"As expected, they rather become a bit unenthusiastic when they know that the leader of the division is only a young man." Old Si sighed after accompanying Hao Yu in the interview.
"Indeed." Hao Yu nodded. He had created a small plan with Old Si yesterday where he would walk inside, and Old Si would bring him in before any trouble happened.
And the result was within their imagination. Because the leader of the department was actually younger than them, they didn't think Hao Yu could do anything.
Hence, the people who had been interviewed were split into three groups. First, which actually comprised the majority, lost their desire to enter the division and either left immediately or gave a half-hearted interview.
Hao Yu had given up on them as well, and it wasn't like he was that desperate for people. The second group was actually doing it seriously, but from their gazes, Hao Yu could tell that they thought they could manipulate Hao Yu who was less experienced than them.
Unfortunately for them, he had seen through their nature. Fortunately, there was the last group. They were the smallest group, but the people inside this group did the interview seriously and seemed to want to dedicate their lives to working for the government.
Hao Yu had accepted several people from this last group. Finally, they had reached the last person to be interviewed.
"Alright. Let's wrap this interview." Hao Yu grabbed the paper containing the information of the last person. "Let's see… oh? A woman?! It's rare to have a woman applying for the job. But she is rather educated. Please tell her to come in."
"Yes, Sir." Old Si opened the door and called for the last person. The female was a bit short but looked energetic. She had a modest body that complemented the simplicity of her clothes.
The paper stated that she was only a commoner, but there was a deep wisdom reflected on her eyes. When she sat down, she brushed her hair gracefully and showed a calm and gentle aura. Even Hao Yu couldn't help but furrow his eyebrows when he observed this woman.
"Miss Ren Yexiang, is it?" Hao Yu raised three fingers. "I have three simple questions for you. What is your thought about the new division? What do you think should be done for the new division? And what would you do after joining the new division?"
Ren Yexiang was startled that she received three questions at once, but she instantly regained her bearing and started talking, "I believe the new division is a new opportunity."
"A new opportunity? Elaborate."
"I heard that the new division is a special division created by the government, so I believe this is an opportunity to start anew. Its path and course of action haven't been dictated so much by the government."
Hao Yu nodded and asked, "How about the second question?"
"If I can suggest such a thing, then I would love for the new division to stay independent. Being independent is a good way to handle a lot of tasks, away from the corruption and malpractice. Besides, the new division should focus on its task and work for the people."
Hao Yu's expression darkened as if he didn't like the answer. The change was so much that even the woman actually noticed it and started panicking.
Hao Yu demanded, "The last question."
"If I were to have the opportunity to join, I would definitely accomplish all the tasks given to me. I have the confidence that I could work harder than anyone else here!" The woman placed her hand over her chest and slightly raised her voice as to show her determination.
That answer was only greeted by Hao Yu closing his eyes as if he was disappointed. He let out a sigh before saying, "Alright. I've received the answers."
Hao Yu gestured her to take her leave and Old Si helped her opening the door, guiding her outside.
"What do you think about her, Sir?" Old Si asked calmly.
"She sounds like a liar." Hao Yu shook his head helplessly. "The only honest answer I can hear is the last question."
Hao Yu looked so disappointed, making Old Si panic. But that panic turned into fear when Hao Yu glared at him, asking, "So, is she the one you recommended, Old Si?"
"!!!" Old Si's body tensed up. "What do you mean, Sir?"
"Old Si. Let's drop the pretense. The one I judge here is not only the candidates but also you. Even if you're working here, I have to know who I can trust." Hao Yu slammed the table, pressuring Old Si. "Your reaction is far gentler to her compared to other people."
Old Si had done it secretly and thought it couldn't be seen. Sadly for him, it seemed that Hao Yu couldn't be tricked easily.
After a long sigh, he confessed, "You should remember the previous administrator, right? Yexiang is the third daughter of the previous administrator. While she doesn't have a lot of experience, she is smart and strong."
"She is quite bold to act as if nothing happened in the past. She even put that mature aura to cover her anger…"
"…" Old Si had a pained look as if she wanted to help her but couldn't. "As you said Sir, when the slaughter happened, I took her away and hid her this whole time. She could be the last survivor of the family. The reason why I didn't introduce her to you was because I wanted her to join this division with her own ability instead of relying on personal connection. But it seems it couldn't escape your eyes."
Hao Yu pinched the bridge of his nose for a minute before saying, "You can tell her to come tomorrow, but her position is the most brittle. I can take it away from her at any moment."
"Thank you, Sir." Old Si cupped his hands and noticed Hao Yu waving his hand as if telling him to not disturb him. He gratefully left the room, bearing the good news.
Unbeknownst to him, Hao Yu's frustrated face changed into a big evil smile. He muttered inwardly, 'That anger… the ability to hide it away, that girl is more useful than I thought. She will probably become one of the weapons to kill the cultivators in this place.'