1979: Literary Master, Starting from the Return of Educated Youth

Chapter 64 Awards
The story begins with the killing of an outspoken Imperial Observatory official, followed by heavy snowfall, giving the audience a sense of an epic story slowly unfolding.

Then, Zhejiang Province forced the conversion of rice to mulberry, and the prefect led troops to trample the seedlings...

Seeing this, Wang Meng couldn't help but take a deep breath.

In the court, the emperor was addicted to alchemy and was wholeheartedly seeking to become an immortal.

In order to satisfy his selfish desires, he forcefully promoted mulberry trees in the local area and sent troops to suppress the resistance of the people...

From the gloom in the temple to the miserable conditions among the people, the combination of the two is very heart-wrenching, and the scenes and plot are also very tense.

At this point, the manuscript comes to an abrupt end, making one want to see the exciting content that follows as soon as possible.

"You're going to write a long story, aren't you?"

Wang Meng closed the manuscript, took a sip of tea and asked, "What is the estimated length?"

"About 60 words."

"The Ming Dynasty 1566" is a large novel. According to the length of the adapted TV series, Xu Yuexin has only written the second episode so far, and it is already nearly words.

"Well, a novel can best reflect a writer's ability in layout."

“Write well. When you finish this work, I believe your writing career will enter a new realm.”

Wang Meng looked at Xu Yuexin with admiration and said, "As for your criticism, I really don't deserve it. The beginning is already very well written, and it can be seen that you have strong writing skills."

“I hope you can keep up this level in the subsequent chapters. For a novel, the most demanding part is after 30 words.”

"Thank you for your advice. I will keep it in mind."

Xu Yuexin said in a humble tone, "By the way, I have one more thing I want to ask you."

"explain."

"May I ask what the current policy is regarding writers publishing their works in Hong Kong and overseas?"

"You mean overseas publication?"

Wang Meng thought for a moment and then gave his answer, "As far as I can remember, from the founding of the People's Republic of China to the 60s, there was a period of time when works could be published overseas. Of course, the distribution places were mainly friendly countries such as Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union."

"The change began during a special period. At that time, apart from the Quotations, there was no record of books or periodicals being published in Hong Kong or overseas."

"Why, it looks like you want to try it?"

"That's right. I think this is a cause that is extremely beneficial to the country and society."

Xu Yuexin said sincerely, "Take "The Wreath under the Mountain" for example. Sending it to Hong Kong and overseas for publication can show the world the tenacious, strong and noble heroic image of our country's soldiers."

"what do you think?"

Ok……

After listening to Xu Yuexin's words, Wang Meng fell into deep thought.

At their level, what they care most about is not how much profit a book can generate after publication, but the corresponding political and social impact.

As Xu Yuexin said, once "The Garland under the Mountain" can be published in Hong Kong and internationally, the whole world will be able to witness the heroism of the people's soldiers.

Based on this alone, I feel it is necessary to help this young writer.

The only problem is that there has been no precedent of writers publishing in Hong Kong or overseas in the past decade or so. If one wants to break this record of zero, one must seek support from the leadership.

……

"I agree with what you just said."

After some contemplation, Wang Meng said, "Next time I see the relevant leaders of the cultural department, I will report this matter to them."

“Try to get support from higher authorities so that your work can be introduced to the world as soon as possible.”

Wang Meng agreed.

Xu Yuexin was suddenly inspired and straightened his back: "Thank you for your concern."

"My home is in Building 15 of Keyuan Community, and I have been free recently."

"When there is news, please let me know."

“It’s not a problem. Good works should go to a bigger stage and be seen by more people.”

Wang Meng smiled and waved his hand generously, and he had already started planning in his mind how to communicate with the leaders later.

...After returning from Wang Meng's home, Xu Yuexin wrote a letter to People's Literature, telling them that he had changed his address.

Then, he wrote a letter to each of the magazines "Shanghai Literature and Art", "Yanhe", "Yalu River", "October" and "Contemporary", actively expressing his intention to cooperate in publishing.

This was Xu Yuexin's intention when he asked to sign a non-exclusive contract with People's Literature.

It’s not enough to just make money in one company, you have to make progress in all aspects!
After going out, Xu Yuexin threw a pile of letters into the mailbox and rode his bicycle to the staff quarters.

The admission letter from Yanda University was about to arrive, but he still left his old address at the College Entrance Examination Office.

After arriving, Xu Yuexin opened his mailbox and saw two letters from him.

One was an admission letter from Yenching University, and the other was a letter from People's Literature.

The envelope of the admission letter was very simple. On the yellow kraft paper were handwritten the words "To Comrade Xu Yuexin" in large letters. Below it was signed from the Admissions Office of Yenching University and stamped with a purple square official seal.

Xu Yuexin took a deep breath, suppressed his excitement, put the notification letter from Yan University and the letter from People's Literature into the bicycle basket, and rode back home as fast as he could, wanting to share his joy with Chen Qiaoqiao.

"Look, what is this."

After arriving home, Xu Yuexin immediately showed Chen Qiaoqiao the admission letter.

Chen Qiaoqiao was reading in the bedroom. When she heard Xu Yuexin's voice, she immediately put down the book, stood up happily and walked to his side: "Open it and take a look."

"His..."

Xu Yuexin carefully opened the envelope, and lines of neatly printed words came into their eyes.

Haiding District Education Committee forwarded to Comrade Xu Yuexin:
You have been admitted by the school and the Beijing College Entrance Examination Committee to study in the regular class of the Chinese Modern and Contemporary Literature major of the Chinese Department of our school. Please report to our school from October 1979 to 10, 5.

The signature at the bottom is the Party Committee of Yenching University.

Xu Yuexin read these few short lines over and over again, his heart filled with joy.

Finally, he was going to the highest institution of education in the country.

"Ahem, congratulations, Comrade Zhuangyuanlang."

"From now on, you will be a member of Yan University, and I will have a top-ranked junior brother."

At this time, Chen Qiaoqiao put her hands behind her back, suppressed her smile and said deliberately, "If you have any questions about college life in the future, you are welcome to ask me for advice."

Xu Yuexin put down the admission letter, raised his lips and looked at Chen Qiaoqiao: "Oh. Senior sister, is college life romantic?"

"Of course, not romantic!"

Chen Qiaoqiao folded her hands over her chest and snorted, "Tell me the truth, do you have any ideas?"

"Can't it be romance with you?"

Xu Yuexin easily took Chen Qiaoqiao into his arms and whispered in her ear, "It's great to continue the romance with your own wife after marriage."

Being a campus couple in the late 70s and early 80s sounds like a perfect story.

Chen Qiaoqiao suddenly felt shy and happy, with a blush on her cheeks.

"You are the only one who can make people happy."

Chen Qiaoqiao pressed her hot face against Xu Yuexin's chest and said, then noticed the letter on the desk, "There's still a letter that hasn't been opened yet, go open it quickly."

"It was sent by People's Literature. I guess the editor-in-chief contacted me."

Xu Yuexin let her go for the time being and walked to the desk to open the second envelope.

When he saw the letter, he realized that the handwriting on it was not Wang Chaoyin's.

"Hello, Xiao Xu. I am Li Ji, the editor-in-chief of People's Literature."

“恭喜你的作品获得我社1977-1979年优秀文学作品奖，颁奖日期为1979年7月26日，颁奖地点为朝内166号院。”

……

"I hope you can spare some time from your busy schedule to visit our company."

As lines of vigorous and powerful handwriting appeared on the paper, Xu Yuexin's mood also became more excited.

I won a prize?

(End of this chapter)