1978 Synthetic Writers

Chapter 584 Arrangements for Family Members
Feng Mu spoke earnestly and sincerely, and Jiang Xian understood his meaning.

In recent years, domestic literature has become somewhat stagnant, lacking the explosive growth of the early 80s.

Although the popularity of avant-garde literature brought about a brief period of brilliance in the literary world.

However, avant-garde literature is mostly short and medium-length fiction.

This has led to a decline in talent in the field of novel writing; if you look back over the past few years, you'll find very few works that are truly outstanding.

The previous Mao Dun Literature Prize was not very successful, so this third one will naturally be run better.

Therefore, Feng Mu placed his hopes on Jiang Xian, constantly mentioning Jiang Xian's regret of not winning first place in the Mao Dun Literature Prize, in order to motivate him.

Jiang Xian understood all of this.

As Feng Mu said, "Hibiscus Town" has never won first place in the Mao Dun Literature Prize, which means that you, Jiang Xian, have never won first place in the Mao Dun Literature Prize. Do you regret it? To be honest, it is indeed a bit of a regret.

Of course, his regret was far too extravagant.

The Mao Dun Literature Prize, the undisputed highest award in the literary world, is something countless writers dream of.

Jiang Xian, on the other hand, also aspires to win the first prize of this award, to achieve the highest honor of this award.

Therefore, Jiang Xian didn't mind Feng Mu deliberately saying that to provoke him; challenging for first place in the Mao Dun Literature Prize wasn't a bad thing for him.

Moreover, it has been many years since he last wrote a full-length novel, and it seems that it is time for him to produce one.

In short, everything Feng Mu said to him was fine.

There's just one thing Feng Mu might not expect.

That is, the Mao Dun Literature Prize will not be held next year, but I won't go into details.

After some thought, Jiang Xian decided that no matter what, and regardless of whether there would be a Mao Dun Literature Prize next year, he should indeed write a novel. The level of literary skill must ultimately be tested in a novel. The charm of a novel is something that short stories and novellas can never match. Moreover, given his status, he should take the lead in this regard.

That's all I have to say.

Looking back, Mao Zedong once urged him to write more novels. His heart was full of expectations for Chinese literature and for the creation of Chinese novels.

The person is gone.

But Mao Gong's words kept echoing in Jiang Xian's ears.

How could I forget that winter when he helped the frail old man Mao Gong stand side by side under the poplar tree?

It was evening, and a bright ray of the setting sun slanted across the sky, illuminating the faces of an old man and a young man.

How could I forget the meaningful words Mao Dun said to him that day:
"The burden on your back grows heavier every day."

"The fire of your life should burn on the path of reforming society, and never on the path of illusory pleasure."

From a personal psychological perspective, Jiang Xian was certainly unwilling to disappoint Mao Gong's expectations from back then.

Writing a novel is a lifelong endeavor for any writer, something that requires constant self-reminder. One cannot simply write a novel only to win the Mao Dun Literature Prize, and then stop writing novels if one cannot win it.

Therefore, even if it was uncertain whether the Mao Dun Literature Prize would actually be held next year, after hearing Feng Mu's words, Jiang Xian became more determined to continue writing a novel.

And this time, he was determined to write a major one.

After being interviewed by several reporters and having a casual meal together, the graduation ceremony of the first Peking University Writers' Workshop finally came to an end.

Jiang Xian returned to his home in Jingshan East Hutong with his certificates.

Professor Zhu and his family have arrived. Professor Zhu, who looks much older now, is currently playing with birds with his father, Jiang Guoqing, under the awning in the courtyard.

"Dad, you've arrived." Jiang Xian greeted him respectfully.

"hehe."

Professor Zhu looked at his proud son-in-law with great satisfaction. "You're back. How did it go? Did you get the certificate?"

"Yes, I've received it. Please take a look." Jiang Xian handed over his Peking University graduation certificate.

"His."

Professor Zhu quickly took it, holding it in his hands, his eyes full of envy. "You're better than me, better than me. I never even went to Peking University. You're so promising, so very promising."

"Tsk, this kid." Jiang Guoqing's eyes were also full of joy.

For a generation of intellectuals, Peking University was undoubtedly one of the unforgettable ideals in their hearts.

Jiang Guoqing became happier and happier as he looked at it, but then he thought of something and his eyes reddened. “When we were little, I always hoped that you and Ke’er would be good at studying and get into a good university. But your studies were just average. Then that happened, and you were sent to the countryside. I thought you two would never have that chance. But I never expected this.”

The desire for one's son to succeed is an unavoidable part of Chinese society.

The most direct and simplest expectation is that their children can get into good universities and attend good schools.

Jiang Guoqing originally thought that he would never be able to fulfill this dream in his lifetime, and that no one in the Jiang family would be able to become a college student in this generation.

Unexpectedly, by a twist of fate, my son received his university degree again, this time from Peking University, a prestigious university!

This unexpected turn of events stirred a surge of emotion within him.

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Jiang Xian didn't want to get sentimental with his father, so he turned to Professor Zhu and asked, "Dad, have you and Mom finished tidying up that little courtyard?"

Upon hearing this, Professor Zhu couldn't help but smile. "It's almost done, and we're ready to move in."

Jiang Xian acquired a bunch of courtyards in the suburbs of Beijing, including one near Zhongguancun.

Meanwhile, his parents-in-law have been living in the dormitory assigned by Beijing Institute of Technology for many years.

As the son-in-law, he quickly fulfilled his filial duty by building a courtyard near Zhongguancun for his parents-in-law to live in.

Even if the conditions aren't great, it's at least much more spacious.

That way, when suitable apartments become available in Beijing, he can renovate a few more rooms so that his elderly relatives can also experience what modern life is like.

"Brother, you're back." Jiang Ke had sharp ears and heard Jiang Xian's return from somewhere. He quickly crawled out of the house and then stared at the red certificate in his father's hand.

"Oh, this is it! Let me see what a university diploma looks like." Jiang Ke couldn't wait to take Jiang Xian's diploma from Jiang Guoqing's hand. She looked at the cover and the four gold-embossed words "Yanjing University" on it. Then she opened it to look at Jiang Xian's photo and the Peking University seal.

"That's great!" Jiang Ke's eyes revealed envy.

On the other side, Zhu Lin, holding the little emperor, and her sister Zhu Hong, also came out of the house together, looking at Jiang Xian who had returned with the evidence with joy on their faces.

"You're a college student now?"

"He's a college graduate now."

Jiang Xian corrected, "I've been a college student for a long time."

"Look how smug you are," Zhu Lin teased, but her beautiful eyes were full of pride, which naturally came from her capable young husband.

"Brother-in-law, from now on, we'll be graduating from the same school!"

Zhu Hong said something from the side, and immediately got a flick on the forehead from Dr. Liu.

"Today is your brother-in-law's happy day, why are you showing off? Do you want everyone to know you've slept with someone?" "I... I didn't," Zhu Hong said, looking aggrieved.

"How can you be the same as your brother-in-law? Your brother-in-law didn't go to Peking University but he's the editor-in-chief of People's Literature. What about you? You're just an ordinary college student."

"???"

Zhu Hong was full of questions.

She really wanted to angrily rebuke them for their double standards and discriminatory treatment, but given her family's status, she clearly didn't have the confidence to protest.

"Mom, please stop. I got into university by some trick. How can I compare to Zhu Hong, a proper Peking University graduate?" Jiang Xian said with a smile.

Dr. Liu shook his head. "She's become so rigid in her thinking after all that schooling. She won't know anything after leaving school and will just keep causing trouble for you."

"Don't cause trouble, don't cause trouble."

Jiang Xian smiled and said, "Actually, I was just about to discuss something with you."

"Can we discuss something?"

Dr. Liu gave him a strange look. "What's wrong? What's the matter?"

“Sigh, about Zhu Hong,” Jiang Xian said, “I’ve been thinking about sending Zhu Hong abroad recently.”

"Sent abroad?!"

Dr. Liu exclaimed, "Going abroad? What are you going to do there? Jiang Xian, do you feel like this silly girl is a burden to you and you want to get rid of her?"

"Mom~"

Zhu Hong protested, "How have I dragged my brother-in-law down!"

"Shut your mouth." Dr. Liu shouted at her fiercely, and Zhu Hong had no choice but to obediently shut her mouth.

"Hehe, Mom, you've misunderstood."

Jiang Xian then stepped forward to explain for Zhu Hong, "Zhu Hong is very smart, and she is down-to-earth and hardworking. She's not as bad as you say. Many people in my area have privately praised her, saying that this young girl looks young, but she's quite capable."

"Oh, really?"

Dr. Liu was quite surprised that Jiang Xian had such a high opinion of Zhu Hong.

Zhu Hong had never heard Jiang Xian praise her like this before, especially to her face. The girl's face quickly turned as red as an apple, and she couldn't speak. She just kept looking down at her toes.

"Then why send her abroad?" Dr. Liu asked at this point.

"That's it."

Jiang Xian paused for a moment, then explained, "I actually run a small company overseas, and it's getting bigger and bigger. We're short-staffed, so I'm thinking of sending Zhu Hong there. First, it'll be a good opportunity for her to gain experience. Second, Zhu Hong is my sister-in-law, so I feel more at ease having someone like her there to keep an eye on things for me."

"Oh~"

Upon hearing this, Dr. Liu immediately realized what was going on.

Jiang Xian wasn't looking down on Zhu Hong at all; he was actually planning to give her an important position!
On the other hand, Zhu Lin was also surprised by Jiang Xian's decision. She knew more about the inside story than Dr. Liu, and knew that Jiang Xian's "today" was already a behemoth abroad.

Jiang Xian's willingness to let Zhu Hong handle "today's" affairs shows that he trusts her very much.

Furthermore, upon careful consideration, Jiang Xian's decision was indeed very necessary.

To this day, "Today" has been managed by a few of Jiang Xian's friends. No matter how close the relationship is with friends, it is not as good as his own family, and Zhu Hong is the best choice.

Zhu Lin understands her younger sister.

Although Zhu Hong may seem cute and silly at home, this is just a case of "great wisdom appearing as foolishness".

There are many people like this in society. They are careless at home and seem like "rough" people, but this is just because their family gives them a strong sense of security, which makes them let down all their defenses.

But once she goes out or comes into contact with outsiders, she immediately becomes intelligent and decisive, speaking and acting with a whole repertoire of skills.

Zhu Hong is like that.

Although she seems incapable of being of much use at home, if she really is incapable of being of much use, would Jiang Xian feel at ease entrusting her with matters in America?

Professor Liu was happy, Zhu Lin was thinking about this, but Zhu Hong found it very strange.

So you're letting me go abroad without even considering my opinion?

Going abroad is such a big decision, you should at least discuss it with me and ask for my opinion.

This isn't like going out the door in the morning and coming back in the evening.

This is going abroad, a change of environment to live in, with differences in language, lifestyle, and everything else.

What if, what if she doesn't want to go?

Ugh.

Zhu Hong sighed quietly.

That's true, she has no human rights at all in this family.

But there's really nothing to complain about. Many people are desperate to go abroad, and she got the opportunity to go out and see the world so easily. What more could she ask for?
"Brother, what are you guys talking about?"

Jiang Ke quickly overheard the commotion and immediately came over to inquire, "Are you sending Zhu Hong abroad?"

"Ah."

Jiang Xian glanced at her and knew exactly what Jiang Ke was about to say. Before she could even speak, he immediately interrupted her.

"I have other plans for you and me."

"Uh."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ke swallowed back the words she was about to say. She had originally wanted to accuse her brother of favoritism, sending Zhu Hong abroad but not his own sister, but upon hearing that Jiang Xian had made arrangements for her, Jiang Xian's image instantly transformed into that of a "good brother."

The 87 TV series "Dream of the Red Chamber" has been airing for a long time, and it has generated a great deal of buzz since then.

The 87 TV series "Dream of the Red Chamber" became a hit, and naturally, the actors also became famous.

Jiang Ke played the role of Shi Xiangyun in the drama.

Shi Xiangyun is one of the Twelve Beauties of Jinling, the daughter of the Shi family, one of the four great families, and the grandniece of Grandmother Jia. She is commonly known as Miss Shi.

Jiang Ke's interpretation perfectly captured Shi Xiangyun's charm, a blend of allure and dashing masculinity.

Jiang Ke, a young actress who had just entered the film and television industry, quickly gained the attention of major film studios because of this TV series, and they invited her to audition for some more TV series and movies.

However, a suitable script has not yet been finalized.

Now that Jiang Xian has said these words, it's clear that he has secured his next role.

At the same time, she stopped asking Jiang Xian about his specific arrangements for her.

Of course she believes her brother!
How could it be bad if her brother found it for her?

(End of this chapter)