author:Fox Terrier <<
state:in the series
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Whatever the reason, it was a death sentence for blacksmith Dim. The Golden Empire's conscription laws were clear: during wartime, towns within the conscription area had to provide one able-bodied man from each household, or pay 100 gold coins for an exemption certificate. Dim was the only male in his family, and he was right in the age range for conscription. If he were drafted, his wife and children's future would be utterly insecure. As for paying gold coins In the whole of Gruz town, perhaps only the Pate family had 100 gold coins on deposit. Keep in mind, one gold coin was enough to cover half a year's living expenses for his family.,Horses neighed and hooves drummed as the knight came to a halt at the entrance of the tea plantation, removing his helmet.,Leon scoff, muttering under his breath: “Study That old man must have gone crazy. He spouts nonsense every day. My little brother goes to him for lessons and has to offer him tea daily. I think he’s insane. I don’t know what’s gotten into my brother, why he insists on learning from him.”。