I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 428 Chloe Attacked

The five major literary prizes in France.

If we analyze it from the name alone, the French Academy Award is undoubtedly the most prestigious.

In fact, the Goncourt Prize is far more prestigious than the Academy Prize.

Although Liu Jin didn't say anything about losing the Goncourt Prize, he wasn't very happy about it.

Don't you claim to be fair, just, and transparent?
Why was "The Old Man and the Sea" not selected?
Centennial celebration...

Putting aside the excuse of celebrating the centenary, is your Goncourt Prize completely without fault?
Was The Old Man and the Sea published in France? Is it a French novel?
Such an excellent work, which even won the Pulitzer Prize for Literature, failed to win the Goncourt Prize.

It's a bit too much!

Next year, I'm determined to win the Goncourt Prize.

……

That evening, Liu Jin hosted a banquet at his home.

He hired Stephen, the head chef of the Garden Restaurant at the National Theatre Hotel, to personally take charge of the cooking.

He didn't invite many people; they were all people he was closest to.

Mella, Chloe, Ottilie, Lala, Cassim, Old Chung, and Abel and Rust.

During the banquet, everyone congratulated Liu Jin on winning the Renaudot Prize for Literature.

Actually, Liu Jin didn't care too much about the award; he mainly wanted to take this opportunity to have some fun together.

During this time, Qianqian called to congratulate him and incidentally extorted 1,000 euros from Liu Jin.

Liu Jin didn't care much.

Kasim told Liu Jin that he would most likely stay in Europe after graduating next year.

“My father informed me that the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi were preparing to cooperate to establish a multinational investment group, relying on the Royal Wealth Funds of Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah, to invest globally.”

The aim is to strengthen ALQ's global influence.

My father's intention is for me to continue my studies in Europe, and I will most likely go to England to pursue a doctorate after graduation.

After obtaining my doctoral degree, I will work in the European division of the consortium.

Hehe, Amos, maybe we'll have a chance to collaborate in the future... If you have any good projects, feel free to contact me.

Abu Dhabi?

This name sounds so familiar!

It is said to have £5000 billion in funds, making it the world's second largest conglomerate after the Little Life Group.

Its investments span various sectors, including sports and culture.

Among them, the acquisition of Manchester City Football Club in 08 is particularly well-known.

In the original timeline, the Abu Dhabi Consortium was founded in 2005.

Behind it is the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Now, there's another emirate, Ras Al Khaimah...

Perhaps the old chief had been planning this all along, but the plan was aborted due to the sudden death of the original timeline.

The old chief is still alive and kicking.

Otherwise, Kasimi would have returned to Ras Al Khaimah last year.

I just can't understand why Casimi would choose to study in Toulouse; it would have been better for him in Paris.

The Emirate of Abu Dhabi is the richest emirate in ALQ, bar none.

Ras Al Khaimah's wealth is certainly far less than Abu Dhabi's. But it's still a wealthy place... Now that it's allied with Abu Dhabi, one can imagine that the Abu Dhabi conglomerate's funds will be even more abundant, perhaps even surpassing those of the Little Life Conglomerate.

Liu Jin revealed a sincere smile.

He put his arm around Kasimmi's neck and whispered, "Congratulations, brother."

"How about you come and help me then?"

"I?"

“You have so many novels in your possession, and you also have connections in Hollywood and are familiar with Europe, so you must have a lot of connections.”

"It will take me five years to graduate, and I'll be over thirty by then."

"Thirty is a good age; it's the perfect time to build a career."

"Haha, we'll see when the time comes, but if you need any help, I'll be happy to lend a hand."

A smile appeared on Kasimi's face.

Does Magnon accept investment?

"what?"

“I know that Magnon Law Firm is one of the best law firms in Toulouse. If you are willing to accept investment, you can contact me.”

"Then you'll have to talk to Chloe's mother."

"I will!"

Kasim nodded vigorously.

Abu Dhabi's future investments in Europe will essentially consist of two main parts.

Britain and Europe.

In Europe, they need a professional legal team.

Manion is outstanding in terms of both experience and professional competence.

Qasimi is building his team in advance to prepare for the challenges he will face after joining Abu Dhabi.

Liu Jin also felt that the Manion Law Firm was indeed capable.

Most importantly, Chloe is growing up very fast!

In this case involving the attack on locals by refugees, she showed no fear when facing top European lawyers invited by the NM organization; instead, she presented her arguments clearly and logically. Her speaking ability was also truly exceptional and highly engaging.

The jury's final verdict in favor of the plaintiff was also influenced by Chloe.

No wonder some people say that the ultimate goal for lawyers in Europe and America is to become politicians!
These people are so damn talkative!

The most representative example is America's future black president.

Don't ask if you like him; his speaking skills are indeed impressive, and he easily resonates with people.

After that, neither Golden Retriever nor Sleepy Joe could compare to this person...

As for joining the Abu Dhabi consortium?

Liu Jin will not consider it for the time being.

According to Kasimi, the consortium is still in the preparatory stage.

Why think about things so far in the future?
...The banquet was a great success, with everyone enjoying themselves.

The living room was a mess.

Liu Jin didn't clean up and planned to hire a cleaning company to handle it tomorrow.

Kasimi left first.

Afterwards, Old Zhong left with Ottilie, and also took Lala, who was drunk as a kitten, with him.

Mela didn't leave; she collapsed in a bedroom she had already claimed.

Chloe, however, wanted to go back.

Tomorrow morning, she has to catch a train to Paris to participate in a case discussion.

Liu Jin didn't try to stop her. He called Genevieve and asked her to drive Chloe home.

Afterwards, Liu Jin, Abel, and Rust sat in the small courtyard behind the building, drinking beer and chatting.

The November night breeze was a bit chilly.

However, Liu Jin's courtyard did not evoke such strong feelings.

This courtyard is not as large as the one on Rue Saint-Jacques, only about fifty square meters.

Julie and Adrian were lying on the steps by the back door, while Eva was lying on the windowsill.

The three of them talked about what had happened over the past three years.

Abel said with a smile, "I can't believe that the short, skinny boy from back then has now become a famous writer."

"I can't believe it either. This guy couldn't even take a punch from me back then, but now he can fight me on equal terms."

Rust said with a smile.

Liu Jin rolled his eyes. "I was just letting you win."

"Do you think I need your permission?"

"Amos, what have you been busy with lately?"

"Writing, drawing comics, and then learning guitar."

"Learn guitar?"

"Yes, I feel like my guitar skills have been improving by leaps and bounds lately."

"Just blow it."

Abel certainly wouldn't believe Liu Jin's words.

He roughly knew Liu Jin's skill level; he was just an amateur.

How high can it go?

But Liu Jin knew that his skill level was indeed improving rapidly.

You should know that before this, he could only play the piano; he was an amateur beginner.

But recently, Alizee commented that his current skill level is approaching that of a professional guitarist...

Am I a genius?
Bullshit!
Know your own affairs.

Liu Jin felt that the most likely cause of this situation was the "golden finger" of rebirth.

For example, his sense of pitch is getting stronger and stronger.

He could even hear that Alizee had a problem with a certain syllable when she was singing.

He really couldn't tell that before.

His musical talent is approximately zero.

There has been no indication of this ability even in the past three years.

Why does it appear suddenly?

It seems that it can only be attributed to a cheat code!

But who can he talk to about this?
The three chatted and seemed very relaxed.

Just then, the phone suddenly rang.

Liu Jin put down the wine bottle in his hand, glanced at the phone on the table, and then picked it up.

"Gina, is something wrong so late?"

"Boss, something's happened!"

"what?"

"On our way back, Miss Clay and I were attacked... Miss Clay was injured and has been taken to the hospital."

I'm letting you know I've given my statement at the police station.

The confusion caused by the alcohol vanished instantly.

"What happened? Who attacked you... Is Clay seriously injured? Which hospital was he taken to?"
Which police station are you at right now?

"Miss Clay has been taken to Pierpin Hospital, and I am now at the Toulouse Police Station."

"I'll send someone over right away."

"Ok."

At this moment, Abel and Rust also regained consciousness.

"Ruster, Clay is in trouble. He was attacked on his way back."

Gina is at the police station now. Could you go and look after her for me? I'm going to the hospital right away.

"it is good!"

Rust didn't stand on ceremony and got up to go inside.

Abel said, "I'll go take a look too."

Liu Jin nodded, rushed into the house, and shouted a few times towards the second floor, finally waking Mela up.

Upon hearing that Chloe was in trouble, Mela also regained consciousness.

Without saying a word, she was about to get into the car when Liu Jin stopped her.

"Go wash your face first, clear your head, then call Clay's brother, and then inform her mother and her father."

Mela looked a bit disheveled.

Although she was anxious, she listened to Liu Jin's advice, rushed into the bathroom to wash her face, and tidied herself up.

Then he went out and got into the car that Liu Jin had already started.

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(End of this chapter)