I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 240 Traveling with Amos
"Million Dollar Baby" is more than halfway done.

April is also drawing to a close.

For Liu Jin, April was a peaceful month.

Although Marcus Malte appeared in the middle, he did not cause Liu Jin too much trouble.

Conversely, during the week of his debate with Marcus, sales of all of Liu Jin's works increased significantly again.

Even "Life Is Beautiful" has surpassed 300,000 copies sold.

Total sales are approaching the 600,000 mark.

Compared to his other works, this sales figure is quite average.

But it's clear to anyone with a discerning eye that "Life Is Beautiful" is currently lacking a catalyst. Once that catalyst appears, it's bound to be a huge hit.

It may not be as crazy as "The Old Man and the Sea", but it is certainly not inferior to "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo".

It's worth noting that the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is currently selling nearly three million copies.

Other language versions have also been released in various countries and received excellent feedback.

So much so that both Irene and Bachelot called Mela to complain that she had such a work but hadn't promoted it.

“My dear Mela, if you had told me about this book sooner, I would have definitely given you access to the resources and channels.”

Six hundred thousand copies in two months? That's completely out of character for Amos. If you'd said so earlier, we might be on track for 1.5 million or even 2 million copies by now.

How could you not know?
Don't think I don't know; your eyes will practically pop out when you see the name Amos.

The reason there was no movement before was simply because we weren't quite sure.

just now……

Mela hung up the phone and immediately dialed Liu Jin's cell phone.

"Liu, the JICA is looking for me."

"Ok?"

"Previously I was a staff member, this time I'm an officer."

He demanded that I remove "Life Is Beautiful" from the shelves, or he would file a lawsuit.

"what do you say?"

“I said?” Mela laughed and said, “I said I can’t agree unless they make up the difference of fifty million copies in sales. If they want to sue, bring it on.”

"What did they say?"

"They said they hoped I would consider it carefully."

Mela suddenly changed the subject, "They wouldn't actually agree, would they?"

Life Is Beautiful is priced at €15.90.

A sales volume of 50 million books is equivalent to 800 million euros, or 8 billion RMB.

Liu Jin laughed and said, "It's hard to say, but Xiao Rizi is quite wealthy."

"Haha, if that's the case..."

"You're taking it down?"

"Of course! Then I'll sell the book to Elena or Hachette... Besides, Random House will be releasing the book in June. I don't believe the little guy can make Random House bow down. If that's the case, then there's nothing I can do."

"Perhaps Langdon won't back down and will reduce its distribution channels?"

"Forehead!"

"Don't underestimate Xiao Rizi's influence in America. This American citizen, Xiao Rizi, is capable of holding the position of fleet commander."

And they're very rich!

Mela remained silent.

"Then what should we do? Do we really have to back down?"

"Let's take another look..."

Liu Jin always had a feeling that the little people wouldn't give up easily.

Sending Marcus out earlier was just a test; their current calm may be brewing a bigger storm.

……

Saturday, April 20th.

In China, this day marks the arrival of Grain Rain.

Liu Jin, on the other hand, welcomed a guest, Bernard Blaise.

He is a writer, scholar, journalist, and host.

Born in 1941, Bernard is a historian, art history professor, and China expert, author of "The Great Looting of the Yuanmingyuan." He also hosts an independent interview program on France 3, France's national television channel. His interviewees are mostly prominent figures in French cultural and political circles, and the program enjoys extremely high viewership in France.

Previously, Mela had helped Liu Jin contact Bernard.

Bernard agreed, but did not begin immediately.

The interviews with André and Farne had long since faded away, while Bernard's interview was only just beginning.

Liu Jin estimated that it was related to the previous incident.

Bernard was a former political journalist for Le Figaro, which meant this interview would be very serious. Liu Jin arrived at the hotel early in the morning to greet Bernard.

He is 185 cm tall, with a slender and tall build. To use a Chinese adjective to describe him, he is "refined and slender".

He was a refined and cultured man with a graceful demeanor.

He wore a well-tailored suit, had gray hair, and wore gold-rimmed glasses.

He had a high, straight nose and a pair of deep, bright green eyes.

Thin cheeks...

At first glance, he looks a bit like Wenger.

"Professor Brissai, hello."

This is a scholar who is moderate on China and also serves as the honorary editor-in-chief of the Western Mirror Pictorial.

Mella had reminded him that Bernard preferred to be called 'Professor'.

Wenger is also called 'Professor'. Do all French people like to call someone 'Professor'?

Liu Jin was a little confused.

Bernard shook hands with Liu Jin. "I've always wanted to interview you, but I needed to know more about you. So, over the past two months, I've read through all your works. Frankly, I was very surprised..."

Therefore, I have brought many questions today, so the interview may take a while.

“No problem, my whole day belongs to you.”

"Haha, it's a great honor."

Berner then introduced Liu Jin to the team behind him.

There were more than twenty people, including sound engineers, photographers, assistants, makeup artists...

This is a very complete team, more formal and comprehensive than the one I interviewed Andre last time.

Have you eaten?

"Haha, I've already eaten, thank you!"

Bernard then said in French: "Eighteen years ago, I went to China as a reporter for Le Figaro and lived in the capital for half a year. Those were the best six months of my life. Every day I could feel the vibrant life that filled the streets and alleys."

Liu Jin noticed that the camera lights were already on.

In other words, the interview officially began.

Bernard and Liu Jin walked out, with Liu Jin slightly behind by half a body length.

"Just now, when you asked me 'Have you eaten?' it made me feel like I was back in the hutongs of Beijing."

This is a very beautiful greeting… We all know that China suffered countless disasters in the last century. Einstein commented that the Chinese people were numb and ignorant… unaware that they were experiencing their lowest point in thousands of years. Before that, they were the center of the world, possessing an incomparably brilliant civilization.

During that difficult period, having enough to eat was the most important thing for the Chinese people.

The simple question, "Have you eaten?" represents the most heartfelt blessing from the Chinese people. It's pure and incredibly sincere.

"Haha, you really know China well."

"I think so too. I feel like I understand it very well, but sometimes I feel like I don't understand it that well."

So our interview has begun, and I hope that by the end, you can clear up this confusion for me.

A luxurious and enormous interview vehicle appeared at the hotel entrance.

Bernard and Liu Jin got into the car.

"Next, let's go to the Toulouse Business School."

"Go to school? It seems like school is on holiday today!"

“It’s alright, I’ve already communicated with the school in advance, and the entire Toulouse Business School will be open to us today.”

This old man, as expected, never fights a battle unprepared.

Liu Jin smiled and said, "In that case, I will follow your arrangements!"

A car is driving on the road.

"Amos, this episode needs a good name. What are your suggestions?"

Bernard was in the car talking to Liu Jin.

He suddenly asked a question.

Liu Jin paused for a moment, thought for a moment, and said, "I like to communicate with wise people. Mr. Bernard is a scholar, so how about we call it 'Walking with Bernard'?"

"No, no, no, you're the main character this time."

Bernard thought for a moment and smiled, "Let's call it 'Traveling with Amos'."

However, I'll accept the name "Walking with Bernard"; it's a very good title for another of my programs.

"It was an honor."

The old man and the young man laughed at the same time.

……

(End of this chapter)