Chapter 397: Chapter 211 "Regarding the Matters of Extensive Science Popularization in This Chapter, Hence the 2nd Suggestion to Subscribe Cautiously"_4

"After all, the number of archaeological projects going on domestically is not too many, but it’s not too few either."

"If the fame of Su Zu could be comparable to Su Shi or Su Qin, then the scale of the tomb search would be several times what it is now, and perhaps the coffin would have already been successfully unearthed."

"It’s a pity... sigh..."

As he spoke, Su Hua’s expression became much more solemn.

The Clan Association is a common social organization, not part of the official system, with no professional establishment or related income.

Hence, wanting to serve as the chairman of the Clan Association.

Besides having adequate reputation and seniority, one also needs a high degree of personal responsibility.

Very often.

The chairman of the Clan Association not only has no extra income but also has to invest a lot of energy and even financial resources.

It can be said this way.

Within the gradually fading clan system nowadays, the chairperson is often one of those with the highest sense of identity in the lineage.

And Su Hua is such a person.

Now in his fifties, Su Hua runs a trading company, with an annual net income of about three to five million.

This income may not be top-notch in big cities, but in Zhenjiang’s business circle, it can be considered quite influential.

Su Hua spent his childhood living in the countryside with his grandfather, becoming familiar with and admiring Old Su from a young age.

Later, when he became successful in his career, several elder family members approached him, expressing their hope that he would become the chairman of the Clan Association.

Su Hua almost didn’t hesitate and agreed on the spot.

Since taking office, Su Hua has been diligent, connecting the same clan in Zhenjiang while maintaining close relations with the main branch in Tong’an.

A few years ago.

Under Su Hua’s promotion.

The Zhenjiang Bureau of Culture, Radio, Film, and Television reopened the survey of Old Su’s tomb, leading to the previously mentioned results.

On the other hand.

At this point, determining the progress of the exploration was no longer about social connections but the level of public attention toward the exploration target.

This sort of thing isn’t exactly bureaucratic, but there is a bit of "judging by appearances."

Despite both being tomb explorations.

If A’s fame is bigger than B’s, attracting more media and public interest, resources will naturally lean towards A.

Although Su Hua has explained Old Su’s achievements to the Bureau countless times, all he received was one sentence:

"Chairman Su, we know, but it needs to be known by the general public."

Therefore.

The exploration of Old Su’s tomb faced severe delays after the project’s initiation.

The exploration was going on, of course, but the equipment and manpower were far from adequate, as slow as a snail’s crawl.

That’s quite frustrating.

As a descendant of Old Su.

Su Hua couldn’t stand at the graveside and curse his ancestor for being unknown, as that would make him unworthy.

Therefore, the pressure on Su Hua has been immense all along.

Thinking of this.

Su Hua sighed again and, with the demeanor of someone experienced, patted Old Su on the shoulder, saying:

"Xiaosu, although Su Zu’s fame is not high now, as his descendants, we know what kind of person Su Zu truly was."

"So, if there is an opportunity, we must strive to restore Su Zu’s name and let more people know about Su Zu’s contributions, wouldn’t you agree?"

After Xu Yun nodded, he continued:

"I am a businessman, uneducated, already old, and this lifetime’s fame likely won’t reach beyond two hundred miles."

"But you’re different; you’re still young, a top graduate from Ke Da, and your name is the same as Su Zu’s."

"So though we may barely know each other, I, as an elder, must say, Xiaosu, live up to your name."

"You don’t have to think about reviving the Su Family; it’s not the trend anymore. What you need to do is strive to make some contributions so that when others think of you, they also think of our old ancestor."

After speaking, Su Hua flicked his cigarette butt, kicked a small stone, and continued:

"Of course, this is just a suggestion, not your mission. If you can’t do it, no one will blame you."

"There are many people named Su Song globally; we can’t expect each of them to become scientists, right?"

"Those words from above are simply a senior’s ramblings; just listen but don’t take them to heart, alright?"

Old Su looked at him briefly, remained silent for a moment, then nodded and said:

"No problem."

"No problem, that’s good, that’s good!"

Su Hua then laughed heartily and patted Old Su’s shoulder again.

Suddenly, he thought of something:

"By the way, I have a niece who just graduated from Fudan this year, and she’s quite pretty."

"How about it, want me to introduce her to you?"

Old Su’s mouth twitched:

"?!"

Seeing Su Hua’s "I want to play matchmaker" look, Old Su quickly waved his hand:

"No need, no need, I’m not planning to find a girlfriend right now."

Su Hua seemed reluctant to give up and started reaching for his phone:

"That girl is really kind and virtuous. Let me show you a photo then; she’s also a descendant of our Su Family, but don’t worry, she’s distantly related."

Upon hearing this, Old Su’s hands waved even faster, like Jax launching a counterattack storm.

Under Old Su’s firm refusal, Su Hua finally gave up on the matchmaking idea.

Fortunately.

It didn’t happen.

Half an hour later.

The ancestor tribute ceremony was completed. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

The group tidied up the site briefly, and Su Hua approached Xu Yun and the others, asking:

"Xiaoxu, Xiaosu, shall we all head down the hill together?"

Xu Yunjian glanced at Old Su and immediately nodded: