In the story, Zhang Xiaofan was born in an ordinary family, but by chance, he embarked on the path of cultivation, and gradually grew from an ignorant boy to an unparalleled powerful man who could shake the world, slay immortals and destroy demons.
"The plot is quite cleverly designed. It not only reflects the mortals' desire and pursuit for the immortal path, but is also filled with profound discussions on human nature, good and evil." Cui Liang secretly praised in his heart and continued to immerse himself in the magnificent narrative of "Zhu Xian".
In the novel, the struggle between good and evil continues, various major sects exist, and various immortal secrets emerge in an endless stream, making people dizzy. The various hardships and adventures that Zhang Xiaofan experiences on his path of cultivation are even more heart-stirring and relatable.
"Cui Liang, it's already twelve o'clock, aren't you going to eat yet?" Cui Liang, who was immersed in reading, came back to his senses when he heard his colleague calling him.
He looked up in a daze, as if he had not yet completely withdrawn from the novel "Zhu Xian".
"Does time pass so quickly? It's already twelve o'clock, and I'm really hungry. Hey! There's a letter in it." When Cui Liang put away the manuscript and was about to go eat, a letter fell out from the manuscript. Cui Liang picked it up curiously and opened it to take a look.
"Xiaoxiang Qingkong is probably less than 20 years old?" After reading the letter, Cui Liang seemed to have discovered another secret and was immediately shocked.
The content of this letter, Xiaoxiang Qingkong, said that next year would be the first year that the college entrance examination would be resumed, and Zhang Qiurui asked them at People's Literature to get her a place in the Yenching Film Academy without taking the entrance exam. Generally, there are regulations on admission requirements for such art academies, and the age limit is not allowed to exceed a certain number.
"Editor-in-Chief Zhang, Xiaoxiang Qingkong has received another manuscript.
This time the manuscript has more than one million words. Although I did not read the entire manuscript this morning, I read part of it. This time, Xiaoxiang Qingkong has opened up a new genre of novels.
According to Xiaoxiang Qingkong, the new genre he's opening up this time is called "Xianxia." Cui Liang knocked on the editor-in-chief's office door and walked in. He gently placed the manuscript and letter on the desk in front of the editor-in-chief, his eyes gleaming with uncontrollable excitement.
"Xianxia? Is it a novel similar to Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio or one with fantasy elements?" Zhang Guangnian raised his head and asked with curiosity and a hint of doubt in his eyes.
“No, Editor-in-Chief Zhang, this is completely different from the strange stories in Liaozhai and traditional fantasy novels.
I took a quick look at a portion of it. The conception and writing are simply fantastical yet profound. The descriptions of the martial arts and magic weapons are unprecedented, and the various mountains, rivers, scenery, and characters are written with an air of immortality. I think this could be a major opportunity for our publishing house." Cui Liang shook his head, his tone full of excitement.
Zhang Guangnian frowned slightly upon hearing this, then relaxed again, his eyes gleaming with a glint. "It sounds interesting, but there are risks in pioneering a new genre of fiction.
With over a million words, we still need to carefully consider how readers will accept it. Let's wait and see Xiaoxiang Qingkong's masterpiece."
"Editor-in-chief, Xiaoxiang Qingkong also wrote another letter to us, saying that the college entrance examination has been resumed and we can take the college entrance examination next year. Xiaoxiang Qingkong asked our People's Literature to get a place for admission to Yanjing Film Academy without taking the entrance examination." Cui Liang pointed to another letter.
"Is he going to study literature? Yenching Film Academy will not open a literature department next year." Zhang Guangnian was originally a good friend of the current president of Yenching Film Academy, so naturally he had heard about some of his friend's adjustments to the academy's plans for next year.
"Editor-in-Chief, Xiaoxiang Qingkong said he wants to study directing. Will the Yanjing Film Academy open a directing department next year?"
"The fact that Xiaoxiang Qingkong can write such works shows that he has a certain talent and accomplishment in literature. A director also needs the ability to appreciate and write scripts. If he is truly interested in directing, this is undoubtedly a direction worth considering.
"However, competition at a prestigious institution like the Yanjing Film Academy is fierce every year, and admission without examination isn't granted easily. "But since Xiaoxiang Qingkong has the talent and ambition, we can try to get him." Zhang Guangnian said after a moment's hesitation.
"Editor-in-Chief, I also feel that Xiaoxiang Qingkong's talent cannot be ignored. His works have not only been highly praised by our People's Literature, but have also had a wide impact among readers. If he can continue his studies at the Yanjing Film Academy, he may have greater development in both literature and film in the future.
Another thing is that when Xiaoxiang Qingkong comes to Yenching University to study, it will be much more convenient for us to commission articles from Xiaoxiang Qingkong since we are close to him.
Also, Xiaoxiang Qingkong mentioned something in the letter, saying that this novel has opened up a new genre, and he doesn't know how readers will accept it, so he doesn't need to pay Xiaoxiang Qingkong royalties this time.
Publish it first and see the readers’ reaction. If the response is good, we at People’s Literature will decide and pay the royalties.
If there is no response, this novel will be published in our magazine for free." Cui Liang said.
"Xiaoxiang Qingkong has a good plan. He's afraid that we won't do our best to help him.
In this case, I really have to arrange for him to enter the film academy." Zhang Guangnian's lips curled up into a smile, and he felt a bit helpless and a bit appreciative of Xiaoxiang Qingkong's plan.
Zhang Guangnian picked up the phone on his desk and dialed the number for the president's office at the Yenching Film Academy. After a few rings, the line was picked up, and his friend's familiar, steady voice rang out: "Guangnian, why are you calling me so suddenly?"
Zhang Guangnian smiled and said, "Old Zhang, I have something I need your help with, but I'm not sure if it's possible. You know Xiaoxiang Qingkong, right? He's the young writer who published several great works in People's Literature and received very good reviews."
"Oh, Xiaoxiang Qingkong. I've seen his works. His works are really good and very profound." Dean Zhang said on the other end of the phone.
"Xiaoxiang Qingkong is very interested in the directing department and wants to apply to the directing department of the Yanjing Film Academy next year. I wonder if your academy can give him a chance, such as exempting him from the entrance examination or something like that?
Oh! By the way, he submitted a new work today, opening up a new genre of novels—the Xianxia school. I've read the beginning, and it's well written." At this time, Zhang Guangnian strongly recommended Xiaoxiang Qingkong.
The dean was silent for a while, as if thinking about this question. After a while, he said, "Guangnian, you know the rules of our college. Admission without examination is not given lightly.
However, since Xiaoxiang Qingkong is a talented young man, if the new genre of novel he pioneers can generate a good response, it is not impossible to give him a chance to enter without taking the entrance exam."
"Okay, that's settled. Old Zhang, you have to do me a favor this time. If Xiaoxiang Qingkong can really enter your college for further studies, it will be a significant contribution to our literature and film fields in the future."
After hanging up the phone, Zhang Guangnian felt a sense of relief. He knew that Xiaoxiang Qingkong's project had taken a crucial step forward. Now it all depended on how Xiaoxiang Qingkong's new work would perform.
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