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author: <North Sichuan>
The old blacksmith knew that education was the only way out. He tightened his belt and sent his young son, Xiao Jin Feng, to school, hoping that one day he would pass the imperial examinations and become a successful official.,Jinfeng's household registration was that of a craftsman. As such, he was exempt from military service. However, his taxes were heavier than those of farmers and hunters, making it naturally difficult for him to bear.,The village head led people to greet the government officers, while the wife directed the girls to stand opposite the four from Jinfeng.。