Chapter 492 What is coming will never be late
Although the Chinese New Year has passed, Cheng Xuyuan is still very busy.
In addition to writing, he has many other things to do.
For example, when visiting an elder like Mr. Wan, although I have already paid the visit before the Spring Festival, I always have to show up after the New Year and tell the teacher that I am back.
It is still Muxidi, and after the New Year, Mr. Wan seems more energetic than ever.
He was even happier about the arrival of his disciple Cheng Xuyuan.
In addition to some interesting things about the New Year, the two of them still talked more about literature and had a very enjoyable chat.
"Xuyuan, I read your cultural journey." Mr. Wan sat on a rattan chair in the study, drinking tea and said with emotion: "When I started, I thought you just wanted to write something nostalgic."
“But after watching it a second time, I felt like you were going to criticize some people who were savvy about self-interest.”
At this point, he said very seriously: "But in the end, I realized that your purpose is not these."
"You are promoting our traditional culture! This is very good!"
Listening to Master Wan's comments, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Teacher, my little thoughts can't escape your control."
Seeing Cheng Xuyuan's smiling face, Master Wan said, "What you learn from books is always shallow. I think if you want to write this set of essays well, you should go out and read more."
"Do you want me to talk to your school and ask them to give you more vacation time?"
"Or, you can just apply for a graduate degree."
If you go directly to graduate school, you won’t be so busy.
But thinking of his Yenching University diploma, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Teacher, it's not easy for me to get into university. Please let me finish my studies."
"As for going to take a look, I think I can handle it with just some information."
Wan Lao smiled and said, "Okay, you decide for yourself."
"By the way, besides the Taoist Tower, do you have any new works now?"
Seeing Elder Wan's expectant look, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "There are two more articles. I have conceived them but haven't written them yet."
At that moment, Cheng Xuyuan talked about Mogao Grottoes and Yangguan Snow.
Elder Wan listened and nodded gently, saying, "Now that you've made this sudden move, I understand."
"I really hope that you can write these articles as soon as possible and publish them together."
"I think your cultural journey will be very popular."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Thank you for your encouragement, teacher. I will definitely speed up my writing and not let you down."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan who looked calm, Mr. Wan smiled and said, "When writing, the most important thing is to be meticulous and not just rush things."
At this point, Mr. Wan continued, "During the Chinese New Year, I received a call from Miller."
"He mentioned you on the phone, saying that you have already had a considerable influence in the American literary world."
"Your collection of short stories has made it into the top 30 of the New York bestseller list in the United States, and many critics have reviewed it."
"He said he has been contacted by more than a dozen directors who want to adapt your short stories to the screen."
At this point, Mr. Wan said, "Mr. Miller said that he hopes you can go to the United States after the New Year to discuss these matters."
Cheng Xuyuan waved his hand and said, "Teacher, I really don't have the intention to go to the United States recently."
"Besides, I don't plan to have my works put on screen anytime soon."
Mr. Wan was stunned for a moment! Although he was old, he still knew something about the film industry in the United States.
He knew clearly that once Cheng Xuyuan's work was adapted into a film and won an award in the United States, Cheng Xuyuan's influence would be greatly increased.
But now, his disciple was unwilling to do so.
What is this for? Facing Mr. Wan's doubts, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Teacher, the reason why I don't want to do it is because I have a movie that has already started shooting."
“It’s The Shawshank Redemption.”
"I hope to discuss other collaborations after this work is released."
"That way, I won't be taken advantage of."
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan say this, Wan Lao naturally understood, but he still said with a hint of worry: "Xuyuan, aren't you worried that your work will not be well received after it is released?"
"Teacher, if the effect is not satisfactory, then I will continue to write a new one."
"But I believe that the results should not be bad." Cheng Xuyuan is still very confident about this.
After all, these are works that have stood the test of time.
After having a meal at Mr. Wan’s house, Cheng Xuyuan said goodbye and left.
In the past few days since Cheng Xuyuan returned to Yanjing, he had eaten most of his meals at the homes of relatives and friends.
Although he usually pays attention to exercise, he still gained a little weight after eating so much.
Fortunately, it’s time to start school soon.
Cheng Xuyuan went to Shijingshan to pick up Fang Yuqing early in the morning. The two of them rode a bicycle each and soon arrived at the campus.
The campus, which had been quiet for a winter vacation, became extremely lively.
Everywhere there were students carrying luggage and with smiles on their faces.
Cheng Xuyuan sent Fang Yuqing to the girls' dormitory and prepared to go to the history department's office to rest for a while.
But as soon as he arrived at the gate of the History Department, he saw Chen Jianxun and Liu Zhenyun, both of whom had happy looks on their faces.
"Xuyuan, we said you might not come to school today!" Chen Jianxun said with joy when he saw Cheng Xuyuan.
Cheng Xuyuan has always respected Chen Jianxun.
He smiled and said, "Jianxun, Happy New Year, Zhenyun, is there anything you want to talk to me about?"
Hearing this, Liu Zhenyun smiled and said, "Jianxun's novel was published in Yanjing Literature and Art this year. We are going to make him pay for our meal."
"He thought of you and came to invite Xuyuan to go with him."
Upon hearing that Chen Jianxun's novel had been published, Cheng Xuyuan congratulated him and said, "Jianxun, congratulations."
"For me, this is a happy thing. But for you, Xuyuan, this kind of thing is really not worth mentioning." Chen Jianxun said with a smile: "But we haven't seen each other for a holiday, so we can take this opportunity to have a good reunion."
"Xuyuan, if there's nothing important, let's go together."
Cheng Xuyuan asked: "When?"
"Tonight, in the Long March Canteen."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Okay, then I'll take advantage of Jianxun once."
Chen Jianxun said: "Xuyuan, if we talk about taking advantage of others, we are taking advantage of you more. If you keep talking about taking advantage of others, I will not be happy."
"By the way, I heard that you are still on the list for this year's short story award."
"But everyone is discussing which of your works won the award."
Cheng Xuyuan knew that Chen Jianxun had a wide network of contacts in this area, so he smiled and said, "As long as it can win an award, I have no objection to any of them."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan's casual look, Chen Jianxun smiled and said nothing more.
Comparing yourself with others will only make you angry. This statement is really true!
Just when Cheng Xuyuan was leisurely enjoying the new school life, a figure who came hurriedly broke Cheng Xuyuan's leisurely mood.
Seeing Shen Yulin coming hurriedly, Cheng Xuyuan's heart moved.
"Brother Yulin, why are you here?" Cheng Xuyuan tried to appear as calm as possible.
Shen Yulin looked at Cheng Xuyuan, who had a calm expression, and wanted to slap him, but in the end he said, "Yu Mo's friend sent me a telegram saying that Yu Mo might have a premature birth."
"I have an important mission now, so it's not easy to ask for leave."
Cheng Xuyuan was stunned for a moment. He asked the doctor to calculate Shen Yumo's due date, and it was more than a week away. However, he did not expect that Shen Yumo would give birth prematurely.
This is actually a very normal thing to say.
After all, this kind of thing has happened in later generations.
According to the decision she and Shen Yulin had made, at least one of them had to be there when Shen Yumo gave birth.
Now that Shen Yulin can't go, he has to go alone.
Cheng Xuyuan said: "Brother Yulin, don't worry about this matter."
"I'm going there by plane today."
"Can you buy me a plane ticket?"
Shen Yulin felt relieved when he saw Cheng Xuyuan's attitude.
He originally wanted to go ahead regardless of the consequences, but if he did that, nothing would be hidden anymore.
After all, his mission now is very important. If he quits, his father Shen Yunliang will definitely find out the reason.
As long as Cheng Xuyuan can go, he doesn't have to worry.
"I have asked someone to buy the plane tickets. You have one hour to prepare. I'll wait for you at the gate." Fang Yulin knew that Cheng Xuyuan had something to deal with, so he walked towards the west gate while speaking.
Looking at Shen Yulin leaving, Cheng Xuyuan's mind was filled with thoughts, and he quickly walked towards Fang Yuqing's dormitory.
His heart was in turmoil at this moment. On the one hand, he was thinking about how to tell Fang Yuqing that he was going to the East China Sea, and on the other hand, he was thinking about Shen Yumo's current situation.
Although he had arranged everything before he came back last time, was it really as smooth as he had planned? Could Shen Yumo handle it by himself? Just when Cheng Xuyuan was a little upset, Fang Yuqing ran over.
"Xuyuan, what do you want to talk to me about?" Fang Yuqing, who received a message from her classmates, asked Cheng Xuyuan with a smile.
When she heard that Cheng Xuyuan was looking for her, she thought that Cheng Xuyuan was thinking about her and didn't think about anything else at all.
Cheng Xuyuan looked at Fang Yuqing, who was smiling, and after a little hesitation, he said solemnly, "Director Xie just called and said that the script I wrote before the New Year did not pass their review."
"Their factory director asked me to go to Donghai as soon as possible to discuss how to revise the script."
At this point, Cheng Xuyuan said, "Director Xie asked someone to buy me a plane ticket for today."
When Fang Yuqing heard that Chen Xuyuan was going to Donghai to revise his manuscript, a trace of reluctance flashed in her eyes.
After all, Cheng Xuyuan had only been back for a few days after the New Year, and she was still thinking about staying with him day and night at school. She didn't expect that he would go to Donghai to revise the manuscript.
However, Fang Yuqing did not think about other things. Considering the cooperation between Cheng Xuyuan and Director Xie, it was very normal to go there to revise the manuscript.
"When are you leaving?"
"We'll be leaving soon. The flight is for an hour later." Seeing Fang Yuqing's reluctant look, Cheng Xuyuan felt a little guilty but still said solemnly.
After all, Shen Yumo needs me more now.
Fang Yuqing looked at Cheng Xuyuan solemnly and said reluctantly, "I'll see you off."
Hearing this, Cheng Xuyuan was shocked. The person waiting for him outside was Shen Yulin. What should he do if he asked Fang Yuqing to send him off?
(End of this chapter)
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