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Chapter 138 The Spaniards are here

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On April 27, Long Yufei held a banquet at the palace to entertain the Chinese representatives who had withdrawn from Dutch Indonesia. These people, a total of dozens of people, were all leaders of local Chinese. Most of them were big merchants, big workshop owners or big planters. However, as the Chinese retreated from Dutch Indonesia, all their unbearable property was abandoned, which reduced the property of everyone by half.

However, although the property has been lost a lot, as long as the person is fine, it is a blessing. No matter how much money you have, you have to spend your life! If Xinhua Kingdom had not helped them, they would probably not even be able to save their lives, and those property would be divided up by the indigenous people and the Dutch.

At the banquet, Long Yufei, the senior officials of New China, had a great time talking with these Chinese representatives. Although everyone still had a sad face, they were full of confidence in their new life in the future. These Chinese representatives did not bring much money to leave in a hurry, but at least they could live a life without worries about food and clothing.

"Everyone, calm down, Your Majesty the King has good news to tell them!" At the end of the dinner, Premier Li Decheng of the State Council said.

Everyone raised their heads and looked at Long Yufei, not knowing what good news Long Yufei wanted to tell them.

"Everyone! After discussion with the State Council, I decided that from tomorrow, all Chinese who have lost in this turmoil can register your losses in the relevant departments of the State Council! After the New Chinese Army defeated the Dutch and occupied the entire Dutch Indonesia in the future, your property will be returned to you!" Long Yufei announced solemnly.

"What? Can you return the property to us in the future?" The Chinese representatives exclaimed, and many of them cried with joy. Most of them thought that the property would not be returned. But they did not expect that Long Yufei would actually make such a promise. After arriving in Xinhua, they also knew that Xinhua's current strategic focus was on dealing with the Spaniards. If they wanted to attack Dutch Indonesia, they would probably have to wait for a while. However, this at least gave them a hope!

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Many Chinese representatives expressed their gratitude to Long Yufei. For them, this is indeed a great thing!

"However, I hope everyone can register your losses in a realistic way. Any false statement will be severely punished by the kingdom!" Long Yufei finally warned. He knew that there must be someone who would be clever. Among the Chinese, there have always been many such people. Returning everyone's lost property to everyone is for the sake of compatriots. If someone wants to make money with this, I'm sorry, and they will be punished until they lose everything. The advantage of Xinhua is not so easy to take!

"Don't worry, Your Majesty. If anyone dares to lie, I will definitely not forgive him!" A white-haired old man said immediately. He is the Chinese leader of Batavia, Chen Xi, his family, and is also the leading big family in Dutch Indonesia. During this turmoil, he also suffered heavy losses!

"Well! In addition, you can borrow money from Xinhua Bank to invest in industry. The collateral is the property you lost in this turmoil! This will also help everyone restore their strength!" Long Yufei continued. Xinhua Bank's commerce is not very developed and needs to be promoted. Most of the Chinese families who came to Xinhua from Dutch Indonesia are engaged in this area. With his joining, Xinhua Bank's business will undoubtedly be more prosperous. As for their financial losses due to this turmoil, they can borrow money from them. Anyway, if they have those collaterals, they are not afraid that they will be undone.

Long Yufei's second decision made the Chinese representatives even more excited. Xinhua is developing rapidly, and in this process, there are undoubtedly a lot of business opportunities. Not long after they arrived in Xinhua, they planned to invest. However, most of them were short of money. Now, with the king's promise, they can use the lost property as collateral to borrow money from Xinhua Bank, which undoubtedly gave them sufficient capital.

Many Chinese representatives thanked Long Yufei for their help. The families of these Chinese representatives are good at doing business. After solving the capital problem, they will inevitably develop better, thus driving the rapid economic development of Xinhua.

The current fiscal revenue of Xinhua Kingdom mainly comes from war plunder, including plundering of indigenous peoples and defeated countries. The proportion of tax revenue is relatively low, which is extremely abnormal. In the early days of the establishment of the country, there may not be much problem. However, with the continuous development of the country, industry and commerce can become the foundation of a country. External plunder can promote the development of industry and commerce, but it cannot replace the role of industry and commerce. Long Yufei's painstaking support for Xinhua Kingdom's industry and commerce is due to this consideration. After all, he hopes that Xinhua Kingdom can continue to develop and continue to grow, rather than a short-lived country!

"Your Majesty, I have a request, please let Your Majesty agree!" At the end of the banquet, Chen Xi suddenly fell to the ground and said in a trembling voice.

"Mr. Chen, please tell me if you have anything to do! You don't have to give such a big tribute!" Long Yufei said quickly.

"Your Majesty, because of the damn natives and Dutch people, our home is gone. Although Your Majesty has helped us rebuild our home! However, we have to hold this deep bloody revenge with the Indonesian natives and the Dutch people! I beg Your Majesty to agree to allow our children to join the army, and in the future they can kill those enemies and avenge their dead compatriots!" Chen Xi said sadly and angry. This unrest undoubtedly caused great harm to these Chinese people. Many of their relatives died in this unrest. Although they escaped by chance, everyone always wanted to avenge their dead relatives and compatriots.

"Beg your Majesty to agree!" The other Chinese representatives also knelt down and asked.

"Okay! I agree to your request! Whether it is the army or the navy, they will be recruited from your children. The Fourth Navy Fleet is being formed, and those who are good at sailing can register. For the army, the 11th Brigade and the 12th Brigade will begin to be formed! These two brigades can be mainly composed of Chinese children withdrawn from Indonesia! When our army set foot on the Indonesian archipelago in the future, they will become the pioneers!" Long Yufei said to everyone. Recruiting more than 10,000 people from more than 200,000 Chinese people to join the army, which Long Yufei and the military have long discussed. Unexpectedly, these Chinese people proposed it first, just in line with Long Yufei's wishes.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Chief of General Staff Niu Meng took the order.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" The Chinese representatives got up one after another.

After the Chinese who withdrew from Dutch Indonesia and joined Xinhua, the population of Xinhua further increased, which also enhanced the strength of Xinhua. In terms of industry and agriculture, it was able to absorb a large number of people. At the same time, the military also recruited more than 10,000 young and strong people. The total population of Xinhua now reaches 600,000. Although it is far from comparable to the indigenous people in Nanyang, it is already the largest among the many Chinese forces. In addition, the population is still transporting from China every month, and the total population of Xinhua is increasing every month!

While expanding the army and preparing for war, Xinhua closely monitors the movements of the Nanyang region. The two major Western forces in the Nanyang Ocean, the Dutch have become enemies of Xinhua. After the Spanish counterattack was resolved, Xinhua will attack the Dutch. The British's attitude is still unclear, but the British have not given up their invasion of Borneo. The places they invaded were mainly the Brunei Sultanate in northern Borneo. However, because the British's current strength is mainly invested in India, their investment in South China Sea is limited. However, in the long run, the New China and the British are absolutely

Those who will not become friends. The British also have great ambitions for Nanyang. The rise of Xinhua Kingdom undoubtedly blocked the British's path to expanding to the east. Therefore, there will inevitably be a battle between Xinhua Kingdom and Britain. Of course, if Xinhua Kingdom can defeat the Spaniards and the Dutch one after another, this will also make the British dare not underestimate Xinhua Kingdom. As time goes by, Xinhua Kingdom will become stronger and stronger. At that time, it may not be without the strength to compete head-on with Britain. After all, Xinhua Kingdom is based in Nanyang and can wait for it. If the British want to go thousands of miles to expedition Xinhua Kingdom, it will be extremely difficult.

Amid the expectations of Xinhua Kingdom, the Spanish expeditionary force finally arrived.

On May 21, 1838, the Spanish Expeditionary Force entered the Strait of Malacca. The vast fleet consisted of hundreds of ships, which made the rampant Malacca pirates flee and did not dare to make any decisions. The huge fleet was warships of the Spanish Navy, and the middle was a merchant ship carrying the army. In order to retake Luzon, the Spanish Kingdom spent a lot of money this time and sent the main force of the army and navy to bypass half of the earth and come to destroy this small Chinese country that dared to provoke Spain.

This huge expeditionary force set out in December last year. When Spanish Governor Anthony Pedro fled back to Madrid in a panic, he was severely scolded by Queen Isabella II and almost lost his life. Governor Anthony Pedro destroyed his strength and saved his life. However, Queen Isabella II also asked Governor Anthony Pedro to make meritorious contributions and follow the Expeditionary Force to go to Southeast Asia. After all, he has been the Governor in Luzon for several years, which is quite familiar!
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