Chapter 612 I'm Afraid I Can't Keep a Low Profile
After returning from Cheng Xuyuan's house, Xiao Chen's heart was filled with emotion.
He couldn't believe what he heard was true, but the facts told him that it was all true.
It's just five million US dollars, that's too much.
He knew that writers could make money, especially great writers like Cheng Xuyuan, who could make money in a really crazy way.
But at this moment, he finally understood how crazy people like Cheng Xuyuan were when it came to making money.
Five million! This astonishing number has an additional US dollar behind it.
In other words, this is equivalent to 20 million yuan.
Although my salary is not low, compared with this figure, my salary is far less.
It can even be said that the gap between my salary and yours is really too huge.
"Son, what's wrong with you?" As soon as she entered the door, the mother looked at Xiao Chen's distraught appearance and asked with concern.
Xiao Chen really had no interest in answering his mother's questions.
He said helplessly: "It's okay, I'll go take a rest."
Hearing his son's answer, Chen Huaikai suddenly understood something. He looked at his son who was about to go to his room and said in a deep voice, "Come to the study. I have something to tell you."
Although Xiao Chen already has his own ideas, he still feels awe when facing his father.
So, he obediently followed his father to the room.
Old Chen sat down at the desk and asked, "Were you hit hard by Cheng Xuyuan today?"
Although Xiao Chen was reluctant to answer his father's question, he finally nodded obediently.
Because of this, it cannot be concealed.
Chen Huaikai looked at his son, groaned for a moment and said, "You need to keep a calm mind about this kind of thing."
"To be honest, not only you, but even I was shocked."
"People like Cheng Xuyuan are definitely not comparable to us."
"What about us? When we are looking for goals, we should set our goals on those who can serve as our role models."
"Instead of focusing on people like Cheng Xuyuan, who we can never surpass."
At this point, Chen Huaikai sighed and said, "Some people are gifted with talent, and it's hard to catch up!"
In the past, Xiao Chen was basically not convinced by his father's preaching.
But this time, facing his father's words, he did not express any objection.
Because he felt that what his father said was absolutely right in this regard.
Cheng Xuyuan, he really can't catch up now.
Looking at his son who was silent and looked deeply shocked, Chen Huaikai sighed and said, "Okay, stop looking so depressed."
"After Farewell My Concubine is released, I will recommend you to Director Wang to be in charge of a film."
“Although it’s not a big production, let’s take it step by step.”
If it were in the past, Xiao Chen would have been very surprised to hear his father say this.
But at this moment, this news just cheered him up a little.
But he still said solemnly: "Dad, I will try my best."
Chen Huaikai said: "You have to remember that when facing someone who is better than you, you should learn more instead of being jealous."
"For a talented person like Cheng Xuyuan, you should try to become his friend."
“Only in this way can it be helpful for your future career.”
Xiao Chen felt a little resistant to becoming Cheng Xuyuan's friend.
After all, he was a proud man, and although Cheng Xuyuan was calm, he knew very well in his heart that in order to become Cheng Xuyuan's friend, he needed to interact with Cheng Xuyuan more.
In this kind of interaction, there is an invisible distinction between primary and secondary.
And he, naturally, has to be in a secondary position.
"I will handle the relationship between myself and Cheng Xuyuan well."
Chen Huaikai looked at his son's appearance and wanted to say something, but in the end, he said nothing.
"Okay, go get busy."
Looking at his son leaving the study, Chen Huaikai sighed and stopped talking.
Compared with Xiao Chen's depressed mood, Chen Jianxun and Liu Zhenyun were extremely excited at this time.
The two of them got a little drunk at Cheng Xuyuan's house. Although they took a break, they still let themselves go on the way back.
"Jianxun, 20 million!"
Liu Zhenyun said: "I have never seen so much money."
Hearing his friend say this, Chen Jianxun said, "You talk like I've seen so much money before."
"Tell me, if all this money were piled together, how much would it be?"
Neither of them spoke, but in their hearts, they were both thinking about the huge warehouse.
"This is the income from the first part of Xuyuan's Game of Thrones." Chen Jianxun said, "I don't even think about how popular the second part will be after he writes it."
“How much more money can you make?”
A hint of speculation flashed in Liu Zhenyun's eyes: "I think that after the second part comes out, it will definitely make more money than the first part."
"After all, most readers of the first volume, if they like it, will buy the second volume."
"Moreover, the second part can also boost the sales of the first part."
To be honest, Chen Jianxun no longer has any idea about how much money Cheng Xuyuan can make from the second film.
After all, 20 million was too much, so much that he had no time to think about it.
He said with a hint of emotion: "Xu Yuan's works are not only popular here, but his novels about Western history are also so popular in Lao Mi's place."
“It’s really enviable.”
"When we can catch up to half of Xu Yuan, I will be satisfied."
Liu Zhenyun smiled and said, "I am satisfied too."
"That's more than 20 million! Half of that is 10 million."
Hearing Liu Zhenyun say this, Chen Jianxun couldn't help but laugh.
Although he was also arrogant, Cheng Xuyuan really made him feel that he was far behind.
"Okay, let's stop standing here and envying others."
"It is better to step back and weave a net than to stand by the abyss and envy the fish."
"I was planning to take a good rest during this period, but now I won't rest."
"I plan to accumulate some material and write a long novel."
Chen Jianxun asked, "Old Liu, what are you going to do?"
"I plan to revise the novel I wrote."
Liu Zhenyun said: "Even though it has been revised three times, it still gives me a headache just looking at it."
"But regarding the revision, I think I still need to work harder."
The two like-minded companions seemed more excited as they walked and talked.
However, these are only the direct impact of the news brought by Mr. Mike. In fact, the huge sales of Game of Thrones also affected many other people.
For example, Meng Fanjin! She is now semi-retired and spends most of her time with her family.
Besides cooking, I can watch TV or take care of the children, and life is pretty enjoyable.
On this day, she was watching the TV series The Man from Under the Atlantic by Mi on TV. She was enjoying it very much when the door was suddenly pushed open.
Looking at her eldest daughter who looked flustered, she couldn't help but say, "Yu Ning, how old are you? You're already a mother, why are you still so impetuous?"
"I'm telling you, you need to be more cautious in the future and not be so reckless."
"Otherwise, you let..."
Before Meng Fanjin could finish her words, Fang Yuning said, "Mom, something big has happened."
Looking at her startled daughter, Meng Fanjin asked, "What happened?"
"Can you still have something big?"
Fang Yuning didn't want to argue with her mother at this moment. She said quickly, "Mom, I heard from Qin Wenhui that an editor from the United States came to see Cheng Xuyuan today."
"It is said that a novel written by Cheng Xuyuan in the United States is selling very well."
"It has now become one of the best-selling books in the United States."
Hearing this, Meng Fanjin said calmly: "What's the big deal? Cheng Xuyuan's books are well written."
"Didn't you say some time ago that his story about crossing Guandong was very popular?"
"Is it one of the best-selling books here now?"
Listening to her mother's usual words, Fang Yuning said, "Mom, that's different."
"The American editor who came this time brought Cheng Xuyuan a huge amount of royalties."
"I heard it's five million US dollars!"
"Five million!"
Five million US dollars!
Even with Meng Fanjin's calmness, his expression suddenly became serious when he heard the news.
Five million is already a lot.
And it’s US dollars.
Although she couldn't remember the conversion rate between the two, she vaguely remembered that the US dollar seemed to be more valuable.
"How much is this?"
Fang Yuning knew what her mother meant by the money. She trembled and said, "Mom, I heard from Qin Wenhui that it should be more than 20 million."
“It seems like this is just the beginning.”
Meng Fanjin suddenly became a little uneasy.
Although she believed in Cheng Xuyuan in her heart, the money was too much.
"Yu Ning, are you kidding me? How do you have so much money?" Meng Fanjin said with a slight smile.
Fang Yuning said: "Mom, this news is true."
"Wenhui has already asked someone."
"Now many people know the news."
Meng Fanjin hesitated for a while before coming to his senses.
She said to Fang Yuning: "Yu Ning, this is a good thing, why are you panicking?"
"Mom, I know this is a good thing, but Cheng Xuyuan is so rich, this... this Yuqing will have trouble in the future!"
Fang Yuning said solemnly.
Meng Fanjin sighed. Although she had always hoped that her daughter could find a capable son-in-law, this Cheng Xuyuan was just too capable.
This is too much money!
Five million US dollars, this... this...
Just when she was struggling in her heart, Fang Yuning said, "Mom, why don't you call Yuqing over and tell her about marrying Cheng Xuyuan."
"After all, they are graduating this year, so it's perfectly normal for them to get married."
"It will save you from more troubles."
Meng Fanjin looked at his serious daughter and suddenly felt that this matter should be considered.
Although Fang Yuqing has always believed in Cheng Xuyuan, as a mother, she always has to think about her daughter.
It's time to consider getting married.
"Well, Cheng Xuyuan and Yuqing are about to graduate from college, so it's time to consider getting married."
"Summer vacation will begin in two months. Do you think we should invite Cheng Xuyuan's parents to come to Yanjing, or should your father and I go over there?"
Fang Yuning hesitated for a moment and said, "Mom, I think both are fine."
"Why don't we ask Yuqing to ask Cheng Xuyuan for advice and see what's the best approach."
Meng Fanjin didn't dwell on this matter too much. She nodded and said, "Okay, let Yuqing ask first."
…
Cheng Xuyuan never expected that Mr. Mike's arrival would have such a significant impact on his life.
After he sent away guests including Chen Huaikai, he fell asleep as he was a little drunk.
Just when he was falling asleep, there was a knock on the door.
Cheng Xuyuan struggled to get out of bed, opened the door, and saw Meng Dezhi standing at his door.
Cheng Xuyuan has always been very respectful to his uncle Meng Dezhi.
Seeing him coming, Cheng Xuyuan couldn't help but ask, "Uncle, why are you here?"
Meng Dezhi glanced at Cheng Xuyuan, hesitated for a moment and said, "Xuyuan, is the five million yuan thing true?"
Hearing Meng Dezhi's question, Cheng Xuyuan immediately reacted.
He smiled and said, "Uncle, it's true."
"When I went to the Oscars, I met with Mike, and he told me that I should write something about business, so I took advantage of my free time and wrote a novel."
“When I came back, the novel had just been published.”
"I didn't think to search, but it's so popular in Lao Mi's place."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan who looked as if he was being careless, Meng Dezhi didn't know what to say.
Although this is a good thing for Cheng Xuyuan, it is really too good to be true!
He hesitated for a moment and said, "How can I say hello to you?"
"During this period of time, apart from communicating more with Mr. Mike, you must keep a low profile on other matters. Do you understand?"
Cheng Xuyuan looked at Meng Dezhi, who looked serious, and couldn't help asking, "Uncle, is there something wrong?"
"It's nothing, it's just that you are too popular right now."
"I think it's best for you to keep a low profile at this time."
"Why, you don't listen to me."
Cheng Xuyuan scratched his head and said, "Uncle, how could I not listen to you? It's just that I'm afraid that I can't keep a low profile even if I want to."
Meng Dezhi did not disbelieve Cheng Xuyuan's concerns, but he still said: "Xuyuan, I know your current situation."
"But what others think is their business."
"But you yourself must keep a low profile."
"Also, although you have a lot of money, you shouldn't spend it lavishly at this time."
"Do you know?"
Cheng Xuyuan knew that Meng Dezhi said all this for his own sake.
In fact, if Mr. Mike had not come suddenly, Cheng Xuyuan would definitely not let him be so high-profile.
So in response to Meng Dezhi's admonition, he said solemnly: "Uncle, don't worry, I will keep a low profile."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan's serious expression, Meng Dezhi suddenly patted Cheng Xuyuan on the shoulder and said, "Xuyuan, you really made me proud this time."
“Well done.”
(End of this chapter)
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