1978 Synthetic Writers

Chapter 20 Synthesis is just around the corner
In a short period of time after the publication of "The Chess King" in "Beijing Literature and Art", it produced a strong "sensational effect".

What critics talk about most is the Taoist cultural atmosphere emanating from the work.

"If you don't eat for a day, your chess moves will be messed up", "The only way to relieve unhappiness is to play chess".
These down-to-earth and simple words are different from the mainstream of the literary world and deviate from the criticism of history. Instead, they express a free way of life and a calmness away from passion.

This unique writing style, which abandons heavy thinking, quickly won the love of a large number of readers.

Letters from all over the world were sent to the literary and artistic editorial department in Beijing like snowflakes. Zhang Dening delivered them to Jiang Xian several times, and there were so many letters that they had to be put in a sack.

Jiang Xian took a quick inventory and found that there were nearly three hundred letters, and the momentum showed no sign of slowing down and continued to grow rapidly.

These letters greatly satisfied Comrade Jiang Xian's vanity.

At first, he would open the letters one by one with great excitement and read them word by word.

However, the contents of the letters are basically the same, and you will get tired of reading them after a long time.

Unlike what is said in this chapter of Qidian, there are a lot of LSPS, and all you see when you scroll through it are jokes and erotic pictures.

Jiang Xian set his sights on stamps again, rummaging through the envelopes, trying to find some good stamps.

J25 "National Science Conference", T28 "Running Horse", T29M "Crafts and Arts".
I didn't find anything too precious. The Humane Flood ticket was already a rare commodity at that time. As for the famous T46 Monkey Ticket that must be mentioned in the rebirth article a few years later,
Jiang Xian didn't dare to think about it.

It's not available at all.

Why did no one care when it was issued? Why did the stamp collector have to buy the 96th edition of the monkey stamp at his own expense of 15 yuan because he failed to complete his task?
all fake.

On the day when the Monkey Stamps were issued, you could go to the entrance of the Philatelic Company and see huge crowds of people, at least a thousand people queuing up to buy the Monkey Stamps. If you go a little later, you won’t be able to buy them, and you won’t even be able to see them.

As for the legendary stamp dealer, he used his internal connections and went through special channels to secretly purchase 15 sets on his own.

At noon, Jiang Xian put on a coat, put on a scarf and went out.

Braving the chilly wind, I rode my bike to the front door and caught a glimpse of Zhao Zhenkai, Li Tuo and others squatting under the signboard of "Beijing Roast Duck Restaurant" smoking.

“The great writer is here.”

"Give him a good beating."

"I'll have some hard dishes later!"

"Okay, okay, okay. I'll treat you all today, and everyone can eat to your heart's content." Jiang Xian said generously.

When "The Chess King" was published, people like Zhao Zhenkai and Li Tuo ran around and made great efforts. Jiang Shiwei also helped him collect the inspiration of "Children from the Compound".

He has to do the right thing out of both moral and legal reasons.

When everyone cheered.

Jiang Xian stared at Feng Jicai, who had just shouted the most happily, and said, "Everyone, be quiet and listen to me."

"I don't think I'll be satisfied with just one roast duck meal today. I heard that Teacher Feng just held a seminar on his works, and Mr. Mao Dun even attended. This is such a good thing, Teacher Feng should treat us to a meal to celebrate, right?"

Once everyone was reminded, they all reacted: "We should treat you, we should treat you. Jiang Xian treats us every time he releases a work. Teacher Feng has released three works in a row, so we have to show our appreciation!"

"Yes, that's all right."

"Teacher Feng, don't pretend to be poor. Everyone knows that you are the first writer to receive royalties after Buzz Buzz Buzz."

"Teacher Feng, how about Lao Mo? A roast duck and a Western meal, a combination of Chinese and Western cuisine."

"Thank you very much, Teacher Feng, for your hospitality." Jiang Xian looked at Feng Jicai with a smile.

I have to raise my head every time I look at him.

This guy is very tall, 1.92 meters tall. Among writers, perhaps only Wang Xiaobo, who is said to be 1.9 meters tall, can compare with him.

However, Wang Xiaobo never came into contact with any writers' group. In his own words, "I heard there is a literary circle, but I don't know where it is."

Feng Jicai felt depressed and helpless, and regretted having spoken too much just now.

This kid Jiang Xian is such a nuisance!
"Beijing Roast Duck Restaurant" is "Quanjude".

During the humanitarian flood, the pawns took down the plaque of its century-old brand and have not dared to replace it until now.

There are three reasons why I came to Quanjude:
First, it tastes good, much better than the rotten duck that became commercialized in later generations.

Second, this is not beating people. At this time, in that state-owned store, the status of waiters is equivalent to that of civil servants in the post-epidemic era, and the service tenet they adhere to is "No beating or scolding of customers!"

Third, no food coupons are required. These days, a few high-end restaurants do not accept food coupons, such as Dong Lai Shun, Lao Mo, Cui Hua Lou, and Bian Yi Fang.
Looking at the menu, Jiang Xian ordered a roast duck for 8.82 yuan, and a few more dishes, Mushu pork for 0.95 yuan, fresh mushrooms and rapeseed for 1.5 yuan, mushrooms are more expensive than meat, sea cucumber soup for 2 yuan, fried shrimp slices for 4.4 yuan, because it uses less oil, scallion sauce for 2 yuan per portion, lotus leaf pancake for 2 liang and 1 yuan, and the 2 liang here means 2 liang of dry flour. He also ordered a few bottles of draft beer, which were canned at 0.2 yuan each.

Beer is now a special commodity that is subject to unified purchase and sale. The supply is tight, and it is only sold to high-end restaurants, government compounds, and tourist attractions. If ordinary people want to drink it, they have to carry a thermos and queue up to buy "loose beer".

Zhao Zhenkai suddenly said, "Jiang Xian, I want to trouble you with something.

I am planning to publish a magazine recently.

Jiang Xian knew the magazine he published: Today

To put it nicely, it is a folk publication, but to put it bluntly, it is an illegal publication.

It published a large number of underground literary works, especially the poems of the "Misty Poetry School", and thus "Misty Poetry" came into the public eye. In fact, there was no term "Misty Poetry" at that time. The public used terms such as weird poetry to summarize this type of obscure poetry.

"Today" is extremely brilliant, with novel and avant-garde ideas that have attracted young literary people and driven a cultural trend.

Zhao Zhenkai talked for a long time, but Jiang Xian still didn't understand the purpose of what he said. Finally, Jiang Shiwei couldn't stand it anymore, put down his chopsticks and reminded him, "Zhenkai, let's talk about business."

"Oh, I've strayed off topic." Zhao Zhenkai smiled embarrassedly, "Jiang Xian, Today is just getting started, and I hope you can become its consultant."

"Me?" Jiang Xian was surprised. "With my level, I'm afraid it will be hard for me to convince others to serve as a consultant."

"Jiang Xian, don't be so modest. How many people can write a novel of the quality of "The Chess King"? " Jiang Shiwei said.

Zhao Zhenkai smiled regretfully, "It's okay, I won't force it. After all, doing this is risky."

risk?

He gave a hint and Jiang Xian had an idea.

Joining Today is a rebellious thing to do!

As for the risks involved, the magazine "Today" was later suspended, but as long as he retreats while the going gets tough, he shouldn't get into trouble.

Jiang Xian thought deeply and said seriously: "Zhen Kai, I am willing to join Today."

Zhao Zhenkai's signature bitter face instantly brightened up, "Great, Jiang Xian, with you in charge, I believe the level and quality of Today can be raised to a higher level.

Don't worry, the consultant doesn't have much to do. We are really undecided, so we asked for your advice."

Jiang Xian nodded in agreement, and a prompt popped up in his mind.

"Inspiration [Heretical] Progress +1, Current Progress (2/3)"

very nice.

I am just one step away from that unknown novella.

He came back to his senses with satisfaction and saw that Zhao Zhenkai was already discussing the cover of the first issue of "Today" with others.

"Translating '今日' into English as 'today' seems too general." Feng Jicai frowned.

Shi Tiesheng, who speaks English so well that you can tell it's English at a glance, adjusted his glasses and asked, "What else can it be translated into besides 'today'?"

Jiang Shiwei shrugged, "I don't understand foreign languages, don't look at me."

Several people deliberated over it repeatedly but couldn't find a good way to put it. They always felt that it lacked the temperament of a literary journal.

“The Moment.”

At this moment, a voice attracted Zhao Zhenkai's attention, "What?"

“The Moment.”

Jiang Xian repeated, "It means at this moment, today."

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's eyes focused on him.

"The Moment" Feng Jicai laughed, "This is just right!"

"Wonderful, very wonderful." Li Tuo's eyes lit up.

"Just use this!" After listening to Jiang Xian's translation, Zhao Zhenkai, who had always felt something stuck in his throat, suddenly felt relaxed.

"This consultant is the right person!"

(End of this chapter)