Chapter 163 Gu Ye (ETL) Part 2
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Chapter 163 Our Goal is the Ocean of Stars
Although the department hadn’t finalized the decision, the news was released anyway. Meanwhile, invitations were sent to many metaphysical practitioners, inviting them to take an exam. The exams mostly tested their character and awareness, with some psychological tests as well. Those who passed would become civil servants, with meals and accommodation provided, five social insurances and one housing fund, and all travel expenses reimbursed.
Once these conditions were announced, it actually attracted quite a few people. Everyone was discussing in the group: [Have you received your invitations? Are you going?]
[I think so. Playing at home is just playing around anyway. Let’s all go and join in the fun.]
[Government department, civil servants, that’s quite interesting.]
[I’m just excited that we could all live together in the future, and I’d like to give it a try.]
[Is Gu Ye coming?]
[Gu Ye’s chances are slim; his parents probably won’t let him come.]
This immediately dampened everyone’s enthusiasm: [It’s pointless if he doesn’t come, I’m not going.]
[Then I won’t go either. If he doesn’t come, Xie Cheng definitely won’t come either. It’s pointless without them.]
Gu Ye saw the conversation in the group chat and encouraged them: [You guys go! Such great opportunities, why not go?]
Everyone asked Gu Ye: [Are you coming?]
Gu Ye: [I probably won’t go.]
Xie Cheng: [If Gu Ye doesn’t go, I won’t go either. We’re partners, we won’t break up.]
Everyone replied: [Then we won’t go either.]
Gu Ye urged: [You guys should go! If you join now, you’ll all be the elders. It’s a formal government department; if you pass the exam, you’ll be a civil servant. You won’t even have to clock in. Are you stupid not to go? I have my family to support me, but most of you don’t have families. Isn’t relying on the government better than relying on yourselves? Go, you silly kids!]
Fan Xiao replied with a wronged expression: [If neither you nor Brother Xie are coming, there’s no point in us going. Anyway, if you’re not going, I won’t go either.]
Gu Ye: …
When collecting the list of applicants, the relevant staff learned of this group’s intentions and quickly reported it. The next day, a middle-aged man with graying temples called Mu Jingfei to his office and handed her 2 appointment letters. “Xiao Fei, go and deliver one to Gu Ye and the other to Xie Cheng.”
“What?” Mu Jingfei opened the letter and was stunned. “Gu Ye is still young. This responsibility is too heavy for him.”
The man smiled slightly, “He’s capable of it. I’ve personally assessed him. Gu Ye and Xie Cheng hold a very high position in the hearts of these young people. This operation clearly demonstrates that Gu Ye is the most capable member of the group. Furthermore, he possesses strategic thinking and foresight. To protect his teammates, he avoids stealing the limelight and prefers to remain behind the scenes. This kind of character is truly rare.
But Mu Jingfei still couldn’t bear to let Gu Ye shoulder the responsibility. “But he’s still a bit young.”
“You’re worried about him, aren’t you? Your boyfriend’s younger brother.”
Mu Jingfei paused for a moment, but wasn’t embarrassed. “I really do feel sorry for him. To be honest, I treat him like a younger brother. This kid helped me solve cases back in high school; it has been a few years now. He calls me ‘sister’, and I can’t bear to see him suffer in the future. Uncle, please reconsider.”
The older man chuckled, “You underestimate Gu Ye. Even in his twenties, he’s capable of handling this responsibility. He and Xie Cheng have a very good relationship; they’re practically the backbone of this group. Without them, this department wouldn’t have been established. I also inquired with the older generation of the Association. Among these young people, Gu Ye is the most decisive. Actually, if the Xuanshu Association hadn’t collapsed, these older masters would have supported Gu Ye’s rise to power. Back then, Gu Ye was just a high school student.”
Hearing that, Mu Jingfei was secretly pleased. She was happy to hear her brother being praised, but still said, “He’s a bit too young.”
“Yes, youth brings decisiveness. I have information on all of them, and after comprehensive analysis, we unanimously decided that Gu Ye would be the head of the department. We also considered his family background.”
The man displayed 4 photos: Gu Decheng, Gu Sen, Gu Lin, and Yu Ze. “With these 4 men protecting him, this department can function effectively. Another important point is that this is an underground organization; it can’t be brought into the open. If someone is too driven by greed, they’ll only become the next president of the Xuanshu Association. Only someone like Gu Ye, who lacks nothing and doesn’t care about fame or fortune, can shoulder this responsibility. Trust me, I’m your uncle, and we’ll be in-laws with the Gu family in the future. Would I betray a member of the Gu family?”
Mu Jingfei chuckled. Her uncle had considered everything. She slowly nodded, “I understand. I’ll go find them.”
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Gu Ye had originally planned to have lunch with Yu Ze, but Mu Jingfei invited him out at the last minute. They found a quiet private room and discussed the matter over lunch. Upon receiving the appointment letter, Gu Ye exclaimed in surprise, “You want me to be a department head? Who decided that? Have they lost their mind?”
Mu Jingfei said irritably, “Don’t talk nonsense. This is my former superior!”
Gu Ye said helplessly, “But I’m so young, I haven’t even graduated yet.”
Mu Jingfei took a sip of juice. “Isn’t this your final year?”
Gu Ye said seriously, “I’m still a child.”
“What kind of child?”
“A little kid.”
Mu Jingfei was amused. “Stop being silly.”
Gu Ye smiled. “I can’t go. Let me introduce you to someone, someone who used to be in the Xuanshu Association.”
Mu Jingfei said seriously, “You know we don’t really approve of the Xuanshu Association.”
“I know, but such a large society can’t be full of scoundrels only. He’s specifically in charge of reconnaissance. Ability-wise, I’d give him a 70 out of 100, but he has a good character. He wasn’t affected by that corrupting influence, and his age is suitable too. He’s in his thirties or forties; he’s quite mature, much better than someone as young as me. His name is Qi Zong1. You can look him up.”
Mu Jingfei smiled. “But even if he comes, your friends won’t.”
Gu Ye frowned, looking troubled. “Then let me think about it.”
“Okay, discuss it with your family, but I suggest you come join us. Firstly, it will give you a stable future, and secondly, it will help you and your friends find stable jobs. After all, it’s a government department. Once it’s established, you might be at a higher rank than me.”
Gu Ye chuckled. “Well, I still don’t dare to control you, you’re my sister.”
Mu Jingfei glared at Gu Ye. “Seriously, this department doesn’t have many restrictions. You’re like a consulting group. The office is in the villa area your older brother built. Everyone who comes to join the department will be assigned a dormitory, and you can form teams freely.”
Gu Ye thought for a moment; it shouldn’t be too far from his shop, only a 20-minute drive. He hesitated for a moment, then said, “I’ll go back and think about it.”
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That afternoon, Gu Ye received a call from Xie Cheng, “I’ve received an appointment letter.”
Gu Ye: “En.”
Xie Cheng pondered for a moment and said, “They gave me a deputy position. I don’t know who the random head of department is, but if you don’t go, I won’t go either.”
Gu Ye: “…Let me think about it some more. Actually, I also want these people in the group to find a way out. They are different from me. These orphans without parents have it so hard.”
Xie Cheng sighed, “Yes, let’s discuss it again and see if we can find a solution that benefits everyone.”
After thinking for a moment, Gu Ye hung up the phone and called Mu Jingfei again, “Sis, if I join the department, can I ask for leave after that? You know, I haven’t graduated yet. I have to go back to school anytime, and I also have to face all sorts of internships, exams, and reports. My dad might even make me pursue a master’s and doctoral degree later. I’m very busy.”
Mu Jingfei laughed, “Of course you can. These things are up to you; the higher-ups don’t have time to supervise you. Generally, they’ll assign you tasks, and you just need to submit reports by the deadline. As for who actually does the work, who has the time to keep an eye on you?”
Hearing that, Gu Ye narrowed his eyes and smiled, “I can try it out without signing a contract. Once they’ve settled, I can leave at any time.”
Mu Jingfei didn’t detect the mischievousness in Gu Ye’s words, “Sure, you can give yourself a leave slip.”
After exchanging messages with Xie Cheng, Gu Ye excitedly sent a message in the group chat: [Xie Cheng and I will be waiting for you guys at the exam site! Let’s go, let’s have some fun together!]
Xie Cheng: [Our goal is the ocean of stars!]
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The author has something to say:
Gu Ye: I’m giving myself a leave slip!
Xie Cheng: Coincidentally, me too.
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[Banana: 3 more chapters left~ So I’m thinking of translating all and releasing them in one-go. That being said, I need a bit more time for this. But I promise we will end this novel within September, trust!]