I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 287 The Lively Grysang
"How's your book coming along?"

“Notre Dame?”

"Yes!"

During dinner, the three of them ate and chatted at the restaurant.

Mela suddenly asked.

"It was alright, it went pretty smoothly."

It's mostly handwritten, and I also have to spend time with my mom, so the pace isn't very fast. However, I expect to finish it by November at the latest.

"and then?"

"And then, I haven't decided yet. I'll make plans later."

Mela suddenly said, "Should we really make it into Amos Year?"

"What do you mean?"

HarperCollins has taken a liking to your book, "Million Dollar Baby".

They asked for a 23% royalty, plus a $3 million signing bonus…

Chloe was cutting a Wellington steak, and the knife in her hand unconsciously pressed down hard, making a harsh sound on the plate.

"Can we not talk about work while we're eating?"

Liu Jin couldn't help but ask, "Chloe, are you feeling unwell?"

"I don't!"

Mela realized what was happening and couldn't help but laugh.

"Okay, okay, let's not talk about work anymore... By the way, Chloe and I are going on vacation tomorrow, and we're planning to go to Grüssan. Do you still have any accommodations available?"

"Yes, Alizee just left today, and there were many empty houses before that."

Chloe, are you going or not?

Chloe raised her head, gritted her teeth, and said, "Go, of course I'll go!"

……

Chloe must have felt a tiny bit disappointed.

But to say she has bad intentions is really not true.

However, I'm having trouble adjusting all at once.

"After we finish eating, we'll go back and pack up before we set off."

"Aren't you going to explain this to the company?"

"No need, everything is arranged... By the way, I have a book available for the second half of the year, 'Fifty First Dates' and 'The Time Traveler's Wife,' you can choose one."

Liu Jin thought for a moment and said, "Fifty times of first love, I guess!"

"Where is the time traveler's wife?"

"Sophie is working on this book, but it'll probably be next year before we actually start."

"Then you can discuss it and see how to maximize your benefits."

"it is good!"

That concludes the discussion.

If we keep talking, Chloe will throw another tantrum.

"Chloe, can you do me a favor?"

"What's the deal?"

“My niece is going to study here, but the visa issue is a problem.”

I need to find a reliable school for her to study French for a year, and then start school next year. Do you have any good recommendations?

Chloe's face remained calm, though she tried hard to maintain the composure.

But a hint of smugness flickered in his eyes.

Which school do you want her to attend?

"She is currently studying in a language class at the University of Toulouse II, but the trial class has ended."

"Then let her stay there. The language school at Toulouse II University is quite influential... Mela, isn't your university classmate a teacher there? You could talk to her about it. As for the visa, go through the Mannion law firm."

Mario is very good at this, and he has a close relationship with the Higher Education Authority.

With your sponsorship, the embassy will likely approve the visa easily. As for what to do after enrollment, you should have experience with that. If you don't want the hassle, just entrust Mario with it; residency permits, housing allowances, and health insurance can all be handled in one go.

"it is good!"

After thinking it over in his mind, Liu Jin had already come up with an idea.

Just then, the phone rang.

Liu Jin answered the phone, and Leslie Cheung's voice came from the other end.

"Old Liu, you're still in Toulouse, aren't you?"

"Yes!"

"Could I do you a favor?"

"You said."

"Maggie is here, she came by train."

She thought I lived alone, so... could she move in too?

"Of course, just tell me the time and I'll come pick her up."

"Okay, I'll message you."

Leslie Cheung expressed his gratitude. After all, the estate in Grusan was rented by Lau Chun, and he was now a guest as well.

Since Zhang Manyu came suddenly, he had to ask Liu Jin's opinion.

Liu Jin naturally had no objections; more people would make it more lively.

Although my mom isn't the type to enjoy crowds, she really likes Zhang Manyu's performance in "Comrades: Almost a Love Story".

"busy?"

"I'm going to pick someone up at the train station in a bit, and then I'll head back to Gryçon."

"Okay, Chloe and I will go back and get our luggage first. We'll meet at the highway exit."

"correct!"

Liu Jin suddenly remembered something.

"The lease for the Grüsang Manor is about to expire. Is it possible to extend it for a while?"

"how long?"

"By the end of the month."

Mela nodded and said, "I'll talk to them over there, it shouldn't be a problem."

The three paid the bill, Liu Jin drove to the train station, while Mela and Chloe drove home to get their luggage.

After arriving at the train station, I checked the time.

We're almost there!

Liu Jin then went into the station to wait for the train carrying Zhang Manyu to arrive.

Toulouse's train station is actually quite small, with only one exit.

A moment later, as the flow of passengers exiting the station surged out, Liu Jin saw Zhang Manyu.

She looked thinner than when I last saw her in Berlin.

She's incredibly thin!
"Maggie!"

Liu Jin waved and called out, and Zhang Manyu saw him and quickly waved back with a smile.

"How did Leslie manage to get such a great writer like you out here?"

“He was having a great time in Grusan. I happened to be in Toulouse on some business, so it was convenient for me.”

Liu Jin took the suitcase from her and walked out.

"Is your arm alright?"

Liu Jin's arm has completely healed, and even the bandages have been removed.

"Even you know?"

“I met Michelle the other day, and she said... she praised you to the skies, she really admires you.”

"Outstanding men always win the favor of goddesses."

"Oh my, Amos, you're getting more and more shameless... If I don't admire you, does that mean I'm not a goddess?"

"Haha, so hurry up and admire me."

Zhang Manyu couldn't help but laugh.

My mood seemed to instantly become much happier.

She was also very unhappy during this period on Hong Kong Island.

The reason...

Liang Gezi!
Hong Kong media, in response to the promotion of "Hero", have been frantically hyping up her rumored affair with Leung Gor-tsui.

She admired Liang Gezi.

But she also knew that the women around Liang Gezi were not combative.

I originally intended to be just ordinary friends, but the media stirred up trouble even when there was no evidence, making a huge fuss.

In this kind of situation, the man should stand up and explain.

As a result, the pigeon didn't say a word, but rather took off gracefully and flew to London to feed the pigeons.

Zhang Manyu knew that explaining would be futile and would only make things worse.

Anita Mui was busy preparing for her album, and Leslie Cheung had once again fled Hong Kong Island...

She simply gave up on explaining, boarded a plane, and flew to Paris.

While waiting for Mela and Chloe at the highway exit, Maggie Cheung got out of the car and lit a cigarette.

"Hey beautiful, aren't you hot outside?"

"well enough!"

Zhang Manyu didn't care about the Tao.

Liu Jin also got out of the car and lit a cigarette.

"not in a good mood?"

"no!"

She smiled and asked, "How have you been feeling lately, brother?"

"That's great. He sings and plays in the sea every day, and he eats well too. He seems to have gained weight."

A glint flashed in Zhang Manyu's eyes.

She paused for a moment and whispered, "Amos, thank you!"

……

(End of this chapter)