Chapter 567 We also want to have a child of our own
Originally, Shen Yumo's call had already made Cheng Xuyuan feel a little confused.
And Fang Yuqing's news made Cheng Xuyuan's expression change even more.
He looked at Fang Yuqing and said, "Yuqing, where did you get this news?"
Fang Yuqing also considered it carefully before telling the news.
She felt that it was a little inappropriate for her to say this.
But after accidentally hearing about this from an acquaintance, she couldn't help but want to tell Cheng Xuyuan about it.
In her mind, Cheng Xuyuan should have known about this in advance.
This will save you from making any inappropriate comments when others talk about this matter in the future.
That would not be a good thing for Cheng Xuyuan.
"A friend of mine, whose brother-in-law works for the Donghai Literary Association, told me this when he came to Beijing for a meeting some time ago." Fang Yuqing seemed to be afraid that Cheng Xuyuan would be angry, so she came to Cheng Xuyuan and said gently.
Cheng Xuyuan felt quite helpless.
For many things, the more you want to hide them, the less you can hide them.
For many things, the more you don't want to hide them, the longer it may go unnoticed.
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan who was lost in thought, Fang Yuqing felt that Cheng Xuyuan must be in a bad mood.
Although Cheng Xuyuan and Shen Yumo are divorced, they were once husband and wife after all.
Now that I hear that my ex-wife has remarried and has a child, I'm afraid not many people would be happy.
"Xuyuan, we are already juniors now. After this semester, we will graduate next year."
Fang Yuqing said this in a much softer voice: "After graduation, we can apply for marriage."
"I've already inquired about it. The school will not prevent graduates from getting married."
"When we get married, we will have our own children."
“I think our children will be better.”
Listening to Fang Yuqing's plan, Cheng Xuyuan suddenly woke up.
I'm a little out of control!
Fortunately, Fang Yuqing didn't doubt anything and even used this method to comfort herself. I felt a little sorry for her.
Seeing Fang Yuqing's expectant face, Cheng Xuyuan immediately hugged Fang Yuqing and said, "Yes, we will definitely have our own children in the future."
"If I were a girl, I'd hope I could be as pretty and thoughtful as you."
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan say this, Fang Yuqing's eyes became even more gentle.
She smiled and said, "Of course, our child must be better than me."
"But now..."
As she spoke, she looked at Cheng Xuyuan. At this moment, Cheng Xuyuan seemed to be enveloped by the water light.
While Cheng Xuyuan was thinking about how to explain Shen Yumo's affairs to Fang Yuqing, word of mouth about Farewell My Concubine was fermenting.
Not only are discussions of Farewell My Concubine published in various magazines and newspapers, but some people have also organized reading clubs to discuss the article.
Of course, there are also people who criticize this.
For example, in Farewell My Concubine, Cheng Dieyi's feelings were pointed out as having problems in this regard.
However, this criticism did not cause much waves.
What most readers are concerned about is the fate and choices of individuals in the tide of history.
Cheng Xuyuan received more and more letters from readers.
To the extent that the two rooms in Cheng Xuyuan's courtyard next to Yenching Literature were filled with letters from readers.
Faced with such a good start, the editorial department of Yenching Literature prepared to celebrate.
Although this celebration was only on a small scale, Zhang Dening, who came on orders, still specifically invited Cheng Xuyuan to participate.
Facing the familiar Cheng Xuyuan, Zhang Dening had only one thing in his mind: don't judge a book by its cover.
If Shen Yumo hadn't admitted it himself, how could he have imagined that he and Shen Yumo were divorced and that they actually had a child.
Although Shen Yumo took the initiative in this matter, but...
"Cheng Xuyuan, our journal has sold over 1.5 million copies since the name change. Editor-in-Chief Li is planning a private celebration for everyone."
Zhang Dening smiled and said, "We are just going to Donglaishun to eat hotpot. Editor-in-Chief Li asked me to come here specially to invite you, the great contributor."
Cheng Xuyuan was not very interested in going to Donglaishun to eat hotpot.
After all, this is not the time when he just came to Yanjing, so he can just make do with the meal if he can.
Now, if he wanted to eat, he could just go there with Fang Yuqing.
He waved his hand and said, "De Ning, thank Editor-in-Chief Li for his kindness on my behalf."
"I really have something to do, so you guys should celebrate."
"What's more, you are a group of editors and I am an author. I am under pressure!"
Zhang Dening said: "Who said you are the only author?"
"I'm telling you, Editor-in-Chief Li was afraid that you as an author would feel awkward, so he asked me to invite Li Tuo, Jian Xun and others."
"By the way, there are several other authors in Yanjing."
"We have also invited several students from your Yanda Chinese Department."
"Let's go have a meal together. It's not a big deal."
Looking at Zhang Dening who looked like he must go this time, Cheng Xuyuan said helplessly: "Okay, I will definitely go."
Zhang Dening breathed a sigh of relief when he heard Cheng Xuyuan agree.
She came here with a mission this time. If Cheng Xuyuan didn't come, then her mission would not be completed.
Just as Zhang Dening was about to leave, he saw a middle-aged man in a suit, who looked somewhat out of place with the surroundings, walked in.
This person looked like he came from outside.
Zhang Dening was stunned for a moment. Before she could react, she saw Hong Zicheng, who was also familiar to her, walked in.
"Xuyuan, Mr. Dong has come to see you specially." Hong Zicheng introduced.
Cheng Xuyuan and Dong Cheng are not strangers, and the two have collaborated on many things together.
What's more, all the works published by Cheng Xuyuan in Hong Kong were negotiated by Dong Cheng and him.
It can be said that this is an old friend.
Dong Cheng smiled and said to Cheng Xuyuan: "Xuyuan, congratulations!"
"I watched your Farewell My Concubine when I came here, and I feel that your work has reached a higher level."
Looking at Dong Cheng who looked very friendly, Cheng Xuyuan shook hands with him and said, "Editor-in-Chief Dong, let's not be polite."
"Hurry up and sit down. Why are you here?"
Hearing Cheng Xuyuan's question, Dong Cheng smiled and said, "There is an exchange activity, and Mr. Cha sent me to participate."
"Also, Mr. Cha asked me to bring it to you. He said that when you are free, you must come to Hong Kong more often."
"He really wants to have a drink and chat with you."
Cheng Xuyuan naturally expressed his gratitude quickly for this greeting.
Since both Zhang Dening and Dong Cheng were his guests, he introduced them quickly.
Zhang Dening had heard a lot about Dong Cheng and Ming Pao. When the two heard their introductions, they shook hands and greeted each other solemnly.
Just as Zhang Dening was about to say goodbye and leave, he heard Dong Cheng say with a smile: "Xuyuan, your cultural journey has been reprinted three or four times in Taiwan."
“Not just popular.”
"Originally, this time the Reader's Best Book Award was going to be given to you, but unfortunately, in the end, because..."
Dong Cheng didn't say why, but Cheng Xuyuan understood.
He smiled and said, "If you don't give it to me now, you will have to give it to me later."
"But Mr. Dong, your royalties cannot be reduced."
Hearing about the royalties, Dong Cheng smiled and said, "Of course."
"Xuyuan, your royalties are envied by many people."
"A few days ago, Mr. Ni was chatting with Mr. Cha, and he mentioned your manuscript fee. He said that your manuscript fee for "Mortal's Journey to Immortality" was so high that he was envious."
"But although he envies your long writing, he feels that he can't learn it."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "That's because Mr. Ni is too modest."
Seeing the two people happily chatting, Zhang Dening said goodbye and left.
However, when she left Cheng Xuyuan's office, all she had in mind was the royalties.
For Cheng Xuyuan's Farewell My Concubine, they paid 7 yuan per thousand words according to the highest standard, which is less than 400 yuan in total.
Four hundred yuan is a considerable sum of money for ordinary people, but for Cheng Xuyuan, this sum is really too little.
It seems that the royalties will have to be changed in the future.
Should there be any changes in the remuneration based on the number of copies printed?
Just after Zhang Dening left with a heavy heart, Dong Cheng also sent an invitation to Cheng Xuyuan, saying that someone wanted to treat Cheng Xuyuan to dinner.
When Cheng Xuyuan heard the invitation, he knew there was something going on.
If there was nothing going on, it wouldn't be so formal.
He smiled and said, "Mr. Dong, we are old friends."
"If you have something to say, just tell me. Treating me to a meal or something like that is too formal."
Dong Cheng smiled and said, "Xuyuan, I know this is a bit awkward, but they insist on inviting you, what can I do?"
At this point, he said solemnly: "It's Director Li Hanxiang, he wants to invite you to dinner."
When Cheng Xuyuan heard that Li Hanxiang invited him to dinner, he immediately understood the meaning of this meal.
He tapped the table lightly with his fingers and said, "Boss, if you want to give me face, I must give it to you."
"But before we have this meal, you should at least let me know why he invited me to this meal."
"It would be embarrassing if you don't know why and you can't get anything done after eating."
Dong Cheng smiled and said, "Director Li told me that he invited you to dinner for two reasons."
"One is to invite you to dinner specifically, just to chat with you and get to know each other better."
"Second time? He took a fancy to one of your novels and wanted to adapt it."
Cheng Xuyuan asked casually, "Which novel?"
"It's your latest Farewell My Concubine. Director Li said he watched it several times and felt it would be a shame if such a good film was not adapted into a movie."
"So, he wants your authorization."
Upon hearing this, Cheng Xuyuan helplessly spread his hands and said, "Boss, if it's another film, maybe we can discuss it."
"But the crew for Farewell My Concubine has already started to be formed."
"Director Li is here to ask for my authorization. Isn't it too late?"
Dong Cheng also did not expect that Farewell My Concubine, which had just been published for less than a month, had already started to form a crew.
He couldn't help but say, "Xuyuan, this is too fast."
"Boss, for this novel, I wrote the script first, and then the novel."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Please explain to Director Li. I'm really sorry about this."
Dong Cheng smiled and said, "It seems that good things are always snatched away by others."
"Xuyuan, you don't have to feel guilty about this. After all, it was Old Li who came late. You can't blame anyone else."
At this point, he said in a deep voice: "But Xuyuan, you should not refuse to eat."
"Director Li also said before he came that he would treat you to a meal."
Cheng Xuyuan hesitated for a moment and said, "How about this, I'll pay for the meal."
"Please invite Director Li to my house for dinner."
"After all, I should be a good host here."
Dong Cheng knew that Cheng Xuyuan was not short of money for a meal.
He smiled and said, "Xuyuan, since you said so, I will tell Director Li what you mean."
"But I can't guarantee whether Director Li is willing or not."
"But I think there should be no problem."
After seeing off Dong Cheng and others, Cheng Xuyuan felt a little troubled.
He was very busy these two days and just called Shen Yumo to ask about the progress of the matter.
Shen Yumo's reply to him was that she didn't know whether Shen Yunliang had persuaded Li Xueling.
If Li Xueling continues to go to the East China Sea despite being persuaded, then...
As thoughts flashed through his mind, Cheng Xuyuan finally decided to call Shen Yunliang.
Let’s see what the former father-in-law is going to do about this matter.
The call was quickly connected, and Shen Yunliang's familiar voice came from the receiver.
"I'm Shen Yunliang, who are you?"
Hearing this voice, Cheng Xuyuan hurriedly said: "Uncle Shen, I am Cheng Xuyuan."
Shen Yunliang's voice was calm at first, but after hearing Cheng Xuyuan's words, he said coldly, "Xuyuan, is there something wrong?"
Although the address did not change, Cheng Xuyuan clearly felt a sense of indifference from the voice.
Cheng Xuyuan had expected this situation.
After all, I have caused a lot of trouble to other people's lives, and it is very normal for them to feel unhappy.
He immediately said, "Uncle Shen, I want to ask about Auntie's trip to the East China Sea next week."
Cheng Xuyuan did not hide anything and asked directly about the key points.
After hearing what Cheng Xuyuan said, Shen Yunliang felt even worse.
He returned home after a busy day and had just taken a bite of hot food when he heard his wife's decision to go to the East China Sea.
Just when he wanted to persuade his wife not to go to Donghai and to stay at home to take care of the children, he heard his wife nagging about not caring about their daughter.
Some people say that their daughters don’t care about their children when they have them.
Fortunately, she asked Li Xueyu to go and take a look, otherwise she would have really believed the rumor.
When he first heard his wife talk about this matter, he was really a little horrified and felt that this matter could no longer be concealed.
But in the end, after hearing Li Xueyu's proof, he breathed a sigh of relief.
However, when he breathed a sigh of relief, he also knew that Li Xueyu should have been convinced by his daughter.
Otherwise, such news would not have been passed on.
While feeling impressed at his daughter's ability to persuade others, Shen Yunliang was trying to find a way to persuade Li Xueling to go to Donghai again after some time.
But unfortunately, this time Li Xueling seemed too worried about her daughter.
So this time, she must go to the East China Sea.
Shen Yunliang had no choice but to think about the long-term plan.
The next day at work, he received a call from his daughter Shen Yumo.
During the phone call, Shen Yumo not only told his father what had happened, but also hoped that his father could persuade his mother Li Xueling not to go to Donghai.
Although Shen Yunliang was full of resentment towards his daughter, he would not say anything harsh.
Instead, he had to comfort Shen Yumo and tell her not to worry, saying that as her old father he would find a way.
But in the past two days, he thought of many excuses, but none of them could stop Li Xueling from wanting to see her daughter.
I was worried now, but I didn’t expect that Cheng Xuyuan would call me.
Shen Yunliang was not so polite to Cheng Xuyuan.
I asked this guy to confess everything to Fang Yuqing, but it seemed like he didn't do it at all.
Now, they even asked me to help them solve the problem.
So he snorted and said, "Xuyuan, I have thought of many ways to deal with this matter, but your aunt must go to the East China Sea."
"Do you have any good ideas?"
"Tell me if you have any."
Cheng Xuyuan could naturally hear the dissatisfaction in Shen Yunliang's words.
He hurriedly said, "Uncle, you are the one who knows Auntie best. I think you are the one who can come up with a solution to this problem."
"Please take care of it. It's not a big deal for you."
Listening to Cheng Xuyuan's somewhat flattering words, Shen Yunliang snorted and said, "Xuyuan, there is no point in saying this."
"Let me ask you, you promised before that you would explain this matter to Fang Yuqing."
"Did you tell me about this?"
At this time, Cheng Xuyuan already regretted making this call.
But faced with this situation, he could only say: "Uncle Shen, I am now considering how to best solve this problem."
"Don't worry, I will definitely handle this matter well."
"It won't have any impact on Xiao An'an's future."
Shen Yunliang snorted softly and said, "Xuyuan, since you are so perfunctory to me, then you should solve your own problems and don't ask me."
Having said that, Shen Yunliang hung up the phone.
Cheng Xuyuan didn't care too much about Shen Yunliang's attitude.
He knew that even if Shen Yunliang didn't consider himself, he would still consider Shen Yumo.
Therefore, Shen Yunliang still has to find a way to help Li Xueling go to the East China Sea.
However, he was not at ease at this time, because Shen Yumo already had a child. Fang Yuqing had mentioned twice that they would get married after graduation and have a child of their own.
In this case, should he explain Xiao An'an's matter to Fang Yuqing before the two of them officially have a child?
He had a vague feeling that he didn't have much time left.
It is precisely because of this that he feels a sense of urgency in his heart at this moment.
Just when all kinds of thoughts were surging in Cheng Xuyuan's mind, he saw Fang Yuqing running towards him with a smile.
"Xuyuan, many people say that the new restaurant in Cuihua Hutong has good food. Why don't we go try it?" Fang Yuqing said.
Although Cheng Xuyuan was a little troubled, he still calmed down and said, "Okay, let's go there now."
Cheng Xuyuan had a car, so the two of them quickly arrived at Cuihua Hutong where the restaurant was located.
At this time, there were still people queuing in front of the hotel.
Seeing this situation, Cheng Xuyuan was hesitating whether to queue up, but saw Li Xueling and Ma Xiaoli walking out.
This situation made Cheng Xuyuan stunned! (End of this chapter)
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