Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 824 - 660: Letter from Hejian Prefecture

Such an opening day is chosen to be a lucky day, and it cannot be changed.

However, after all, it’s just a blacksmith shop, and it’s not very big, so no one should cause trouble.

"Sir! There’s a letter from Hejian Prefecture!" Steward Chen reported from outside the study door.

Gu Chengyu was a bit puzzled, Hejian Prefecture? Could it be that something went wrong with Hua Lian?

"Come in!" Gu Chengyu turned around and took the letter from Steward Chen’s hand.

"It was delivered swiftly by someone from the escort agency." Steward Chen had just sent the agency’s person away and hurriedly brought the letter in.

Gu Chengyu looked at the elegant script on the envelope, which seemed to be written by a woman.

Could it be written by one of the Ding Generation girls sent to watch over Hua Lian?

He broke the fire lacquer on the letter, unfolded the paper, and first looked at the signature.

At a mere glance, he couldn’t help but raise his eyebrows; the signature was Guo Moruo. His gaze then went to the content at the beginning, and Gu Chengyu began to read it carefully from start to finish.

In just a few moments, Gu Chengyu had read all the content!

The letter was very brief, with not much content. But within this short content, Gu Chengyu received quite a bit of information and was stunned.

This letter had nothing to do with Hua Lian, yet the information between the lines was much more important than Hua Lian’s.

"A treasure map?" He frowned and pondered for a moment, recalling the incident a few days ago when the Eldest Prince was attacked.

According to the Imperial Physician, the Eldest Prince was seriously injured at the time, but true to his noble status, he eventually turned danger into safety.

In other words, although the Eldest Prince appeared to be in a severe condition, it wasn’t as dire as it seemed—just lying down to recover was sufficient.

He was curious about the Eldest Prince’s purpose in going to Hejian Prefecture, as the Eldest Prince would never personally visit for a case of family annihilation.

Unexpectedly, it was because of this treasure map, rumored to be Wang Mang’s treasure. The news shocked Gu Chengyu, but he was even more astonished by how Guo Moruo knew about it?

Given Guo Moruo’s current circumstances, her life was similar to those of small landowners—not lacking food or clothing, living comfortably but nothing more.

But where did she get this information? Such a secret affair probably wasn’t known to many people.

Apart from the local noble families and the Princes in the Capital, hardly anyone else should know.

Gu Chengyu stroked his chin, considering the possibility that the Guo Family ultimately still had some cards up their sleeve.

With someone as shrewd as Old Master Guo, how could he let his descendants end up in the countryside? When the scandal broke out, precautions were probably already in place.

However, Miss Guo was indeed a person who could remain calm, much like Old Master Guo in her bones, a shrewd individual.

"Ming Yan, go to Hejian Prefecture tomorrow and settle Hua Lian’s affairs."

Gu Chengyu thought of Hua Lian, who was still being held, and felt that keeping her detained wasn’t a solution. Gu Changbai’s matter was resolved, and this matter was temporarily settled.

"Sir! What do you mean?" Ming Yan looked at Gu Chengyu, unsure of how to settle the matter with Hua Lian.

"Ask her what she wants! If she’s willing to marry, find a distant place and arrange a marriage for her. I’ll give her three hundred taels of silver as a dowry. If she’s unwilling to marry, send her back to Yingnan Mansion, hand her over to Second Old Master, and that’ll be it."

Gu Chengyu no longer wanted anything to do with Hua Lian. After all, sending her away meant she wouldn’t be lingering in front of him.

"Ah? Didn’t sir say not to let her reunite with Second Old Master?" Ming Yan was somewhat puzzled; sir had indeed said that before.

"That was then; this is now. At the time, the issue wasn’t resolved, and we didn’t know their intentions, so naturally, a reunion couldn’t happen. Now, Prince Jing probably doesn’t regard these people seriously, and there’s no need for us to be so alarmed. Hasn’t my second uncle always wanted to take his granddaughter back? Let him take her then."

Gu Chengyu chuckled, preventing Gu Changbai from thinking he was hiding Hua Lian away for improper reasons.

"If she has other plans, accommodate her. I’ll only give her three hundred taels of silver; let her weigh her options! However, make it clear to her that this matter is settled here, regardless of her choice, and even if she comes to the Capital in the future, she will have no ties with me."

Gu Chengyu was determined that if she returned to Yingnan Mansion, she wouldn’t be allowed back to the Capital. If she chose to marry or something else, she couldn’t contact him as a niece.

In fact, if Hua Lian were linked to him, it would undoubtedly be exploited by others. Keeping their distance was best for both of them.

"Understood! I understand sir’s intention and will surely convey it clearly!" Ming Yan understood his master’s intention, which was to cut off ties completely.

"Also, bring some items to Miss Guo this time. Having promised to take care of them, we can’t abandon our responsibility. I’ll write a reply, and you’ll hand the letter to Miss Guo."

Gu Chengyu thought it over and decided to reply.

Guo Moruo informed him of this matter, likely seeking his protection!

After all, this treasure map wasn’t something Guo Moruo could covet, better to use it as a personal favor.

Additionally, it’s a reminder to him not to forget past promises and to reveal a bit of his cards, showing that he’s still somewhat useful. That way, it doesn’t count as asking for help.

What Gu Chengyu was truly considering now was the treasure map; too many people were involved. Even the Emperor had sent someone to Hejian Prefecture, and the Emperor would know about the treasure map sooner or later.

It’s not advisable for him to get involved; he lacks the capability and should not risk his life.

"Hejian Prefecture has a treasure map; bring a few people with you this time and leave them in Hejian Prefecture to gather intelligence."

Although he didn’t intend to get involved, he still needed to know about the developments. Otherwise, he would be clueless about the political dynamics in the court.

"A treasure map?" Ming Mo and Ming Yan were also shocked and soon displayed ambitious delight.

At a glance, Gu Chengyu knew what they were thinking, likely misunderstanding his intention.

"Don’t think about the treasure map; we can’t afford to provoke those competing for it. Just gather information, no need to get involved."

Gu Chengyu wasn’t interested in the treasure map.

This thing was dangerous, even if he got it, searching for the treasure might inevitably get exposed.

Besides, he was not short of money, so why would he need the treasure map? It would only bring trouble upon himself.

Upon saying this, Gu Chengyu noticed that Ming Yan and the others seemed deflated, becoming sluggish.

"Sir! That’s a treasure map!" Ming Yan’s eyes nearly turned into ingots, unable to believe his master wasn’t tempted at all.

"I’m afraid of having the fortune but not the life to enjoy it!" Gu Chengyu gave them a look and turned to drive them out.

"What? You said there’s a treasure map in Hejian Prefecture?" The Third Prince’s eyes widened like copper bells, finding it hard to believe.