Chapter 447: People Who Don’t Go Home
Cheng Huangmei frowned, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes.
Changing the rules is easier said than done, but it is actually very difficult.
Because changing the rules will affect the interests of many people.
If the changes are not made properly, big problems will arise.
The rules for the Outstanding Short Story Award have just been announced, and although some people are dissatisfied now, they dare not raise it.
But once the rules are changed, those who did not win the prize might use this as an excuse to cause trouble, which is no small matter.
But if it wasn't changed, Cheng Xuyuan would definitely win the award.
If it was any other novel that won the award, Cheng Huangmei would have no problem with it, but if it was a novel like Schindler's List or Forrest Gump that won the award, then...
What is the purpose of Cheng Xuyuan writing these novels? Li Qingquan is right. What kind of thing is it to take the article that Cheng Xuyuan wrote for the New York Times and republish it? "Do you think it is appropriate to let Cheng Xuyuan win the award?" Cheng Huangmei said to Zhang Guangnian.
Zhang Guangnian's heart was also full of confusion at this time.
It would have a bad impact if Cheng Xuyuan won the award.
However, not allowing Cheng Xuyuan to win the award would not seem to have a very good impact!
Just when Zhang Guangnian was struggling with this, he heard Cheng Huangmei continue, "But not letting Cheng Xuyuan win the award doesn't seem to be very appropriate."
Listening to these contradictory answers, Zhang Guangnian had an urge to complain.
You have said all the good and bad things about me. In this situation, what do you want me to say?
He groaned for a moment and said, "Forget it. We don't need to make things difficult for the two of us."
"This excellent short story award is not decided by the two of us."
"Let's just let everyone judge according to the rules."
"Whether Cheng Xuyuan can win the award depends on how everyone judges it."
Listening to Zhang Guangnian's words, although Cheng Huangmei didn't quite agree with it in his heart, he didn't have any better solution in mind at this time.
After all, this matter is a dilemma.
Finally, he sighed and said, "Then let's do as you say."
Shen Yumo also read each of Cheng Xuyuan's recent novels carefully.
Although she had always admired Cheng Xuyuan, after reading these novels, she was still amazed at his talent.
I'm afraid that only Cheng Xuyuan can handle this kind of subject matter with an old American background.
Moreover, the writing is so good that it is hard to find any fault with it.
I just don't know how he is doing now.
Shen Yumo felt a little dry in the mouth and wanted to get a glass of water.
But as soon as she stood up, she felt her body was a little out of control.
As the baby in her belly grew bigger, Shen Yumo felt that her nimble hands and feet seemed less obedient.
Apart from anything else, her previously slender fingers now felt a bit clumsy.
"Yumo, you are eight or nine months old now. You have to be careful at this time." Sister Tang, who was sitting not far from Shen Yumo, said with concern.
Shen Yumo has always respected Sister Tang, who likes to care about others.
What's more, now people care about themselves.
So Shen Yumo said with a smile: "Thank you, big sister, I will take good care of myself."
"Just be careful. At this critical moment, you must take good care of yourself." Sister Tang said here, with a hint of curiosity: "Yu Mo, is your husband back now?"
"I tell you, he should ask for leave, otherwise, who will take care of you when you are like this?"
Shen Yumo, who had been able to have a good chat with Sister Tang, felt sad after hearing these words.
Although her file still shows her as married, only she knows what this marriage means.
In this case, where can she find a husband to take care of her during childbirth?
But without her husband, how would she deal with what happened next?
Although she felt uncomfortable in her heart, on the surface, Shen Yumo still said helplessly: "Sister, I have already told him about my current situation."
"But now, he is too busy."
"From what he said, they...they have reached a critical moment, and no one can leave."
Seeing Shen Yumo in pain, Sister Tang suddenly felt a sense of sympathy.
She hesitated for a moment and said, "Yumo, we are not only colleagues, but also friends. Don't worry, if there is anything, just tell me."
"I will help if I can."
Although what Sister Tang said was probably more of a momentary sigh.
But Shen Yumo felt a lot more relaxed in his heart.
After all, I escaped concern once again.
But the baby is about to be born, what should I do?
Should I go there alone? But if I don't go there alone, who else can I turn to?
Looking for Cheng Xuyuan?
How is that possible? From the very beginning, I had never intended to let Cheng Xuyuan know about this matter.
Now, I don’t want Cheng Xuyuan to know even more.
But, if not Cheng Xuyuan, who should I look for?
Should I look for my family? If my parents saw me like this, I don’t know what kind of mess they would make!
I can’t go back home to celebrate the New Year this year.
In other words, after having a child, I will rarely go back to Yanjing to celebrate the New Year.
Shen Yumo thought about it for a while, but still couldn't find a solution. Helplessly, she picked up the latest "Yanjing Literature and Art" again.
This issue of "Yenching Literature and Art" contains all works by Cheng Xuyuan.
In Shen Yumo's opinion, each of these works is a masterpiece.
Even each article has its own unique features.
Shen Yumo felt that when he was an editor, he might not come across such a masterpiece in a month.
But now, Cheng Xuyuan actually came with a special number.
Just as Shen Yumo was thinking, he heard someone say, "Yumo, what are you busy with?"
Shen Yumo looked up and saw Wang Yian walking in.
Wang Yian has many acquaintances at Shanghai Literature and Art, so she was very familiar with the editorial department.
Shen Yumo and Wang Yian are good friends, so they were very relaxed about her arrival.
"Reading a novel!" Shen Yumo responded softly.
Wang Yian glanced at the magazine in Shen Yumo's hand and said with a hint of emotion: "You also look at Cheng Xuyuan's works, they are really all the rage!"
"My friends are all watching Cheng Xuyuan's works now."
“It’s as if if you don’t see his work, there won’t be any good work.”
Listening to Wang Yian's sigh, Shen Yumo smiled.
After hesitating for a while, Shen Yumo said to Wang Yian: "Yian, I want to trouble you with something. Can you help me?"
Wang Yian hesitated for a moment, but still said firmly: "We are good friends. If you have any difficulties, just tell me."
"I will definitely help you if I can. If I can't help you, don't blame me."
After listening to Wang Yian's words, Shen Yumo gritted his teeth and decided to tell Wang Yian about his situation first.
She can't care about many things now!
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