Chapter 263 New Cooperation (Another 10,000-word update!)
Someone in the audience immediately raised their hand.
The questioner is a girl.
"Hello, Lu Yanhe. I'd like to ask you something. Some people have said that the emergence of books like 'Jump Up' has squeezed out the space for more serious, literary magazines and themed books. What are your thoughts on this?"
Wang Xiao immediately said, "Wow, that's a really sharp question."
Lu Yanhe smiled and waved his hand, saying, "It's okay. It's not really a matter of squeezing out or not squeezing out. Anyone who truly understands the publishing industry knows that whether it's magazines or themed books, the problem they face now is a lack of readers. There's no soil for survival. And yet, in this context, 'Jump Up' has been able to sell over 100,000 copies of both the physical book and the e-book, even after the e-book was free for three days. This isn't something you can just grab someone else's space to gain."
"In fact, when writing a book like this, I received far more encouragement than sarcasm and ridicule. Many seniors encouraged me to do my best and continue with this book, so that this type of book can become popular again in the market and readers can pay attention to this type of book again." Lu Yanhe said, "Putting everything aside, as a 19-year-old college student, and in fact, not just me, no matter which student wants to do something or create something, I believe that everyone will give encouragement, just like I have received. I don't care much about ridicule or mockery because that is not the point. Those things can't make me more confident to persist in what I want to do."
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Chen Shiqiu said softly to Chen Ziyan, "Look, Yan He's mental state is better than mine."
Chen Ziyan smiled and said, "That's something he developed through countless battles. He wasn't always able to answer these tough questions when he first faced them."
"His response should be enough to reassure you, right?"
"That's just the beginning. Questions like this may seem pointed, but they're actually not that difficult to answer. I'm most afraid of being confronted by someone who's difficult or persistent."
"We don't have such students in Zhenhua."
"That's just the filter you teachers use for your students," Chen Ziyan said bluntly. "There's no place without trash people; it's just a matter of quantity. A beast in human form doesn't stop being a beast just because he's wearing human form; he's just adding a layer of disguise."
Chen Shiqiu was speechless for a moment.
Chen Ziyan glanced at him and suddenly realized that what she had just said was a bit too sharp and harsh. "Sorry."
Chen Shiqiu shook his head, "You're right."
"No, any teacher at Zhenhua has enough reason to be proud of their students. It's my problem." Chen Ziyan shook her head. "You have to forgive me. I can't look at the world optimistically."
"You are already optimistic enough." Chen Shiqiu said, "If I were you, I couldn't do better than you."
Chen Ziyan and Chen Shiqiu's eyes met, silent and solemn.
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The sharing activity ended successfully.
Lu Yanhe also breathed a sigh of relief.
Wang Xiao smiled at Lu Yanhe and said, "Everyone's reaction today was very good. The situation you were worried about didn't occur."
"I was just worrying too much."
Wang Xiao patted Lu Yanhe on the shoulder and said, "Whenever the crew does publicity or other promotional activities in the future, don't forget to contact us. Today is purely a sharing event, so there won't be a live broadcast. We also have a dedicated team that can do live broadcasts."
Lu Yanhe didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said, "So this means I'll have another free publicity channel in the future?"
"Why not?" Wang Xiao said, his face full of "Of course." "Our goal is to invite accomplished and influential people in their respective fields to interact face-to-face with our students. Often, celebrities come with publicity stunts. We each get what we need. It's not entirely pure, but it's good, isn't it?"
"Well, you're right."
Wang Xiao: "Besides, since we can hold an exchange event at Zhenhua, many people should be willing to come. After all, it's Zhenhua, so it won't embarrass you, right?"
"How could that be possible?"
The two words "Zhenhua" are a golden signboard that has unimpeded access in the Chinese-speaking regions.
If possible, no one would refuse to come to Zhenhua for exchanges.
The same is true in the film and television industry.
Lu Yanhe realized that this was Wang Xiao's way of returning the favor.
Lu Yanhe understood, thought about it, and said, "If possible, before the broadcast of "The Golden Age", we can invite all the main creators to have an exchange activity, is that okay?"
Wang Xiao instantly revealed a bright smile and said, "Well, this is already in my plan."
"Plan?" Lu Yanhe asked in surprise. "What plan?"
"Including the authors of 'Jump Up,' Liu Jiazhen and Mingyin, aren't they also authors who have received a lot of attention recently? I'd like to invite them too," Wang Xiao said. "As I said, anyone who has achieved success or has influence in any field is eligible for our invitation."
Lu Yanhe nodded, "Okay, I understand."
He said, “Then I’ll go back first.”
Wang Xiao nodded and said goodbye to Lu Yanhe.
Lu Yanhe stepped down from the stage and came to Chen Ziyan and Chen Shiqiu.
Several leaders of the college encouraged him with smiles on their faces and then left.
Chen Shiqiu walked them to the door.
Chen Ziyan took out a bottle of vitamin drink from her bag and asked, "Do you want one?"
Lu Yanhe nodded and took it in his hands.
"Thirsty."
When they were communicating just now, they only prepared a bottle of water for him, which he had already finished and did not ask for another one.
Chen Ziyan smiled and said, "You have a bit of a celebrity vibe now."
Lu Yanhe was flattered and asked, "Really?"
"Really." Chen Ziyan nodded.
Lu Yanhe felt a little embarrassed.
Chen Ziyan said, "Are you free tomorrow at noon? Let's have lunch together. I've found you a bodyguard who will also serve as your assistant. I've been searching for months and finally found someone who's relatively suitable. You can meet him and if he's a good fit, sign the contract with him."
Lu Yanhe was a little surprised when he heard this.
"Hmm? Okay, what kind of person is he?"
"He's a retired soldier who previously worked as a private bodyguard for others. He's very experienced and only 30 years old. I've met him a few times. He's a rather quiet type, but after asking around, I've heard he's a reliable person. His only requirement is a bit high, 250,000 yuan a year, after tax," Chen Ziyan said. "But he can also serve as your driver and assistant. When your work isn't too busy, he can serve as your entire logistics team. I think the price is acceptable."
Lu Yanhe nodded.
Chen Ziyan said: "You have to pay for this money yourself, so it's up to you to decide whether to use him or not."
Lu Yanhe thought that if he didn't earn money from "Jump Up", he would have no money to use even if he wanted to.
Chen Ziyan seemed to know what Lu Yanhe was thinking and immediately said, "If 'Jump Up' hadn't sold well, I would have signed him directly through the company and assigned him as your bodyguard. But there is a drawback. You're not his boss, the company is. For you, I think this person has to be completely trustworthy."
Lu Yanhe understood what Chen Ziyan meant.
Given the situation he is currently facing, he must have someone he can trust by his side, otherwise, no one knows whether he will become the next Zhou Ping'an.
"Then I'll go back." Chen Ziyan said, "Bye."
"Goodbye, Sister Zi Yan."
Lu Yanhe sent Chen Ziyan to the door, and Chen Ziyan asked him to stop.
"No need to send me off. My car is parked outside. I can just walk over." Chen Ziyan said to Lu Yanhe, "Go back and get some rest."
Lu Yanhe nodded.
He watched Chen Ziyan leave and was about to turn around when he suddenly heard Liu Bigo's voice behind him.
"Yan He."
Lu Yanhe turned his head, showing a slightly surprised expression.
"Producer Liu."
He hadn't noticed Liu Bigo was there before.
"I asked Miao Yue to make an appointment for me." Liu Bige put his hands in his trouser pockets. "The last time I saw you, I was wondering when I could see you again. There's a movie I want to talk to you about."
Lu Yanhe looked at the other person in surprise.
"Movie?"
"Yes, it's also an independent film," Liu Bige said. "I wonder if you're interested?"
Lu Yanhe asked, "Do you have a script yet?"
"Yes." Liu Bige nodded. "However, I'm not the producer of this movie. It's someone else's. I just think you're a good fit."
"I—" Lu Yanhe hesitated for two seconds and said, "Can I hear what the script is about first? However, Producer Liu, I must say that my current situation is rather special. I have to attend classes most of the time, and I have almost no time to film."
Liu Bige said, "Should it be OK to film on the weekend?"
"Weekend... yes, it's possible, but are two days enough?" Lu Yanhe looked surprised.
"It's not the main character, just a supporting role, two scenes." Liu Bige said, "Maybe we can finish filming it in two weekends."
Lu Yanhe showed a look of sudden realization.
So that's how it is.
"You don't insist on playing the leading role, do you?" Liu Bige asked.
"No, of course not," Lu Yanhe said awkwardly. "It's just that you told me it was an independent film and came to me specifically, acting so seriously that I thought I was the protagonist."
"This role is quite important, so I'm really taking it very seriously," Liu Bige said. "The director of this film is a friend of mine, and he and I wrote the script together. Simply put, the role you're looking for is a sanctimonious lunatic."
"Ah?" Lu Yanhe was stunned.
"He loves the heroine, to the point of being almost paranoid, but because he doesn't get a response, he wants to destroy her," Liu Bige said. "That's the character."
Lu Yanhe was stunned. "Do you think this role suits me? Do I make you think I'm a paranoid lunatic?"
"No, on the contrary, you have a very positive and sunny image," Liu Bige said. "But there are those few moments when you don't speak or smile, and I feel that you can burst out with this kind of paranoid madness."
Lu Yanhe looked confused.
"How about taking a look at the script?" Liu Bige asked.
Lu Yanhe asked: "Now?"
"Well," Liu Bige said, "The script is in the confidential stage. I can only ask you to read it now and then take it back. I can't give it to you directly."
Lu Yanhe was a little surprised, but nodded. "Then where should we watch it?"
Liu Bige said, "It's already half past nine. Are there any shops open nearby?"
Lu Yanhe thought for a moment and said, "There's a 24-hour coffee shop on campus. How about we go there?"
Liu Bige nodded and said okay.
There are quite a few people in the cafe at this time.
Many students who need to work all night to catch up on something will choose to come here, after all, coffee and food are available at any time.
Although the movie script is not long, it still takes about an hour to read it.
If you read slowly, it might even take two hours.
Lu Yanhe asked if they wanted to order some snacks. They could make French fries, fried chicken, and other snacks, which were very popular among students.
Liu Bige nodded and said, "I'll go order it."
Lu Yanhe picked up the script and opened the first page.
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The name of this movie is "Miss Ning". The movie begins with a fierce quarrel. The heroine Ning Yin argues with her parents about which university to go to.
Lu Yanhe didn't see his appearance until he was almost in the middle of the reading. Of course, he had actually appeared a long time ago. In the conversation between Ning Yin and others, he was a boy who repeatedly pestered her.
When he first appeared, Ning Yin was at her most awkward moment, and he showed up to offer her the most respectable help. At that moment, this character came across as thoughtful, considerate, and courteous, not as paranoid and insistent as Ning Yin had described.
But soon, not long after, he happened to run into Ning Yin when she was having dinner in a restaurant with a person who was in charge of a job that needed to be won over. After the man left, he politely went up to Ning Yin to greet her, sat down, and asked about her relationship with the man. But he didn't believe Ning Yin's explanation. The script noted one thing here: his eyes began to look hurt and fragile.
Ning Yin reiterated that she didn't like him and couldn't accept him. He began to grow a bit nervous at this point, asking her why. She grew impatient, and her impatience only irritated him further. He gradually revealed a frenzy: stubbornness, anger, and disappointment. Finally, he suddenly picked up the knife on the table and tried to stab Ning Yin.
Seeing this scene, a certain picture in his memory suddenly resurfaced in Lu Yanhe's mind.
He was confused, shocked and incredulous.
This scene in the script was unexpectedly combined with a scene in his memory.
The trembling feeling of hysterical indifference returned to his body.
I read the rest of the script almost in a state of confusion.
The script actually tells the story of a young girl who is constantly struggling with the chaos of her life.
The man Liu Bige wanted to find, played by Lu Yanhe, was part of Ning Yin's chaotic life. Liu Bige was right: this was a man who seemed perfect in every way before his final madness.
Lu Yanhe tried hard to pull himself away from his memories and took a deep breath.
"How is it?" Liu Bige asked.
Lu Yanhe raised his head and said, "This role is very challenging."
Liu Bige asked: "Do you want to act?"
"I need to think about it." Lu Yanhe was a little stunned. "This character, the last thing he did—"
Lu Yanhe's words came to an abrupt end.
"What's wrong?" Liu Bige asked.
Lu Yanhe shook his head.
This is his own mental obstacle.
Liu Bige said: "Although this film is also an independent production and not produced by a large company, it will be produced by French director Olivia and will be included in the film festival."
Lu Yanhe nodded, somewhat absentmindedly.
"Do you have any concerns? Is it because this character is a negative one? Although I've only been back in China for a short time, I've encountered many actors who are unwilling to play this kind of role." Liu Bige looked at Lu Yanhe. "If that's the case, you can just tell me directly."
"Oh, sorry, no, I haven't thought about that." Lu Yanhe explained, "There are some things in the script that made me think of something. I can't concentrate right now. Can I go back first? Regarding this script, I can't calm down and seriously consider whether to act or not."
Liu Bige looked at him in surprise, nodded, and said, "Okay, you have my contact information, contact me when you think it through."
Lu Yanhe nodded and said, "Sorry, I have to leave first."
He got up and left.
Liu Bigo looked at his back in confusion as he left, and for a moment he didn't know what was wrong with Lu Yanhe.
Where in the script did he do this?
I feel a little absent-minded.
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Mao Jiayang and the others were a little surprised that Lu Yanhe went to bed early today.
Normally, Lu Yanhe wouldn't go to bed at 11 o'clock.
For today's college students, going to bed before 11 o'clock is an unthinkable schedule.
Xiao Jing, who did not attend today's exchange event, chatted privately with Mao Jiayang and asked: Is the atmosphere here bad today?
Mao Jiayang said: No, everything is fine.
Mao Jiayang said: Maybe I'm just tired.
Xiao Jing: It’s really rare. He is usually the one who goes to bed the latest.
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Lu Yanhe actually didn't sleep, he was just lying in bed thinking about things.
The scene where Yuan Yi picked up a dinner knife and stabbed Teacher Su Su flashed back in his mind. It was horrifying and bloody. Even though it appeared in his memory, it still carried an elusive sharp feeling.
This incident has actually remained deep in Lu Yanhe's mind, like an unforgettable horror picture. At the same time, it is also a mystery that Lu Yanhe has never understood.
To this day, Lu Yanhe still couldn't understand why Yuan Yi could stand across from Su Su after stabbing him with a knife, smiling down at him and saying to him in a calm tone, "You said you would love me forever. You broke your promise. You owe me this."
If we draw a dividing line between Yuan Yi and Su Su, without looking at Su Su's side, the tone of Yuan Yi's words is even like reciting a beloved poem in a clear voice on a rainy morning facing the dim morning light.
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The next morning, Lu Yanhe still got up at six o'clock and went out for a morning run.
Sweat rolled down his face, he was panting, and he felt like he was back to the world.
There is a newsstand at the school gate - a newsstand that is very rare in this era.
Lu Yanhe saw the first episode of "Jump Up".
As he passed by, he asked, "Boss, is this book selling well?"
The boss nodded and said, "Not bad, I've sold almost a hundred copies."
This is in Zhenhua, where there are many students and it is the only newsstand nearby. It is rare to achieve such high sales figures.
Lu Yanhe thanked him and ran towards the school.
When I returned to the dormitory at seven o'clock, no one was still asleep.
He walked quietly, washed up, put on his schoolbag and went to the classroom.
The script of "Miss Ning" once again came to his mind.
Only at this time can he examine the script through retrospection.
This is a script full of metaphors, including the role he was asked to play, a person who seems normal on the surface but is actually out of control and paranoid, just like Ning Yin's life situation.
In the foreign literature course, the professor said that there is a trend in Western literature, especially modern literature, to focus on the analysis of people's inner world and life.
Lu Yanhe feels that "Miss Ning" is such a script. Of course, it is not dull, and many of the dialogues, including the structure of the play, show a sense of art.
But what interested Lu Yanhe most in this script was the role that was for him.
He didn't particularly understand the character's psychological drive, but he developed a natural curiosity and desire to explore.
At noon, Lu Yanhe went to the restaurant to meet Chen Ziyan and Zou Dong.
Zou Dong is the bodyguard that Chen Ziyan found for him.
Zou Dong looked like a very strong man with a sturdy build. He was wearing a shirt and a tie, and he seemed to attach great importance to this meeting with Lu Yanhe.
Brief introduction, greetings, and hello.
Lu Yanhe called Dong Ge.
It is indeed as Chen Ziyan said, Zou Dong is a taciturn person.
There was almost no smile on his face, his face was as straight as a rock.
But he sat in his chair with his back straight, with an air of reliability that gave people a sense of integrity that could be trusted.
Lu Yanhe had a brief chat with Zou Dong, mainly asking about his attitude towards this job and the entertainment industry.
Zou Dong's answer was also very simple. It actually meant just one thing: he was only responsible for doing his job well and had no opinions or attitudes towards other things.
Because many people hate the entertainment industry. Lu Yanhe also understands that compared to other industries, this industry is like a huge kaleidoscope, bizarre and glamorous, and under the high exposure, countless joys, sorrows, anger, and shadows of human nature are magnified.
But at least the people around him can't be like this. Chen Ziyan must have known about it, and he himself wanted to ask again, so that he could get to know Zou Dong better.
"Is Dongge married?"
"I've been married, but I'm divorced."
"Huh?" Lu Yanhe was a little surprised.
Zou Dong said: "I have a son, he is seven years old this year, he lives with his mother, and I live alone."
"So that's how it is." Lu Yanhe nodded.
Chen Ziyan added, "If necessary, Zou Dong can stay with you 24 hours a day."
It seems that this is a very important condition for Chen Ziyan to choose Zou Dong.
Lu Yanhe nodded.
Chen Ziyan smiled and said, "You're young and you commute between school and work frequently. When the time comes, have the company provide you with a car. Zou Dong can take care of your transportation, logistics, and security."
Lu Yanhe nodded and nodded to Zou Dong, "Brother Dong, I'll leave everything to you from now on."
Zou Dong nodded solemnly in response.
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After lunch, Lu Yanhe mentioned to Chen Ziyan the script that Liu Bige showed him last night.
"Sister Zi Yan, do you think I can answer it?"
Chen Ziyan pondered for a moment and said, "I haven't read the script yet, so I can't give you any advice. What are your thoughts?"
Lu Yanhe nodded and said, "I want to play it. It's a role I really want to play."
Chen Ziyan said, "It doesn't matter if it's an art film or an independent film. With your image, starring in this kind of film would actually give you extra points. A supporting role is also fine, but it depends on who the protagonist is. But from your description, the only protagonist in this movie is a woman, so it's okay for you to play a supporting role in this movie. Just be a special guest. These objective problems don't exist. What I care about is the team behind this movie. They said that French director Olivia will be the producer. If this is true, then if you want to act, we should seriously promote it. Recommend Liu Bige to me and I will contact him."
"Okay." Lu Yanhe was relieved to hear that Chen Ziyan agreed with his opinion.
After all, Chen Ziyan had the final say on what roles he would take. If Chen Ziyan didn't agree with him taking the role, he wouldn't be able to do it.
Chen Ziyan's cell phone rang at this time.
She picked it up, took a look at it, and suddenly cursed.
"Sister Zi Yan?"
Chen Ziyan looked up at Lu Yanhe again, shook her head, and said, "It's okay. It was those idiots from 'Sanchakou' who responded and are deliberately trying to discredit Minglan."
Upon hearing this, Lu Yanhe immediately asked, "What did they say?"
Chen Ziyan: "It's just that the script was modified based on the on-set shooting situation. Minglan refused to accept the adjustment of her role, so she deliberately slandered the crew. Then they announced that they would pursue legal action against Minglan."
Lu Yanhe couldn't help but frown and asked, "Will Minglan be held legally responsible for this matter?"
"We'll see how the lawsuit goes, but based on the facts, it's definitely in our favor. 'Sanchakou' may or may not actually sue. They know what they've done, and if it really comes to that, the facts won't be in their favor."
Chen Ziyan's thinking was actually very clear. After the anger she felt when she first saw the news, she was already thinking about countermeasures.
And the countermeasures gradually took shape in her mind.
"I'm leaving now, you go back to school."
Lu Yanhe nodded.
Zou Dong said: "I'm driving, I'll take you home."
Lu Yanhe shook his head and said, "No, this place is very close to the school. It only takes me ten minutes to walk back."
Hearing this, Zou Dong nodded and said, "Then I'll take you to the school gate. If you want to go anywhere in the future, as long as you leave school, feel free to find me."
Lu Yanhe nodded in surprise.
Zou Dong got into the role faster than he imagined.
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Lu Yanhe went directly to the library at noon.
He checked the response from "Sanchakou" on his phone.
Although the content of this response was just posted not long ago, it has become a hot topic and too many people clicked on it immediately.
The response of "Sanchakou" seems to be a long article, but in fact half of it is complaining. For example, there was a communication problem with Wen Minglan from the beginning. After Wen Minglan joined the crew, she asked the crew to shoot no more than eight hours a day and was often late. It was also written that Wen Minglan was not satisfied with the makeup and refused to make herself ugly for the role, which caused the filming to be delayed for a while, and so on.
In short, according to their description, Wen Minglan is a very difficult actress to deal with because she has a particularly powerful agent. Although she is just a newcomer, she is also arrogant and looks down on others.
Seeing this description, Lu Yanhe was speechless. No wonder Chen Ziyan flew into such a rage after seeing it, losing control of her temper and even cursing.
The online response to this article is almost split.
Half of them felt "suddenly enlightened" and discovered that Wen Minglan was actually "this kind of person".
The other half doesn't believe what "Sanchakou" says. After all, it makes people feel guilty to speak out after such a long time. And writing such a response after such a long time, avoiding the main issues and blaming Wen Minglan, actually confirms what Wen Minglan said.
This issue is being discussed in the entertainment industry, online, and in sociology courses.
Everyone has five minutes to express their opinions. The teacher of this course likes to let students participate in the class, so he often lets everyone discuss a social issue.
Regarding the Wen Minglan incident, she had previously asked everyone to write commentary articles, and today she asked everyone to express themselves impromptu.
She said, "I know everyone is a good reader, and I don't doubt your reading ability at all. But in college, everyone needs to learn to write and speak. These are two different forms, but they both involve learning to organize your thoughts, figure out the points you want to express and the arguments you want to make, and then learn to express these in the most understandable and convincing way."
Lu Yanhe was the first to be named.
"You work in the entertainment industry, so you should feel it the most. Speak first."
Lu Yanhe had no choice but to stand up, feeling a little embarrassed and confused, not knowing what to say.
Everyone in the classroom was looking at him. When he was being focused on by so many eyes, he felt an invisible pressure.
Lu Yanhe thought for a moment and said, "I believe that everyone has their own standpoint and starting point when speaking and doing things. If you try to judge whether someone is right or wrong, you will easily fall into a cycle of contradictions between emotion and reason. What is wrong from my perspective may be right from someone else's perspective because the interests of both parties are inconsistent. Therefore, at this time, we should look at what both parties have agreed upon and reached a consensus on. In the case of Wen Minglan and the crew of "Three Crossroads", that is the performance agreement signed by both parties. The spirit of the contract is an important factor in maintaining the continuation of a multi-person project. In this matter, whoever is the main party that violated the spirit of the contract will be held responsible."
"Does anyone want to refute?" the teacher immediately asked the other students.
Someone raised his hand, it was a boy.
He said: "Contracts are certainly important, but in fact, we all know that if we only follow contracts, many things will not be able to proceed due to changes in the specific situation. Of course, I don't know what exactly happened between Wen Minglan and 'Three Crossroads'. Now each party has its own story. But let's assume that before filming, the production team negotiated with Wen Minglan for the role of the second female lead, but during the actual filming, the director and screenwriter found that many of the scenes of the second female lead would be more reasonable for the first female lead. What should the production team do at this time? Should they adhere to the spirit of the contract and continue filming despite the mistake, or should they make timely adjustments and turn the locomotive back on the right track?"
Sociology is an elective course, and the students in this course come from different colleges.
Lu Yanhe didn't know the person who expressed the opinion, but after listening to what he said, he fell into deep thought.
Because he realized that what this person said made sense.
Probably because the two of them had expressed their opinions, after that, without the teacher calling on them, they all stood up and expressed their views.
Lu Yanhe did not stand up again, but wrote down some ideas that inspired him and gave him food for thought.
After class, Lu Yanhe packed up his books and prepared to go back to the dormitory.
The person who had just refuted his point of view stopped him.
"Hey, Lu Yanhe."
Lu Yanhe looked over blankly.
"I'm Sui Jiang, from the School of Business Administration." The man smiled brightly and asked, "I just contradicted you in class. Are you not angry?"
Lu Yanhe waved his hand and said, "It's just a normal discussion, why would you be angry?"
"That's good." Sui Jiang said, "How about we add each other as friends? Maybe we can team up for the group assignment later."
Later in the sociology course, there will be social topic research and collaborative paper writing, which are all passed down by previous seniors.
Lu Yanhe nodded and took out his cell phone.
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Zhou Mukai was the only one in the dormitory.
There was a girl on his computer screen, probably his girlfriend, and the two of them were having a video call.
Lu Yanhe said hello to Zhou Mukai, put the books for the two afternoon classes into his schoolbag, took out his laptop, put the schoolbag aside, stretched, and turned on the computer.
Zhou Mukai ended the video call immediately.
"Have you finished your morning classes?"
"Yes." Lu Yanhe nodded, turned around and asked with a smile, "Was that your girlfriend just now?"
"Yeah." Zhou Mukai nodded, "She's in Yuming."
Lu Yanhe was surprised and asked, "You two...were high school classmates?"
"Yeah." Zhou Mukai nodded.
"That's awesome! You two must be legends in your high school, a pair of lovers, one on Zhenhua and the other on Yuming."
Zhou Mukai raised the corner of his mouth sullenly and said, "It's okay. We are both top of the grade."
"Hmm? Do we take turns being the banker?"
"I'm a liberal arts major, and she's a science major." Zhou Mukai explained, then raised the corner of his mouth and said silently, "Lianzhuang."
A man of few words is a reserved person.
Lu Yanhe smiled.
“That’s awesome.”
Zhou Mukai glanced at him and suddenly asked, "Can I ask you something?"
"ah?"
"You and that Chen Siqi are together too, right? Even though you seemed to have denied it before."
"Well, it hasn't been made public yet." Lu Yanhe said.
To be precise, the two of them were not officially together, there was no confession or agreement, but rather a tacit understanding.
Zhou Mukai nodded in understanding.
"The book you two made is quite interesting," said Zhou Mukai.
"Really? I thought you guys wouldn't think it was serious enough."
"If I was looking for a serious book, I wouldn't have read Jump Up," Zhou Mukai said. "I haven't read a magazine in a long time. Although you call it a theme book now, it still looks like a magazine. There's not much difference."
Lu Yanhe nodded and said, "Because I wanted to publish a magazine from the beginning."
He logged into his email and received the second issue of the manuscript sent by Chen Siqi.
The second issue includes the creative notes of Jia Long, the lead actor of "The Honest Man", Li Zhibai's fictional novel about confession, the first serialized issue of Liujiazhen's suspense novel, a short story written by Bai Yu, and several essays and miscellaneous notes received from the submission mailbox.
Lu Yanhe put on headphones and read carefully one article after another. The quality of the manuscripts was very high, including those received in the submission mailboxes.
Chen Siqi said: These are the alternative manuscripts for the second issue. Huang Kairen's manuscript has to wait for you.
Lu Yanhe agreed. He had contacted Huang Kairen the last time, and Huang Kairen said he would try to finish the manuscript in the next few days and give it to him.
Chen Siqi added: It doesn't matter if you really can't wait. I have already made arrangements with more than a dozen popular writers to submit manuscripts. Many writers who have contributed to magazines in the past have contacted us through various channels and want to cooperate when they know that we want to continue. Of course, the more the better. At this stage, we are very short of manuscripts.
Lu Yanhe: Kairen is probably very busy, so his manuscript hasn't arrived yet. Let's wait a little longer. If we can't wait any longer, I won't post his manuscript yet. Previously, Peng Zhixing and Liu Zhiyin both said they'd write for us. Zhixing is planning a column based on his interview program, and Zhiyin wants to write about her overseas trainee life and experience in a girl group. Their manuscripts haven't arrived yet, so I'll ask them.
Chen Siqi: The second issue already has manuscripts from Jia Long and Li Zhibai, plus one that you must publish, as well as Huang Kairen's. The lineup of celebrity artists is already enough, so there is no rush to publish it in the second issue.
Lu Yanhe agreed.
Chen Siqi: I asked a very famous cartoonist in our country to draw the cover of the second issue. It was very expensive, costing three thousand yuan.
Lu Yanhe: As long as you think it’s worth it.
Chen Siqi: I think it is worth it. Although "Jump Up" is positioned as a series of books on literary and artistic themes, it is not just about literature. I want to invite all the great figures in the fields of literature and art to our book and leave their footprints in this book. Moreover, the publicity value of him drawing the cover for "Jump Up" is far more than 3,000 yuan.
Lu Yanhe: Who is it?
Chen Siqi: Jiang Yubai, the author of "Children of Time and Space".
When Lu Yanhe heard the name "Son of Time and Space", he showed a look of sudden enlightenment.
Although he had never heard of Jiang Yubai's name, he knew of "Children of Time and Space", a very famous comic that is currently being adapted into a web drama. It often becomes a hot topic because of rumors about the starring actors.
Chen Siqi: Thanks to the huge publicity we created for the first issue, Teacher Jiang agreed to draw a cover for us.
Lu Yanhe: That’s amazing. How did you think of looking for him?
Chen Siqi: Because "Children of Time and Space" is one of the most popular comic series in our country now.
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That afternoon, the account of "Jump Up" released a message: The cover of the second issue of "Jump Up" will be drawn by Mr. Jiang Yubai, the author of the comic "Sons of Time and Space". Let us look forward to it together!
After Chen Siqi forwarded it herself, she privately messaged Lu Yanhe to forward it as well.
Lu Yanhe quickly forwarded it.
Sure enough, just as Chen Siqi said, Jiang Yubai and the readers of "Sons of Time and Space" were quite surprised after seeing the news, and were even curious whether Jiang Yubai was going to draw a new series in "Jump Up".
The topic has indeed come.
Lu Yanhe also took the opportunity to pay attention to Jiang Yubai.
That night, Jiang Yubai also followed him back and sent him a private message: Please give me your advice.
Lu Yanhe saw the private message and asked: Teacher Jiang, can I add you as a friend?
Jiang Yubai: Okay, okay.
The two added each other as friends.
At this time, Huang Kairen suddenly sent a message to Lu Yanhe: Yanhe, do you want to play in "Son of Time and Space"?
When Lu Yanhe saw this message, he was a little surprised and said: No, Brother Kairen, why do you say that?
Huang Kairen said: I heard someone say that you have collaborated with Jiang Yubai, the author of "Son of Time and Space". He admires you very much and recommended you to the film and television producers of "Son of Time and Space".
Lu Yanhe was very surprised and said: That person is making it up. I just added Teacher Jiang as my friend a second ago. It’s just that Siqi asked him to draw the cover for the second issue of our "Jump Up". Speaking of this collaboration, Brother Kairen, when will you give me the manuscript you promised?
Huang Kairen: I was writing it, and when I heard the news, I came to ask you immediately.
Lu Yanhe: Are you a fan of "Children of Time and Space"?
Huang Kairen sent two "nodding vigorously" emojis.
He said: I expressed my willingness to act through my agent, but they didn't seem to think much of me.
