Chapter 199 Su Li, how can you speak German?
Fu Jinzhou listened to what Professor Wang's wife said and left with a polite smile.
After leaving Professor Wang's house, Kang Ping drove to the literature club.
He had issued a military order at the factory, requiring him to obtain the Chinese version of the instruction manual within a week.
Su Li and Li Mo were now waiting for Editor-in-Chief Zhou in the conference room.
"Lizi, our environment here is pretty good, right?"
Su Li nodded. "The atmosphere is great. Dealing with words every day is perfect for you."
"Of course. When I was a journalist, I felt that a lot of my time was spent on the road. Now, I have more time to write what I want to write."
"I can also see all kinds of stories, which broadens my horizons."
When someone submits a manuscript, the editor is definitely the first reader.
Su Li was happy for Li Mo. She really started a new life as she said.
"Su Li, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting." Editor-in-Chief Zhou came in apologetically. "Let me introduce you to someone."
Editor Zhou said this, his eyes falling on an energetic old man behind him.
"This is Professor Wang Zhengchu from the Department of Literature at Dongjiang University, a leading figure in our literary world."
Su Li's eyes widened instantly, and her face was filled with surprise and delight.
She quickly stood up and bowed respectfully to Professor Wang.
"Hello, Professor Wang! I'm Su Li. I had the pleasure of attending your lectures during my advanced studies last year and benefited greatly from them."
Professor Wang looked at Su Li with a smile, his eyes full of admiration.
"Su Li, I remember you. You were passionate about literature and had unique insights. I was very impressed."
"Especially your German. You haven't studied abroad, yet you speak it fluently and your pronunciation is very standard. This is rare among young people."
Su Li smiled a little embarrassedly.
"Professor Wang, you're too kind. I'm just more interested in languages."
In college, Su Li taught herself German, hoping to have the chance to go abroad. Unfortunately...
Because of Shao Ting'an, she gave up so much.
"Whatever the reason, it's truly commendable that young people are willing to learn and can master it!"
Professor Wang looked at Su Li with a mixture of surprise and fondness.
He turned to look at Editor Zhou.
"Old Zhou, that book 'Basic Theory of Literature' that you gave me, was it written by this girl?"
Editor Zhou smiled and nodded.
"Yes, that's her."
A hint of surprise flashed in Professor Wang's eyes.
"Girl, this is great. Your book is well-written and profound, and your understanding of literary theory is very thorough. I found it very rewarding."
Su Li was very excited when she heard Professor Wang's praise.
It is a great encouragement for her to be recognized by a literary master.
“In fact, many of the ideas in the latter part of this book were inspired by you.”
Professor Wang waved his hands and laughed.
"You girl, you can really talk."
"However, I do have some ideas. Let's sit down and have a good chat. If this book is published, our Department of Literature at Dongjiang University will use it as a supplementary teaching material."
Su Li bit her lip excitedly and turned to look at Li Mo.
Li Mo raised her eyebrows slightly and winked at her, silently encouraging her.
Forty minutes later, after Su Li sorted out the suggestions from Professor Wang and Editor-in-Chief Zhou one by one, her hands were shaking with excitement.
"Professor Wang, Editor-in-Chief Zhou, it is my great honor to have your support and encouragement. Thank you for your hard work."
"Xiao Su, you're so polite. Your book is well-written. We just don't want it to be forgotten. We want more people to benefit from it."
"The advice from the two teachers has given me a lot of clarity. I'll go back and sort it out and revise it according to what we just discussed."
As soon as Su Li finished speaking, someone came and knocked on the door.
"Editor-in-Chief Zhou had someone come to see Professor Wang, and I couldn't stop him."
Just then, Fu Jinzhou walked in, looking exhausted.
"Professor Wang, I'm sorry for the intrusion!"
Fu Jinzhou's voice was a little hurried, and there were beads of sweat on his forehead.
But when he saw Su Li standing next to Professor Wang, he was stunned.
When Su Li saw Fu Jinzhou, the smile on her lips froze.
She didn't expect to meet him here.
The two people's eyes met in the air, as if countless emotions were surging.
Fu Jinzhou's heart was beating wildly. He never thought that Professor Wang, whom he had been trying so hard to find, was actually with Su Li.
He was stunned for a moment, then took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down.
Then he walked quickly to Professor Wang and bowed respectfully.
"Hello, Professor Wang! I'm Fu Jinzhou from the Qixian Cement Plant. I apologize for disturbing you."
Professor Wang looked at Fu Jinzhou and frowned slightly.
"What do you want from me?"
Fu Jinzhou quickly explained, "Professor Wang, our factory recently spent a large sum of money to import a batch of advanced German equipment. The German experts we contacted have been delayed for various reasons. Furthermore, the manuals are in German, so the machines have been sitting in the factory for nearly half a year and still haven't been put into operation."
"I heard you studied in Germany and are fluent in German, so I'd like to ask for your help in translating."
After hearing this, everyone present understood that Fu Jinzhou came to him in such a hurry because of this matter.
However, after hearing this, Professor Wang shook his head repeatedly.
"Young man, it's not that I don't want to help you, but my eyesight is failing and my health is not good. I have to go to the hospital for a minor surgery in a couple of days. I really can't help you."
Fu Jinzhou's heart sank to the bottom.
He had been busy with this matter for several days and finally found Professor Wang, but got this reply.
Kang Ping stood behind Fu Jinzhou, also looking frustrated.
He knew how much effort Fu Jinzhou had put into this matter.
If the Chinese version of the manual cannot be produced within a week, it will be difficult for Fu Jinzhou to carry out his work at the Qixian Machinery Factory.
"Professor Wang, our factory hasn't paid wages for two months because of these machines. Hundreds of workers are anxiously waiting for the machines to start running so they can have a meal."
Fu Jinzhou knew that he was asking too much, but he really had no other choice.
"I know your difficulties, but I really am powerless!"
Looking at the helpless Fu Jinzhou, Professor Wang's eyes suddenly sparkled, "Young man, don't worry. Although I can't help you, there are people who can help you."
Professor Wang raised his finger and pointed at Su Li. "This girl speaks German very well. Let her help you translate. There should be no problem."
Fu Jinzhou suddenly looked up and looked at Su Li, his eyes full of disbelief.
He never imagined that the translator he had gone to such great lengths to find would end up being Su Li.
This is the woman he loves deeply but has to stay away from temporarily.
How does she speak German?
Su Li looked at Fu Jinzhou without saying anything.
She didn't expect Professor Wang to push her out directly. Although her German was good, she was still a little unsure about translating the manuals of professional equipment.
However, looking at Fu Jinzhou's expectant eyes, she couldn't bear to refuse.
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