Early the next morning, Shao Zhongkang went to Ming Pao Group in Xiangjiang City with the novel.
Which newspaper was the most famous in Xiangjiang City? Needless to say, it was definitely Ming Pao! It was because he had Jin Yong, the author of the best martial arts novel in Xiangjiang, no, China!
Speaking of Kim Yong, almost everyone knew that he was a god of martial arts novels, but he was also a successful businessman. Ming Pao could be said to be Kim Yong's life's work. Its value was actually above his 15 novels. Back then, Kim Yong wrote novels to gain benefits for Ming Pao.
Shao Zhongkang drove a Mercedes-Benz from his garage and went straight to the headquarters of Ming Pao.
In Shao Zhongkang's memory, he had met Jin Yong when he was young. At that time, he remembered that the old man Jin had given him a piece of calligraphy written by him, but he didn't know where he had taken it. When he arrived at Ming Pao's main entrance, the security guard immediately stopped him and asked,"Sir, who are you looking for?"
"I'm looking for President Cha!" Shao Zhongkang said with a smile.”
The security guard was stunned. He saw that Shao Zhongkang was very handsome and had an extraordinary temperament. He didn't dare to neglect him and said,""Do you have an appointment?"
"My father, Shao Yifu, is President Zha's friend. I'm here to visit him…" said Shao Zhongkang.
"What? Shao Yifu?" The security guard was shocked. How many Shao Yifu in Xiangjiang were good friends with Jin Yong? He was only a wireless tycoon, and this man was actually Shao Yifu's son?!
"Aiya, I'm sorry for my disrespect. Young Master Shao, please come in!”That person hurriedly smiled apologetically.
Shao Zhongkang walked in with a smile.
Soon, after Shao Zhongkang reported his identity, he was brought to Jin Yong's office.
Jin Yong was born a scholar and was one of the Four Great Talents in Xiangjiang City. Therefore, his office was decorated in a classic style. The chair was made of exquisite mahogany and there was a calligraphy piece on the wall, which was inscribed with the words " Bright Rising Sun ", signed by Jin Yong.
"Hehe, you're Zhongkang, right? I haven't seen you for so many years. You've grown so big! How long have you been back from America?" Jin Yong smiled lovingly when he saw Shao Zhongkang.
Shao Zhongkang was also very happy to see the square-faced old Jin Yong. He went forward to hold his hand and smiled,"Hello, Uncle Cha, long time no see! I just came back from America yesterday!”
"It's good that you're back. Your daddy is getting old. You should come back and help him.”Jin Yong laughed.
After Shao Zhongkang sat down, Jin Yong's secretary naturally served him hot tea. "Zhongkang, you just came back to Xiangjiang and you're already here to see me. Is there something wrong?" Jin Yong asked straightforwardly.”
"Actually, it's nothing much. It's just that I have a novel here, and I hope that a professional like Uncle Zha can appreciate it!”As Shao Zhongkang spoke, he took out a novel from his pocket. It was the Strange Tale of the Ancient Sword.
In fact, Shao Zhongkang had not only written the first book, but he had also written the second book. It was two thick books. Jin Yong was obviously stunned for a moment before he said,"You…"
Shao Zhongkang said with a smile," Uncle Zha, I want to focus on the entertainment industry after coming back to Xiangjiang. In the entertainment industry, fame is also very important. I hope to expand my reputation, so I want to write a novel and publish it in Ming Pao. I spent three months writing it when I was in the United States. I hope you can read it. If you think it's okay, I can publish it in Ming Pao for free!”
"Free? This isn't good, right? If your novel is really good, won't you suffer a loss?!”Jin Yong said as he adjusted his glasses.
Shao Zhongkang smiled and said," Uncle Zha, I don't lack that bit of money. Of course, I have a condition for writing a book for free. If you are willing to publish my novel, you must publicize my identity and let everyone who reads the newspaper know who I am. In addition, since I don't want remuneration for this novel, Ming Pao is only responsible for publishing it. Ming Pao has no right to the film adaptation rights of this book!”
"Of course!" Jin Yong nodded. The authors who received remuneration for publishing their novels in Ming Bao would usually share a portion of the film adaptation rights with Ming Bao. However, Shao Zhongkang did not want the remuneration, so Jin Yong naturally would not ask for a share of the so-called adaptation rights. After all, if the novel was really well written, the publication would earn a lot of money.
"This book is very long. I'm afraid I can't finish it in a short time. Besides, Ming Pao has strict rules about the novels we publish…How about this, Zhongkang, whether to publish it or not, I'll give you an answer in two days.”Jin Yong said.
"No problem!" Shao Zhongkang smiled.
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After returning home at night, Jin Yong started reading after dinner. This was his habit. If there was a good novel, he would usually read it slowly after dinner.
The story of the Ancient Sword was indeed a very good script. The characters in it were Baili Tusu, Feng Qingxue, Ouyang Shaogong, Le Wuyi, Xie Yi, Shen Ye, and so on. They were all very well-portrayed characters. Jin Yong had only watched a small part of the first movie and was already full of praise."Not bad!"
Jin Yong had already divorced his second wife, and the one living in his house now was Jin Yong's future third wife, Lin Leyi. According to the history of the original time and space, the two of them would get married next year.
"What are you looking at? I was so engrossed in watching you just now!" Lin Leyi walked over and asked with a smile. She was not particularly beautiful, but she was very elegant and delicate. When Jin Yong was sad when his eldest son committed suicide, Lin Leyi walked into Jin Yong's world and made him feel the warmth that he had not felt for a long time. Lin Leyi's true personality and trustworthy quality made the two of them become friends despite the age difference of 29 years. In Lin Leyi's eyes, Jin Yong was not only a knowledgeable teacher, but also a big friend who was often very fragile and needed to be understood.
Even though the two of them were not married yet, they were already living together. Lin Leyi found it strange that Jin Yong was reading a book after dinner and was smiling so happily.
"Nothing, I'm reading a novel written by the son of an old friend of mine!”Jin Yong smiled." I thought that kid was too young and rich to write anything good. Who knew that he would be good!”
Although Jin Yong had only said that it was not bad, Lin Leyi knew that it must not be simple to write a novel in Xiangjiang that was praised by a guru like Jin Yong.
Needless to say, the touching and exciting plot of the Ancient Sword Legend had really attracted Master Jin.
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At night, Shao Yifu had invited many directors and staff from Tiny Entertainment and Shao Industries to his home. For example, Chu Yuan, Zhang Che, Wang Tianlin, and other capable people from Shao Industries. There were more than 20 people in total. Shao Yifu officially introduced Shao Zhongkang to everyone and said that he would first let Shao Zhongkang produce a TV series that he had written himself. He hoped that everyone would take good care of him.
The people here were all Shao Yifu's men, and many of them had known Shao Zhongkang since he was a child. Naturally, no one would say no. Shao Zhongkang and these capable people in the film and television industry each spoke a lot humbly.
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