I write novels in Liyue

Bai Qing said.

She had already made up her mind that if the quality of the manuscript dropped significantly, she would definitely send it back to Fang Qiu, even if it made Fang Qiu unhappy. She couldn't let Fang Qiu become just another ordinary person, nor could she let the later stages of "Journey to the West" be ruined and forgotten.

"Then I'll wait for your good news, Sister Bai."

Fang Qiu blinked.

"Oh, right, I almost forgot to mention that our publishing house will be holding an event during the Lantern Festival, including a selection process. We've invited many literary masters to present awards for novels, such as the top three authors of the year, the best new author of the year, the best new work of the year, and so on. The awards will be based on both reader and judge votes. The publishing house hopes you will participate, and there will be prize money and guidance from renowned teachers."

"For award judging."

Fang Qiu was slightly taken aback. At first, she refused, but when she heard about the prize money, she readily agreed and said, "No problem, I can participate."

"That's good. Please sign here. I'll deliver the books that meet the sales targets to your home during my lunch break."

Bai Qing nodded, overjoyed, and handed Fang Qiu a form and a pen.

"Okay... wait, what do you mean by delivering the book to my house?"

After Fang Qiu finished signing, he suddenly paused and said, "Does participating in the competition really require reading other contestants' books?"

"Do you remember what I just said, besides the bonus, there's also the matter of guidance from renowned teachers?"

"I think I did say that."

"What do you mean by 'seems like'... So, you're both a contestant and the renowned mentor who's guiding you..."

Bai Qing coughed and said, "Moreover, the editor-in-chief insisted on having you as a judge... because the award for best of the year is basically locked in for you. At least among the judges, you're already number one; everyone else is basically here to compete for second place."

"Well, thankfully you can only submit one entry, otherwise... you'd dominate the list... If you didn't have to participate, you'd be a judge. Besides, the selection of the mentors is based on discussion within the entire academic community plus reader votes, you see."

As she spoke, Bai Qing produced a statistics sheet, on which her name received an overwhelming number of votes—more than all the others combined…

"But how can a newcomer like me be a renowned teacher instructing others..."

Fang Qiu was completely numb from watching...

"Do you think it's appropriate for you to call yourself a newcomer? You're the top author at Liyue Publishing House... Besides, you just signed the contract, so you can't go back on your word. The Emperor once said that those who break their promises will be punished."

An editor with pigtails jumped out and said something.

Left with no other choice, Fang Qiu had to agree.

After saying goodbye to several familiar female editors, I left the publishing house's editorial department.

As soon as Fang Qiu left, several female editors surrounded her.

"Quickly, Qing, go read a book."

"Quickly read about the sequel to Tang Sanzang and Her Majesty the Queen, I'm already itching to see it."

"Feeling thirsty? Sister, put on some pants..."

"What are you talking about? You're the one who should be wearing pants. Thirst is hunger and thirst, what does it have to do with whether or not you're wearing pants? Besides, I'm wearing a skirt."

“Speaking of which, Ah Qing, Fang Qiu wrote so quickly, I hope there won’t be any problems. Ah Qing, you’d better read it carefully. To help Fang Qiu check it, I’ll sit next to you and read it with you.”

"Damn it, the sound of your abacus can probably be heard two streets away. I'll sit on the other side then."

"Hey, don't push! Ah! Who's touching me in the chaos? Ah, why is their hand inside my clothes? No! Who did this? This is too much... No... Ah!"

For a moment, several female editors huddled together.

"What are you doing? Ouch."

Bai Qing was both amused and exasperated by the older generation's playful antics. It took them quite a while to calm down.

Under the watchful eyes of his seniors, Bai Qing opened the file folder.

The first thing you see is the original manuscript.

The second volume of Journey to the West continues from the previous article.

The story of Tang Sanzang and the Queen's stroll in the garden continues.

Seeing Fang Qiu's still top-notch writing skills, Bai Qing felt much relieved.

Fortunately, Fang Qiu did not do a perfunctory job.

However, the future is still uncertain, so we cannot let our guard down.

So, the group of female editors focused intently on reading on.

Chapter 664 The Falling Flowers Have Feelings, But the Flowing Water Is Heartless

"Brother, why do all the birds and butterflies in the world always come in pairs?"

Her Majesty the Queen was gentle and tender, her gaze filled with affection and a touch of shyness.

"This has been the case since the beginning of time."

Tang Sanzang answered in this way.

"How come this monk is so stubborn? When Her Majesty the Queen speaks sweet words to her, she tells Her Majesty that it has always been this way."

"Speaking of which, my partner is the same... clueless about romance, like he's not very bright. When we first got together, I was the one who took the initiative..."

"My fiancé is the same... A few days ago I wrote a poem about daughter's love for him, and the next day he asked me out."

"Hmm? Isn't it a good thing that I asked you out? What's wrong with you?"

"correct."

"The next day... I dressed up carefully for the meeting and told him that he wanted to try writing a fan fiction of 'Journey to the West,' a dark version at that, and asked me, as the editor, for my opinion and thoughts... Then, the two of us sat in the teahouse and talked about 'Journey to the West' all day long..."

"Ah...this is a sad story...just imagine the days after you get married, when he'll be talking to you about books every day..."

Several editors were discussing it, complaining that the Tang Sanzang in the book was too clueless about romance and wasted Her Majesty's tempting words.

According to Fang Qiu's description of Her Majesty the Queen, she was so beautiful that even Chang'e in the heavens could not compare to her.

If we imagine Fang Qiu looking like him...

Ugh... Who can withstand this?!

Let alone men, even women like them couldn't resist Fang Qiu's sweet talk...

If Fang Qiu really said such sweet words to them, he probably wouldn't even have to wait until the wedding; he'd be consummating the marriage that very night!

Do not!

Right then and there!

Unfortunately, this Tang Sanzang is completely oblivious to romance...

They continued watching.

"Royal younger brother... elder brother."

Her Majesty the Queen looked at Tang Sanzang.

"His Majesty."

Tang Sanzang raised his eyes.

Eyes facing each other.

"Is it alright if we don't go on the pilgrimage?"

Her Majesty the Queen smiled radiantly.

"This...sigh..."

Tang Sanzang lowered his eyes, shifted his gaze away from Her Majesty the Queen, and sighed.

He did not answer.

Why are there still lonely men and women like us in this world, unable to be a couple? Why is it that my dear brother is willing to keep a solitary lamp, accompany the ancient Buddha, and live and fly alone?

Her Majesty's tone was full of resentment.

"Your Majesty, I have dedicated myself to Buddhism precisely to save all living beings and to eliminate the resentment and loneliness of women and men in the world."

"Since my elder brother has such sentiments, then..."

Before you are countless people who need your help.

Her Majesty the Queen said tenderly.

"Your Majesty, this humble monk is eager to obtain the scriptures and hopes that Your Majesty will issue the travel permit as soon as possible."

Tang Sanzang frowned, unsure how to refute, and remained silent for a long time before performing a Buddhist salute and speaking.

"Today, let us not discuss the journey to the West."

Her Majesty the Queen said, “Brother, look at this Imperial Garden. The spring sunshine is so bright and the scenery is so pleasant. Shall I accompany you to linger and enjoy the view a little longer? Please.”

"please."

Tang Sanzang had no choice but to agree to accompany Her Majesty the Queen on her tour of the garden.

"Damn it, I knew it. Fang Qiu had no good intentions and would never let Tang Sanzang be with Her Majesty the Queen."

"That's right, that's right. Fang Qiu has done all sorts of bad things, he's always like this."

"Alas, what a pity that Her Majesty the Queen was so devoted."

The editors sighed, feeling somewhat melancholy. Fortunately, they had already prepared themselves mentally...

Even so, it's hard not to feel a little sad.

One female editor was even reminded of the past, and her face turned slightly pale.

A little while later, they continued watching.

The next day, at the post station.

The Grand Tutor came to congratulate Tang Sanzang. Tang Sanzang thought the Grand Tutor had brought him a travel permit, but he did not expect that the Grand Tutor had come to propose marriage to Her Majesty the Queen.

"This Queen is trying to force me into marriage, and I like it!"

"Could it be that Tang Sanzang just stayed behind, half-heartedly?"

"To be honest, Fang Qiu wrote this really well. Otherwise, why would the editor-in-chief want Fang Qiu to be a judge? Look at these few lines of dialogue, the characters are so vivid and lifelike."

"Indeed, that's what makes Fang Qiu so remarkable."

"Damn it, why is your author so amazing, Ah Qing? The manuscript I received today gave me a headache after just one look. This big shot, who has connections everywhere, kills without hesitation, and is as cold as ice, is actually licking a candied hawthorn when he's brand new... The character setting has completely deviated from his original vision."