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Charles II got the book and laughed after reading it: "Louis is a smart man."

In the newly edited version in France, the title of the book has been canceled "King of Kings".All background content about China's politics and society has been deleted.Zhao Han once again became a descendant of the royal family of the Song Empire, and greatly increased the introduction of court content.

Most of the so-called court content was heard by the French envoys, and they crazily exaggerated the wealth of the Chinese royal family, and a lot of pen and ink described that the Chinese emperor had many wives, not monogamous like European monarchs.

As for the process of Zhao Han's uprising, it completely became a "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" novel.

That is to say, Zhao Han got a certain scholar (counselor) today, and a certain knight (general) tomorrow.The scholars were full of wit and tricks, the knights were good at one-on-one, Zhao Han even went into battle himself, and the knights charged and defeated the Tatar barbarians (Manchu).

Since the original version cannot be banned, use the new version instead!

While hunting down revolutionaries, Louis XIV officially promoted "The Biography of the Great Emperor of China".Sure enough, it worked wonders, people were keen to talk about the hot-blooded new edition, and the old edition that was difficult to read was gradually neglected.The writer responsible for the revision work was even awarded a member of the French Academy.

Other countries have followed suit, introduced this new version of the novel, and promoted it vigorously, and the booksellers of various countries have made a lot of money.

It didn't take long for Zhao Han to become a legend throughout Europe, and people talked about his wisdom and bravery.As for his political thoughts, they were forgotten on the contrary, and even gradually doubted the authenticity of the "Eastern Covenant" ("Datong Collection"), thinking that it was made up by a bunch of chaotic parties.

Subsequently, related fan works became popular, and European authors wrote various stories.

Louis XIV's title of the Sun King is because he personally played the sun god Apollo.Now, he has someone write the ballet "Emperor of China" and plays his pen pal Zhao Han himself, often winning overwhelming applause from the audience.

Zhao Han, the Great Emperor of China, is still respected and chanted, and his popularity is unprecedentedly high.But Zhao Han in various works has long been completely different from the real Zhao Han.

Louis XIV also asked the envoy who met Zhao Han to draw the clothes of the Chinese emperor.

This guy asked the tailor to make clothes according to the pictures, and he dressed up and wandered around when he had nothing to do. He had a great time cosplaying the Chinese emperor.

revolution?

Go away!

This trend of cosplay is spreading faster than the trend of revolutionary thought.All kinds of Chinese costumes are drawn and handed over to tailors, and nobles and wealthy businessmen wear them all over the streets.

Moreover, the costumes are so strange!

Many of them are out of thin air, and even incorporate Persian and Indian elements. Even Chinese people can't recognize that they are Chinese clothes.

In addition to cosplay, Louis XIV devoted a lot of energy to building the Palace of Versailles.

He has decided to build a porcelain pagoda, which will be taller than the glazed pagoda in Nanking.The height can be achieved, but porcelain is not affordable, so we can only paste ceramic tiles on the outer wall of the tower, and then paint a layer of paint with a porcelain feel.

This was the advice given by the architect, and Louis XIV was very upset, but he had no choice but to agree to build a poor-quality imitation.

Such a magnificent tower, with France's current finances, I am afraid that it will take half a lifetime to build it by selling officials and nobles, doubling heavy taxes, and tossing half a lifetime.

Charles II was much more practical, trying his best to govern while enjoying life.

When the British finances improved slightly, Charles II became chic.He personally formulated the rules for horse racing, went hunting in the countryside whenever he had time, let chefs try more new dishes, and led the nobles to promote drama, and finally won the title of "Happy King".

The monarchs and nobles of various countries expressed their respect for Louis XIV in view of his achievements in successfully containing revolutionary ideas.The Sun King has an extra prefix, becoming "The Sun King of Supreme Glory".

But in the study of a certain scholar, in some dark and remote corner, in the minds of some survivors of the revolution, the "Eastern Covenant" still exists.

Existence is existence, and no one can erase it.

It is only temporarily dormant, like a ghost hiding from the scorching sun.Until one day, when the clouds are overcast, the sun is dark, and the sun is blocked, this ghost will emerge again, transforming into a brand new appearance to show people.

Later European historians described the revolution thus:

"Even though the Eastern Covenant Revolution began in 1661, it had been fermented as early as the 50s. The political wisdom from distant countries inspired the thoughts of European revolutionaries, and eventually led to a revolution that spread to half of Europe and lasted for four years. The revolutionary tide of the year. It played a pivotal role in the formation of modern Europe, and the later revolutionaries just changed the "Oriental Covenant" to avoid the political risks of the revolutionary propagation period..."

"Especially the unification of Italy, the revolutionaries are not shy. The revolutionaries from Naples directly took out the dusty "Oriental Covenant". They wiped out all the nobles and oppressors. Unify Naples, unify the Two Sicilies, unify the whole Italy...they even hanged the Pope!"

"The legend about the great Chinese emperor is now widely known in Europe. His image is entertaining, dramatic, and gamified. People are keen to talk about the emperor's knight charge, and they are keen to talk about the scholars and generals who assisted the emperor at that time..."

"My grandson, Little Smith, when I mentioned the name of the great emperor, he was so excited to discuss it with me. He said that the great emperor is an SSS-level monarch, the only SSS-level monarch in the game, with its own attribute stability +3, Economic development speed +50%, military development speed +50%, and technological development speed 100%. If you choose to play an Asian country, or choose other monarchs in China, you must assassinate the emperor in the early stage, and the success rate is extremely low. If you fail to assassinate, you can only Loading the file, the luckiest player also repeatedly loaded the file for two hours, which made me dumbfounded..."

"Until now, Europe has not restored the true colors of the great emperor. But for 100 years, the progressives in Europe have quietly bathed in the brilliance of the great emperor's thoughts, looking forward to the coming of the great revolution all the time... "

Chapter 962 [Another one who is reluctant to leave]

Prince Hayi of Wandan Kingdom was sent to Nanjing to seek an explanation.

Before this guy entered the Forbidden City, he was dazzled by the prosperity of Nanjing.He had no interest in visiting Xuanwu Lake, so he went to Washe to watch the show for several days in a row.Juggling, acrobatics, dancing...all so lively and interesting, Ha Yi even wanted to live in Nanjing for a few years if he didn't have enough money.

The historical Prince Hayi betrayed his country very thoroughly, and he quickly lay down and enjoyed himself with the help of the Dutch to kill his own father.The king of a country essentially became the chieftain conferred by the Netherlands. In the end, he was even inferior to the chieftain, and his political and military power was completely lost.

When he was summoned by Zhao Han, Prince Hayi had long been so happy that he almost forgot about his mission.

Of course, what needs to be done is still to be done.

After paying homage to the Chinese emperor, Ha Yi did not reprimand the governor of Palembang for his atrocities, but wept and said: "Your Majesty, Banten is a vassal state of the Celestial Dynasty and has not committed any mistakes. Banten is like a slave, and China is like a master." , The slave did not make a mistake, why did the master whip it? The governor of Palembang appointed by His Majesty killed many Banten people and occupied nearly half of the land of Banten... Wuwuwuwu, Your Majesty, you must be the master of the servant!"

Zhao Han comforted him with a smile: "I have severely reprimanded the governor of Palembang and dismissed him from his post, and sent a benevolent governor to Palembang. Don't worry, there will be no more conflicts between Palembang and Banten in the future."

Prince Ha Yi was stunned, he was just greedy and indulgent, but his mind was not really stupid.

Palembang is on Sumatra Island, and Banten’s territory on the island has been taken over by the Governor of Palembang. Of course, there will be no more conflicts in the future.The governor of Palembang has been working for several years, and it is time to return to Beijing to report on his duties. What the hell is this called dismissal?

The Emperor of China, obviously talking the right crap.

Prince Hayi continued to cry: "There is also the Governor of Coconut City, who indulged the Chinese farmers, reclaimed the land belonging to the Banten Kingdom, and expelled and killed the Banten people on the land. Your Majesty, Banten is a vassal state of the Celestial Dynasty, and the Banten people are also Your Majesty." My people, please Your Majesty must be the master for us!"

Zhao Han said: "I already know about this matter. But it was not the order of the governor of Yecheng, but the spontaneous behavior of the Han peasants. I have asked the governor to severely reprimand those mobs. After you return to Bandan, tell your father, Let him not care too much, the Governor of Coconut City will manage the farmers more strictly."

Is this over?

Prince Ha Yi stared blankly at the emperor, suddenly not knowing what to say.

"It's not easy for you to travel all the way across the sea. Go back to Zhongshan Temple and wait for the reward." Zhao Han saw off the guests directly, not wanting to waste too much time, and 10 minutes is enough to meet the prince.

Prince Hayi returned to Zhongshan Temple in a daze, feeling that no matter how much trouble he had, it would be useless. Since he came to Nanjing, he should take the time to enjoy it.

He came to the more advanced meat house, wanting to try the taste of Chinese women, but he changed several prostitutes, all of whom were orchids from overseas.Finally, he got a Chinese prostitute, but her appearance was average, which made Prince Hayi not interested at all.

He also heard that the painting boats on Xuanwu Lake are the ultimate enjoyment for the rich in China, so he wanted to board the most famous boat.

I managed to get on the boat, but I didn’t even have the qualifications to enter the boat, so I just drank tea on a nearby boat and listened to Chinese prostitutes (the maids of famous courtesans) play lyrics and sing songs.As for the courtesan, she didn't entertain barbarians at all, not even overseas princes.

Prince Hayi felt deeply discriminated against, and apart from being angry, he felt a little inferior.

He hated himself for not being Chinese. In Nanjing, the status of Prince Wandan was not even comparable to that of an ordinary rich man.

On the way back to Zhongshan Temple, a carriage passed by him.The driver of the carriage is cautious in front of the Chinese people, for fear of bumping into passers-by.But when the carriage approached him, the driver lashed out with a whip and scolded: "Where is the barbarian, why don't you get out of here!"

Prince Hayi narrowly avoided, and then heard the driver slow down his speech, and said to the Han people on the road: "Excuse me, let me go, let me go."

Prince Hayi wanted to cry. He was not only inferior to rich Chinese, but even inferior to ordinary Chinese.

With the increase of foreigners, Nanjing people have long been accustomed to it.I used to have to watch it, but now I only have contempt in my heart, thinking that these are some country bumpkins.

Only foreign faces wearing Chinese official uniforms can still be respected, and the rest of the barbarians go to one side.

Back at Zhongshan Temple, the Ministry of Rites brought the officials of Honglu Temple and finally brought his reward.A brocade robe, a few emerald items, and then clocks and the like.

Prince Hayi put on a brocade robe and emerald ornaments, stood in front of the mirror and looked at it, and suddenly felt that he was much more noble.He began to loathe his Banten dress, thinking it was so ugly, that he wore it like a slave.

That night, Prince Hayi stayed up all night, thinking hard about his way out.

With the continuous loss of territory, Banten has only a population of more than 20 people, and it is sandwiched between two Chinese governors.His father is now prosperous and powerful, so he will definitely be able to live for 20 years, but after [-] years, what kind of situation will he face when he becomes the Sultan himself?

Maybe just as soon as he succeeds to the throne, China will take advantage of the change of power and quickly launch a war of annihilation.How should I resist at that time?

After thinking about it, Prince Hayi finally figured it out.

Enjoy when you should enjoy, and live when you should live.If China sends troops to attack after he succeeds to the throne, he will immediately contact the Chinese general and promise that he can surrender at any time, only to keep part of the gold and silver, and then move to China to become a rich man.

If his father never dies, and China plans to send troops, then he will directly join the governor of Yecheng, be a leading party to overthrow his father, and then donate his land and move to mainland China.

As for the life and death of Wandan's subjects, how could Prince Hayi care?

After figuring this out, Prince Hayi became happy again.He didn't like to listen to famous prostitutes singing, and magic and acrobatic performances were more exciting, so he went to Washe every day to watch the excitement.

I also heard that Meizizhou had built the "Wanmin Field", and the people were scrambling to go there, and Prince Hayi also rushed there.

There were so many people by the river, the government had to send the police to maintain order and ordered the people to wait in line to take the boat to Zhoudao.The ferry boats have long been insufficient, but the government is watching, and no one dares to overload them, otherwise they will definitely be fined.

Prince Hayi was also in line, and he brought a Javanese translator, so he knew what the people next to him were talking about.

Meizizhou is Jiangxinzhou in Nanjing. It was very small in the Song Dynasty, but it is now large enough.However, there are not many people on the island, and they are all sand people who ventured to reclaim land, and there is no embankment built, so it is easy to be submerged in a flood.

Floods occurred a few years ago, and hundreds of deserters on the island were drowned, and the government was powerless to rescue them unless they sent helicopters to pick them up.

There were only a thousand people in the whole island, and one tenth of them drowned at once, and they were still at the feet of the emperor. Emperor Zhao personally ordered the transformation of Meizizhou.

The government paid some money, and the merchants paid some money to build a circle of dikes around Meizizhou.

The merchants who paid the money were all licensed to buy land and build commercial facilities on the island.The land of the whole island is still cultivated by farmers, but an open-air stadium is built in the center, and shops and roads are built around the stadium.

After several years of construction, it is finally ready for use.

There are also stables in the stadium. In the future, you don’t have to go to the Royal Racecourse for riding horses or playing polo. After all, the Royal Racecourse is open for a limited time.

There is a track where horses can race.

It can also organize polo games, cuju games, gateball games, etc., operating on ticket revenue.In addition, the imperial court can gamble, but only in the stadium.Disputes over off-site gambling, when a lawsuit is filed, are all caught up and treated as gambling.

This is also why gambling in Nanjing has been repeatedly banned, and the court adopted a compromise policy, allowing anyone who wants to gamble to gamble on horses and football, leaving a channel for those guys to vent.

The islanders on Meizizhou can also increase their income, pick some melons and fruits, make some snacks, and sell them to those who come to play.

In addition, the ferry business can also increase employment.

Prince Hayi finally landed on the island by boat and found that the roads on the island were well repaired.On the inside of the dam, there is a circle of dirt roads around the island, while the road leading to the stadium in the center of the island is a stone road.

The ticket price of the stadium is not expensive, about the equivalent of five catties of white rice (ordinary ticket), you can play in the stadium for half a day, and ordinary people can come to consume it even if they bite their teeth.

There is a large flat ground in the center of the stadium, and the surrounding auditorium can accommodate three to four thousand people.

Prince Hayi sat down, and there was a lot of voices around, and the opening today was immediately full.The citizens of Nanjing, who have become rich, all want to come and see the strange, huge urban middle-class groups who need entertainment.

The first is a riding and archery show.

Several folk riders ran back and forth on their horses, made various thrilling moves, and even played the role of generals of the Three Kingdoms in single combat.

In this game, a sports star was born.

A certain rider wearing a red helmet and red armor won applause from thousands of spectators for his outstanding performance, and even nicknamed him "Little Lu Bu".

The second was a polo match, where spectators could pay money to bet on which team would win.

Next is the Cuju performance, which mainly shows the skills of playing ball.As early as the Southern Song Dynasty, Cuju developed two routes, one is based on the performance of ball skills, and the other is based on scoring competition.

Emperor Zhao personally improved the competitive Cuju rules, the volley goal was enlarged and placed on the ground, and a full-time goalkeeper was added.

After the Cuju performance is over, it will be a competitive Cuju competition.

The audience has never seen this kind of Cuju, and they don't know the rules at all.But I liked it when I watched it, because the competition was very fierce, and the audience was very upset by a few offsides. Why was it called a foul when it was almost a goal?

Prince Hayi also likes playing cuju. He was lucky and made some money from gambling.

Nanjing is so comfortable, there are so many interesting things, Prince Hayi doesn't want to go back to Banten.He has a lot of power in Banten, but that kind of life is too boring compared to Nanjing, and the food is not as rich as Nanjing.

After playing in the stadium for two consecutive days, Prince Hayi asked to see the emperor again. He wanted to reveal in advance that he was willing to betray the country.

Of course, it can't be said so badly.

It's not traitorous, it's attached!

Anyway, Wandan Kingdom will be finished sooner or later, and the sooner the country is betrayed, the more valuable it will be.As long as you get in touch with the Celestial Dynasty, you can find an opportunity to kill your own father, expropriate and collect more money, and then move to Nanjing with a huge amount of gold and silver. The mess in the country can be thrown to the court.

Chapter 963 [Second Prince]

Prince Hayi expressed his inner desire, but was reprimanded by Zhao Han, saying that the Celestial Dynasty would not covet the territory of the vassal state.

When he returned to Zhongshan Temple, he was soon rewarded again.

Officials from Honglu Temple came to pass the decree, saying that although the imperial court did not want to annex the vassal state, Prince Hayi was commendable for his loyalty, and specially rewarded 100 gold dollars and [-] silver dollars.

Prince Hayi held gold and silver coins in his hand, pondered for a long time, and probably understood what it meant, and then went to play happily.

A Yangtze River Navy ship sailed quickly from the lower reaches, and eleven soldiers landed one by one.

Judging by their clothes, you can tell they are naval reserve officers.

All in canvas military uniform and a large navy cap, but the epaulettes are blank.

The second prince, Zhao Kuangchen, will soon be 21 years old.

He first graduated from Huangcheng Middle School, then went to Jinling University for four years, but without any suspense, he didn't get his diploma.At this time, you can become a king, or you can extend your studies for one year (under the adjusted policy, college students can repeat for one year), and after you get your graduation certificate, you can take the imperial examination.

The royal family and clan have set the rules, and there are only two choices.One is to get the title honestly, with a dead salary, except not to rebel, and the rest is up to you;

Zhao Kuangtang wanted to try the third way. After graduating from Jinling University, he went to Chongming Naval Academy.