Chapter 188: Establishing a Female Household
Song Zhenping's eyes were red beside him, and he nodded vigorously: "Uncle Han, Aunt Yun, don't worry, I, I will take care of you in your old age."
Yunniang sobbed. After living with the Song brothers and sisters for half a year, she naturally believed in the sincerity of Song Liyun and Song Zhenping.
Han Ming showed no excitement on his face, he just sighed.
Song Zhenping grabbed his hand and said, "Uncle Han, are you still thinking about that aunt? Let's find a way to bring her back."
He didn't know how to find it either.
I just thought that there was a garrison here, and as long as I spent enough time, I would have the opportunity to inquire about what was happening on the grassland.
Song Liyun's heart skipped a beat: If I could help Han Ming find that young widow, and help Yunniang find her little stone...
Song Liyun thought of Zhao A Shi and the others.
These sleepless people have the opportunity to come into contact with tribes when they are on duty on the grassland.
But the hope of finding someone was so slim that she didn't dare to make a promise easily, especially since she hadn't discussed it with Zhao A Shi and the others.
Han Ming and Yunniang didn't have high expectations, but they were already very happy to hear Song Zhenping's words at this time.
Now Han Ming and Yunniang both have their household registration books, which can be used to buy land.
But I ran into trouble when I was looking through Yunniang's household registration book.
When the government re-registered the population five years ago, Yunniang was written in Jin Sanchong's household register as a couple.
Now Jin Sanchong is dead, but his account has not been cancelled yet.
If she still uses this household registration book to buy it, the descendants of Jin Sanchong might show up at any time and snatch the family property from Yunniang. Moreover, that Jin Sanchong is Yunniang's lifelong nightmare.
Song Liyun secretly cursed herself for being stupid.
It has been such a long time, and I haven't even looked at Yunniang's household registration book, and I still let that bastard keep her name.
This time, Yunniang must first be given a new household registration.
Now, Song Liyun truly understands the importance and rigor of household registration.
No wonder when Song Liyun said she wanted to join the military household, Captain Luo agreed almost immediately when he saw her take out the household registration book, and even offered many preferential conditions.
Population represents national strength and financial resources, and every dynasty attaches great importance to population management.
Only by controlling population mobility and the emergence of refugees can we stabilize the country's destiny.
Therefore, travel permits, household registrations, house deeds, and land deeds were all strictly controlled by the government.
Han Ming's household registration was obtained by taking advantage of the bandits destroying the Suijin Town Times, saying that he was a native of Suijin Town.
He used the family information of a real resident of Suijin Town, which was the name of the young widow's husband, so as to complete his relationship with the woman.
Madam Yun was rescued by Jin Sanchong at that time and was still in shock. It was Jin Sanchong who handled the official records.
Now if Madam Yun wants to set up her own household, she has to go to the county government office in person.
This matter cannot be delayed.
On the second day, Song Liyun asked Mr. Zhang to issue a certificate, and took Yunniang, Han Ming, Xue Zhuang and Wang Qi sent by the garrison to the Qili County Government Office.
Wang Qi rode in front on horseback.
Two months ago, Wang Qi's family arranged a marriage for him. Later, he proposed to Song Zhenping, but was rejected. Now he felt a little embarrassed when looking at Song Liyun.
Song Liyun pretended that she knew nothing and continued talking and laughing.
It was Captain Luo who specially arranged for Xue Zhuang and Wang Qi to be brought along on this trip.
He was worried that Han Ming and Xue Zhuang would have to take care of two women and would not be able to cope if something happened.
The carriage made its way smoothly to Qili County. There were still people collecting fees at the city gate, but the amount had dropped from five cents to one cent.
Song Liyun and his group, including the carriage, paid a total of ten cents. If they had entered the city before, they would have had to pay at least fifty cents.
It is said that it is easy to go from simple to luxurious, but difficult to go from luxurious to simple. If we can cut the excessive taxes, I wonder how many people's wallets will be affected and how much competition will be involved in the process.
It seems that what Manager Wan said is true. This acting county magistrate cannot be underestimated.
The city was still bustling and bustling, with people queuing in front of the county government office.
Xue Zhuang said that these people were here to deal with old cases.
Song Liyun clicked her tongue. How long would it take to finish this? Even an iron man would be sharpened into a needle.
Fortunately, there were not many civilian scientists in charge of household registration, so after waiting for only an hour, it was Song Liyun and Yunniang's turn.
Yunniang was very nervous. Her late husband used to run a small wine shop and sell some inferior wine to the Shagong River.
Those sand workers were rude, so Yunniang usually didn't go to the wine shop. She just stayed at home to do laundry, cooking, and mending.
Following Jin Sanchong, he was also worried and frightened, and even stayed at Baolinju every day.
Now when I go to the county government office and see the officials in their uniforms coming and going, I suddenly find it difficult to speak clearly.
Song Liyun handed her the household registration booklet and said, "Sir, my aunt's husband has been dead for half a year. Now we need to set up a daughter's household registration booklet. Could you please help us with the process?"
The person handling the household registration was a thin, dark-skinned young clerk. Perhaps he was tired from doing paperwork, as he mumbled with droopy eyelids, "What do you mean by female household registration? When did we even need to register for female household registration? Is it so easy to do so?"
Song Liyun didn't hear what he was saying clearly, so she could only push the household register aside and said, "Sir, please set up a separate household for women!"
The clerk was a little displeased, frowning and scolding: "Why are you rushing us? Aren't we just starting now?"
He snatched the household register and opened it to take a quick glance. His originally flagging spirits suddenly lifted. "From Suijin Town?"
Song Liyun observed his mood change and carefully guessed, "Yes, it's because the husband died and the household was wiped out."
The clerk raised his eyes and swept his gaze over Yunniang and Song Liyun's faces: "Just wait!"
He called over a servant and whispered something in his ear. The servant nodded and went somewhere else.
The clerk then said to Song Liyun, "Wait a moment over there. There have been a lot of household registration changes in Suijin Town these days, so someone will be there to handle it."
At this time, his words were no longer vague, but were pronounced in a clear and clear voice...with the accent of Pingyang Prefecture.
Song Liyun had no choice but to wait by the side. Soon the servant came and took them to an office room next door.
This is also an ordinary square room, with rows of wooden boxes placed on black wooden shelves.
Sitting in the inner room was an old official with a white beard. When he saw Song Liyun and the other person come in, his eyes fell directly on Yunniang.
"Is this lady going to register as a female householder? There are not many people who do this, so I have to ask a few more questions. Please don't be offended by what I hear.
Some women would become angry with their husband's family whenever they have a conflict, and would register as a female household out of spite.
They are happy now, but will cry again when the government collects taxes and imposes labor service.
He said that he had a hard time making a living and wanted to be exempted from taxes and labor service, or that the government was oppressing him and making him die. He completely forgot how he cried and shouted for the establishment of a female household at that time.
Every country has its own laws, and every family has its own rules.
It's not like you have the final say.
If you can't pay taxes and labor service, you will be thrown into jail.
The younger ones would be married off through official matchmakers, while the older ones would be sent to government-run workshops to do manual labor.
You know who wouldn't be tired of this? It would be better to find a good family to live with now."
The old official took the household register and didn't even look at it. He started talking at length, which made Yunniang turn pale.
"Sir, please do it for me! I won't get married." Although Yunniang was afraid, she was still determined to get a daughter-in-law.
Song Liyun held her breath. This old official was really long-winded. Who was he trying to scare?
(End of this chapter)
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