Chapter 3927 Francis's Ambition

"Haha, Pope Francis, we share weal and woe. And as for me, although I am not very fond of the church, I think that today's church, generally speaking, has made a huge contribution to mankind. So, I am very I'm happy to cooperate with you." Lin Fengxiao said.

Francis nodded slowly. During his contact with Lin Feng, he discovered some of Lin Feng's hostility toward the church, which made him a little worried about whether his cooperation with Lin Feng would be long-term and enjoyable. But now the answer he got from Lin Feng made him feel more reassured. Although Lin Feng admitted that he did not like the church very much, he did not deny what the church was doing now. The basis for comprehensive cooperation between the two people in these nine provinces.

"I can give you a few blessings. The first one is that I will announce that the Vatican will temporarily break off diplomatic relations with Japan and South Korea. Until they can explain clearly the conspiracy with Benedict XVI, the Vatican will permanently separate from Japan and South Korea. Break off diplomatic relations between the two countries!" Francis said.

Lin Feng's eyes lit up. This is a good idea. But behind Japan and South Korea is the United States, and the United States is the hegemon in the world today. Its power cannot be affected by the church. Therefore, it is okay to blame, but it is difficult to rely solely on the church to severely punish Japan and South Korea. So, Lin Feng had an idea.

"I think it would be better for Pope Francis to ask the leaders of Japan and South Korea to come and apologize in person, and then give them a hard knock. Anyway, these two countries are rich, so instead of letting the matter end, it is better Take the opportunity to extort some money from these two countries," Lin Feng suggested.

Pope Francis thought for a moment with his eyes closed and nodded.

"But you don't mind letting them go like this?" Francis asked.

"Haha, it doesn't matter if we don't let them go. As long as the United States is still around, their status is here. I'm afraid I won't get any benefits. So, instead of getting nothing in the end, it's better to get some. Affordable." Lin Feng chuckled, "There is a saying in China that a thousand-mile dike is destroyed by an ant nest. If I knock a little bit today and a little bit tomorrow, it will add up to a lot. So, don’t rush it!”

Francis nodded.

"The other point is that I will announce the severance of diplomatic relations with Taiwan on behalf of the church. And decide on my next mission to China." Francis offered another extremely generous bargaining chip.

Although this was agreed before, it only refers to breaking off diplomatic relations with Taiwan. It does not say that Francis is going to China as an envoy, and it is the second stop. Of course, although this is the second stop in name, it is actually the first stop. Because the Vatican is located in Italy, the first stop for any pope has always been Italy. This is a sign of respect for Italy and respect for the history of the church.

Catholicism. It is one of the three major sects of Christianity, and its official name is "Roman Catholic Church" or "Roman Catholic Church". That is, the church led by the Pope in Rome. The term Catholic is used to refer to those who believe in the Roman Catholic theoretical system,

Christian believers, including morals, sacrificial rites, and dogma, and complete obedience to the Holy See. Originally founded by Jesus in Palestine. Early Christianity was brutally persecuted and suppressed by the Roman emperors. In 313 AD, Constantine I, the Western Emperor of the Roman Empire, issued the "Edict of Milan" in Milan, declaring that Christianity could enjoy freedom with all other religions without discrimination. Since then Christianity has become an officially recognized and legal religion.

In 1054 AD, due to the division of the Roman Empire into the Eastern and Western Roman Empire, the church in the Eastern Roman Empire split from Catholicism and split away to establish the Orthodox Church. The Catholic Church and its hierarchy, as a unique single church and institution, were now officially established. Today, the number of Catholic believers in the world is approximately 1.21 billion (2011), accounting for 17.5% of the world's total population. There are 130 Catholic archdioceses, 628 dioceses, and 129 dioceses and vicariates in the world.

But since the development of Catholicism, its headquarters has been in the Vatican and in Rome. It has become customary for a new pope to visit the Supreme Leader in Rome (and later the Supreme Leader of Italy) as his first stop. Therefore, the personal preferences of the new pope are often not visible at the first stop, but at the second stop, the personal preferences of the new pope can be seen from the countries he visits. For example, Benedict XVI visited Germany. It is obvious that he has a good impression of Germany, and it can be inferred that he must be rigid and conservative. Usually the country he visits for the second time will be more or less affected by some favorable aspects of the new pope.

Germany's economy originally ranked fifth in the world, but after Benedict XVI became the new pope the year before last, Germany's economy once again ushered in a blowout period, making its economy surpass the United Kingdom in one fell swoop and become the fourth largest economy in the world. You must know that Germany only has a population of more than 80 million and a land area of ​​370,000 square kilometers. Among the world's top ten economies, that is, the top ten countries in terms of economy, Germany has the least land, 20,000 square kilometers less than Japan. It also has the smallest population, with more than 40 million fewer people than Japan. But Germany's economy is the fourth in the world, which has to be said to be a miracle.

Although Germany's heavy industry has always been the strongest in the world, although it has experienced another rapid economic development after Benedict XVI came to power, which is related to its own quality and national potential, among them, Benedict XVI has The sixth life did play a big role.

Now, after becoming the new pope, Francis did not choose to go to his home country Argentina as the second stop, but to China, a country that had no international exchanges with the church before. This has to be said to be a heavy favor. At least after establishing diplomatic relations with the church, China's recognition in Western countries will be much higher, which is conducive to Chinese companies' investment in Western countries. Don't forget that Western countries have always criticized China for accusing China of being a country without faith. A country without faith is extremely terrible, at least in the West's cognition, such a country is extremely terrible.

But if China and the church formally establish diplomatic relations, then in the cognition of Western people, it is obvious that China is not that kind of extremely terrible country, the kind of dictatorship country that can do anything regardless of everything, exterminate humanity, and do anything. This change in cognition will bring about a great degree of change in the establishment of diplomatic relations and trade between China and the West.

"Pope Francis, thank you very much for this." Lin Feng exclaimed in surprise, "Then what are your conditions? There is no free lunch in heaven!"

Pope Francis smiled slightly. He was very satisfied with Lin Feng's attitude. He had studied Eastern culture, and Chinese culture occupies a very important position in Eastern culture. Therefore, he has studied China. This country has a lot of red tape and unnecessary courtesy. To some extent, the etiquette of this country is much more than that of their church, but the church at least does things more directly, while this country needs to go around in circles. Things that can be explained in one sentence, but people in this country like to say seven or eight sentences before going around in circles. This made Francis very confused and difficult to understand.

He was very afraid that Lin Feng would be like this. If Lin Feng also spoke like this, he would really faint. Fortunately, Lin Feng was very straightforward. It is very simple to talk to straightforward people.

"Mr. Lin, I heard that not long ago, you just attended the 100th birthday of Mr. Run Run Shaw, the leader of the Hong Kong film and television industry, right?" Pope Francis asked.

Lin Feng nodded. But it was strange why Francis asked this. This Run Run Shaw did not seem to believe in Catholicism. He believed in Buddhism more.

"Mr. Lin, how many people in this world do you think can live over 100 years old?" Francis asked.

Lin Feng shrugged. He really couldn't answer this question. How many people have lived over 100 years old? I haven't counted them, but they are definitely not many. Isn't there an old saying in China that 70 is rare in ancient times. There are not many people who can live to 70 years old. Including in modern times, most people don't live to see the Buddha before they are 70 years old. Of course, there are also many people who live to 80, 90, or even 100 years old, but the base of the entire earth's population is extremely rare. The vast majority, after 50 years old, are almost dead. Especially in China, most people die of various diseases. But why is Francis asking this? What does he want to do?

"Mr. Lin, I heard that you have a miracle doctor under your command, named Hua Shiqi, right? Of course, I don't know if I spelled it correctly, I only know a little bit of Chinese." Pope Francis said.

Hua Shiqi! When Hua Shiqi was mentioned, Lin Feng could roughly understand what Francis wanted to do. Obviously, it was either to see a doctor or to live a long life.

"Yes, very accurate, it's called Hua Shiqi!" Lin Feng praised.

"Mr. Lin, I heard that you also developed a functional drink called 'Qi Li', which can enhance human vitality and maintain vigor, and it is only sold in China, right?" Pope Francis asked again.

At this time, Lin Feng could be sure that Francis's conditions must be related to longevity.

"Pope Francis, your information is indeed very accurate. I wonder if you have any requirements? Just tell me!" Lin Feng said.

"Mr. Lin, in the history of the church, no pope has lived for more than 100 years, and I want to create this miracle. I hope to live for more than 100 years. Now I am just 71 years old, I hope I can live for at least another 29 years, create a history of the church, and leave my name in the church's pope years." Pope Francis said with ambition, "I hope I can be the first pope in the history of the church to live for more than 100 years, and I also hope that I can become the longest-serving pope in the history of the church, and the most accomplished pope! And for all this, I need Mr. Lin's support! This is my condition!" (To be continued)