I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 476 Studying in Spain

"I have some not-so-good news, do you want to hear it?"

"What bad news?"

Hachette could not guarantee the publication date of Night at the Museum.

I've spoken with their editor-in-chief, and Hachette has a total of seventy works to release globally this year; they already have a plan.

They said that if you agree, they can increase the royalties to 25%, but it won't be published until next year.

This is already the best they can do...

"Well, forget it then, let's try asking around at other places first?"

"Now, here's some good news."

"Oh?"

"Although Hachette did not agree, HarperCollins Publishers agreed to your request."

If you agree, they can publish it by early November at the latest! However, the royalties won't be as high as Hachette's; it'll only be 22%.

"HarperCollins?"

"Yes!"

Mela laughed, "They published your 'Million Dollar Baby' before, but with Eastwood's filming starting, the book's sales have increased rapidly. So far, it's sold five million copies..."

Therefore, they hope to continue working with you.

"Then let's go with them."

"Actually, I think Hachette is also very sincere."

I just don't understand why you were in such a rush to publish this book? It's a very interesting work, and if you had more time to prepare, it might have sold as well as *Pirates of the Caribbean*. It's really great.

Liu Jin thought for a moment and said, "It's difficult."

"what?"

"Don't forget, the protagonist of this book is Chinese."

Liu Jinzhen didn't think those foreigners would be interested in a Chinese male lead.

Who knows?

If Mela is right, that would be a pleasant surprise.

"Whatever. I'll visit HarperCollins next month when I go to America. Do you have any other requests?"

"not at all."

"Then that's settled. I still have work to do."

Mela is indeed very busy right now.

Singer Publishing has to publish thirty books a year, and even with its expansion, Singer will still face heavy pressure.

In addition, Mela also has to manage Liu Jin's agency contract.

Sometimes I feel like I'm not being a good friend!

Aside from writing books, he rarely participates in any promotional activities, acting like a hands-off manager, which has indeed increased Mela's workload considerably.

Next year, I will definitely finish Les Misérables!
Liu Jin made up his mind in his heart.

……

Back home, Liu Jin contacted Carmen Balces.

After learning that Liu Jin wanted to study in Spain, Barces was very enthusiastic.

"Amos, you should have come to Spain a long time ago!"
Listen to me, you've been in France for four years now, it's time to experience a different life.

Writers shouldn't confine themselves to one place; they should travel more and see more… The charm of Spain is a completely different lifestyle that France can't match. Only by immersing yourself in it can you truly experience its unique atmosphere and culture.

"But I heard that there are very few spots available for study abroad at the University of Barcelona this year."

"This problem is very simple, I'll help you solve it."

The University of Barcelona is a great university, and Barcelona is a great city.

Just come, everything else is secondary... As for your safety, there's even less to worry about. Catalans aren't as weak as the French. They'll do anything for a little money; you'll be perfectly safe.”

There was a strange sense of pride in his words.

Even France, in Balces's words, became extremely unpleasant.

However, I don't believe it!

At least for now, Germany is still the safest country in Europe.

Spain……

There was a joke in Europe during this period.

The gist of it is this: If you want to understand the rise of European civilization, go to Spain first, then France, and finally Germany; if you want to understand the decline of European civilization, go to Germany first, then France, and finally Spain.

Hmm, I'll get it slowly!

I think the person who wrote this joke is either German or French!

But Liu Jin still felt Balces' enthusiasm.

Since she said so, Liu Jin stopped worrying about it.

Spain is a good option, actually.

Aside from not quite understanding why Spanish beauties all have square faces, Liu Jin felt fairly comfortable with it. You're saying this is the Latin American standard of beauty?

But I think Shakira is pretty good too!

Her face shape wasn't as angular as Penelope's.

It seems that Salma Hayes, whom Henry Pinault is now pursuing, also has this style.

When Liu Jin thinks of Salma Hayes, he thinks of her stunning figure in "After Sunset".

guilt guilt...

Henri Pinault was his friend!
Liu Jin quickly recited a passage from the Heart Sutra in his mind.

……

The days that followed were very easy for Liu Jin.

September passed quietly in this relaxed atmosphere.

Qianqian came back briefly, then left again in a hurry.

She seems to have gotten used to this kind of life and is living a carefree life at the University of Mays.

According to Qianqian, the University of Metz recruited some students from China this year, and they were all dressed in gold and silver and were extremely arrogant.

However, she didn't like it too much.

She was still driving Liu Jin's secondhand Picasso, and her clothes were ordinary, yet still stylish.

She did not reveal her identity and made friends with some local students, but she did not have much contact with Chinese students studying abroad.

This was likely influenced by Liu Jin.

Don't talk about disunity. Only those who have lived overseas know that, besides some white trash, the people you need to be most wary of when studying abroad are other Chinese people. Especially those Chinese who came in the 1970s and 80s, they are extremely dangerous.

"Uncle, Ya Ya and I have had a falling out!"

"why?"

"It seems she's dating an older man from China."

Liu Jin was silent!
This seems quite normal.

Many girls become very pragmatic after going abroad.

Sun Ya's family wasn't poor, but to say they were wealthy... well, not really.

Otherwise, I wouldn't have been bullied when I was learning French.

Liu Jin could only rub Qianqian's head and say, "Everyone has their own choices. Since she has made this choice, let her go... In this life, there aren't many people who can accompany you to the end. However, you should stay away from her."

"Well, I see!"

Liu Jin didn't say much, but Qianqian was no longer the naive girl who had just come to France to study.

Counting the days, she has been in France for more than two years and has matured a lot.

After Qianqian left, Liu Jin returned to his peaceful life.

He wasn't in a hurry about the study abroad program, as the outcome wouldn't be immediate.

On the other hand, Old Zhong's side acted quickly. While being held in custody, Matsui Kosuke was provoked by a black man and then beaten until his lower body was paralyzed.

Saito broke his leg in an accident and was discontinued.

Another Tanaka Hideo was extorted and, after failing to resist, was beaten in one eye by his cellmates.

Everyone knew that this matter was related to Liu Jin.

However, after investigation, it was found that there was no connection whatsoever with Liu Jin.

DSG lodged a protest with the French government, but to no avail.

The only outcome was that he could be released on medical parole after three days, temporarily escaping the cage of the detention center and becoming safe for the time being.

The police expressed only regret.

The three men were deemed too arrogant in prison, which angered many.

Xiao Rizi tried to shift the blame onto Liu Jin, but failed.

Because the police investigation concluded that Liu Jin had not had any contact with any gang members after arriving in France.

If I had to name someone I know who's connected to gangs, it would only be Abel.

But Abel had been in Toulouse and had no contact with the gangs in Paris, so it was even less likely that he would instruct the gangs in the detention center to cause trouble for those three kids.

The conclusion is: They deserved it!
This made Xiao Rizi realize that Liu Jin was not just a writer, as they had imagined.

He must have other connections in France.

Before this relationship was discovered, Xiao Rizi was somewhat apprehensive.

If they can't deal with Liu Jin, they'll face his vicious retaliation... Regardless of the French police's conclusion, I'm sure it's related to Liu Jin.

This made them much more cautious!

Liu Jin, on the other hand, said he knew nothing about these matters.

He attends classes and writes every day.

Before October arrived, I finally finished writing "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - A Mockingjay Story", and breathed a sigh of relief.

……

(End of this chapter)