The eldest daughter of a peasant family: They are all my sisters’ passers-by

When the other women heard this man, they became excited and started to add to the conversation. When they talked about how ugly the swearing was, they started to reconstruct the scene by saying something here and there.

Lan Luochen's eyes would still turn red with anger if she heard it again. Lan Wangshu held her tightly, listening expressionlessly, his eyes fixed on half a foot in front of her toes.

County Magistrate He was impatient to continue listening and slammed the table hard.

"Ridiculous, unbearable to listen to. Do you think this is a vegetable market? I also understand that this woman stole your money, and because of her harsh words, she was pushed by your brother. Tell me, how do you want to solve this problem?"

He really didn't like to get involved in such trivial matters. The county magistrate was also very busy. Not only did he have to manage political achievements every day, but he also had to worry about trivial matters.

Lan Wangshu knelt upright on the ground, and the others followed suit. They had all forgotten that ordinary people had to kneel when meeting an official.

"My Lord, regarding my brother's pushing, although there were reasons and it was his fault, he should pay 20 copper coins as my aunt wished. In the case of the Fang family, my aunt admitted to the theft, and there are witnesses and evidence. According to the Dazhao law, the thief will be sentenced to death if the amount is more than one tael of gold, and will be punished with strokes of the cane and three years of forced labor if the amount is less than one tael of gold."

"My brother did something wrong. I didn't teach him well. I will take responsibility for him. Please help me take responsibility for my words and deeds. He stole in broad daylight and said mean things to hurt others. If people from other places see him, what will they think of the people in our county?"

County Magistrate He narrowed his eyes and looked seriously at the frail girl who was staring at her toes.

These words were said with great skill. They showed her responsibility, pointed out the cause, and were familiar with the law. Her last sentence really touched his heart.

The saying "he who teases first is the cheapest" is not just talk. The victim is responsible and the party at fault must be punished.

And his first reaction was what if he was seen by his superiors in disguise. Guihua County was also a good place, with plenty of sunshine and dry climate. The fruits and vegetables produced here tasted good, hence the name Guihua. In terms of crops, Guihua County was unique.

He didn't want anything like this to happen while he was serving as a senior official.

"County Magistrate, I'll record it, 20 strokes of the cane. Everyone else, please leave first. You two will stay here."

A pig-slaughtering-like scream rang out outside the court. Lan Wangshu's brows relaxed and he continued to kneel straight on the ground with an expressionless face.

"Tell me, with your intelligence, you won't suffer any loss even if you solve it privately. Why did you have to bring it to me? These wheat seedlings are indeed rare, and this is definitely not your original intention."

"My Lord, on the one hand, it is to let my brother understand that anger cannot solve anything, and it may even put me in a passive position. On the other hand, it is a test for you, my Lord."

"Oh? Please stand up first... Tell me what you want to test me with?"

County Magistrate He found this very strange. Since ancient times, it was the officials who decided whether the people were right or wrong. When was it now the people's turn to test the officials?

"I dare to test whether you are a qualified official. You have passed the test. Please taste this."

While Lan Wangshu was waiting at the door, she bought some wife cakes through the system, changed the packaging and wrapped it with oil paper. Now was a good time and she could ask for something else.

"Is this...food?"

"That's right. Wheat berries can be used to make this kind of food. Sugar is added to it."

County Magistrate He broke the cake, took a bite, and looked at the thing in his hand with wide eyes in suspicion. It was small but very delicious.

"Little girl, there are many things to ponder over in your statement."

"I understand. Please give me some protection so that I can go back and plant."

"Alas, even if this is not the case, I will still protect you. Although I cannot be perfect, I will not turn a blind eye to such things. I will allow you to be nurtured. Your parents have brought you up very well. An elder sister is like a mother. It is not easy for you either. You are not even of age yet, and you are still the elder of the clan."

"Thank you, sir. The elders in the clan could not afford to raise four of us, but fortunately the village chief and villagers were very enthusiastic. We ate at many families' homes and grew up smoothly. We will be of marriageable age next year, and women will be able to set up their own households."

County Magistrate He looked at her seriously, his eyes somewhat hesitant.

"It's not easy to be a female household. Can you bear the pressure in the future?"

"As children, filial piety comes first. My parents' last wish is for my brothers to grow up and become pillars of the country."

She did not answer directly, but she also gave an answer. County Magistrate He tapped his fingers on the table, but Lan Wangshu remained expressionless.

"Speaking of which, our county has never had a female household. You are a courageous girl, and you deserve to be the first one."

County Magistrate He picked up the brush, spread out the paper, quickly wrote a letter, and put it aside to dry.

"I will grant you this female household registration as a leniency. When you reach the age of 15, take this letter to the household registration office and they will not make things difficult for you. Little girl, can you write? Write down your name."

Lan Wangshu nodded obediently and wrote down the names of the four members of the family in order of age. She used regular script as the important thing was that the letter could be read clearly.

"Well written. I order you to take your wheat and plant it well. Leave the copper coins behind and go back."

Uncle Niu pulled the ox cart and took the people from their village back. As for how the people from Hongsu Village returned, she didn't care.

"Shu girl, you are amazing. You even understand the law."

Uncle Niu was driving the ox cart, swaying in front and starting to speak, breaking the dullness of the cart.

"The yamen runner at the gate told me that. How could I understand? Oh, by the way, County Magistrate He ordered me to plant wheat today. I have to tell the village chief grandfather."

There were two yamen runners at the door, and she certainly would not favor one over the other. She gave the other runner ten copper coins and only asked about the law. She calmly shifted the topic to what the farmers were most concerned about. There was no need to say much about the visit to the county government.

"I will take you to the village chief's house later and tell everyone the good news. If it works, Shu will be a hero, and the people of Cangnan Village will be proud of it in the future."

Mrs. Zhang smiled very gently, and the more she looked at Lan Wangshu, the more satisfied she became.

This child grew up in a flash and suddenly he was able to stand on his own feet. He is good-looking, steady and clear-headed. It's just that there are too many young boys in the family, otherwise he would be a good match for his younger brother.

"Thank you, sister-in-law."

Lan Wangshu accepted the kindness of Zhang's sister-in-law. Under the leadership of the village chief, most of the villagers in Cangnan Village were kind and united. They only cared about their children and treated them like their own children. They had no jealousy or envy at all. What they felt more was relief.

As the saying goes, there will always be bad bamboo shoots among the good bamboos, and the Lan family is the first to be affected. This place is simply the foundation of the common prosperity village.