Xu Xiaozhong hasn't drunk pure boiled water for a long time. In the company, from the boss to the small editor, everyone drinks coffee or tea together. This is not all for pursuing high-ranking or pretending to be a bourgeoisie, but because they sit in front of the computer for a long time, lack effective exercise, and are prone to fatigue.

Of course, occasionally saying, "I don't like to put sugar and milk when drinking coffee" can still show the quality of life.

Liu Jingting put half-porcelain cup of boiled water in front of Xu Xiaozhong, sat down opposite him, and said lightly: "Qianhong and I signed a contract. I heard that you were so confident in your tone just now. Could it be that you have reached some kind of agreement?"

Xu Xiaozhong said: "We don't have any agreement. In fact, we will never have any agreement with Qianhong. You should understand what I mean."

Liu Jingting nodded slightly to express his understanding. This subtle action fell into Xu Xiaozhong's eyes and extended other meanings. Logically speaking, a boy of fourteen or fifteen years old should not have such mature movements and expressions.

"I don't know if you really didn't read the news. A while ago, a graduate from a school in Jianghai City beat up their class teacher at the school gate, but was detained by the police station. When the media went to interview, the leading student said that he had read your martial arts novel and was inspired by the characters in it. He remembered to fight with his classmates and said that he wanted to promote justice."

Xu Xiaozhong looked at Liu Jingting's reaction calmly while talking. Liu Jingting kept smiling. Even when he heard this news that was obviously unfavorable to him, he did not show any indignation, which made Xu Xiaozhong secretly feel alert.

"Fighting happens every year," Liu Jingting picked up the porcelain cup in front of him and took a sip of water, shook his head with a smile, and said, "And, from what they mean, they went to beat the teacher entirely to promote justice. It has little connection with the martial arts novel itself, right?"

"Three people become tigers, and everyone's words make money," Xu Xiaozhong said very cautiously. "The media seized this point and made a big fuss. Parents and teachers attacked them. Some radical parents even went to the street corner to burn your books, claiming that this was a cigarette sales campaign."

"Burn again..." Liu Jingting laughed and said, "It seems that Qin Shihuang's movement to burn books was really deeply rooted in people's hearts, but where do you start with the cigarette?"

"They said your book is smoke and opium." Xu Xiaozhong reasonably controlled his tone. When he said this, his state was nonsense and dissatisfaction.

"Since that's the case, why do you still come to me? Are you not worried about causing trouble?"

Xu Xiaozhong was once again surprised that the other party was not furious because of the news. Instead, he keenly captured the strangeness he came to find him today. Naturally, he would not panic. He had encountered such on-the-spot changes during negotiations too many times.

"We have a way to suppress this public opinion tide."

"Does Qianhong not have this public relations ability?"

Xu Xiaozhong smiled at the right time and said, "Do you know they published a magazine called "Zaobata" last month?"

Liu Jingting nodded and said, "Editor Han Shuo."

"Yes, that's the book, but you should know that Han Shuo's identity is very sensitive in some departments. Since he became famous, Lu Yichou's conscious operation, he has made him an opinion leader. After that, he used a pen as a knife to criticize current problems and made innovative voices from time to time to attract everyone's attention. Therefore, his current identity is very sensitive in some departments."

In Guilin, Liu Jingting had a period of contact with Han Shuo and found that Han Shuo himself and his writings were completely different. He was gentle and polite, and it was difficult to attract people to be annoying.

"I've read his previous articles. To be honest, I like it very much. Regardless of right or wrong, at least he is thinking independently."

"This is naturally a matter of opinion, but this is not the point I want to say. What I want to say is that because of his sensitivity to his identity, the "Zhengshu" edited by him has not applied for the issue so far. The previous one was published instead of a book, which to some extent is considered an illegal act."

Liu Jingting heard this term in that era. He knew that the relevant departments were very strict in magazine numbers, so he didn't find it strange when he heard that "Zhengshangcao" had not applied for the issue number. What he was strange about was that what did this have to do with him?

Liu Jingting did not ask this question, and looked at Xu Xiaozhong with confusion.

Xu Xiaozhong explained: "If they want to continue running the magazine, they must apply for the issue before the magazine is released. Unfortunately, at this critical moment, you happened again, so..." Xu Xiaozhong ended his explanation with a regretful expression.

Liu Jingting laughed slightly, "No one really thinks that this is my business, right?"

Xu Xiaozhong was still about to speak, Liu Jingting interrupted, "And, I really admire you."

"I admire me?" Xu Xiaozhong looked elegant and puzzled.

"This is a very obvious thing. Middle school students fight, and the media attributes the root problem to novels. Thinking about this method, only peers can do it. Looking at the current publishing industry, the situation is very clear. Yellow River Literature and Art are well-deserved bosses. Qianhong and Zhuoyu are both good at it. Dare to dig Qianhong in such a grand manner, isn't the answer still coming out? That's what you did."

Although he gradually increased his vigilance when he saw the little boy in front of him, he was still deeply shocked after listening to the other party's analysis.

Xu Xiaozhong's face changed slightly, he coughed twice, and said, "This is a false accusation without any evidence."

Liu Jingting spread his hands and said, "This is a reasonable inference."

Xu Xiaozhong calmed down and gently flicked the porcelain cup with his fingers, making a crisp "on-the-clock" sound, and the water in the cup ripples.

"Every industry has a so-called deep water area, and many people are afraid to avoid it. Why do you need to try it out with yourself? And now there is a powerful yacht in front of you. As long as you are willing, you can stand on the yacht and walk through this deep water area in a leisurely manner. Why not do it? Do you think so?" Xu Xiaozhong said this, which is equivalent to acquiesce to this matter.

Liu Jingting only felt it was very absurd and said, "So, are you completely sure to let Qianhong choose between the magazine number and me?"

Xu Xiaozhong did not answer, and he defaulted.

"You want to use this method to poach me or Han Shuo? Sorry, I wonder if I am too proud of myself."

"No, not at all. In fact, our Mr. Xue, even Cui She and Mo She all appreciate you very much. In fact, you can also make a measurement. When we come to our side, you will enjoy the most complete writer care project in the industry, you will have the most professional editorial team, and most importantly, every work you have will get the greatest benefits."

"When we came, Mr. Xue revealed to me that if you agree to join us, one day in the future, you can become the editor-in-chief of a magazine like him and Han Shuo."

The conditions released by Xu Xiaozhong have an unstoppable temptation for any writer, so after he said this, his face showed a very confident expression.

"If you talk to me alone and ask me for these conditions, I will definitely consider it very seriously, because after all, I am also a vulgar person. I can even wait for the expiration of the contract with Qianhong and then cooperate with you, but," Liu Jingting curled his lips, "But you have used this method that can be called dirty. I can't agree to your proposal no matter what. You can say that I am a fake noble person, and you can do whatever you want."

Xu Xiaozhong was shocked and reminded: "You may not have learned about the news in person, or you do not know our strength well enough. If you refuse to cooperate with us this time, the consequences will probably be very unacceptable."

Liu Jingting smiled brightly and stood up and said, "It's no need to worry about this. At most, I will post the text online for everyone to read for free."

Seeing that the other party was trying to see the guests off, Xu Xiaozhong couldn't continue to sit down. He stood up and looked at Liu Jingting, and said in disbelief: "It's important to you to discuss with your family."

Liu Jingting smiled without saying a word, showing off the guests clearly.

Xu Xiaozhong still wants to say a few words of coercion and temptation, but he looked at the boy's face with disapproval. He knew that it would be useless to say more. He didn't know whether it was ridiculous or helpless, so he chuckled and turned around and left.

...

"Those who can write books will not be fools. They will definitely have their own judgment. What is the best choice for them. They have a scale in their hearts." Xue Muliang held his cell phone in his left hand and coffee in his right hand, and walked leisurely in his office. He was talking to Mo Zhiyu.

"Well, I understand, Sister Mo, don't worry."

Xue Muliang hung up the phone, took a sip of coffee, walked out of the office, and asked the editors who were reviewing the manuscript: "Hao Zhong hasn't come back yet?"

An editor immediately replied: "Not yet."

Before the word "not yet" was finished, Xu Xiaozhong walked in from outside. Xue Muliang saw his expression and frowned slightly and asked, "Isn't it done?"

Xu Xiaozhong nodded worriedly, Xue Muliang's face darkened and he turned around and walked into the office.

...

Three hours after Liu Jingting and Xu Xiaozhong met, they went to the city to meet Lu Yichou again. This time they did not go to Tea City or Yuebake. They made an appointment to meet in a square in the center of the city. The two of them walked around the square and chatted while walking.

When Lu Yichou saw Liu Jingting, he immediately expressed his apology and said very firmly that he would handle this matter soon.

"The people from "Ding Novels" came over to talk to me," Liu Jingting said lightly: "You can probably guess what you are talking about, I won't say anything. I only care about one thing. Can you continue to write the story?"

"Why can't it?" Lu Yicong stopped suddenly, turned around and looked at Liu Jingting, and said in an extremely affirmative tone: "Nothing can stop you from completing this story."

"However..." Liu Jingting looked back at Lu Yichou calmly, waiting for his turn.
Chapter completed!