Chapter 462 Literary Translator
Xu Hongmei had read the previous few articles of this manuscript.
Looking at today, Lu Miao's level and quality have become stable, and he has even performed beyond his normal level. Xu Hongmei is very satisfied.
After reading the manuscript, Xu Hongmei directly stamped Lu Miao's document.
The other editors stood on the other side of the table, holding the manuscripts and reading. On this side of the long desk, Xu Hongmei smiled and communicated with Lu Miao:
"You're truly capable of translating foreign poetry so skillfully. This time, I'd like to assign you a serious manuscript assignment. Do you dare to take it?"
Lu Miao's eyes were clear, he didn't say anything, but he looked like he wanted to hear more.
Xu Hongmei laughed and took out a work record book from the drawer.
Open in the center, the page is filled with dense text.
Xu Hongmei squinted her eyes and looked at it, then flipped through it a few more times.
A few empty spaces gradually appeared in the dense font.
Xu Hongmei carefully examined each area, pointed at an empty space with her finger and said:
"The American classic, 'The Winds of War,' has two volumes. The first volume has been assigned to the publisher's experienced translator, and the second volume is still empty. If you're interested, I think you could give it a try."
Lu Miao frowned, looking serious as he considered the matter, but did not express his opinion for the time being.
"Although we are all translators, there are many different types of translation. If you have experience independently translating famous works, then you are a literary translator."
Xu Hongmei was very optimistic about Lu Miao. She was afraid that Lu Miao didn't understand, so she explained again and again:
"You're still in school now, and you're translating to supplement your family income. Once you graduate, even if you don't work here anymore, with this experience and some impressive translations, you'll be an industry elite and a sought-after talent wherever you go."
Xu Hongmei was not lying.
There is a real shortage of translators. Xu Hongmei waited and watched and decided that this situation would probably not be a short-term one.
The country will be in this predicament for a long time to come.
The girl in front of me is very capable and is on par with several experienced translators who work with the publishing house.
She is still young and has unlimited possibilities in the future.
Xu Hongmei cherishes talent and doesn't want Lu Miao to waste his time, nor does she want him to take the wrong path.
At the same time, there was also a part of Xu Hongmei that wanted to cultivate the best people in the industry.
There may be vanity involved, but more importantly, only when a person who is capable of causing a sensation is cultivated, will certain levels of needs be exposed to the public.
Only then can we more effectively call on the people to mobilize.
Xu Hongmei suddenly felt a little emotional.
She was also afraid that the forced melon would not be sweet, so she patted Lu Miao's shoulder gently and said:
"Take your time to think about it. Don't be in a hurry. I might wait for you..."
Xu Hongmei didn't finish the words "next weekend". Lu Miao shook his head slightly:
"I should be able to try, but is this manuscript urgent? Or should I just submit it once every two weeks like before?"
Xu Hongmei was stunned for a moment, then nodded in delight and explained her requirements in detail:
"Long-form manuscripts must be submitted every two weeks, and the minimum word count for each submission must be no less than 8,000 words."
"In terms of settlement, half of the manuscripts for the first three issues will be withheld, and all will be returned and distributed after the deadline for the later manuscripts is completed."
For such a long manuscript, I am afraid that the translator will quit midway, but it would be good if I can find someone to take over.
If you can't find someone, you can only negotiate with the translator and continue to complete the manuscript. The withholding of part of the royalties will become the "bargaining chip" of the publishing house.
It may not sound nice to say, but this is the rule and it is not difficult to understand.
Lu Miao took this job just for the money.
She doesn't feel bad about money, and stability is naturally good.
Lu Miao remained calm and said humbly:
"I can't guarantee I can do it, but if you trust me, I'm willing to give it a try... Just like last time, I'll bring some manuscripts next week, and you can check them over then."
"You are just too modest!"
Xu Hongmei patted her shoulder happily:
"Congratulations in advance, great literary translator."
Lu Miao was stunned for a moment, then saw Xu Hongmei's sincere smile. She scratched her forehead, smiled too, and nodded gently:
"Um."
After signing the cooperation document for translating famous works at the publishing house and stamping his fingerprints, Lu Miao put the foreign classics, which already had many creases, into his handbag.
Although I came here for the money...
But she also didn't want to disappoint the mentors who had supported and appreciated her all the way.
Then do it well!
Patting his handbag carefully and cherishingly, Lu Miao breathed a sigh of relief and set off for the bus stop.
The sun is very strong at noon in summer, and the sun hats I bought at the department store are very small and made of thick cotton.
Not only could it not block the sun, but it was also very hot to wear, so Lu Miao didn't wear it when he went out.
The sun was scorching hot and she had no protective gear, so the sun made her head burn.
She jogged along the road, trying to get to the station quickly.
There are Sophora japonica trees on both sides of the road over there, and it's cooler under the shade of the trees.
She had only run a few steps when she heard someone calling her. The voice sounded quite familiar.
"Comrade Xiao Lu, Comrade Xiao Lu!"
Lu Miao placed his palms on the sides of his head and turned to look back.
Two men of similar weight ran over.
One of them was middle-aged.
The other one had slightly gray hair, wore glasses, and was older.
After Lu Miao saw it clearly, he stood up straighter and said:
"Director Ma?!"
If it’s not Director Ma, who else could it be?
Of course, Director Ma is not the only one.
In addition to Director Ma, there was also the president of Sitong News Agency, Liu Shouyi.
Liu Shouyi nodded and said hello:
"Comrade Xiao Lu."
Lu Miao nodded seriously and greeted politely:
"President Liu."
Director Ma didn't know what he was thinking about. He frowned and glanced at Liu Shouyi with confusion.
But none of this mattered. Director Ma waved his hand and, while speaking, beckoned the two of them to a shady place not far ahead:
"Comrade Xiao Lu, it's been a while since we last met. I didn't expect to see you here."
"yes."
Lu Miao scratched his head, feeling a little embarrassed, afraid that Director Ma would mention the letter of recommendation.
Seeing that Director Ma was with the president of Sitong News Agency, many guesses flashed through Lu Miao's mind.
Director Ma had previously asked her to get a letter of recommendation from Teacher Zhao Tan. Could it be that he was trying to recommend her to Sibao News Agency?
Although she did not go to Sitong News Agency, she had an interview there.
If Director Ma asks, it should be possible to explain it, right?
“…”
I hope so.
What you worry about will come true.
The three of them stood under the shade of the Sophora japonica tree, and Lu Miao was thinking about saying something to greet them.
Director Ma went straight to the point and asked with a smile:
"How's work been lately? Is it stressful? Are you keeping up with the pace? Are you able to adapt?"
Director Ma had a warm expression and his tone carried a kind of intimacy that came from teasing a younger generation.
Lu Miao scratched his head and wanted to speak but before he could open his mouth, Liu Shouyi pulled Director Ma's sleeve and asked hesitantly:
"Teacher Ma, what are you doing...?"
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