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The shortage of able-bodied men, coupled with heavy levies and extortion by bandits, meant many ordinary people could only afford one meal a day. They couldn't possibly bear any extra taxes.,The village head led people to greet the government officers, while the wife directed the girls to stand opposite the four from Jinfeng.,Although this young woman's clothes were more worn than the others, her face was fair and delicate, with striking features. Her bright, watery eyes made one feel pity for her.。