I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 471 Humanity and Sophistication
Liu Jin believed that China DSG and America DSG would immediately lodge a protest with Italy.

But unexpectedly, the first to launch an attack was DSG of France.

The following day, the French Embassy in Italy published an article on the front page of the newspaper Il Messaggero.

It is very regrettable that racial discrimination occurs repeatedly in such a civilized world today.

Moreover, this happened just before the Venice Film Festival opened, which not only shames Venice but also casts a shadow over this year's Venice Film Festival... At least this kind of thing wouldn't happen at the Cannes Film Festival.

We urge the Italian government and the Venice city government to strengthen management and ensure the safety of tourists and film crews from various countries attending the film festival.

Balbala……

Liu Jin didn't react at first.

But then, during the morning's jury discussion, he seemed to understand something.

This year's film festival did not invite French judges.

However, of the 22 films submitted to this year's festival, five are from France.

Liu Jin is indeed Chinese, but he studied in France, became famous in France, and has a huge influence in France.

To some extent, the French also considered him one of their own.

After all, Liu Jin's path to fame started with verbal battles, and he's now a strong contender for this year's Goncourt Prize...

They all look like their own children.

Of course, racial discrimination also exists in France.

To take Toulouse as an example, even Black players on the Toulouse football team inevitably encounter discrimination on the field.

But we will not discriminate so blatantly.

Therefore, Liu Jin's experience in Venice attracted the attention of France, which lodged a protest with the Italian government.

Then, in the morning, America DSG also held a press conference.

After all, Spike Lee wields considerable influence in America.

……

In the afternoon, Giancarlo contacted Liu Jin and returned his passport to him.

In other words, the police have lifted the travel ban on Liu Jin.

"The Italian government takes this matter very seriously. The Presidential Palace has issued an inquiry to the Venice City Government, and Mayor Orsoni has urged the police to quell the matter as soon as possible. Next, I will file charges against Luzovács and six others in your name."

However, a final verdict will certainly not be reached quickly; it will take some time.

"I don't care, as long as the verdict is handed down."

"Also, regarding those two officers... Chief Redondo spoke with me on the phone."

Personally, I think it's best to let the police handle this internally; there's no need to escalate the situation too much. The police will provide you, Spike Lee, and Scarlett Johansson with some compensation. After all… you know what this crappy country is like.”

Liu Jin turned his head and looked at Spike and Scarlett.

Both of them indicated that they would prioritize Liu Jin's opinion.

"so be it!"

Liu Jin thought for a moment, took out his checkbook, and signed a check for 200,000 euros.

"This check is a donation I made to the Venice Police Department, but it must be given to them after they have made compensation."

Giancarlo was taken aback.

But then he laughed.

He took the check and said, “Mr. Amos, you are a generous man. I’m sure Director Redondo will be very pleased.”

Compensation is definitely necessary!
But that number won't be too big.

It will definitely not exceed 200,000 euros.

Liu Jin's meaning was clear: I accept your compensation and apology, but I need you to teach those two policemen a lesson.

This 200,000 euros is my donation, and also my way of showing you respect.

Giancarlo stated that he would have the police department give Liu Jin a decent answer.

……

Amos.

"Ok?"

"Well done."

Scarlett wouldn't feel too deeply about racial discrimination.

But Spike Lee felt it deeply.

He was a Black man, and even though he had achieved great success and was influential in the film industry, he still suffered from racial discrimination.

He even knew that many people were respectful to his face, but would still call him "nigger" behind his back.

Liu Jin is going to deal with those scoundrels to the death!
It's easy to imagine that what happens to Luzko and his associates next won't be pleasant.

"Drinking tonight?"

"Pull him down!"

Liu Jin laughed and said, "I don't want to fight with anyone anymore."

Spike and Scarlett couldn't help but burst into laughter upon hearing this.

This brawl brought Liu Jin and Spike closer together.

The four ironclad principles of life weren't just a random summary... At least in Spike's eyes, Liu Jin had gone from being a friend to his homie.

As for Scarlett, she became a devoted fan.

He grabbed Liu Jin and asked him to teach him boxing.

This is the future 'Black Widow'... Scarlett, at 20 years old, still looks a bit green.

Of course, this is related to the fact that she has always starred in art films, and her overall temperament is somewhat innocent, unlike the future Black Widow who is captivating.

Well, at this point, KD probably wouldn't want to sleep with Scarlett in her bath!
……

That evening, Director Jia arrived in Venice with his "The World" crew.

Upon arriving in Venice, he heard about Liu Jin's deeds.

A whole day is enough for things to escalate, and now the whole of Venice is talking about the heroic deeds of Liu Jin and his two companions last night.

National affairs are important, but so is enjoying the gossip.

A writer, a director, and a female celebrity...

As for the seven pieces of white trash, no one mentioned them.

Because Giancarlo had already had the seven men's notorious misdeeds exposed. Meanwhile, the bar owner confirmed that it was Luzko and his six companions who had instigated the incident.

"Mr. Amos and the others were sitting at the bar chatting, seemingly about something in Hollywood."

Luzko and his group ran over to provoke her, not only using racist language but also trying to harass the pretty woman.

Leo was an honest man and failed to stop it in time.

But that guy Luzko often causes trouble here; they like to bully outsiders and they also owe money...

They owe me over 800 euros for drinks, and I don't dare ask them for it back.

I'm a huge fan of Mr. Amos's books. I absolutely adore his *Pirates of the Caribbean*, *The Crucible*, and *Life Is Beautiful*... I'm ashamed that Luzóco and his ilk are Venetians. If Mr. Amos and his companions ever come again, I'll serve them for free.

Liu Jin didn't know if the bar owner was acting from the heart or if he was being threatened by Giancarlo.

In Chloe's words, Giancarlo has extremely close ties with the Mafia, making it incredibly easy for that boss to speak out!

Although Venice is not Naples.

Upon hearing this, Section Chief Jia was so pleased that he slapped his thigh repeatedly.

"What are you afraid of? It's not like you'd dare to go up there if you were there."

Wang Hongwei said sarcastically.

He always used the fact that he was "amos's fellow townsman" to cheat and swindle people from Section Chief Jia. Just now, when they were settling the bill, the restaurant owner even rounded it down for them.

"How can you talk like that? If I had been there, I definitely would have rushed over."

"Charge in and get beaten up?"

"Wang Hongwei, do you want to rebel?"

Section Chief Jia was furious.

Cheng Taishen and Huang Yiqun, standing nearby, looked completely bewildered.

Zhao Tao laughed so hard she bent over backwards.

Cheng Taishen and Huang Yiqun are actors in the "World" crew, but it's their first time working with Director Jia, so they are a little nervous.

Wang Hongwei is different; he is Lao Jia's confidant and a core member.

He argued with Lao Jia until Lao Jia's face turned red, constantly bringing up things like "the little tyrant of Fenyang back in the day" and "seven times he charged in and out of Taihe Bridge, leaving corpses strewn everywhere." However, Wang Hongwei showed him no respect, only giving him a disdainful look.

We've been working together for so many years. Do you think I don't know what kind of coward you were back then?

It's definitely not Little Tyrant, but Xiao Wu does have a bit of that spirit...

Enraged, Section Chief Jia slammed his fist on the table, ready to challenge Wang Hongwei to a fight.

"You're kidding me. If you're so capable, why don't you try finding my fellow villager?"

"Try or die!"

Old Jia stubbornly refused to admit defeat.

Just then, the phone in the room rang.

"Chairman Ren... Ah? I don't have his contact information."

Yes, you do!
Okay, I'll contact him, but..."

He went on and on to explain the situation.

"The opening ceremony is tomorrow, so I don't think he can come out right now."

Reporters are all crowding the hotel...

Okay, I understand.

"Oh? You're coming over? The day after tomorrow? Okay, I'll have Hongwei contact him... Don't worry, Hongwei and him are from the same hometown."

Wang Hongwei stared wide-eyed at Section Chief Jia.

"Hong Wei, Chairman Ren is coming the day after tomorrow. Why don't you contact Mr. Amos?"

I don't like to show my face, mainly because too many people know me... You're not particularly good-looking either, why don't you invite him to dinner?

The movie "The World" is not funded by foreign capital this time; it is mainly invested by Magic Film.

However, Ren Zhonglun didn't think much of it, so he didn't come this time.

But after hearing that Liu Jin had become a judge on the judging panel, he became somewhat tempted, wondering if he could pull some strings and perhaps get some unexpected good news.

Wang Hongwei cursed loudly, "How can you be like this? I've only exchanged a few words with Amos."

"But you're from the same hometown... Here's his contact information, why don't you contact him?"

Don't worry, Chairman Ren has definitely contacted him.

"You bastard, why is it always me?"

"Aren't you smart?"

Cheng Taishen and Huang Yiqun looked at Wang Hongwei with pity.

"Who are you talking about?"

"Hongwei's fellow townsman has a lot of influence here in Europe, and it's real influence!"
There's a Chinese film this year that you've definitely heard of, *Life Is Beautiful*, which was also invested in by Magic Films. It had a budget of 60 million US dollars, and they were the main investor.

"Amos, are you referring to Mr. Amos, the author of 'The Old Man and the Sea'?"

Huang Yiqun's eyes lit up.

This book is also Liu Jin's most famous book in the country.

It is said that sales have reached six or seven million units, and its influence is also very large.

Huang Yiqun had also seen it, so he was very shocked.

Isn't he a writer?

"He's an actor, screenwriter, producer... Last year's 'The Hangover,' which grossed $11 billion worldwide, was written by him, and he even acted in it. Haha, Hong Wei and I are from the same hometown and have a good relationship. If he hadn't gotten into a conflict with someone here yesterday and was being watched by reporters, I would have made him buy me a couple of drinks."

Wang Hongwei had already reached the door.

Hearing Section Chief Jia's boastful words was really unbearable.

"Then I told him that."

"Say what?"

"You said he should buy you two drinks, regardless of his status."

Section Chief Jia glared at him, then said with great bravado, "Hurry up and make the call."

He thought Hong Wei was a smart man and was definitely joking.

……

(End of this chapter)