Think About It

  In terms of administrative power, the British aristocracy was also greatly restricted.

  In the 18th and 19th centuries, most of the British Prime Ministers were aristocrats, including Barron's ancestor, the 4th Duke of Devonshire, who once served as the British Prime Minister.

  Another more famous British Prime Minister, Churchill, was born in the Duke of Marlborough family.

  It was not until 1963 that the "Nobility Act" passed in England at that time completely cut off the channel for members of the aristocracy to serve as prime minister.

  According to the provisions of the Nobles Law, nobles have no right to participate in voting elections, cannot be elected as members of the House of Commons, let alone serve as prime ministers of the government.

  If a member of the aristocracy intends to be Prime Minister, he must renounce his title in advance, leave the House of Lords, and then enter the House of Commons through election.

  This was the case for Douglas Home, the Conservative Prime Minister who came to power in 1963.

  Generally speaking, the aristocratic era in England is a thing of the past.

  British people with noble titles have no political privileges, and their families may not be wealthy.

  In today's British society, being a lord is just a kind of "respectability".

  Even the British royal family continues to be weakened and becomes more and more like a "mascot".

  For example, at the insistence of the government, in order to save royal family expenses and reduce subsidies to the royal family, the "royal downsizing plan" has been implemented since last year to eliminate marginal royal members.

  And Barron knows that in eight years, in 2010, the royal family will only retain four members - the queen, the crown prince and two princes...

  In other words, from then on, the royal family will only retain direct male members - —Unless the woman is the eldest daughter.

  ...

  "Bonnie, how are you? Did you have a good rest?"

  "It's good, Barron. I like the environment here very much. The scenery outside the window is like an oil painting."

  Until three o'clock in the afternoon, Bonnie came Go to the small balcony on the second floor and drink afternoon tea with Barron.

  At this time, she had already changed into a somewhat palace-style shirt and casual pants - even these pants could not hide the lines of her long legs.

  "I'm glad you like it here. Besides, your dress is very charming."

  "Thank you for the compliment, Barron. What plans do we have for the afternoon?"

  "I'm going to go to the manor's farm to have a look, as well as the nearby towns. There is some family property there. If you are interested, you can join us. You know, I haven't spent much time back here since I was in high school, so now that I have taken over the family property, I need to understand it first. ."

  "That must be very interesting. I am still very interested in this kind of rural life."

  When Bonnie was talking, Barron looked at her, and it could be seen that she was excited at this time, but she was not faking it. trace.

  There are 35,000 acres of land near Chatsworth Manor, but it is located in Derbyshire, so its value cannot be compared with places like London.

  However, the amount of crops and livestock produced by such a vast land is also very considerable. Except for a small part of the products produced in the surrounding farms, most of them will be sold.

  For example, in many towns throughout Derbyshire, there are butcher shops of the Devonshire family. They are also the largest suppliers of agricultural products to residents in nearby areas. Even with other industries including tourism, hotels, etc., the output of the farm Sales are also an important part of the family's income source.

  Under the introduction of the person in charge of the farm, this afternoon, Barron also learned more about this part of his family's business - you know, his predecessor had never been interested in these.

  "Barron, you have taken over the family business now and will continue to run it in the future, right?"

  On the way back, Bonnie sat next to Barron in the car, looking at the scenery outside the window, and suddenly asked.   

  "Yes, Bonnie. To be honest, I didn't have this ambition before and was more interested in other businesses."

  The vast industry outside the window now belongs to him, and Barron suddenly felt inexplicable:

  "But since he inherited These family businesses, and they have been running well for so many years, then I also have the responsibility to make them continue, even better." "

  Actually, maybe you don't believe it..."

  Bonnie glanced at Barron, and the corners of her mouth raised slightly. Qiao said,

  "I quite like this kind of life. When I was young, I read some novels and movies, and imagined myself as a noble lady, sometimes chasing the wind in such a beautiful manor. Horse riding, sometimes writing in the room looking at the scenery outside the window, that kind of life, I yearn for it." "

  Actually, it is very easy, if you want, you can stay here for a few more days, or whenever you have another holiday , and I will always welcome you..."

  "It's a pity that I'm not really a noble girl. I still have to go to work to support myself, and there are only a few days of vacation."

  When the car stopped at the door of the villa, Barron opened the door for Bonnie in a gentlemanly manner. Car door, when she put her hand in Barron's and stepped out of the car, he could smell the faint jasmine fragrance on the girl's body - Floris perfume is relatively popular in England. After all, the Queen is its loyal customer. Barron remembered , when I met Bonnie for the first time, she smelled of this perfume.

  "Bonnie, didn't you say before that you like writing very much, and have you ever written novels?"

  What comforted Barron was that there was no more weird "British-style Chinese food" during dinner, uh... Dear Olivia, I hope I haven't hurt your enthusiasm for Chinese food.

  "But that was a few years ago. I haven't written anything for a while now. You know, working in a TV station is often quite busy." There was

  a little doubt in Bonnie's green eyes. I know why Barron suddenly mentioned this matter.

  "I have an idea, I don't know if it is feasible, so I want to discuss it with you..."

  In fact, when Bonnie came to the manor and talked about the novel she had written, Barron felt something in his heart and had a vague idea. Some idea.

  Then after he learned more about the management of the manor and the attached farm today, this idea became more and more intense. He met Bonnie's eyes and said to her: "

  Actually, I have always conceived a story about the past. The thing about noble life is that my writing style is not very good, and there are too many things to do, so I can't focus on it, so I thought about hiring someone to help me write this story into a novel through my narration. ..."

  "So you want to hire me to do this?"

  By this time, Bonnie had roughly guessed what Barron was thinking, so she asked.

  "Yes, I wasn't originally prepared to complete it so quickly, but when I met you, your situation is very suitable, isn't it? And you work in a TV station, so you should generally know the salary range of those editors. I can use more I will hire you to do this at a high price, but there is a premise, that is, you can get a certain percentage of the publishing income of this novel, but the copyright of the novel and other subsequent derivatives must belong to me." "

  Actually, I feel sorry for you . I'm very interested in this story, Barron, but I'm just worried that I'm not capable enough to complete your idea... You know, all the novels I submitted before were rejected, and I really don't have much confidence."

  Bonnie The expression on his face at this time was really worrying about gain and loss.

  Seeing this, Barron stretched out his hand, held her catkins, and said softly:

  "Didn't you also say that the editor also recognized your writing and description, but it just lost on the story, and the story , in my novel, it will be completed by me."

  When Barron held her hand, you could clearly feel Bonnie's hand shrinking slightly, but she did not continue to pull away...

  Her face turned slightly red, He whispered:

  "It's a bit too sudden, Barron, can I think about it?"

  　The data during the new book period is related to the subsequent recommendations, so it is very important to follow up on it. I beg you not to keep it all the time. If you feel okay, read it every day. Thank you very much for helping me increase my follow-up reading.