I Can Control My Ancestors-Chapter 326 - 21: Rifts and Integration, a New Era of Prosperity
Bang... bang... bang....
The sound of drums began to resonate, quietly breaking the silent and tense atmosphere as time passed.
Hearing this continuous drumbeat, Gu Han finally breathed a sigh of relief.
The Women’s Department has a custom of "casting copper into drums," and these cast copper drums hold great significance for them, with the king of their tribe being called the "Master of Drums."
Being able to beat the copper drums at this moment.
At the very least—
Their king has decided to meet Gu Han.
Gu Han took a deep breath, waiting quietly for their next move.
Indeed, the sturdy man just now came out again and gestured to Gu Han, saying, "The Dulao wants to see you."
Gu Han, maintaining his composure, clasped his hands in thanks.
Then he followed the sturdy man forward.
The Shanyue’s culture is fundamentally different from that of the Great Han, something evident from the architectural style of the Women’s Department’s tribe.
Unlike the Wuhuan and Xianbei, who are actively absorbing Han culture.
The Women’s Department still uses "pile dwelling" houses, with elevated ground floors and living areas above, including some cave dwellings.
Along the way, Gu Han carefully observed the living environment of these Women’s Department people.
He had gained some understanding of the Women’s Department.
The customs of the Women’s Department tribe are quite incompatible with the Central Plains, whether it is their "sacrificing people to worship ghosts" or their food choices.
The only slight similarity might be that the Women’s Department also has some agricultural culture.
But it is different from the Great Han’s agriculture.
They cultivate dryland rice and taro.
They don’t have fixed land, often migrating as soon as they exhaust the fertility of a piece of land.
Overall—
The recognition of Han culture among the Barbarian Tribes in the Shanyue region is far lower than that of the Wuhuan and Xianbei.
This is definitely not good news for Gu Han.
But there are differences.
That is, Gu Chen’s past actions left a certain legend and influence among these Barbarians.
He can only seize this opportunity.
....
The leader of the Women’s Department is called "Dulao" in their tribe.
This is a sturdy man covered in tattoos.
Perhaps because he was all in, upon seeing him, Gu Han suddenly felt less nervous.
He performed a standard Han courtesy to this Women’s Department Dulao.
"Are you the descendant of the Nuohu Great Ghost Master?"
The Women’s Department leader stared tightly at Gu Han, asking with a thunderous and powerful voice.
"Indeed." Gu Han maintained his composed demeanor.
Countless thoughts flashed through his mind.
"Good!" The Women’s Department Dulao smiled, not maintaining a stern face throughout, but directly ordered a feast instead.
This is also part of the culture of the Women’s Department tribe.
They have their own understanding of hosting guests, including distinctive food and hosting with a "nose drink."
Gu Han had heard of this tradition from Great Han officials before.
Regarding this matter—
He had his own persistence.
He had changed so much along the way.
From a typical noble son into a tenacious man.
He had already decided on his style of conduct for this trip.
If it is to explore, then one must popularize Han culture while respecting the other party’s culture.
This is an extremely rare quality in the current era.
But respect is respect.
Gu Han still has the pride of being a member of the Gu Clan. He can eat food not eaten by the Han, but as for the "nose drink," which completely goes against Han etiquette, he would never accept it.
Facing the bamboo tube handed over by the Women’s Department, he unhesitatingly waved his hand: "Please forgive me, Dulao."
"The Gu Clan’s family style is very strict."
"I must not commit such a disrespectful act."
He spoke firmly to the Women’s Department Dulao.
Hearing this, the Women’s Department Dulao immediately frowned, a trace of displeasure flashing across his face: "Haven’t you heard from your Han officials."
"When you come to our Women’s Department tribe, you must have a nose drink?"
One by one, the surrounding Women’s Department people stood up, as if ready to take Gu Han down at Dulao’s command. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂
"I have heard."
Gu Han took a deep breath, still maintaining his composed demeanor: "But I am not only a Han official, but also a member of the Gu Clan!"
——A member of the Gu Clan!
Gu Han’s tone was particularly firm.
While their generation may have their abilities and characters doubted, there is no need for any doubt regarding their family’s honor.
In an instant, the atmosphere in the room became even more tense, as if a sword was drawn.
Gu Chen’s reputation as a descendant indeed brought some help to Gu Han.
But strength is needed for everything.
Given the current situation where Gu Han had only a few people, how much deterrence could he possibly exert?
Gu Han clearly felt the anger of the people around him.
He took another deep breath, then slowly stood up, looking earnestly at the Women’s Department Dulao: "If I could come here today, then I have already put my life aside."
"To be honest, I have heard of the customs of various Baiyue tribes."
"Only then did I decide to meet Dulao."
"Doesn’t Dulao want to know why?"
Very clever negotiation tactics; this is Gu Han’s progress.
Indeed, the Women’s Department Dulao was immediately drawn in and asked, "Why?"
"I want to save the Women’s Department!"
Gu Han immediately said, his expression becoming more confident.
"Save the Women’s Department?"
The Women’s Department Dulao was stunned for a moment, then immediately showed a slightly disdainful smile: "Why would our Women’s Department need saving from you?"
