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Chapter 485 Etiquette

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    "The decline of the Portuguese Empire and the Franchi Emperor proved that simple plundering may bring about short-lived prosperity, but it will eventually lead to decline. The prosperity of the Netherlands means that trade brings  The benefits are far greater than those brought by simply looting gold and silver. The Kingdom of England has obviously seen this pattern, so you have been operating in the name of the East India Company in the Mughal Empire for decades, even though it has been very  It has become stronger, but it has not yet occupied this country. Because you know that trade brings vital benefits, not like what Portugal and France did, which seemed to rob countless gold and silver.  In fact, it has declined."

    In the 14th year of Chongkang, on the night of the 20th day of the first lunar month, Jia Cong faced three Anglians invited from Tianzhu by Gao Liliang, a Frenchman.

    One of them is an English baron named Charles Grey.

    He is an old man with a bald forehead and a high nose.

    Looking at Jia Cong who was talking eloquently, the three people couldn't help but look at each other after hearing what he said.

    They simply could not imagine that in the far East, in this powerful, wealthy but closed and backward country, there would be a young man who knew the West so well.

    He is so young, yet so calm and wise.

    Baron Gray paused, shrugged and said: "I admit that what you said is very exciting, but can you explain again that Portugal, France and the Netherlands are all small countries, why did the first two plunder and return to such a great state?  There is a lot of gold and silver wealth, but it is not as beneficial as the Netherlands' trade?"

    In fact, Jia Cong could roughly understand Baron Gray's English, but he still looked at Gao Liliang, waiting for him to translate.

    After the big-nosed Gao Liliang repeated the words, Jia Cong nodded slightly, and then smiled and said: "Gold and silver are just a kind of currency after all. They have no meaning in themselves, except that they look good. The value of currency lies in circulation and the convenience of goods.  Exchange, this is the ultimate mission of gold and silver in the world today. The goods they exchange are the real wealth. Portugal and Franji did not see through this, but plundered massive amounts of gold, silver and gems back to their countries.  However, the total number of goods in their country is certain and the currency increases too much. It is inevitable that the prices of goods will start to rise. This is a real disaster for ordinary people. This is the reason for their decline. But the Netherlands  Different, they robbed less, but carried out more trade. They opened up countless trade routes for the people in the country, turned the people's labor force into wealth, and brought back abundant commercial goods from all over the world for domestic enjoyment at low prices.  .That¡¯s why they are so powerful.¡±

    When the three Baron Grays heard this, their expressions were extremely solemn. They looked at Jia Cong with increasing scrutiny and asked, "Since the Netherlands is so powerful, why did you choose us and Portugal?"

    Jia Cong still smiled and said: "Because the Netherlands is too small, with a small country and small people, the land, population and domestic resources have greatly limited their sustainability and stamina. In addition, they are too lax.  The political system does not have a strong power center, and they cannot compete with their opponents There is no doubt that it will be gradually replaced by England and France. But it cannot be denied that their model is worthy of all countries  Study, that is, the benefits gained from trade are greater than robbery!"

    Baron Gray held his hands in front of him, covering the bridge of his nose and half of his face, leaving only a bare forehead and a pair of eagle-like eyes looking at Jia Cong, saying: "Of course we are willing to start business with your country, this is ours  Original intention and mission. But haven¡¯t you already reached an agreement with the Portuguese people? Why are you coming to us again?¡±

    When Gao Liliang and Jia Cong were translating, both of them were full of resentment.

    He still wants to take advantage of this opportunity to make a fortune again. All his previous savings have been swallowed up by the sea

    Jia Cong smiled and said: "I heard that the Portuguese people are too stubborn. If they knew how to adapt, they would not be in this situation today. Therefore, I have reservations about whether Miss Capet can convince the family. Moreover,  Many of their production technologies are lagging behind, and the quality of their products is not very good. Therefore, I cannot place all my hopes on them.

    This is why I very much welcome you to open a factory in Daqian and seek common interests.  I think that if you bring enough goods back to England, it will not only make you rich, but also strengthen your country.  As the current earl and future duke of Daqian, I will protect your interests.  I hope Daqian can establish diplomatic relations with your country, communicate with each other, and respect each other's customs and beliefs.  "

    After hearing this, Baron Gray looked at Jia Cong for a while and couldn't help but smile: "I now understand why you were able to convince the clever angel of the Capetian family. You are one of the few enlightened people we have seen in the East.  .It is also the firstSitting on the concubine's couch in the boudoir, she was lost in thought, while Zijuan and Xiaoba were busy around.

    She doesn¡¯t have many other things, except that she has too many books that are too heavy. Fortunately, Xiaoba is there, otherwise the rhododendron would have been destroyed by exhaustion.

    Although Jia Cong will be back in a few days and will take her back to Beijing, Daiyu doesn't feel too happy.

    According to her original preparation, they might stay in Yangzhou for two years, or three years, or even longer

    However, she never thought that she would bring her father to Beijing so soon

    There is nothing else to be afraid of, just

    How should she face her

    Thinking of this, a gloomy look appeared in Daiyu's eyes.

    When I was feeling sad, suddenly, a red chicken appeared in front of my eyes.

    The gloomy color in Daiyu's eyes instantly solidified, shattered, and turned into the color of spitting fire. She gritted her teeth angrily and said: "Little Jiao'er, you are seeking death again!!"

    Having already found a pattern, he reached to the side and grabbed a soft female doll. With a pull, he pushed it down on the concubine's bed.

    "Little Jiao'er held the red egg in one hand, giggling and begging for mercy: "Good girl, I don't dare to do it anymore, I don't do it anymore!"

    Daiyu said angrily: "It's happened several times. Every time I don't care about you, you bully me. I won't let you go this time!"

    With that said, he picked up a wild duck feather duster from the side. After hesitating for a moment, he still hardened his heart and slapped Xiao Jiao'er hard on her butt twice, and then went to observe her expression.

    Seeing that Xiao Jiaoer was still giggling, Daiyu was furious and slapped her twice more hard, which made her hands hurt.

    Then I saw that Xiao Jiao'er finally stopped laughing, but she still held a red chicken egg and handed it to Daiyu. Just when Daiyu became really angry and decided to let Xiao Ba take action, Xiao Jiao'er's big eyes were full of tears.  With a serious expression, she said in a rustling voice: "Girl, just eat the red chicken. I can't even remember what happened before entering the house. I just remember that my mother said that before she gave birth to me, my mother could eat two red chickens."  , maybe she won¡¯t die. You can eat, girl, you can eat"

    Hearing this, Daiyu looked at Xiao Jiao'er's big bright eyes, the duster in her hand suddenly fell to the ground, two tears fell, she took Xiao Jiao'er and hugged her

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