkened with anger.

It's so shameless!

These Chinese are too shady!

It's called negotiation, but in fact, it's delaying time and secretly preparing for war!

Before the two of them could sing and curse, a guard had already come over and dragged them out.

The Ming army nailed both men to the cross with their hands and feet, and sacrificed them with cannons.

(End of chapter)