Chapter 41 Didn’t your people just arrive?
Dong Yuejin saw Li Ye coming from the classroom from afar and finally understood what Principal Chang meant.
[Isn't this just a child? Handsome and energetic]
Before Dong Yuejin came here, he would never have imagined that the author of "The Hidden Corner", Seven-Inch Blade, was actually a high school student.
At this moment, looking at Li Ye walking towards him with a smile, he felt a little conflicted.
A few days ago, Dong Yuejin received the manuscript submitted by Li Ye and immediately reported to the editor-in-chief that he wanted to take over the book "The Hidden".
After reading it, the editor-in-chief was also optimistic about the novel, but he considered more aspects.
For example, what kind of person is Seven Inch Blade, who could write a work like "Insidious"? Is he a sensitive person who is in trouble?
In the end, the editor-in-chief delegated power to Dong Yuejin.
"Xiao Dong! This book is now fully handed over to you. You go and negotiate. Whether the result is good or bad, it will all be your credit."
The editor-in-chief's meaning was very clear. This novel is a good work, but the subject matter is somewhat sensitive. If you are willing to accept it, then accept it. If anything goes wrong, you, Dong Yuejin, will take the responsibility, and if any credit is given, it will also be yours. The responsibilities are clear, and the publishing house will not be responsible.
Dong Yuejin came to Qingshui County with a nervous heart. He hoped that this Seven-Inch Blade was a pure literati and not some X-faction.
It’s not Dong Yuejin’s fault that he is timid.
Li Ye had the foresight of later generations and knew that after the spring breeze came the season of revival, but others did not know! It has only been a few years since the wind turned around, what if it turns back in a parabola?
However, Dong Yuejin had made all kinds of calculations, but he could not have expected that the Seven-Inch Blade would actually be a "child".
[I don’t know if the second half of his manuscript can maintain the same level as the first half. If it can reach even half of the level, “Live” can be considered excellent.]
Dong Yuejin muttered to himself as he walked towards Li Ye.
From what Principal Chang said just now, Dahe Publishing House has already contacted Li Ye, so one should not be too arrogant.
A stubborn child is like a donkey that needs to be stroked in the right direction. He understands this.
However, just as Dong Yuejin smiled, Li Ye on the opposite side extended his hand from afar.
"Hello Editor Dong, I just received your telegram yesterday. I didn't expect you to arrive today. I didn't have time to pick you up. Sorry, sorry!"
"Haha, it's okay, it's okay. I'm not a delicate lady from a wealthy family, why would I need to answer the phone?"
"Okay, do you think we should talk about the matter first or read the manuscript first?"
“.”
Dong Yuejin was stunned for a moment, feeling quite surprised.
[Why is this child so stubborn? Why is he so difficult to deal with? Isn't he very reasonable and considerate? ]
The manuscript that Li Ye sent to Blue Ocean Publishing House was only a small part of the plot, which ended when Yu Zecheng was transferred to the post of major director of the Tianjin Security Bureau and entered the Shanxi-Chahar-Hebei region to receive education on progressive ideas.
After watching it, Dong Yuejin wanted to know the rest of the story.
First, the plot of this book is exciting, and second, the subsequent plot is related to the stance of this novel.
If the plot collapses later and the stance becomes distorted, then Dong Yuejin's trip would be in vain.
So Dong Yuejin is eager to read the rest of the manuscript without wasting a moment.
So Dong Yuejin said, "If possible, I would like to take a look at the manuscript first."
Li Ye agreed very straightforwardly: "Okay, I left the manuscript at home, let's talk about it somewhere else!"
Dong Yuejin smiled: "Well, it's better to obey than to be respectful."
Li Ye smiled at Principal Chang, turned around and left with Dong Yuejin.
Principal Chang didn't have time to react before he saw the two people walking away briskly.
"What kind of words are these?"
Principal Chang was a little displeased. People from the publishing house might not come here once in their lifetime, so why was Li Ye so rude and asked everyone to just get to know him?
"Ding-ling-ling~"
The ringing of the phone behind him interrupted Principal Chang's annoyance.
He turned around, sat down, and picked up the phone.
"Hello? Where?"
"This is Dahe Publishing House. Li Ye hasn't contacted us. Did you convey our intention to publish the book to him last time?"
"Big River Press?"
Principal Chang was stunned and said, "Didn't your people just arrive? Why are you asking me?"
“.”
“Beep~beep~beep~”
. . . .
Li Ye's manuscript was naturally not at home. He just didn't want to stay in the school for long, so he pulled Dong Yuejin out and went straight to the best restaurant in the county - Qingshui Restaurant.
After entering, Li Zhongfa and Li Kaijian had already arrived.
After the father and son exchanged greetings with Dong Yuejin, they asked for wine and food. Dong Yuejin was quite pleased with their enthusiastic attitude.
Li Ye took out the manuscript from his schoolbag and handed it to Dong Yuejin.
Originally, Dong Yuejin shouldn't have read the manuscript immediately in this situation, but he just couldn't help himself.
"Before the food is served, let me take a look. After all, this is business. Please forgive me."
"It's so casual, Editor Dong is so dedicated to his work, it's admirable, it's admirable."
Dong Yuejin opened the first page of manuscript paper, glanced at it casually, and connected it with the plot in his mind.
[Yu Zecheng arrives in Tianjin and meets the traitor Ma Kui, who has to bring his fictitious daughter-in-law to him.]
The compact and exciting plot quickly attracted Dong Yuejin completely, and he was reluctant to put down the manuscript until the food and wine were served.
Not only did Dong Yuejin not put down the manuscript, he also chuckled from time to time and shook his head as he immersed himself in it.
Li Zhongfa and Li Kaijian looked at each other and were both very surprised.
They only found out yesterday that Li Ye had written a novel, so they didn't read Li Ye's manuscript.
But no matter how much hope they had for their son (grandson), they only thought of Li Ye as an "excellent high school student."
But this bespectacled editor in front of me is in his thirties. He looks well-mannered and a cultured person. And he does this job. How could he be so fascinated by his own child's book?
"Ahem~"
Li Ye coughed lightly and winked at Li Zhongfa and Li Kaijian.
[Your grandson has finished his work, and it’s time for you, the veteran, to take the stage.]
Li Kaijian understood what he meant, picked up the bottle and filled Dong Yuejin's glass with wine.
"Editor Dong, you've worked hard on this journey. I'd like to offer you a toast first."
"Oh, it's not hard, you're so polite."
Dong Yuejin finally put down the manuscript, picked up his glass, clinked glasses with Li Kaijian and started drinking.
In fact, he had been traveling for most of the day and was already very hungry. Now that he came to his senses and filled his stomach with hot food, his mood gradually became cheerful.
After three rounds of drinks, the atmosphere became very lively. Dong Yuejin learned about Li Zhongfa's military experience, and they began to praise each other.
However, Dong Yuejin also learned from inquiries that no one in the Li family was engaged in intelligence work behind enemy lines.
So he asked Li Ye with some doubt: "Student Li Ye, how did you come up with those spy plots?"
Li Ye said: "I received help from a teacher and I plan to publish it jointly with her."
【really!】
Dong Yuejin was startled and asked, "What's the situation with that teacher now? Can we meet? As you know, since it's a joint signature, her consent is also required for publication."
Li Ye nodded: "Yes, she was teaching the students just now. I have notified her and she will be here soon."
Dong Yuejin felt slightly relieved. Since "that teacher" was free to move around and still teaching students, he was not the most troublesome type of person.
After a while, Teacher Ke came.
It was the first time for the Li family father and son and Dong Yuejin to meet Teacher Ke, but after just a brief contact, the three of them felt heavy-hearted.
Charisma is something that cannot be faked.
Teacher Ke's words, actions, manners, conversation and temperament made the three of them feel a hidden pressure.
Even though Teacher Ke is dressed simply, he is like a solitary star among the crowd, making people feel intimidated.
Dong Yuejin was a little hesitant. How could someone like Teacher Ke publish a novel with a student?
He asked carefully, "Teacher Ke, right? Student Li Ye said that he wants to co-author this book with you. So do you have any requirements or opinions on the publication of this book "Lush"?"
But Teacher Ke said, "No, I just gave Li Ye a little help, so there is no need to put my name on it."
“.”
Li Ye looked at Teacher Ke in surprise, not understanding why she changed her mind at the last minute.
Teacher Ke smiled at Li Ye and took out two magazines from his bag.
She smiled and said, "When I was young, I also liked to write something and earn some royalties. At that time, I felt that I had some writing skills."
Dong Yuejin hurriedly took the publication from Teacher Ke and opened it. It turned out to be a top literary magazine from more than ten years ago. The works marked by Teacher Ke in it were also large-scale medium-length and long-length masterpieces.
Dong Yuejin quickly said respectfully: "So it's you, Senior!"
Teacher Ke shook his head and said modestly: "When I first met Li Ye, I thought I could give him some substantial help, but I was wrong."
"I believe Editor Dong has also read Li Ye's "Insidious", right? Then you should have noticed that Li Ye's writing style is different from that of us old guys."
Dong Yuejin nodded and agreed deeply: "Yes, this is a brand new writing method, very novel and very attractive."
Teacher Ke looked at Li Ye with a smile and said, "Since I can't help much, how can I shamelessly use their name?"
Li Ye really didn't understand. He looked at Teacher Ke and wanted to ask why right now.
Doesn't she need help anymore?
Thanks to the book friend "Feng Wu Jiu Tian?" for the 10,000-coin reward, and thanks to the book friend "20220501195001694" for the reward, Thanks (ω)
(End of this chapter)
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