But there were also those who secretly disagreed and opposed him.
The first one is Zhao Yong, a former staunch ally!
There was also Wei Ji, the ruler of the State of Wei.
Jiang Ming nationalized all arable land, effectively making all farmers in the country cultivate their land and produce grain for him.
All other officials at all levels, as well as the feudal lords, received salaries in gold coins, thus losing absolute control over the means of production.
As a result, the loyalty of their subjects to the monarch within their original country gradually weakened.
The situation in the State of Zhao is somewhat better.
Jiang Ming's role for Zhao Yong was that of the commander-in-chief of the Northern Cavalry Military Region, who would help Jiang Ming train his troops.
Since ancient times, the people of Yan and Zhao have been known for their fierce and unyielding spirit, which is why Jiang Ming entrusted this task to him.
However... recently, Jiang Ming's spy network reported to him that Zhao Yong intended to rebel.
He colluded with Wei Ji, the ruler of Wei, saying that Wei had grain, Wei had soldiers, Zhao had mines, and there was coal all over the mountains, so they could be independent and there was no need to listen to Jiang Ming's orders anymore!
Moreover, Zhao State has several large gold mines, and Zhao Yong also has the right to mint coins, so... they no longer want to be Jiang Ming's lackeys!
Power is always what men crave most!
Jiang Ming's governance over the past three years has yielded initial results, but it has also made the feudal lords of the land understand... how this political and economic game should be played.
Countries and regions with a single industrial chain have no choice but to follow Jiang Ming's orders!
Otherwise, impose economic sanctions on it.
However, the vast territory and abundant resources of Shanxi provided them with the basis for rebellion!
Just like the State of Wei.
Almost the entire country is located in the production area, making it Jiangming's granary!
If Wei Ji betrayed Jiang Ming and retaliated against him, it would indeed cause Jiang Ming a lot of trouble!
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