Zheng Sen also agreed with Zheng Zhilong's sigh that the Manila ridge was too strong. In fact, although the Zheng family was able to develop, many places borrowed the power of the Spaniards and even hugged the Spaniards, it was precisely because of this that everyone in the Zheng family, from Zheng Zhilong to his brothers, and then to Zheng Sen's generation, knew how much money Spain had earned after occupying Luzon, and everyone drooled at the money. As the power of the Zheng family became increasingly powerful, everyone couldn't help but have the idea of ​​the Spaniards. Zheng Sen also analyzed that if Luzon was taken down, let alone Luzon's various rich mineral resources (compared to lack of coal and iron).

Taiwan, Luzon is a real treasure island), and after controlling Luzon, the scope of the protection fee can be increased. Moreover, the trade between China and Europe is completely a seller's market, and Chinese goods are not worried about sales. Even if they steal the Spanish, the Spanish probably can only come to the door to make money to make money. However, when the Zheng family built a series of bastions by themselves, and when the model army slaughtered me in Jinghai, the generals of the Zheng family had a new understanding of the defense of the bastion and realized that it was really a nightmare to win a bastion.

Zheng Sen also knew that in the original history, when Zheng Chenggong recaptured Taiwan, he had also besieged the Dutch Castle in Geranzha in Taiwan. This castle was just a relatively simple bastion. Compared with Manila, its bastion was far different in terms of its solidity, the number and firepower of the troops stationed in the army, as well as the hoarding materials. However, the Zheng family's army paid a heavy price in front of Geranzha, but made no progress. In the end, it could only rely on long-term siege to solve the problem.

But Manila is different. The number of troops there and the stockpiling of materials. After being besieged for several months, there was a serious shortage of food and fuel. However, according to the situation where the Zheng family arranged for the eyeliner in Manila, the materials that the Spaniards kept in Manila may be able to support for several years. They spread thousands of miles of seas, and then fought under the strong city for several years. Zheng Sen felt that there were too many variables and it was really difficult to make up his mind. If he wanted to quickly take down these bastions, Zheng Sen really didn't expect any good idea. After all, he could not compare to those guys who came through with large ships and a large number of industrial mother aircraft. He had all kinds of fresh things from 56.5 to RPG, from armored vehicles to large and Xinjiang. No man.

, He and the Spaniards did not have a technical generation difference. The only reliable way that Zheng Sen could think of was earthwork and tunnel digging. However, after inspecting these Espanyols, Zheng Sen found that this approach was impossible, because there was less soil and more stone near these bastions, and it was not suitable for geotechnical excavation at all. And even if it was suitable, it would still cost a huge sacrifice to attack in this way. In Zheng Sen's view, the "model army" he dragged up now was all treasures. It would be a pity if it was used in such a war of attrition. Besides, in the next few years, the situation in China will change very drastically. If the troops were trapped in Manila and missed the opportunity to interfere in the mainland situation, it would be a waste of watermelon and pick up sesame seeds.

"Dad, it's still difficult for us to capture Manila for the time being. Even if we wipe out the Spanish fleet on our side, it's still possible to force the Spanish to admit it and abide by our rules. However, this must be done first. But the second uncle is not here now, otherwise..." Zheng Sen said.

"Your second uncle is not here, my father is still here." Zheng Zhilong smiled, "Do you really think I am old? This warship fleet that acts as bait is led by your father and I personally. You bring those Thai ships yourself. Well, this operation, you can also bring Adu with you so that he can see it."

"Dad, Adu's younger brother is still young," said Zheng Sen.

Zheng Zhilong heard this and said, "Of course I know he is still young, and he is far less smart than you in the past. He is not a material for studying at all. He likes to play sticks without guns and sticks all day long. I think, as the saying goes, brothers fighting tigers, father and son soldiers. Now I guess the troubled times are coming again. I want to gain a foothold in this troubled times. It would be impossible to have some reliable and useful brothers. If Cao Cao had no Cao Hong and those Xiahou, he might not have had such achievements. Your younger brother was not very good at studying, but I think if he learned how to lead troops, it might be good. You can take him with him and let him have a long experience. If he is naughty and disobedient, you are the eldest brother, you can teach him a lesson honestly and unceremoniously."

Zheng Sen thought about it and said, "It's not impossible to do this. It's just..."

"Don't worry, your Aunt Zhuang agrees." Zheng Zhilong smiled, "Well, in addition, I also saw the girl named Li Xiangjun a few days ago..." Zheng Zhilong narrowed his eyes and smiled at Zheng Sen.

"Dad, the boy is just..." Zheng Sen wanted to explain a few words.

"There's nothing to be embarrassed about. You are now sixteen years old. It's normal for you to like beautiful girls..." Zheng Zhilong smiled, as if he wanted to say something, but he finally said, "That girl is pretty and smart. She knows how to be a sensible person. Although her background is not very good, being your main bedroom is absolutely impossible, but being a side bedroom is still OK. Moreover, I can see that this girl is still a virgin. A child as old as you, staying alone outside easily can't control herself. But if you have these things when you were too young, it will delay growing. Well, now you are actually at the time to talk about marriage. Now there are many people coming to ask the matchmaker. Do you have any ideas?"

"The child is all based on the arrangements of his father." Zheng Sen hurriedly stood up and bowed.

"Oh, it's a good thing to say that you've read a book, but you know more than us and see things farther than us. But there's also a bad thing, but there's too much etiquette! Get up and sit down. It's you who marry a wife, not you. How can you not have any ideas?"

Zheng Sen stood up with a smile, sat down on the chair, clasped his fists and said, "Dad, the child wants to take concubines to be talented and beautiful; marry a wife to be virtuous. The key to being a wife is to be virtuous, know the general, face major issues, not panic, not biased, be able to uphold the right path, and calm down. Only then can you maintain the stability of the inner house and be a good candidate. As for talented and beautiful, even the girl is the second."

Zheng Zhilong nodded and said, "My son is right. Now there are several candidates for the father, and he is still measuring it, but now he doesn't care about these things. Let's talk about your marriage until the Spanish has been resolved."

Zheng Sen nodded, and then said, "Dad, it's better to bring two fast traffic ships with him. There are many changes at sea. If something happens, the child cannot cooperate in time. This fast traffic ship accelerates quickly and is flexible, and can surpass any other ships in speed. In case of unfavorable... As the saying goes, if you stay in the green mountains, you won't be afraid of burning firewood..."

"Hahahaha." Zheng Zhilong laughed. He stood up, walked to Zheng Sen, reached out and patted his shoulder and said, "My son is indeed a filial son! Although you are worried that I can't beat the Spanish, I am very dissatisfied with your filial piety. I have stayed this ship. In addition, you should also bring a few such ships on your side - don't send them all for reconnaissance, you must leave one in the fleet!"

"The boy understands." Zheng Sen hurriedly replied.

...

Nelson and his fleet had not seen any ships on the route to Japan for several days. It seemed that the Zheng family had noticed his actions.

"Col. Do you think those Chinese will not come out?" asked Francis, the captain of the "Taotie". The "Praise" was hit during the battle two days ago, so he had to leave the fleet and return to Manila alone. Now Nelson has moved to the battleship "Taotie".

"It shouldn't be. The Zheng family won't give in easily on this route." Nelson said, "They haven't appeared during this period. Most of them want to concentrate the ships and escort the Junke ship, and fight us with the number advantage."

"So what can I do with many ships?" said Francis. "Just relying on those junglers, on such a vast sea, can't catch up with us at all. As long as we control the angle of attack, we can hit several of them in one boat."

"You're right," Nelson replied, but he still frowned.

"Mr. Colonel, in fact, we are invincible because of the advantage of speed. What are you worried about?"

"That's true, but I'm still a little worried. Well, you know, as long as there is a escort jungler, we can't lose all. After a big battle, even if we win, we might have to retreat and repair it, and then the channel will be opened up by them - in addition, there is a Thai-style fleet over them, and we can't help but keep some strength against them," said Nelson.

"Col. Don't you say that the losses of those ships are serious? I guess they are still under maintenance. There should not be too much threat in a short period of time."

"Yes, the guy who sent back this information is a veteran, and his judgment should be good." Nelson nodded, "and logically, the Zheng family's fleet will not fail to pay a huge price to defeat our escort fleet and capture the eight silver ships. Logically speaking, they will not be able to recover their combat effectiveness until next year, but I am just a little worried about the fleet."
Chapter completed!