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.,After a while, Leon came to the southeast corner of the estate. On a small hillock near the woods stood a rather exquisite stilt house. The architectural style was quite unique, with overhanging eaves and pointed gables. It was two stories high, standing side by side. One side leaned against the main building, while the other three sides hung in mid-air, supported entirely by pillars.,This stilt house is completely different from the architectural features of the Jinque Empire, in both its construction method and shape. Even in other countries that Leon has visited, there is no similar style.。