20demayo Chapter 658 New Discovery
Chapter 658 New Discovery
Chapter 659 Agreed
The official frowned, his tone indifferent:
“You outsiders always try to enter the tribe under various pretexts.”
We must protect the tribe's culture and its inhabitants; we cannot simply let you in.
Jiang Yi quickly stepped forward and added, "We understand your concerns, but we are truly conducting academic research and will abide by the tribe's rules, so we will not cause any impact on their lives."
Her eyes were full of sincerity, and her hands were slightly clasped together, as if she were pleading for the official's understanding.
The officials remained unmoved: "How can you guarantee that? There have been previous instances where so-called researchers went in and caused discontent among the tribal residents. We can't take that risk again."
He was very wary, his gaze darting back and forth between Gu Tingyan and Jiang Yi.
Despite being rejected, Gu Tingyan and Jiang Yi did not give up.
They returned to their lodgings and began researching more about local culture and tribal customs, hoping to find a way to persuade government officials.
“We can’t give up like this. This ritual may be the key to our research.” Gu Tingyan clenched his fist and looked firmly into the distance.
Jiang Yi nodded in agreement: "That's right, we need to let them know our sincerity."
After several days of effort, they finally found a local elder who had previously had friendly contact with the tribe.
After hearing their story, the old man was moved by their perseverance and decided to help them.
Accompanied by the elderly man, they visited the government office again.
The old man recounted Gu Tingyan and Jiang Yi's sincerity and dedication to academic research to the officials, and the officials' attitudes began to waver.
Gu Tingyan took the opportunity to reiterate their determination: "We are willing to sign any agreement and abide by all regulations."
We simply want to learn and research, and then share the results with more people so that everyone can understand the culture and wisdom of this tribe.
After a moment of contemplation, the official finally nodded: "Alright, since an elder has vouched for you, I can give you a chance."
However, you must strictly abide by the regulations; any violation will result in immediate deportation.
Although his tone was serious, there was a hint of trust in his eyes.
Gu Tingyan and Jiang Yi were overjoyed and quickly thanked the officials.
When Gu Tingyan and his group entered the tribe's territory, some residents watched them warily.
"What are you outsiders doing here? Are you trying to disrupt our lives?"
Gu Tingyan quickly raised his hands to indicate that he meant no harm.
"We are here to learn your psychological healing rituals, hoping to combine them with modern psychotherapy to help more people."
Jiang Yi also explained, "We have great respect for your culture. We just want to understand this ceremony and will not do anything to harm you."
However, the residents did not believe them, and the two sides reached a stalemate.
Gu Tingyan and Jiang Yi did not force their way through, but patiently waited for the residents to calm down.
They camped outside the tribe and delivered daily necessities and food to the residents as a gesture of goodwill.
Gradually, the residents began to observe them and discovered that they had no ill intentions.
The tribal elder stepped forward: "Are you really only here to learn?"
Gu Tingyan nodded quickly: "Yes, Elder. We hope to pass on your wisdom so that more people can benefit from it."
He bowed his head slightly to show respect to the elder.
After a moment of contemplation, the elder said, "Alright, I can let you observe the ritual, but you cannot record it or interfere with its execution."