At this time, Yu was gradually gaining fame among the people for his ability to combat floodwaters. Upon learning of this, Shun conducted a background check on him and discovered to his astonishment that he was the son of Gun.
Yet Shun did not pass over Yu because of his father's identity; instead, he summoned Yu for a personal audience.
Following a thorough discussion, Shun realized that Yu indeed possessed genuine talent, finding his proposal to dredge the river channels and guide the waters toward the Eastern Sea particularly practical.
Chapter 52