My father Zhu Gaoxu

Chapter 860 Crossing the Canal

Zhu Zhanhe stayed in the Port of Suez for a few days, during which Zhu Zhantan accompanied him to visit the port city.

The current Port of Suez has expanded three to four times compared to when the Han Dynasty first conquered it. The port in particular is extremely prosperous, with houses layered on top of each other. The seaport and the river port are connected, sometimes because of the ships entering and exiting the canal. So many that the number of ships had to be limited.

Three days later, Zhu Zhanhe and Zhu Zhantan set off on the same boat. They were able to enjoy the scenery on both sides of the canal along the way, which was very pleasant.

Originally, Zhu Zhanhe wanted to visit Cairo and take Helen, mother and son to see the later-famous Sphinx, but in the end, Zhu Zhantan persuaded him not to do so.

Although Cairo is the most famous city in Egypt and has long been occupied by the Han army, it is not peaceful there. Not only are there some sand thieves, but there are also people who are unwilling to be ruled by the Han and are operating secretly.

The time for the Han to capture Cairo was still too short. Although Zhu Zhantan and Zhu Yong sent people everywhere to attack the secret resistance forces, there were still many people lurking in the secret, with the largest number in Cairo. After all, it had the largest population in Egypt. It is a dense place, so it is not very safe for Zhu Zhanhe to go to Cairo now.

Zhu Zhanhe didn't have much to do himself, but he didn't want Helen and his son to take risks with him, so he finally gave up the idea. Now the main force of the Han Dynasty is used to maintain the Suez Canal, so for the time being, he can only keep a close eye on the situation in Cairo. Close one eye.

But when the Han Dynasty frees up its hands, those forces that secretly resist will definitely be severely punished by the Han Dynasty. After all, in order to maintain the safety of the canal, Cairo must be pacified.

"Brother, Brother Yong has been stationed at Port Mufas, guarding the rear for Brother Zhong. Now that Brother Zhong has annihilated the Ottoman navy, there should be no more threats, right?"

Zhu Zhantan stood at the bow of the boat, admiring the scenery on both sides of the canal, and asked Zhu Zhanhe next to him.

"This is indeed the case now, but although the Ottoman navy suffered heavy losses, its foundation is still there, so Zhang Zhong will continue to pursue the Ottoman navy, and even occupy the Black Sea Strait, dividing the Ottoman country into two. Only in this way can Trapped them on land.”

Zhu Zhanhe replied.

Zhu Zhanhe did not dare to underestimate the Ottomans, a rising regional power. You must know that in history, the Ottomans once spanned Europe, Asia, and Africa, and even beat Europe to the point where it could not lift its head.

To a certain extent, it was precisely because the Ottomans were so powerful that they forced European countries to go to sea to look for opportunities, which eventually led to the great geographical discovery. Therefore, Zhu Zhanhe had already made a decision to dismember the Ottomans and completely dismember them. Block their way of expansion so that he can rest assured.

"What about Mufas? Brother, didn't you promise him that you would help him seize the throne of Ottoman Sultan?"

Zhu Zhantan asked curiously again at this time, if Osman is dismembered, I am afraid Mufas will not be willing to do so.

"The reason why Mufas wants to seize the throne of Sultan is more because he wants to take revenge on his eldest brother, the Sultan. And with his ability, it is unknown whether he can succeed even with our help."

Zhu Zhanhe said with a faint smile.

Zhu Zhanhe had a very thorough understanding of Mufas. Although the opponent was ambitious and capable, in his current situation, it was already quite difficult to seize the Ottoman territories in Asia. As for defeating Europe and unifying the Ottomans, Mufas It doesn’t have this strength yet.

"That's true. Last time, there was news from Brother Zhong that they were preparing to escort Mufas to land and attack the Ottoman territory in Asia. We still need our troops to help. It is estimated that Mufas just has a foothold in the Ottomans. , it will take a lot of time.”

Zhu Zhantan nodded in agreement after hearing this. There are many ships on the Suez Canal. After all, this canal connects maritime exchanges between the East and the West. Specialties from various countries are transported to all parts of the world through this golden waterway. Therefore, since its opening, the entire canal has been operating at a high load.

The steam warship that Zhu Zhanhe and the others were riding represented the Han Dynasty's strongest force at sea, so the ships that came and went all gave way when they saw the warship.

When the foreign merchants saw the warships, they all looked in awe, while the Han merchants puffed up their chests proudly when they saw the warships, because wherever the Han warships went, they were merchants who could do business safely.

However, it was precisely because there were too many ships on the canal that the battleship could not increase its speed. It took a few more days to finally cross the canal and arrive at Port Mufas.

Zhu Yong had long known the news that Zhu Zhanhe was coming, so he came to the pier to greet him in person. When he saw Zhu Zhanhe disembarking from the boat, he also shouted in surprise, ran forward with two stubby legs, and He hugged Zhu Zhanhe and shouted excitedly: "Zhanhe, you've got it!"

"Brother Zhu, please be gentle. We haven't seen each other for a few years, and your hands are getting stronger and stronger!"

Zhu Zhanhe was hugged by Zhu Yong so hard that he couldn't breathe. The army is really a place where people are tested. Zhu Yong was two heads shorter than him, but he almost choked him in excitement.

"You are the laziest among the three of us. Don't sit all the time. It's always good to move your body more!"

Zhu Yong also laughed loudly when he heard this. He held Zhu Zhanhe's arm and looked at it carefully. After not seeing him for several years, Zhu Zhanhe was more mature and steady than before.

"I think so. Unfortunately, there are usually too many things to do, so it's hard to spare time. But this time I went out a lot more leisurely, and I took a break."

Zhu Zhanhe also said with a smile at this time. He was also looking at Zhu Yong. As he reached middle age, Zhu Yong was wider and stronger, but he also looked more like a big mouth.

"Brother Yong!"

Zhu Zhantan also smiled and stepped forward to say hello.

Zhu Yong was also very happy to see him. Then the three of them chatted for a while at the pier, and then Zhu Yong took him to the newly built Governor's Mansion. This is where Zhu Zhantan will work and live in the future, and some of the surrounding buildings It's not finished yet.

Zhu Yong had already set up a reception banquet at the Governor's Mansion, with Zhu Zhanhe sitting at the main seat, Zhu Yong and Zhu Zhantan accompanying him on both sides, and the three of them chatted while eating.

Zhu Yong mainly asked about Zhu Zhanhe's itinerary. Although Zhu Yong was worried about Zhu Zhanhe's safety when he came to Europe, he knew that since Zhu Zhanhe decided to come, he must have his reasons. , so he didn’t say much. In terms of security, he only needed to arrange more manpower protection in private.

"Brother Zhu, Brother Zhang, after he defeated the Ottoman navy, is there anything new?"

Zhu Zhanhe suddenly asked about Zhang Zhong's situation.

(End of this chapter)