From the beginning of the attack on Sun Quan to the present, winter has arrived in a blink of an eye.

Generally speaking, in such weather, all the princes will not fight to the outside world casually. After all, in the era of no cotton or down jackets, the only result of fighting in the middle of winter is that at least more than half of the soldiers will lose non-combat troops.

And even if they meet the enemy alive, others can force the enemy to retreat by waiting for the key points unless they plan to hold on to it for a winter there.

Now there have been some changes. In early winter, the weather is not very cold. Not to mention this time, even in late winter, these practitioners still have a certain ability to resist the cold weather, not to mention that the main battlefield of their battle this time is in the south, and there is no possibility of being too cold.

At most, it is to thicken the armor and leather armor to ensure that the battle will not be too bloated in winter, and at the same time it will not make the soldiers feel too cold. That's all. Fighting in winter is not something that the princes are concerned about in southern China.

But for Liu Ming, who is far north of the Yellow River, he had to change into a warm down jacket, which was a clothes filled with duck feather down. He and his family each had a set, which was the main product of the Liu Chamber of Commerce this year.

Indeed, they are all practitioners, but it does not mean they are not afraid of the cold and heat. Everyone likes to lie in a comfortable bed in winter and in a cool and comfortable air-conditioned room in summer.

Therefore, since there are down jackets that make you feel warm and comfortable, why do you still wear a single dress to go out to the streets to show that you are strong and healthy?

Down jackets have appeared, and they are sold in the north, especially in Mengzhou and the boundaries north of Mengzhou. As long as there is conditions, they will buy one to wear. Of course, a new coal stove with coal cakes as the main fuel is also the first choice for many families.

The people under Liu Ming's rule are getting better and better life. There are various cash crops and crops that are not taken care of in the farmland, and there are always jobs in the city that are always short of people. Under such a virtuous cycle, the people's pockets have increased more money, and the tax rate reform has further increased the silver in their pockets.

However, the people in China all have a common problem, that is, they like to save money. Fortunately, the bank is open and there is interest in depositing money. In addition, Liu Ming has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, so everyone is willing to believe in the bank.

The money was deposited in the bank. Under Zhang Xue's operation, part of the money was used to lend, part of it was used to cash, and the remaining part was used to invest. There were no stocks these days, but now the bank also has its own caravan, several processing plants, several farms and ranches.

And all of this has gradually become tax revenues and entered the national treasury. Of course, this is the treasury belonging to the government under Liu Ming's command, not the treasury of the Han treasury.

"Are you still used to the work of the Hanlin Academy?" It was rare that nothing happened in the rear. Liu Ming called the top three of the imperial examinations to ask questions. Of course, the people who spoke were Zhao Xue and Zhuge Liang.

"This is the first time we have come into contact with such a job, but we have to admit that this new administrative model is more complete and closer than before." Zhuge Liang slapped his feather fan with great pretentiousness.

I heard that this was made by his wife for him. It was not only used to cool off, but also to see things and think of others. In fact, Liu Ming wanted to say that Zhuge Liang, who lacked the feather fan, had a little less smell when he pointed to the country. Uh, it wasn't that Zhuge Liang liked to slap his butt to others... Of course, it wasn't that the feather fan had the smell of a species of bird...

"I just want to ask when we can become a regular person." Zhao Xue asked cleverly.

After all, she is a woman, and even if she asks questions directly, it will only give people a playful feeling. If Zhuge Liang asks questions, it will inevitably give people the impression of being eager for quick success and instant benefits.

"It's safe to worry. All departments are starting out and many places need staff. You will be transferred to various departments at any time. This time will not be too long. Of course, if you are willing to lower the transfer, you can give you the identity of a county magistrate." Liu Ming said with a smile.

Speaking of the county magistrate, Zhuge Liang and Min were more or less moved, but who didn't want to be close ministers of the emperor. After a few years of release, God knows whether the emperor had any of them in his heart when the communication situation was not good, so he couldn't say that he could come back. Compared with other people transferred to the Hanlin Academy, the competitiveness was much worse.

Therefore, even if they may be so moved by the identity of the county magistrate, they will not choose to let go.

"Okay, while there is no war in the rear, I have time today. Why don't you talk about your feelings about me? What exactly is not good enough, what is bad, and how to correct it? If it is said well, I have a lot of rewards here, so don't be too serious, just treat it as playing a game." Liu Ming suddenly said to them on a whim.

Perhaps it is because the Prime Minister of Shu in that time and space are in front of him at this moment.

All three of them were thinking, but Zhuge Liang had no intention of thinking. Liu Ming knew that he was not humble, but he was just afraid that he was confident at this moment.

"Did Kong Ming have already made some mistakes?" Liu Ming naturally would not let him continue to show off.

"The lord's administrative model is already perfect, and there is no need to improve it, but his control over the territory is still a little short of it. At least I think that since the lord has already developed printing technology and improved papermaking technology, a complete political system and talent selection system, the lord's appeal and influence in the north are so strong, so why not take advantage of the opportunity of resisting the invaders and make certain rectifications on the families under his leadership.

Some time ago, our army in Liangzhou took the initiative to shrink its defense line. I am afraid that the lord also plans to reveal the true colors of those aristocratic families. In fact, using the lord's means and status to rectify the aristocratic families, there is actually no need for trouble. Anyway, they will offend them in the end. So why do you still care about the issue of not being excuses? Could it be that if you have an excuse, the other party can't see it?

The biggest advantage of rectification now is that resistance will be reduced to the minimum, because if they agree to rectification, they will receive a lot of compensation, and their family can continue to continue; if they don’t agree, it will be easier. You only need to declare that they are spies to the three princes in the south. At that time, even if you let their family be destroyed and the whole family dies, the people under your rule will not have any opinions. As for the losses, the lord still needs to rely on the help of the aristocratic family to manage the land and soil well." Zhuge Liang talked happily.

It means only one thing, but it does scratch the itch in Liu Ming's heart.

"Lord, Kong Ming's statement is reasonable. The last scientific examination has already made scholars in the world know how to take the exam. Ours has also specially distributed such reference books and instructions. At the same time, we are also vigorously popularizing education in primary and secondary schools, selling various books at a fair price. We do not deny that a large part of the books sold were bought by the profiteers in the south and resold them, but many of them still flowed into the hands of the people.

The "Thousand Character Classic", "Three Character Classic" and "Hundred Family Names" compiled by the Lord can be said to be well-deserved enlightenment books. What is rare is that these books all have pinyin, and the book "Pinyin" is a unique book of all time, not to mention the two masterpieces "Huaxia Dictionary" and "Huaxia Dictionary" edited by the Lord.

As long as we are determined, we will get more talents in the next scientific expedition. No matter how big our territory is, we will have all the talents we need, because the older group of talents have already met the conditions for promotion.

Under such circumstances, the influence of the aristocratic families on our territory has been reduced to the extreme. In such circumstances, if they are more obedient, then it is natural for everyone to be good. If they are disobedient, then let them migrate to the south. If they dare to make trouble, then they can simply destroy them all." Min confiscated a lot of horses, and finally said it was very vicious.

Obviously, this guy was angry with many aristocratic families during his days as a fortune teller.

Zhao Xue, who was standing aside, didn't say anything. She knew that Liu Ming had made a decision in her heart at this moment and she didn't need to continue fanning the flames.

"Zhao Xue, what do you think?" Liu Ming turned his head and asked.

"I also agree with their proposal." Zhao Xue was stunned at first, then said excitedly.

She doesn't speak largely because she is a woman, so she tries not to interrupt when men talk. After all, this was an impolite expression in ancient times, but Liu Ming's inquiry said that he valued her very much, otherwise he would not have deliberately asked her for her opinion.

"After all, you are an editor of the Hanlin Academy and a serious civil servant. Since you are a discussion, you naturally have the right to speak. In this case, don't always worry about men and women." Liu Ming said to her very seriously.

Zhao Xue is a typical example he finally set. If she is not good enough, she will lose face.

"Yes." Zhao Xue replied excitedly.

After a conversation, Liu Ming, who had originally attracted the attention of the war in the south, had something else to do, but this was obviously not good news for the aristocratic families he ruled.
Chapter completed!