Back to 17, My Brother is the Cult Leader

Finally, on the last day of school.

Fang Yuan received ten sample copies of the September issue of "Mengya" magazine.

The serialization of "The Bottom-Tier Girl's College Entrance Exam Diary" has begun.

Li Minghao called ahead to tell him that the series would continue in three installments.

The magazine has expanded, so the content has increased.

This is good news; the royalties can be received in advance.

Fang Yuan also said that his new novel is finished.

Li Minghao told him to send it to him first, and that he would probably come over around the end of the month to talk in person.

Let's see what readers say about "Flying Colors".

So, after the start of the school year, Fang Yuan sent "The Sky at Eighteen" away.

Because I told Huang Xiaoming that this novel was going to be adapted into a TV series.

He will be cast in the role.

Huang Xiaoming was so excited that he took the still-scented copy of "Sprout" with him when school started.

They even got Fang Yuan to sign it.

Of course, Fang Yuan's penmanship is still very beautiful now.

All those years of work in my previous life were not in vain.

Chen Xia was also given a copy of the newly published magazine "Sprout".

Chen Xia ultimately did not let Fang Yuan treat her to a meal.

I only asked for the first draft of "Flying Colors".

I gave it to her because she studied hard during the holiday.

Teacher Jiang also received a copy, and at the same time gave the remittance slip she received to Fang Yuan.

That's good, 3350 yuan. This price already includes tax.

However, she was still a little annoyed that he hadn't shown her his new work first.

Fang Yuan did fairly well on the initial placement test after the start of the semester.

480 points, the score didn't drop.

Chen Xia surprised everyone by scoring over 450 points.

Well, good genes, there's nothing I can do about it.

Once they get serious, there's no way for underachievers to survive.

Liu Kai was assigned to the science class, it seems he'll be following the same old path.

In his previous life, Liu Kai was admitted to a key university in Northwest China. After graduation, he became a technical engineer for the development of western China.

Every time I go back to my hometown, I still ask Fang Yuan to have a meal with me.

She didn't look down on him.

When Fang Yuan was 35 years old, Huang Xiaoming took him to the capital.

We haven't seen each other since.

Fang Yuan went to the post office over the weekend and withdrew the money.

When it was placed in front of his father, Comrade Jianguo did not dare to take it.

After a half-day break, I told him to keep it for his college years.

Fang Yuan knew about his family's financial situation; his mother had been ill for several years.

Although there were reimbursements, I didn't save much money.

However, it's still rather awkward for a father to take money from his son who is still in school at this time.

Fang Yuan didn't take it to heart.

I took my ID card to the bank, opened a passbook, and deposited the money.

Thinking about it, maybe next time I can ask the magazine to directly deposit the payment into my bank account.

I have money now.

At the end of the month, I received a letter from Huang Xiaoming.

Goodness, four pages.

She rambled on about her start of the school year and her student life.

My classmates include beautiful girls.

The course pressure is very high, and I am at the bottom of the class.

Finally, he added that he introduced himself to Professor Cui, the homeroom teacher.

He was the benefactor who helped him during his art exams.

The professor said he admired Fang Yuan, having seen his photos and read his novel.

We hope Fang Yuan will apply to the Beijing Film Academy, etc.

Huang Xiaoming, you old bastard, you sold me out so quickly.

Fang Yuan cursed inwardly.

I also have to busy myself with receiving Editor Li.

Yes, Li Minghao has arrived.

Fang Yuan received him at his home.

Today is the weekend.

In his senior year of high school, Fang Yuan didn't work as hard as his other classmates.

Anyway, his goal is already clear.

His academic performance is also generally fine.

Li Minghao is looking at the other three novels he wrote during his vacation.

Fang Yuan wanted him to help him with some suggestions on where to send the documents.

Li Minghao spent over an hour reading, roughly finishing the three novels.

He closed his eyes and pondered for a while.

I picked up my water glass and took a sip.

Calm down.

Let's start with "Flying Colors".

"After the first issue was published, the feedback from readers was very good, and the magazine received dozens of phone calls and letters."

"They were all asking about the later plot and their feelings."

"The editors-in-chief are very confident; they came here to sign the publishing contracts first."

"The contract terms are the same as what we agreed on last time: 10% royalties."

"Okay, no problem."

"Once the contract is signed, I'll go back to the magazine and contact the publisher to begin preparations."

"We aim to finish the serialization so that the collected volume can be published and released."

"There are only two months left, it's quite a rush."

"I'm fine."

Let's talk about "Eighteen-Year-Old Sky" again.

"The editorial board believes it may have a greater impact than 'Flying Colors'."

"After all, it involves education reform."

"The novel is positive and uplifting, and has a wider audience."

"Therefore, the publishing company hopes to start serialization in December, in three installments."

"It just so happens to be a sequel to 'Flying Colors'."

"I'll give you the highest tier of payment."

"OK."

"As for these three novels..."

Li Minghao paused, then exclaimed in admiration.

"Your efficiency and creativity are truly impressive!"

"If possible, we'd like to have them both."

"They will be serialized in sequence."

Fang Yuan interrupted him with a smile.

"Professor Li, I want to publish it as soon as possible."

"Are you in such a hurry? Aren't you all under a lot of pressure studying in your senior year of high school?"

"I plan to apply to the Central Academy of Drama or the Beijing Film Academy."

"My grades in academic subjects are okay."

"The main issue is the art exams. I hope that all of these novels can be published before I take the art exams."

"It'll give you extra points, won't it? It'll be a good precaution."

Li Minghao pondered for a moment.

He patted his thigh.

"What a pity, but alright. You're right."

He looked at the manuscript in his hand again, his face showing reluctance.

"Um, Uncle Li..."

"Call me brother!"

"Brother Li, I will write more books in the future, and I will come to you again."

"Okay, fine. Whatever you say."

The novel "First Love" belongs to the category of youth campus romance novels.

Core themes: pure love, youthful innocence, campus life, growth, fresh and lighthearted, light comedy.

Actually, it's the most suitable for *Mengya* magazine.

"Next, let's choose 'Youth' magazine. The chances of publication are higher, but the payment might be lower."

"OK."

"Back to 20"

Core elements: Fantasy setting (rejuvenation) + family/love/dreams + heartwarming and healing + light comedy

BJ Literature Bar.

We welcome realistic themes, satire, high readability, and relatable content.

"Story Collection" is also acceptable.

The core themes of "Lost in Thailand" are: the lower class/common people, the Spring Festival travel rush/journey, absurd comedy, social satire, and the warmth of ordinary people.

You can submit your work to BJ Literature.

"Fiction Monthly" or "Story Club" are also acceptable.

The royalties are quite good too.

"Then I'll listen to you."

"Choose 'Youth,' 'Bridget Jones Literature,' and 'Story Collection.'"

"It's a pity. 'Harvest,' 'Contemporary,' and 'October' are too elite and heavy, and they are not suitable for your novels."

"It's okay, there will be other opportunities in the future."

"Brother Li, if I want to adapt these novels into screenplays, which magazine would be most suitable to submit them to?"

"You're really going to turn it into a script?" Li Minghao was still surprised.

"Give it a try, and we'll see if it doesn't work."

"Okay, then let's go with 'Film Literature'."

"If any of these three novels are rejected, remember to save 'First Love' for 'Sprout'."

"I reckon both of those magazines will want them."

"I know someone there who works at the 'Youth' magazine; I'll put in a good word with them later."

"Thank you, Brother Li."

Finally, after having Fang Yuan sign a whole bunch of contracts, Li Minghao rushed back.