This objection of Gaspar undoubtedly represents the attitude of all missionaries.

It was with great difficulty that they achieved great results in the Ming Dynasty, especially in this area, which was obviously easier to proselytize. You must know that in Japan, which they regard as a success story, there are only 1,000 actual believers, but in Hojing, there are already more than 100 people.

Lin Ran saw the reaction of these missionaries, took a sip of black tea, and then said calmly to Gaspar: "Godfather Gaspar, the plan of Lizhi County is actually not good or not, but it is actually a good plan that can help Xiangshan City!" Seeing that Gaspar was about to speak, he waved his hand to stop him: "Since this is the case, then you can listen to Liu Xiancheng's plan!" ”

"I agree with Lord Lin's words, Li Zhi County's plan is indeed feasible, but this county Cheng thinks there is a better way!" Liu Xiancheng sold a pass, and then continued: "Xiangshan Wharf is far inferior to Haojing Wharf, I think it is better to move Xiangshan City to Haojing with its locking of Haojing, and vigorously develop Xiangshan City with the advantages of Haojing Wharf!" ”

Then, Liu Xiancheng looked at Gaspar and the other missionaries and said with a smile: "If Xiangshan City is built in Haojing, the population of Xiangshan City will reach 30,000 or 40,000 at least at that time, which will definitely be of great benefit to the missionary work of the godfathers!" ”

This......

When they heard about this plan, many missionaries were immediately moved. There are many factors that need to be considered in proselytizing, but they are inseparable from the mass base, and the more people there are, the more conducive it is to proselytizing.

Especially for the first lock-up scheme, this scheme is undoubtedly extremely superior. Not only have their missionary achievements not been damaged, but more Ming people will settle here, which is undoubtedly greatly beneficial to their missionary work.

At this point, there is hardly a missionary who does not support the second option.

"My lord, this plan ...... Wouldn't it be better? I think the second option should be taken! Gaspar knew it wouldn't be that simple, but he couldn't help but say.

Lin Ran took a sip of black tea, and then explained seriously: "If you choose the second plan, then Xiangshan will build a new city here in Haojing, which requires a lot of silver!" ”

At this point, Gaspar and the others were not stupid, and exchanged glances with each other, daring to love this demon for silver.

Lin Ran knew that the heat was not yet yet, so he continued: "You have been to Xiangshan City, you should know that the county government is very poor, they must not be able to build a new city, and it is impossible for the Guangzhou government to pay in full. After a pause, he continued: "But I don't know if you can support it financially!" We will not let you suffer and will support your missionary work here more vigorously, how about it? ”

Gaspar and the others naturally didn't think that Lin Ran was begging them, and the scene in the council square was still vivid.

Once they annoy the demon, the demon may indeed adopt the first plan, and their achievements in the mirror will be in vain. Even if the demon had chosen the first two options, they would not have wanted to continue preaching here.

Obviously, this demon threw out this plan, and it was impossible for them to refuse. However, this demon also threw out the bait, and if they obediently supported the construction of the city, their missionary work would be supported.

"Lord Lin, please allow me to discuss it with you!" Gaspar pondered for a moment, then pleaded.

Lin Ran knew that this was not a decision that Gaspar could easily make alone, so he nodded lightly to Chen Jing, the deputy director of the Guangdong City Division, and Chen Jing stepped forward to lead Gaspar and the others to the side hall.

Li Jialiang and other officials watched the situation develop here, but they inevitably felt nervous in their hearts, but looking at Lin Ran, who was calm and relaxed, and continued to use tea, they were not only admiring but also admiring.

After a while, Gaspar and other missionaries came back, and instead of answering Lin Ran's question directly, they asked solemnly: "Lord Lin, do you really support our mission here?" ”

Lin Ran snorted coldly and said to them dissatisfiedly, "From last year to now, who do you think is conniving at your missionary here?" If you look at the other high-ranking officials in Guangdong, they have just issued a ban on foreigners entering the city of Guangzhou, and what is more friendly to you than this government? ”

History has not changed, and when Guangdong officials issued a ban on foreigners entering the city earlier this year, it was natural that Gaspar's group of missionaries were excluded from the city.

This......

Gaspar and the others were also speechless, although Lin Ran forced them to kneel, and now he forced them to pay money to help build Xiangshan City, but it did not stop them from preaching here from beginning to end.

In this comparison, judging by the results of the mission, Lin Ran is undoubtedly a better official.

A female missionary boldly said: "Lord Lin, if you are really friendly to us, now that you are the prefect of Guangzhou, can this ban be lifted?" ”

As soon as these words came out, the other missionaries immediately looked at Lin Ran, their eyes revealing a hint of longing.

Lin Ran looked at the female missionary with a hot figure and gave a very definite answer: "This is naturally possible!" It's just that the government can't just sweep away these obstacles for you, it depends on the strength of your support for the construction of the city, whether it's worth it! ”

This is not to deceive these missionaries, as long as these missionaries really strongly support the construction of Xiangshan City, he does not mind coming forward to lift this ban, and does not think that foreigners entering Guangzhou City can cause any harm.

Gaspar and the others were obviously satisfied with Lin Ran's statement, and after another exchange, it was Gaspar who spoke: "Dear Lord Lin, for the sake of our friendship with each other, we are willing to help build a city with 20,000 taels of silver!" ”

Yes?

When Li Jialiang and other Xiangshan officials heard this number, they seemed to can't believe their ears, and although they knew that they had to maintain their majesty, they still couldn't hide their surprise.

With this amount, even if the Guangzhou government does not withdraw money, it will be able to build a brick city. After all, laborers do not need money, and the main expenses are materials and food.

As soon as he thought of this, he had to look at Lin Ran with admiration. Just now they forced these missionaries to kneel in the square, and now they have obediently sent 20,000 or 20,000 silver to build a city, which is really amazing.

Lin Ran continued to use tea calmly, not surprised by this amount. After all, these missionaries have a transcendent status, and they have many wealthy believers, and they monopolize the route of "Haojing-Japan" here, and these 20,000 taels are simply a drizzle.

Sometimes, he really wanted to take back the Japanese shipping routes from the Portuguese, so that he could directly get back a large amount of Japanese silver. However, thinking that the situation in Jiangsu and Zhejiang was getting worse and worse, he had to give up this idea rationally.

In this officialdom, there are some forbidden areas that cannot be easily touched, especially since he also has a dream of a powerful minister.

Lin Ran looked up at these missionaries and nodded lightly, "Okay!" Then the matter is settled, and we will do our best to support your mission here! ”

"What about the ban?" As soon as the words fell, the hot-bodied female missionary asked.

Gaspar didn't want to anger the demon, so he immediately shouted, "Blanche, don't be rude! ”

Lin Ran was a little surprised, looked up at the female missionary named Blanche, although the figure was hidden in the black robe, it was difficult to hide the hot figure, especially the chest and the back of the buttocks, and the fair and charming face seemed to be in her early twenties, facing those stubborn eyes, and finally smiled and said: "This mansion will help you lift the ban, so that you can come to Guangzhou City at any time, and Miss Blanche is also welcome to come to this mansion!" ”

"Thank you, Lord Lin!" When Gaspar heard this, he immediately expressed his gratitude. Although this may seem like a trivial matter, it was undoubtedly great news for their missionaries.

Blanche understood Lin Ran's teasing, but she didn't have the shyness of a Chinese woman, but looked at Lin Ran in surprise, as if she wanted to see through him.