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Chapter 450 Book Signing Event (Seeking monthly votes, recommendations, and subscriptions!)
Liu Jin caused a scene at the symposium, but the incident was suppressed.

But the professors and seniors who attended the symposium seemed to have suffered a great humiliation.

As the flight to Toulouse soared through the skies, articles targeting Liu Jin flooded the media.

A meeting to criticize Liu Jin was thus launched!

The leaders were shocked!

I am shocked by the reckless and unbridled behavior of these people.

They were clearly told not to make any statements for the time being, yet they acted without any restraint?
It must also be acknowledged that Chinese people have always been very tolerant of cultural and educational workers.

Even if they are biased, they will still have a large number of supporters.

These people have been in the cultural and educational circles for many years, and have countless students and followers.

As soon as they opened their mouths, their disciples and followers naturally couldn't resist joining in and jumped out to criticize Liu Jin.

Fortunately, the internet wasn't as developed in this era as it is in later generations.

Otherwise, cyberbullying would be inevitable.

Liu Dasheng was on vacation in Pinghu when he heard the news and immediately contacted Aunt Xiaotang to inquire about the details.

After all, it was he who had persuaded Liu Jin to attend the symposium.

"Great Sage, don't worry, this matter won't affect Xiao Jin much."

Aunt Xiaotang recounted what happened that day.

Liu Dasheng angrily said, "My son is right. Who do they think they are? Why should we forget the past and let go of our hatred?"

A bunch of worthless bastards!

"Great Sage, watch your words."

Aunt Xiaotang, being the eldest sister, couldn't help but offer a word of advice.

Liu Dasheng snorted and didn't say anything more.

"Since Xiao Jin did nothing wrong, why hasn't the official response been given?"

"How to respond?"

Aunt Xiaotang smiled wryly and said, "After all, at this stage, economic development is still our focus."

Xiao Jin can write whatever he wants because he is standing on the side of the people.

However, officially... they can only try to reduce some of the noise, not completely eliminate it. Xiao Jin can be willful, but the authorities can't. But don't worry, the leaders are still satisfied with Xiao Jin. Some people, after a short time... the higher-ups have noticed some negative signs, but it will take some time to adjust."

"What about Xiao Jin?"

"Don't worry, those people won't affect Europe and America."

Xiao Jin is safe in France and won't be affected. That kid is quite shrewd; don't underestimate him.

"I'm just not willing to give in."

"I was afraid you wouldn't be able to control your temper, so I made this call specifically."

Be patient!

Liu Dasheng hung up the phone, but he was still a little upset.

But he also knew that things were different now than they were twenty years ago... so he could only suppress his anger and wait and see how things developed.

On the contrary, my mother remained calm.

He comforted Liu Dasheng, saying, "Don't worry. Look at your son. Even after such a big thing happened, he acted like nothing had happened, just packed his bags and left without even telling you. This shows that he knows what's going on and doesn't want us to worry."

But I understand it now.

Why did he stay outside?

In some ways, it's better for him to stay abroad; it's a safeguard. If he were in China, given his temperamental nature, he might not be able to handle those people. It's fine now; let them jump around, the more the better.

Liu Dasheng could only sigh heavily.

……

As the criticism of Liu Jin intensified, his remarks and behavior at the symposium inevitably came to light.

It has even spread to the film and television industry.

The production team of "Life Is Beautiful," which should have been the first to be affected, took the lead in expressing their stance.

"Life Is Beautiful is an excellent work, without a doubt."

This book connects the Chinese people with the victims. It is also through this book that the world knows that, not only in Europe, but also in China, victims suffered brutal persecution at the hands of the perpetrators. Furthermore, through this book, it lets people around the world with a sense of justice know that in the East, there exists such a kind and righteous nation.

I love the book *Life Is Beautiful*, and I'm doing my best to make this film. I firmly believe it's a great work.

Sofia Coppola strongly supports Liu Jin.

Juliette Binoche, speaking as a Jew, expressed her love for Life Is Beautiful.

“I love China. In the past two months, I have spent the best time of my life.”

Isabelle Adjani, who happened to be visiting the set in Shanghai, said in an interview: "I don't understand why China hasn't expressed its support when Amos is clearly about the history that Chinese people suffered."

You probably don't know this, but his new book, *The Eye of the Ferocious Beast*, has been at the top of the New York Times bestseller list for seven consecutive weeks. He wields enormous influence in America. Everyone is praising his work…”

Emmanuelle Béart also came to China to visit the set with Isabelle Adjani.

During this period, Béart was more famous than Isabelle Adjani in China.

After all, her film "Angels Among Us" in the 1980s attracted a large number of LSPs, no, movie fans.

Did the Jewish people actually use concentration camps?
Go to France, go to America and ask around; most people will believe that this is not fiction.

The persecution of Jews is systemic! It includes everyday life... yet we have yet to receive an apology from them.

Furthermore, why is it said that Amos's novels influenced relations between the two countries?

This is just a novel, a story… I find the reaction from the Chinese cultural sphere quite strange, considering Amos is a Pulitzer Prize and Renaudot Prize winner. Moreover, his *Notre-Dame de Paris* has a very high chance of winning the Prix Goncourt this year.

Shouldn't he be the pride of the Chinese people?

Why criticize him?

In Chinese cultural circles, America and Europeans hold a higher status than ordinary people.

Following the interviews with Isabelle Adjani and Béart, the cultural circles that had been focusing their attacks on Liu Jin suddenly fell silent.

The media outlets that previously frantically reprinted those speeches by cultural figures have also fallen silent.

However, the discussion about Liu Jin did not stop there.

"...I told you long ago, that kid's tough!"

In Jiang Wen's home in the capital.

He looked at Wang Shuo and the others, and burst into laughter.

"See? Everyone else is keeping quiet, and a beauty is there to defend him."

"This kid is fucking lucky... Damn, with so many beautiful foreign women, isn't he worried about his health deteriorating?"

Wang said he made a sarcastic remark.

This only drew a burst of laughter from Jiang Wen.

"You're just envious, but this kid is doing really well abroad!"
It's fortunate he's connected to Western circles; otherwise, if he stayed in China, he might not have been able to withstand the onslaught from those bastards.

"Old Jiang, do you think it's possible for us to cooperate with him?"

Wang Zhonglei, the second boss of Huayi, couldn't help but ask.

He absolutely adores the movie "Life Is Beautiful"!

A 60 million investment...

If Huayi could get involved, how prestigious would that be?

Unfortunately, not only Huayi Brothers, but even China Film Group couldn't get involved, which allowed Moying to reap a huge benefit.

Leslie Cheung starring is nothing special, the key is Spielberg!
Jiang Wen rolled his eyes and said, "Why? What do you think Huayi can offer to impress that kid?"

That kid plays it really high-end... and if he were looking for partners, his first choice would be China Film Group or Magic Film Studio, how could Huayi Brothers possibly be a contender?

"You can't say that. China Film Group and Magic Film Group are state-owned enterprises, and they have many rules."

"Some things are better handled by private companies like ours."

"Those girls in your company?"

You think he'd even be interested? You haven't even seen what kind of people he's involved in; he's a real stunt for Chinese men. The key is, he's juggling multiple relationships without ever getting involved in any of them. Let me tell you, that guy's a pro.”

Wang Zhonglei opened his mouth, but said nothing more.

Jiang Wen handed him a cigar.

"However, it's still good to make a friend. It'll give us a place to go when we go to Europe in the future."

Oh, by the way, he called me before he left… You know Liu Yifei, right? Old Liu asked me to look after her for someone, saying it was on someone's behalf.”

"Old Chen's goddaughter?"

"It's her."

Wang Zhonglei took the cigar and twirled it in his hand.

"Alright, since you, Old Jiang, have spoken up, I have to accept this favor."

I'll have my people keep an eye out, and if there are any good projects, I'll let her know... But we still need to find a way to get in touch with that guy. Look at how he plays, taking in a $60 million investment like it's nothing, and inviting Spielberg whenever he wants. If we can connect with him, it'll open up more avenues for us guys in Hollywood.

Guys, the higher-ups are really pushing for the development of cultural undertakings and encouraging us to go out into the world.

This could be an opportunity!

Jiang Wen and the others listened and all showed thoughtful expressions.

……

Liu Jin had heard about the turmoil in China while he was in France.

But he simply didn't have time to care, because the M1 exam was approaching.

Traditional master's programs at French universities are divided into M1 and M2 exams.

Of course, there are also master's programs that do not require exams. These usually refer to one-year online master's programs, similar to distance education.

Liu Jin's combined master's and doctoral program is a five-year program, which is very traditional.

Therefore, the M1 and M2 exams are essential.

But it's alright, it mainly consists of written and oral exams.

Similar to his time studying at ESC Toulouse, although it was quite rigorous, it wasn't difficult for Liu Jin.

Of course, Professor Michel Ranke's decision to let the students off the hook also played a part.

Thankfully, it went smoothly!

This also signifies the official completion of Liu Jin's first year of master's studies.

"Amos, the school will be having a six-month study abroad program next year. Would you be interested in participating?"

"where to?"

"It's up to you. Any school that has a partnership with us is fine."

As she spoke, Elise handed Liu Jin a list.

"You can take your time to consider it; just submit your application before October."

"Okay, I'll think about it when I get back."

Liu Jin took the list and walked out of the campus.

He got into the car and was about to start the engine when the phone rang.

It was Mela calling.

"What? A book signing event?"

"Yes!"

"You know I hate this kind of thing the most. I would rather write a new book than waste that time."

This year's task was to complete only one book, Nemo.

He also plans to finish the Hunger Games trilogy during the summer vacation.

More than 600,000 words, no easy task.

Of course, there's also a prequel, but Liu Jin isn't in a hurry.

I'll write "The Ballad of the Songbird and the Snake" when I have time; it's not too late.

……

(End of this chapter)