Chapter 317 Yu Mo, what's wrong with Cheng Xuyuan's head?
Mr. Miller's letter was four pages long.
In addition to telling Cheng Xuyuan that the play "When Happiness Knocks on the Door" he was preparing had already confirmed its release date, he also told Cheng Xuyuan that the novel "When Happiness Knocks on the Door" had attracted widespread attention as soon as it was published in the newspaper.
Many people even contacted him, wanting to interview the author Cheng Xuyuan.
Of course, he declined all these contacts.
In the letter, he told Cheng Xuyuan that because of the attention the novel had attracted, he was confident that the drama would become a hit.
At the same time, he also told Cheng Xuyuan that "The Pursuit of Happyness" was nominated for the O. Henry Short Story Award, and the chance of winning is still very high.
At the end of the letter, he not only wished Cheng Xuyuan good luck, but also wished both of them good luck, hoping that the drama would become a hit.
After Cheng Xuyuan finished reading the letter, he told Mr. Wan its contents.
Elder Wan smiled and said, "Xiao Cheng, if your "The Pursuit of Happyness" really wins the O. Henry Short Story Award, some people will probably look very unhappy."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Teacher, although Mr. Miller said that I have a good chance of winning the award, for things like this, we should just let nature take its course."
"You said it well, just let it happen."
"We should work hard on some things."
"If your efforts don't produce results, don't force it."
"Seeing that you have a good attitude, I feel relieved!"
"Go ahead and do it, it's okay." Mr. Wan rarely patted Cheng Xuyuan on the shoulder and gave him a serious instruction.
After having dinner at Wan's house and discussing the three short stories that Cheng Xuyuan was going to write, Cheng Xuyuan said goodbye and left.
"Yenching Literature and Art" Editorial Department!
Although it is already the twelfth month of the lunar calendar, everyone's work enthusiasm has begun to slacken.
Some people even take advantage of their breaks at work to start buying New Year's goods.
At this time, many things need to be prepared in advance for the New Year’s Eve dinner.
For example, if you want to stock up on some dishes, cigarettes and alcohol in advance, you need to queue up in advance.
Otherwise, it will be too late to buy it after the Chinese New Year.
On this day, there were only a few people left in the editorial office. Zhang Dening and Shen Yumo, who did not have to worry about their family's livelihood during the New Year, were whispering.
"Yumo, have you heard?" Zhang Dening said, "Under Lao Li's insistence, I heard that this time the award seems to be given to us."
Shen Yumo was writing a review for a manuscript. When he heard Zhang Dening's words, he put down his pen and said, "For "The Pursuit of Happyness"?"
"No, I still stick to my previous evaluation. Cheng Xuyuan is too young."
"Give it to an old author. Although it's well written, but..." Zhang Dening didn't say anything else, but Shen Yumo immediately understood what she meant.
I heard that despite Li Qingquan's insistence, this benefit was still not given to Cheng Xuyuan's "When Happiness Knocks on the Door", a trace of regret flashed across Shen Yumo's face.
"Okay, we don't have to worry about this guy Cheng Xuyuan."
"He is not short of money, and this award is just icing on the cake for him."
Zhang Dening picked up the water cup and took a sip of water and said, "By the way, have you seen the movie "The Pursuit of Happyness"?"
"Not yet. There are so many people that we can't buy tickets." Shen Yumo complained, "Plus we were too busy with work, so we didn't watch it."
"Have you seen it?"
Zhang Dening said: "I've seen it, it's really well filmed!"
“Although I have read the novel, I am still very moved when I watch the movie again.”
"You don't know, in the cinema, some people cried because of the movie."
At this point, Zhang Dening continued, "Now the cinemas in Yanjing are playing this film almost all day long, and the demand is still far from meeting the supply."
"I've seen more comments on The Pursuit of Happyness in the newspapers these past two days."
Shen Yumo was moved after listening to this and secretly planned to go watch "The Pursuit of Happyness" in the next two days.
"But as for this guy Cheng Xuyuan, I will definitely give him a good scolding when I see him." Zhang Dening changed the subject and looked angry.
Looking at Zhang Dening's appearance, Shen Yumo felt a little speechless.
"How did Cheng Xuyuan provoke you again?"
"He's a traitor, you know. I've already told Lao Li and Teacher Zou that I'm going to clear out the second issue of this year and give him The Cliff."
"Or give him a special number."
"But do you know what Cheng Xuyuan did?"
"This kid actually...actually gave the novel "The Cliff" to "October."
"He is a traitor!"
"hateful!"
By the end, Zhang Dening was filled with righteous indignation, and looked like he would never give up on Cheng Xuyuan.
Shen Yumo also knew that Cheng Xuyuan had written a new novel. When he was thinking of asking Zhang Dening to find a way to get it, he didn't expect that it had already been snatched away by someone else.
Although she felt a little depressed, she also knew that she could not blame anyone else for this matter.
So she comforted Zhang Dening and said, "De Ning, it is Cheng Xuyuan's right to decide who to give the manuscript to."
"What's more, compared to us, October is indeed more suitable for publishing novels."
Zhang Dening snorted and said, "I just can't stand it."
"When I see Cheng Xuyuan later, I will make him..."
"De Ning, what do you want me to do?" Before Zhang Dening could finish his words, Cheng Xuyuan appeared at the door.
Looking at the smiling Cheng Xuyuan, Zhang Dening was stunned for a moment, the anger on his face turned into astonishment, and this astonishment slowly turned into a smile.
"Haha, I want to treat you to a meal." Zhang Dening said with a smile: "I'll treat you to a good meal."
Cheng Xuyuan naturally didn't believe Zhang Dening's nonsense.
He smiled and said, "Okay, don't try to fool me with this kind of nonsense. No one will believe it even if you tell it."
"Don't disbelieve me, we will make it happen right away!" Zhang Dening said, "I will treat you to dinner tonight, and Yu Mo will be with you, but I'm afraid you don't dare!"
Cheng Xuyuan felt helpless when he saw Zhang Dening finally react.
He waved his hand and said, "Okay, let's talk about dinner later. Is Teacher Zou here?"
"Teacher Zou is out on business. What are you doing here?" Zhang Dening waved his hand and said, "If it's not a big deal, the two of us can help you deal with it."
Cheng Xuyuan said: "It's not a big deal, I just have a few manuscripts. Can you please take a look at them, Mr. Zou, and see if they can be published?"
The manuscript has arrived! And it's not just one article! Upon hearing this news, Zhang Dening's face suddenly became more smiling.
As she asked Cheng Xuyuan to sit down, she said to Shen Yumo, "Yumo, hurry up and pour tea for the great writer Cheng."
"By the way, there is some good tea in Lao Li's room."
Shen Yumo didn't expect that Cheng Xuyuan came here to deliver a manuscript.
Immediately, according to Zhang Dening's arrangement, he quickly poured a cup of tea for Cheng Xuyuan.
"What manuscript? Let me see it." Before Cheng Xuyuan sat down, Zhang Dening asked impatiently.
Cheng Xuyuan immediately took out his three manuscripts and said, "De Ning, take a look at the content of the novel first and then decide whether to use it or not."
After hearing this, not only Zhang Dening became more interested, but even Shen Yumo, who was standing next to him, was also full of interest.
What kind of manuscript was it that made Cheng Xuyuan say such a thing! "Let me take a look first." As Zhang Dening spoke, he took the manuscript paper that Cheng Xuyuan handed over and handed a copy of it to Shen Yumo.
When Shen Yumo opened it, he saw the words "Qiu Ju Goes to Court" written on it.
What is this about! After quickly reading two pages, Shen Yumo couldn't help but immerse herself in the story. She felt like she had put herself into the role of Qiu Ju, facing one difficulty after another.
But just when she thought she was going to overcome the difficulties, everything took a drastic turn.
The village chief led the whole village to rescue Qiu Ju and the child, but because of Qiu Ju's previous complaint, the village chief was taken away...
Such an ending made Shen Yumo feel full of emotion.
Cheng Xuyuan's novel is full of ups and downs and is fascinating. It is really good!
However, the moment she thought about this novel, she thought of Cheng Xuyuan's current situation. What did Cheng Xuyuan want to express through this novel?
Is he trying to tell those people that if you insist on not letting me win the award, I will be like Qiu Ju who is involved in the lawsuit, and it will never end?
Thinking of this, Shen Yumo felt a chill in his heart.
Just when Shen Yumo was sighing, he heard Zhang Dening's laughter. However, in the laughter, she suddenly said: "Cheng Xuyuan, should your novel be called "Talk Nicely" or "Don't Bully Honest People"? "
Hearing this, Shen Yumo's expression changed.
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Let's talk after we finish reading it."
Zhang Dening rarely refuted Cheng Xuyuan's words, but picked up another manuscript.
Half an hour later, Zhang Dening and Shen Yumo finished reading the manuscript.
Zhang Dening put down Qiu Ju's Lawsuit and said to Shen Yumo, "Yumo, how do you feel?"
“All three novels are very well written.”
“It’s a rare masterpiece!”
Shen Yumo said this, glanced at Cheng Xuyuan and said: "It's in here..."
Having said that, Shen Yumo did not continue, but the meaning of his words was very clear.
Cheng Xuyuan didn't say anything, but looked at Zhang Dening and said, "Dening, do you think it can be published?"
"Cheng Xuyuan, don't make things difficult for me."
"Although I really want to tell you that it can be sent, but my words don't count."
"How about this, you put the manuscript down first, and I'll let Teacher Zou and the others take a look at it when they get here." Zhang Dening said this, looking up and down at Cheng Xuyuan.
"What's wrong? Why are you looking at me like that?" Cheng Xuyuan felt uncomfortable being stared at by Zhang Dening this time.
Zhang Dening said with a smile: "Cheng Xuyuan, I am really convinced by you this time."
"It's only been a short time since this happened, and you've already come up with three novels, and each one has a better title than the last."
"From now on, if I have nothing to do, I won't dare to offend you."
"Save me from having to give you 'Never Ending'."
Cheng Xuyuan waved his hand and said, "Okay, I don't have time to chat with you here. I'll leave the manuscript with you first. Give me a definite answer the day after tomorrow. If it doesn't work, I'll find someone else."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan's back as he left in style, Zhang Dening said with emotion: "What's wrong with Cheng Xuyuan's brain?"
"Writing is like drinking water!"
"Sister Dening, do you think these three articles can be published?" Shen Yumo did not respond to Zhang Dening's question, but asked with concern.
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