Back to 80: My literary life.

Chapter 669: Encounter with Jiang Wen
Fang Minghua wanted to say something and called out "Lili".

"Hmm?" The girl turned and looked at him.

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

"Okay, brother-in-law, I'm fine." The girl smiled:
"Let's go back to the hotel. This is what I have planned for tomorrow. In the morning, we will go to St. Peter's Basilica, 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 take the last bus to Benevento, where I have already booked a hotel. What do you think of this arrangement?"

"It's all up to you."

The next day, they woke up early, ate some spaghetti, and then started playing.

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 most sacred place in Catholicism. The 138-meter-high dome of the church is a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance architectural art and can be called the place closest to heaven.

Facing the statue of Jesus hanging on the wall, Li Li crossed her fingers in front of her chest and muttered something to herself.

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

"I don't. When I go back to China, I go to temples and Taoist temples and pray in front of the statues of gods." The girl explained: "I pray that my relatives, the people who love me and the people I love are happy!"

What a kind girl.

Fang Minghua wanted to ask who the person you love is, but felt that this was a bit abrupt, so she didn't say it.

After visiting St. Peter's Basilica, they took Metro Line B to Colosseo Station. The ancient Roman Colosseum was right outside the metro station. To the southwest of the Colosseum, you can see the most famous triumphal arch left over from the Roman period. The two also took a photo in front of the arch. The last stop was the Roman Forum.

Fang Minghua went to the bathroom first. When she came out, she found Li Li taking pictures of several people with a camera. She looked like an Oriental.

When Fang Minghua came closer and took a look, a smile appeared on his face.

Coincidentally, he had met one of them not long ago. He was tall and strong.

Jiang Wen.

Although he had never seen the other young men before, he recognized them immediately by their faces.

Xia Yu, Geng Le, Ning Jing, Tao Hong!
It turns out that the creative team of "Sunny Days" came to Italy to participate in the upcoming Venice International Film Festival!
When you come to Italy, your first stop is always Rome, so of course you have to go shopping.

"Jiang Wen!"

Fang Minghua cried out.

Jiang Wen turned her head and saw that it was Fang Minghua. She was surprised and delighted at once.

"Chairman Fang, you are in Italy too? Are you alone?"

"No, there's also her." Fang Minghua pointed at Li Li who was holding a camera.

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

Li Li's face suddenly turned red.

"I'm not his wife."

"Huh? This?"

"She is my wife's cousin." Fang Minghua explained generously: "My novel Skywalker was nominated for the Strega Prize, and it was translated by her."

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

"Your novel has been nominated? Congratulations, Chairman Fang, it will definitely win the award!" Jiang Wen said hurriedly.

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

"Chairman Fang, you are joking. That was just a nomination."

"You have to win one of the two nominations, right? Don't worry, you won't return empty-handed!" "Then I'll rely on your good wishes."

After the two chatted for a few sentences, Jiang Wen introduced Xia Yu and a few others to Fang Minghua.

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

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

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

Fang Minghua said a few words to everyone with a smile, naturally encouraging them to work harder and produce better works.

He also took a special look at Xia Yu.

He looked really like Zhang Yishan when he was young.

It’s a pity that Zhang Yishan doesn’t have that kind of talent.

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

"Well, I plan to go to Venice after the literature award ceremony. I can't miss this annual film festival."

"That's great. Let's contact each other in Venice. I heard that Hong Kong and Taiwan each have a film shortlisted. We can meet a lot of Chinese people this time." Jiang Wen was a little excited.

At this Venice Film Festival, Chinese films shined. The film "Long Live Love" directed by the famous Taiwanese director Tsai Ming-liang finally won the Golden Lion Award and the FIPRESCI Award.

"Ashes of Time" directed by Hong Kong's Wong Kar-wai won the Best Cinematography Award. It was a great feat that outstanding directors from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and Hong Kong gathered in Venice.

"Okay, when we get to Venice and you win the award, I will treat you, including people from Hong Kong and Taiwan, and we Chinese will celebrate well!" Fang Minghua said generously.

"Chairman Fang, I've been waiting for you to say that." Jiang Wen said with a smile.

"Do not worry."

They chatted for a while, then Jiang Wen and the others said goodbye and left. Fang Minghua and Li Li also prepared 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 they walked.

"Yes, it's Wang Qiming who played in 'A Native of Beijing in New York'," Fang Minghua explained.

"The film was mainly shot in New York at the time, and I had never met the crew. I didn't expect him to become the director, and the film was even shortlisted for the Venice Film Festival!" Li Li found it a little unbelievable.

"He is also an excellent director, and his level is comparable to Zhang Yimou." Fang Minghua said with a smile.

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

"Of course, Lili, I'll leave this to you. Find the best hotel in Venice! I'm rich, brother-in-law!"

"Not only are you not short of money, just looking at those American stocks you hold, you've already become a billionaire! Brother-in-law, not only are you a good writer, but you can also make money through investments. Even Mark Twain would admit he's better than you in this regard!" Li Li's face was filled with admiration.

Fang Minghua felt a little proud.

"So, don't treat yourself badly 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, that won't work. You might need this money in the future. I can't just spend it carelessly. Besides, I'm alone. My salary and the income from translation are enough for me."

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The two of them strolled around the ancient Roman market, and then Li Li insisted on taking Fang Minghua to a Chinese restaurant she had inquired about for a meal, where 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 boarded a train to Nevers.

(End of this chapter)