For nearly two months starting in late May 1637, as the navy left Houhai defense empty, the activities of British partnership joint-stock companies near the east coast gradually increased frequently, and then reached ** in mid-July. For this reason, the trade in Colonia City had to be temporarily closed, which announced the disappearance of the last source of wealth on the east coast.

To resolve this passive situation, the Ministry of Trade and the Ministry of Army jointly organized an operation to open up a land trade line, which aims to open up two major transportation lines from the East Coast towns to Buenos Aires and Asuncion to restore trade currently under the threat of pirates.

Just when the East Coast was in a state of turmoil, the British were not having a good time at the moment. The traditional struggle between the king and the parliament, which began with Charles I's father, gradually escalated, and the conflict between the two sides became increasingly sharp as the king wanted to attack the Scottish Presbyterians. The atmosphere between the emerging large-scale bourgeois merchants, enlightened and conservative aristocrats, and the church became increasingly tense. Some pessimistic people even believed that war would break out between the two sides sooner or later.

The attention of the colonial trading company, an important force in the parliament, is gradually attracted by the increasingly tense domestic situation. As for the East Coast, which is more than 10,000 nautical miles away, who cares? Moreover, in order to blockade and stifle the maritime transportation lines of the East Coast people, the company alliance led by the East India Company has invested no less than 50,000 pounds in funds, and has also paid a considerable price for several ships to sink and hundreds of sailors to suffer casualties.

Just invest money, as long as you can squeeze the textiles of the East Coast people out of the European and New World markets, it is worth it even if you invest another 50,000 pounds. For the big market worth hundreds of thousands of pounds that both sides compete for, this early investment is not expensive. But the British have calculated it very much, but they did not count the dark horse that broke out from the lowlands - the Dutch.

Yes. That's right! The Dutch took advantage of the market vacuum left by East Coast textiles after they withdrew from Europe and the New World, and with their textile technology that was superior to the British and its developed domestic transportation capacity, they seized these markets in the first time, keeping British goods firmly out of the door.

The British guys who were not from inside and outside were immediately depressed. They worked together to fight with the East Coast people, but the Dutch people who made the final profit were the ones. In addition, something that broke out in China at this time increased the tension between the parliament and the king, so the East Indian companies wanted to withdraw from the East Coast.

Of course, how to get out is also a technical job. At least the British still have an absolute advantage at sea, completely cutting off the lifeline on which East Coast people rely for survival. The East India Company can completely rely on this advantage to seize enough benefits from East Coast people to slightly make up for their losses.

After the East Coast government once again expressed sincerity in the peace talks through the Portuguese, the British East India Company finally "reluctantly" agreed to this "excessive" request. They sent two representatives to St. Vicente, a negotiation venue that had been agreed with the East Coast people.

On the balcony, two British envoys were chatting easily.

"Cheny, Mr. Hampton of Buckinghamshire was found guilty by the Treasury Department's court. Seven of the twelve judges succumbed to the pressure of the king, who believed that it was completely legal for the king to collect ship taxes." It was still early. Senator Russell Smith, who came from the East India Company Council, held a cup of coffee and drank it while chatting with his companions.

"It's ridiculous!" Cheney Coward, the big businessman of the Merchant Adventure Company, sneered. Then he said: "Mr. Hampton's defense attorney, Mr. Oliver John, claimed that he had been intimidated by unidentified persons before appearing in court, but no one paid attention to him. Some of the twelve judges were confidants of Lord Coventry, some of the king's lackeys of the king's lackeys, the Count of Manchester, and the remaining several honest gentlemen were unable to make changes. The ancient tradition was ruthlessly trampled on, which was really terrible."

"The king has been levied for three consecutive years. He is trying to turn this temporary tax into a regular tax. Moreover, the scope of taxation last year was no longer limited to coastal counties, and even subjects in the inland areas had to pay ship tax. This has seriously violated the Magna Carta of Freedom and violated the ancient tradition. The king's appetite has become bigger and bigger, and he is becoming more and more unscrupulous. We must restrict him through parliament." Russell Smith is a member of the House of Commons and a staunch parliamentary faction who has always advocated restriction of the royal power to people.

"Since three years ago, the king has collected hundreds of thousands of pounds of ship tax so far, but the royal family's debt has increased and its debt in London alone exceeds 300,000 pounds. Extravagant, levying heavy taxes, despising traditions, and the king openly expressed his envy of the absolute power of France and the Spanish monarchs, and even tried to form a large-scale standing army. It is no wonder that the gentlemen of the company have to withdraw from the quagmire of the East Coast, throwing 200 pounds of funds every day in this quagmire, but not getting anything. If it were me, I would not tolerate such a loss-making business." Coward said a little discouraged, "What's more, the despicable Dutch are still watching our jokes behind the scenes, and the East Coast fleet has not been eliminated by us, and everything is terrible."

"The gentlemen of our board of directors agreed that it was time to end the boring game with the East Coast people. The king was forming his own army, which was dangerous. In order to ensure that freedom was not trampled, we must invest limited funds in more important places. Otherwise, we will live a miserable life every day like the knights and barons who were scattered by the king and were burdened with huge debts." When it comes to the tragic situation of the little nobles who were heavily in debt, both of them felt sad.

"Two gentlemen, the negotiating envoys of the East Coast people have arrived." Blanco Almeda walked into the balcony and said to the two British people.

"Ah, Blanco, you don't have to be so reserved. Are the East Coast people coming? Let them come over. The air on the balcony is fresh, and it's a good place for negotiations." Russell Smith raised the coffee in his hand and said with a smile.

Blanco nodded, then turned around and walked out. After a while, two East Coast negotiators walked in.

Gomo and Bai Siwen arrived at Saint Vicente this morning. Due to the blockade of sea routes, they rode war horses all the way through warriors under the escort of two platoons of cavalry, crossed the Geral Mountains, and went through a lot of hardships to reach Saint Vicente in southern Brazil.

The journey was long and dangerous, but in order to end the war as soon as possible and resolve the domestic economic difficulties, this hard work is nothing. The two set off from Dongfang Port on August 1, and the long journey of riding for half a month, the flesh on their hips and flesh were worn out layer by layer on layer by layer. When they first got off the horse, they felt like they were crocodile legs. Moreover, because they were anxious and angry, there were even two blisters on the corner of Gao Mo's mouth.

When the two dusty East Coast representatives walked into the room, the English did not even stand up to express their due manners. Only Blanco invited them attentively to sit down on the balcony, and even brought them a pot of tea from the Far East.

Blanco gave a brief introduction to both sides and left, and then the negotiations quickly got to the point.

"Mr. Smith, we came here with great sincerity in this peace talks. I hope you will be cautious about your words and deeds and not offer any inappropriate conditions, as this will make us doubt your sincerity." Gao Mo, as the main negotiator, took the lead in speaking to the British.

"The winner has the right to make reasonable suggestions." Smith raised his head reservedly, looked at Gaomo with green eyes and said, "Then, we will get to the point directly. We can make appropriate concessions on the request in April, that is, the compensation can be reduced to 100,000 pounds, and some markets in the New World can be transferred to you East Coast people at their discretion. However, you must share the latest textile technology with us. This condition is not allowed to be discussed. Please consider it carefully."

"Sorry, I have not been authorized to negotiate any textile technology transfer agreement. We don't think there is any possibility of negotiation for this." Gao Mo refused. Just kidding, you British people have mastered the latest textile machinery and technology. With your large number of workers, strong financial strength and broad personal connections, how can we East Coast people get along?

"East Coast people, don't refuse so quickly. In fact, if we want, you will be blocked in the South Atlantic Ocean, and you won't make a penny. If you are willing to share technology with us, it is not impossible for me to reduce your compensation amount. How about it, my conditions are already very tolerant. Think carefully, East Coast people, don't try to provoke our patience again." Russell Smith said in an intense tone, but it can still be seen from his words that they have made some concessions.

However, their conditions are unacceptable. Spinning machines, weaving machines, and cotton gins are strictly confidential technologies on the East Coast, and no one has the right to take them out for transactions.

Gao Mo and Bai Siwen looked at each other and saw the helplessness in each other's eyes. "Mr. Smith, I'm sorry, the latest textile technology is the core secret of our country, and we cannot accept the consequences of its spread. Moreover, the amount of compensation of 100,000 pounds is also a bit too high. We are willing to make some humanitarian compensation for the protracted war between the two sides, but the amount will not exceed 10,000 pounds. Sorry, 100,000 pounds is something we cannot accept."

"So, can I think the negotiations have ended here? We have not reached any positive agreement and the war will continue?" Cheney Coward, who had not spoken, spoke.
Chapter completed!