1980 My literary era

It's a bit satisfying to say bad things behind someone's back. Yu Hua was spitting and beaming as he spoke. He didn't notice that the expressions of his colleagues had changed from being enthusiastic just now to being silent.

There was an eerie silence in the office. Yu Hua was joking, but everyone was cheering and having fun.

But at this moment, apart from Yu Hua's voice, the complimenting voices could no longer be heard in the office. He slowly realized that something was wrong with the situation, and then turned back following the eyes of several colleagues.

Lin Weimin squinted his eyes, like a beast staring at its prey.

The moment he saw him, Yu Hua was stunned for a moment, and then his head shut down for a few seconds.

"Yu Hua!" Teacher Lin called his name kindly.

Yu Hua shivered inexplicably, and there was only one thought in his mind: I'm done!

"Teacher Lin, please listen to my explanation (jiao) and explanation (bian)!"

Teacher Lin had a kind smile on his face, "Explain what? You are so busy at work, let's just chat! It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter."

After finishing speaking, Lin Weimin stopped paying attention to Yu Hua and asked Liu Maowen on the side, "Xiao Liu, how is the drafting of "Red Bean" going?"

Liu Maowen was one of the four earliest editors of Tongwen Society and the founder of the society. He was promoted to editor-in-chief of "Hongdou" when "Hongdou" was first published. The other deputy editor-in-chief was Wang Ruiqin, who was sent by the society and was originally from the foreign language department. edit.

Liu Maowen stood up and said, "President, "Hongdou" currently has enough manuscripts. I have communicated with Vice President Li, but I haven't had time to report to you yet. There will be no problem in publishing the first issue late next month."

Lin Weimin nodded with satisfaction, "Well done. If you don't understand anything, please learn from Yu Hua. "Heroes of Nine Provinces" is now one of the top popular literary publications in the country, but it can be a role model for you to learn from!"

Liu Maowen glanced at Yu Hua with a strange look in his eyes and said, "Yes!"

"Okay, keep busy."

After finishing speaking, Lin Weimin left the office directly.

Several colleagues looked at Yu Hua, and Liu Maowen urged: "Yu Hua, why are you still standing there? Why don't you go and apologize to Teacher Lin quickly?"

Yes, if you are caught speaking ill of your leader behind his back, why don't you apologize quickly?

Colleagues are all worried about Yu Hua.

Yu Hua opened his mouth and apologized? Can this matter be solved by apologizing?

Others don’t understand Teacher Lin, so doesn’t he understand Teacher Lin?

After hesitating for a moment, Yu Hua gritted his teeth.

An apology must be seen as sincerity. To Teacher Lin, what is sincerity?

Yu Hua knew it very well.

He ignored the urging of his colleagues, turned around and sat back in his seat, slowly spread out the manuscript paper on his desk, and unscrewed the cap of the pen, as if he was about to put on a golden hoop.

With a fearless spirit, Yu Hua solemnly put pen to paper and wrote six big characters on the paper.

"What are you doing, Editor-in-Chief Yu?"

"Who knows? I feel so nauseous?"

"You won't be frightened, right? The president heard the bad things he said behind his back. Even if Lao Cheng comes here, he can't be saved!"

"The president is not such a stingy person."

"There's no point trying to make up for it now. The president is gone. I just talked about you the most."

"It's okay, editor-in-chief Yu is standing in front of me!"

The colleagues were half joking and half guilty. After all, a bunch of people had just gathered to arrange for President Lin, and they could hear clearly.

If you are a leader, you will definitely not have an attack on the spot, but you can't tell if you wear small shoes afterwards.

After all, the president had already arranged for Xiao Weng to be a spy.

While everyone was whispering, Yu Huawen's thoughts welled up. This feeling was wonderful.

He hasn't felt this way for a long time since marrying Cheng Hong.

After discovering that Cheng Hong was pregnant at the end of last year, the couple was immersed in the joy of welcoming a new member of the family.

Moreover, Yu Hua is now in charge of "Heroes of Kyushu" and his career is booming. This has caused him to have no creative passion at all during this year.

I don't know if he was frightened today, but his inspiration was surprisingly strong. He originally planned to write a summary and go to Teacher Lin to fool around with it, but he ended up writing out of control and couldn't stop at all.

After get off work, all the colleagues in the office had left, and Yu Hua looked at the small pile of manuscript paper he had written.

unbelievable.

I actually wrote so many words in one afternoon?

These contents must be at least 6,000 words, right?

Yu Hua reviewed the manuscript again and was surprised. He looked at his hands. Mo Yan's little eyes were not as efficient as this, right?

Am I... having an epiphany?

Yu Hua suddenly realized that the last time he had this feeling of enlightenment was when he was watching "Farewell My Concubine".

He Shi Shiran sorted out the manuscript, stood up calmly, and then put the manuscript into his bag, preparing to go home at night and continue writing.

After leaving the office, he thought for a moment that he should go to Teacher Lin's place to have a look first, just in case he didn't get off work!

He walked to the door of the editor-in-chief's office and knocked on the door. "Come in" came from the door.

Yu Hua was glad in his heart that it really happened to him. It was better not to stay overnight to apologize.

Lin Weimin looked at Yu Hua calmly, "You haven't gone back so late? What's the matter?"

I don't know if it was because he had done something wrong. The more Yu Hua listened to Lin Weimin's words, the more he felt that he was implying something.

Do you think I'm late?

He quickly took out the manuscript from his bag and put it on his desk solemnly.

"Teacher Lin, I have been thinking about an idea recently, and I would like you to help me look at it."

"oh?"

Lin Weimin's originally Gujing Wubo face showed a bit of surprise and joy, and Yu Hua thought to himself: As expected, I know Teacher Lin best!

After spending more than 20 minutes carefully reading the several thousand words of the manuscript that Yu Hua brought, Lin Weimin briefly asked Yu Hua about his thoughts on subsequent creation.

Thanks to Wensi's sudden collapse in the afternoon, Yu Hua originally just had an idea. He spent the afternoon writing and perfecting it. The main line of the novel was almost complete, so when answering Lin Weimin's questions, he responded fluently.

After chatting for a while, Lin Weimin nodded happily, "Yes, the idea is good, the beginning is good, and it has the potential to become an excellent work."

Yu Hua was immediately delighted when he heard this, "My mind was still in chaos at first, but thanks to your guidance, I can get twice the result with half the effort."

This flattery is a bit stiff!

Lin Weimin glanced at Yu Hua, thinking that this would offset the merits and demerits?

Yu Hua seemed to be aware of his thoughts. He lowered his head and said with difficulty: "Otherwise...shall I go to the guest house to stay for a few days? Writing this novel really feels like I am bursting with inspiration and time is not waiting for me."

Lin Weimin looked a little surprised, "Are you going to the guest house?"

Yu Hua nodded solemnly, "That's right. I am so creative now that I should find a quiet place to concentrate on writing and try to write this novel as quickly as possible. I have lived up to your guidance."

I took the initiative to apply to go to the dark room, which made me feel a little enlightened.

However, if I really let you go, wouldn't it mean that I will retaliate?

How many times have I said it, how can a person who becomes a leader at a young age not even have this pattern?

Lin Weimin's eyes turned around Yu Hua twice, and while he was beating a drum in his heart, he said: "Forget it. Cheng Hong is pregnant now. You should be at home at this time."

Hearing this, Yu Hua felt happy in his heart, but then became worried again.

Did I pass the test or did I fail?

Worried, he added: "Then I will write at home and finish the novel as soon as possible."

Lin Weimin still waved his hand and said: "Don't worry. Now that you have an idea, don't rush. Creation is important, but family life is equally important."

When Yu Hua heard this, he felt even more uncertain. He felt that this was still a way to settle accounts with the Queen of Autumn!

He racked his brains and thought, how could he get Teacher Lin to calm down this anger?

While he was thinking, Lin Weimin asked with a smile: "Speaking of which, Cheng Hong will give birth in two months, right?"

"Yes, the due date is late August."

Yu Hua's mind was running wildly when he answered. What does Teacher Lin mean? Is he hinting at something?

"It sounds so fast. Your baby is about to be born, and our little Dou Bao is also one year old."

Are you going to pick up the baby and kiss her?

Teacher Lin and Teacher Tao are both talented and beautiful. Xiaodoubao will definitely be beautiful when he grows up. If my child has such a father-in-law...

"Yes, it's great to have a girl. Xiaodou Bao's appearance combines the best qualities of you and Teacher Tao. It's really beautiful."

Regardless of what Teacher Lin is implying, there is definitely nothing wrong with flattering him more.

Lin Weimin smiled and was noncommittal.

After chatting for a few words, Lin Weimin suddenly asked: "The child's name hasn't been chosen yet, right?"

Yu Hua was stunned for a moment, why did he talk about the child's name?

"Ah, no!"

"You haven't chosen it yet? A name is very important to a child's life, so you can't be careless and think carefully." Lin Weimin warned.

"Yes, Cheng Hong and I have thought of many alternative names, but we have never decided on one."

"Don't worry, the child hasn't been born yet. Besides, you still have to discuss this kind of thing with your elders."

"My father..." Yu Hua originally wanted to say that my parents didn't have this idea, but the words came to his lips and brought happiness to his soul.

He looked into Lin Weimin's eyes and said sincerely: "My father said that you are my Bole and the child's elder. He wants you to help name the child."

Dad, I'm sorry, my son had no choice but to do it.

"Oh? Really? Oh, this is nothing. I just selected your work among a bunch of submissions. Even if it weren't for me, other editors would have discovered you. After all, gold will shine wherever it goes. !Ah ha ha!"

Yu Hua looked at Teacher Lin's reaction and became more and more sure.

"You can't say that. Even if it is gold, if it is covered with a rag, it may not shine in ten thousand years. I will keep your kindness in my heart."

Lin Weimin waved his hand, "Okay, okay, don't say these disgusting words. But...since you have said it all, then I will give the child a name, just as an alternative for you and your wife!" "

After speaking, Lin Weimin picked up the pen and lightly wrote two words on the paper.

"What do you think of this name?"

Yu Hua's eyes twitched. Do great writers name their children in such a down-to-earth way?

He looked at the word "apple" on the paper and fell into a long silence.

Lin Weimin thought to himself, this is the name that was originally chosen for Xiaodou Bao. Are you still not satisfied?

Lin Apple, how nice it sounds!

Besides, there is an allusion to Teacher Lin’s choice of this name.

The word "apple" originates from Sanskrit. It is a fruit mentioned in ancient Indian Buddhist scriptures. It was first called "Pinpo", which means firmness, perseverance, and erudition.

Later it was borrowed by Chinese and became "apple".

The agricultural book "Qunfang Pu·Guo Pu" written during the Wanli period recorded: "Apples are grown in the north, especially those from Yanzhao. They are green when they are raw, and half red and half white when ripe, or completely red. They are smooth and cute, and the fragrance can be smelled for several steps. "

The child was born in the land of Yanzhao and grows as happily as an apple. Wouldn't this name be a perfect match?

Unfortunately, Tao Huimin became obsessed with it after watching "Spirited Away" and insisted on giving her child the tacky name "Spirited Away".

Alas, this guy Yu Hua is so cheap!

After all, it is related to the future of the child. Yu Hua hesitated for a long time and said boldly: "The name is very good, but Teacher Lin, Cheng Hong and I think it is best to bring in some elements of our hometowns."

As he spoke, he also picked up a pen and changed the word "平" in "Apple" to "海" on the paper, which became "海果".

"What do you think of Haiyan's apples?" Yu Hua asked cautiously.

Lin Weimin frowned as he looked at the words on the paper. After Yu Hua changed it, the name suddenly became a lot more vulgar.

It's okay if it's given to a boy, but it's a bit inappropriate if it's given to a girl.

But he is the child's father after all, and his "name" is considered useless anyway.

"It's okay, that's all."

When Yu Hua heard this, he felt as if he had received an amnesty, and his name was also used. He couldn't settle the score with his wife this time, right?