The correct answer is wealthy or rich.
In America during the Articles of Confederation, many public officials did not get paid. This is because the federal government lacked the ability to collect taxes from states. Without any new sources of revenue, the individuals running for public office had to be people who were willing to work without a guaranteed salary. Only the most wealthy citizens were able to do this, as a majority of Americans would not survive without some sort of compensation.
The Incas built a large system of roads that went throughout their empire, Commoners were not allowed to travel on the roads. Communication was accomplished by runners on the roads.
