Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 762 - 598: Ye Clan Leader’s Request

Ye Clan Leader had already read Ye Zhiqiu’s letter before coming. This gentleman is the newly elected top scholar of the year, with a position two ranks higher than Ye Zhiqiu.

As for the Gu Family, in these surrounding villages, who doesn’t know about them?

"Did Ye Clan Leader come to deliver someone today? These three young lads behind you, right?"

Gu Chengyu looked at the three boys, all about the same age, roughly eight or nine years old.

Judging by their attire, similar to that of the Ye Clan Leader, it’s clear their family situation isn’t good.

But if the family lived well, they wouldn’t be willing to let their sons be sent off to serve others.

Although Ye Zhiqiu has become an official, following his future career wouldn’t be a bad path.

Nonetheless, being sent away means serving others, only families living in poverty would be willing to send their children away.

Ye Clan Leader stood up, pulled the three boys behind him to the front, pointed at the leftmost one, and said, "This one is Guangding, ten years old."

Then he pointed at the other two and said, "The one on the right is Guangliang, eleven this year, and the one in the middle is Guang Han, ten years old."

Ye Clan Leader plans to send all three of them to the Capital. Ye Zhiqiu has no support there, so bringing some clansmen could help with errands.

Ye Zhiqiu’s family situation isn’t well off either; buying servants would be tough. Besides, bought servants aren’t as trustworthy as clansmen.

After listening to Ye Clan Leader’s introduction, Gu Chengyu carefully scrutinized the three young boys.

The three of them are about the same height, and their ages aren’t much different.

But due to long-term malnutrition, two of them are quite thin, looking just like they are eight or nine years old.

Though the other one is not tall, his physique doesn’t seem weak.

The name Guangding sounds unique, Guangding, Guang buttocks? Gu Chengyu felt a bit awkward.

This Guangding was a bit shy, seeing Gu Chengyu scrutinizing him, he quickly bowed his head, appearing somewhat embarrassed.

The one on the right, called Guangliang, was similar, being a simple village boy.

However, the one called Guang Han was somewhat different. He was burlier than the other two, even though he was only ten years old, he was taller than the eleven-year-old Guangliang.

Judging by his solid build, he must have eaten quite a bit of meat, hasn’t he?

From Guang Han’s attire, his family doesn’t seem wealthy, could it be that his family lets him have more to eat?

This Guang Han didn’t seem as shy as the other two; his eyes were filled with determination and a hint of ferocity.

"Your name is Guang Han? What’s your position in the family?"

Gu Chengyu found this Guang Han rather different. Since Ye Zhiqiu entrusted this matter to him, he had to ensure everything was in order for Ye Zhiqiu.

"Sir! I have no relatives at home!" Guang Han’s eyes were exceedingly calm, and after saying this, he lowered his head without further words.

Ye Clan Leader feared Guang Han might offend Gu Chengyu, so he quickly stepped forward to explain, "Guang Han’s father was the best hunter in the village. Four years ago, his father entered the inner perimeter of Changling Mountain and never came back; his mother fell ill and followed a year later. Since then, he has lived alone."

As Ye Clan Leader spoke about Guang Han’s past, Gu Chengyu noticed a change in Guang Han’s eyes, filled with an agonizing sorrow he could hardly suppress.

Just as he was about to interrupt Ye Clan Leader, Ye Clan Leader automatically changed the topic.

"Guang Han has been hunting in the village all this while. Sir, though he’s young, he’s quite skilled! I want him to be a follower for Brother Qiu because of his abilities."

Gu Chengyu understood Ye Clan Leader’s intention, which was to protect Ye Zhiqiu.

The Ye Clan Leader seemed to have put thought into selecting candidates, and Gu Chengyu felt that, for now, these three seemed reliable.

"I will take these three to the Capital. However, there are many high-ranking officials there. Since you’ve decided to go to the Capital, you must listen to your adults. You mustn’t act recklessly or disobey, do you have any objections?"

Gu Chengyu made these statements upfront; if they saw Ye Zhiqiu as a youth, with a widowed mother and no one else at home, and didn’t follow his commands, he, of course, would intervene.

He felt that this Guang Han had a fierce determination. According to Ye Clan Leader, Guang Han would have been only six or seven years old when his parents passed away.

Since he’s managed to keep himself so robust, it shows he has some capabilities.

He also saw honesty in Guang Han’s eyes, which is why he agreed. He didn’t want Guang Han to become a problem.

Ye Zhiqiu’s circumstances were different; without wealth or martial skills, he couldn’t as easily manage his clansmen.

"No, no, thank you, sir!" Ye Clan Leader was very pleased in his heart. Ye Zhiqiu had mentioned that the candidates must be approved by Mr. Gu.

Now that Mr. Gu was satisfied with the people he brought, he naturally felt happy.

Especially since one of them was his grandnephew, although he had some personal considerations, Guangliang was a good lad; otherwise, he wouldn’t have sent Guangliang to the Capital.

"Have their families agreed?"

Gu Chengyu would have Ming Mo and the others investigate to see if there were any hidden matters.

He didn’t know the Ye clansmen, but he hoped Ye Clan Leader wouldn’t send someone else in their place. Otherwise, how would he explain to Ye Zhiqiu?

"All have agreed; if they hadn’t, I wouldn’t have brought them here. Going to the Capital with Brother Qiu is an honor for them, a chance they’d break their heads for."

Though Ye Clan Leader’s words were a bit exaggerated, they reflected the truth.

Following Ye Zhiqiu, at least they wouldn’t starve. It was better than not having enough food and clothes at home.

Gu Chengyu nodded, "I will stay in Shangling Village for around twenty more days. You should go back first to bid farewell to your families properly. Once you go to the Capital, you might not return for several years. Serve your filial duty while you can!"

Being someone else’s follower, there’s no freedom; who knows when they can return.

Ye Clan Leader nodded, looking at the three boys with a sigh, with a hint of tears in his eyes.

Gu Chengyu was a bit surprised; this Ye Clan Leader was indeed a good man, feeling reluctant about the young boys going to the Capital.

Gu Chengyu picked up his teacup, preparing to see off the guests.

However, Ye Clan Leader, with an embarrassed expression, spoke to Gu Chengyu again, "Sir, I have one more request!"

"Please, speak Ye Clan Leader!"

Gu Chengyu found this Ye Clan Leader truly devoted to his clan, willing to offer some respect to such a person.

"You know, we are all farm folks, and these three kids are used to village life. This time they’re heading to the Capital, a place certainly with strict rules! I’m worried they might not behave well and become a laughingstock in front of Brother Qiu’s colleagues or offend some noble, causing trouble for Brother Qiu."

Ye Clan Leader was embarrassed to say this, even though it concerned the relationship between Ye Zhiqiu and Gu Chengyu.

He felt that bringing people to the Capital was already troubling others, his plan, once revealed, might put Brother Qiu in someone else’s debt.

This world’s silver and coin debts are easy to repay, but debts of gratitude are hard to resolve!

After careful thought, he decided to voice his concern for Brother Qiu’s sake.