Back to 80: My Literary Life

Fang Minghua wanted to say something and called "Lili".

"Huh?" The girl turned her face and looked at him.

But suddenly, he didn't know what to say, so he just stood there.

"Okay, brother-in-law, I'm fine." The girl smiled and said:

"Let's go back to the hotel. This is my arrangement for tomorrow. In the morning we will go to St. Peter's Basilica first, then visit the Colosseum, and finally go to the Arch of Constantine, and then go to the Roman Forum. After dinner in the evening, we will sit at the end A shuttle bus is coming to Benevento, where I have already booked a hotel. What do you think of this arrangement? "

"It's all up to you."

The two got up early the next morning, ate spaghetti, and then started to play.

In the morning, take Metro Line A to Ottaviano San Pietro Station and walk to St. Peter's Basilica. St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is the holiest place in Catholicism. The 138-meter-high dome of the church is a model of Italian Renaissance architectural art and can be called the closest place to heaven.

Facing the hanging statue of Jesus, Li Li crossed her fingers on her chest and murmured something in a low voice.

Fang Minghua felt very strange. After she finished praying, he asked curiously: "When did you start to believe in Catholicism?"

"I don't have it. When I go back to China, I go to temples and Taoist temples to face the statues of gods, and I know how to pray." The girl explained: "I pray that my relatives, who love me, and the people I love will be happy!"

What a kind girl.

Fang Minghua wanted to ask who the person you love was, but felt that the words were a bit abrupt and did not say them.

After visiting St. Peter's Basilica, then took Metro Line B to Colosseo Station. After exiting the subway station, you will see the Colosseum. To the southwest, you can see the most famous triumphal arch left over from the Roman period. The two also We took a photo together in front of the Arc de Triomphe, and the last stop was the Roman Forum.

Fang Minghua first went to the bathroom for a while. When he came out, he found Li Li taking photos with several people. She looked like an Oriental.

When Fang Minghua took a closer look, he couldn't help but smile.

Coincidentally, he had seen one of them not long ago. He was tall and burly.

Jiang Wen.

Although he had never seen the other young people before, he recognized them by looking at their faces.

Xia Yu, Geng Le, Ning Jing, Tao Hong!

It turns out that the creative team of "On a Bright Day" came to Italy to participate in the upcoming Venice International Film Festival!

When you come to Italy, your first stop is Rome, so naturally you have to go shopping.

"Jiang Wen!"

Fang Minghua shouted.

Jiang Wen turned around and saw that it was Fang Minghua, and she was suddenly surprised and happy.

"Chairman Fang, are you coming to Italy too? Are you alone?"

"No, there is still her." Fang Minghua pointed at Li Li who was holding the camera.

"Oh, it's sister-in-law, I'm sorry, I'm sorry." Jiang Wen apologized repeatedly.

Li Li's face suddenly turned red.

"I'm not his wife."

"Huh? This?"

"He is my wife's cousin." Fang Minghua explained generously: "My novel "Skywalker" was nominated for the Strega Literary Award and was translated by her."

Fang Minghua briefly introduced Li Li and explained the purpose of coming to Italy.

"Has your novel been nominated? Congratulations, Chairman Fang, you will definitely win!" Jiang Wen said quickly.

Fang Minghua laughed: "Even if I win the Strega Award, how can I be as powerful as you winning the Volpi Cup for Best Actor and the Golden Lion Award?"

"Chairman Fang, you are joking, that is just a nomination."

"With two nominations, one must win, right? Don't worry, you will definitely not come away empty-handed!"

"Then please give me your best wishes."

The two chatted for a while, and Jiang Wen introduced Xia Yu and the others to Fang Minghua.

Now these four people are all young and newcomers in the domestic film and television industry. They were a little excited to see the famous Fang Minghua.

He is not only a writer, but also a screenwriter.

What's even more powerful is that I heard that he secretly controls Shengshi Film and Television, the largest private film and television company in the country!

Fang Minghua smiled and said a few words to everyone, naturally encouraging him to work harder and produce better works.

He also took a special look at Xia Yu.

When he was young, he looked really similar to Zhang Yishan.

It's a pity that Zhang Yishan doesn't have that talent.

"Chairman Fang, are you attending the Venice Film Festival?" Jiang Wen asked again.

"Well, I'm planning to go to Venice after the Literature Award Ceremony. This is an annual film event that I can't miss."

"Okay, let's get in touch again in Venice. I heard that each of Hong Kong and Taiwan has a film shortlisted. I can meet a lot of Chinese people this time." Jiang Wen was a little excited.

At this Venice Film Festival, Chinese films shone brightly. The film "Long Live Love" directed by Taiwan's famous Tsai Ming-liang finally won the Golden Lion Award and the FIPRESCI Award.

Xiangjiang Wong Kar-Wai's "Ashes of Time" won the Best Cinematography Award, and it became a feat for outstanding directors from across the Taiwan Strait and three places to gather in Venice.

"Okay, when you get to Venice and you win the award, I invite you, including those from Hong Kong and Taiwan, to let us Chinese celebrate!" Fang Minghua said generously.

"Chairman Fang, then I'll be waiting for your words." Jiang Wen said with a smile.

"Don't worry."

The few of them chatted for a while, Jiang Wen and the others said goodbye and left. Fang Minghua and Li Li were also preparing to go to the Roman Forum, which was the last stop of their trip to Rome.

"Brother-in-law, is he Jiang Wen?" Li Li asked as she walked.

"Yes, it was Wang Qiming who played in "Yanjing People in New York." Fang Minghua explained.

"At that time, the film was mainly shot in New York. I had never met the crew. I didn't expect that he would become a director and the film would be shortlisted for the Venice Film Festival!" Li Li felt a little incredible.

"He is also an excellent director, and his level is comparable to Zhang Yimou." Fang Minghua smiled.

"Hey, brother-in-law, when you go to Venice, do you really want to invite Jiang Wen and directors from Hong Kong and Taiwan?" Li Li asked again.

"Of course, Lili, this matter is left to you. Find the best hotel in Venice! Brother-in-law, I am not short of money!"

"Not only is it not short of money, but you are already a billionaire with those stocks in the United States! Brother-in-law, not only do you write well, but you can also make money by investing. Mark Twain would be inferior to you in this regard!" Li Li looked admiring.

Fang Minghua was a little proud.

"So, don't be wronged in the United States. Your cousin has also told you that you are in charge of my account anyway, so you can spend it as you like."

"No, this money may be of great use to you in the future, and I can't spend it carelessly. Besides, I am alone, and my salary and translation income are enough."

Alone

Ah.

The two of them visited the ancient Roman market, and then Li Li insisted on taking Fang Minghua to a Chinese restaurant she had inquired about for a meal. They had mapo tofu and twice-cooked pork. After returning to the hotel to pay the bill, the two of them left with their luggage and took the train to Nevento.