Reborn Bao Guowei, I really didn’t want to be a great writer!

Chapter 305 Female Reporter Agnes

The situation on the front line is tight.

Chiang Kai-shek had no energy to deal with Bao Guowei, and he did not suppress the anti-Manchu and anti-Japanese protests that broke out in various places with force as he had in the past.

He intensified his contacts with Zhang Xueliang, trying to please him with benefits, and also contacted factions within the various Allied forces through various channels, trying to buy victory with money.

But even so, Chiang Kai-shek still took measures to suppress the recent rise in anti-Japanese sentiment among the people.

And he said, "The boycott of Japan is an unwise move that will damage national interests and diplomacy."

Some even said that the anti-Japanese activities taking place across the country were the result of ulterior motives of some people.

Many gatherings in various places in Jinling were secretly banned.

However, as the heat died down and the Central Plains War attracted more attention, this protest was much ado about nothing and ultimately came to nothing.

After finishing his discussion with Zhang Xueliang, Bao Guowei returned to the International Settlement and began intensive preparations.

Everyday he either went to the Golden Theater to discuss the improvement of the drama with Cao Yu, or went to the set to discuss the subsequent filming of the movie with Li Mingwei.

In fact, it’s not that Bao Guowei wants to leave Shanghai as soon as possible, but he is just tired of everything here.

The Shanghai market of this era was very prosperous and was the largest city in the Far East. It had all kinds of "advanced" products that could not be seen in other Chinese cities. It was also the closest to modern life in this era.

But no matter what, Bao Guowei couldn't integrate himself into it.

Because behind this prosperous scene, he often saw "Camel Xiangzi" collapsed on the street, and countless thin porters carrying goods several times their own weight at the docks. The continuously rising prices made them breathless.

The National Government and even the four major families in Nanjing used various financial means and exploitation to implement dictatorial and comprador practices in the name of "Three People's Principles".

These are also the foreign settlements.

During the day, I am busy outside, participating in some cultural salons, and then promoting the filming of dramas and movies.

At night, I would hide in my room and create.

Zhang Nianyue also often accompanied him at night. When the manuscript came out, she would be the first reader and provide some suggestions.

Of course, these opinions are often useless, because Bao Guowei may not necessarily listen, but having her by his side can help relieve a lot of his emotional annoyance.

Fortunately, Bao Guowei met a lot of people during this period.

One day in July, Bao Guowei, who had not been out for a long time, suddenly asked Cao Yanhai to prepare the car for a trip.

After learning the destination, Zhang Nianyue said with her hands on her hips.

"Bao Guowei, you are going to the French Concession again. If you are targeted by Madam Song's men again, it will be a disaster again."

Bao Guowei pressed down his gentleman's hat. He seemed unusually energetic after having finally gone out. He couldn't help but explain.

"You are worrying too much. The matter of Madam Song from Jinling has been resolved long ago. She just acted on her own. Han Qing also wrote to me later. Your husband is now in Shanghai and can still walk sideways!"

"No, no! You keep causing trouble and making people worried! I want to lock you up at home and never let you out."

Zhang Nianyue started to behave like a child. It was obvious that she was still frightened by what happened to Bao Guowei at the Golden Theater last time.

Feeling a little moved, Bao Guowei stepped forward and took Zhang Nianyue into his arms. He touched her head and smelled a hint of fragrance between her hair.

He consoled her and said, "It's okay. The last time was an accident. I have my own confidence. There is no scholar in Shanghai who is more cautious than me. Let's talk about it."

There was a hint of emotion on Bao Guowei's face.

"Kong Lingkan saved me once. I promised him that I would take him to Tokyo to race horses. I have to work harder to realize this idea."

"I can't argue with you. You are a young literary giant."

Zhang Nianyue punched Bao Guowei in the chest with her little fist. Fortunately, Bao Guowei had been exercising properly recently, otherwise he would have been out of breath.

Although he said this, a few tears flowed down his face which was leaning on Bao Guowei's shoulder.

"Who are you meeting? Can you take me with you?"

Hearing this, Bao Guowei's face became a little unnatural, and he spoke hesitantly.

"I'm afraid this is not very convenient?"

"Ok?"

Helpless, Bao Guowei had to confess honestly: "I am going to meet a foreign woman, and it might be awkward to bring you along."

"Who?" Zhang Nianyue widened her eyes, as if she was going to call someone to task.

You are so bad, Bao Guowei. This girl cared about you with good intentions, but not only did you not listen, you also wanted to find some prostitute, and a foreign prostitute at that.

This is outrageous! You, Bao Guowei, are very skilled, but I, Zhang Nianyue, also know a little bit of martial arts. If that doesn't work, I'll go to Gusu and ask the old man to punish you.

Bao Guowei smiled awkwardly and explained.

"Last time, Brother Yu Xun met a foreign female reporter. She wanted to interview me. I'm going to keep the appointment!"

"What does he look like?"

In the car, Cao Yanhai shook his head and said jokingly while driving.

"It is so sad to have a tiger in the house!"

"But you can't blame me, Master. It's because you are too popular and so many women are eyeing you."

"Who was that last time? Yes, yes, it was the Empress of the Qing Dynasty. She also said that she must meet you in this lifetime, but now she is in a cold war with the abdicated emperor."

"People often say that beauty is the root of trouble. I think Master is also the root of trouble."

"Hahahaha!"

Cao Yanhai laughed out loud, seeming to think that it was humorous to slander Bao Guowei.

"Ah~"

His smile stopped abruptly, and a pair of leather shoes appeared on Cao Yanhai's head.

Bao Guowei laughed out of anger. Ever since Cao Yanhai followed him, his words became more and more vicious. He was also very good at slandering people. He didn't know who he learned this from.

Without caring about the pain in his arm from being pinched by Zhang Nianyue, Bao Guowei said unhappily.

"Drive your car and stay out of your elders' business."

Cao Yanhai shrank his head and tried not to laugh.

Bao Guowei was thinking in the back seat.

Zhang Nianyue is a very strong girl, especially her legs are powerful. She just gave a beautiful high kick.

I squinted my eyes and felt a little hot in my lower abdomen.

This made Bao Guowei have more expectations for life after engagement.

French Concession.

The Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung newspaper.

This is a German newspaper which, as early as 1898, sent reporter Paul Goldmann to record many precious text and video materials at the trading ports in the late Qing Dynasty.

This newspaper was one of the oldest and most widely circulated newspapers in Germany at that time.

It also has a considerable influence in the Shanghai Stock Exchange.

American Agnes Smedley came to China as a special correspondent in 1928 and left a deep impression on this land.

Agnes took today very seriously. She put on a white dress that she had kept in her closet and poured two cups of hot coffee in the office.

Paper, pen, phonograph, typewriter, everything is available.

Agnes dared to guarantee that this would be more grand than her birthday, after all, she was fascinated by literature and Marxism.

He had long forgotten about all the pomp, beauty and clothes.

But this person today is completely different and deserves her seriousness.

After waiting for a long time, the anxious Agnes finally heard a knock on the door. She took a quick step forward, but almost fell because she forgot to lift up her skirt.

One hand was on the door handle, and the other hand was about to fall over, forming a very strange posture.

Fortunately, the door was open.

I saw a young man with a fair face, tall figure and extraordinary demeanor.

Agnes' eyes lit up and she spoke a little stiffly in her awkward Chinese.

"Is it Mr. Bao Guowei?"

Bao Guowei lifted the brim of his hat a little and saw a foreign woman with curly hair, a high nose bridge and deep eye sockets.

He smiled slightly, held out his hand and said.

"Hello, ma'am. I'm Bao Guowei. Mr. Zhou Shuren introduced me here. He heard that you wanted to interview me. He told me that you are a person with a sense of mission and lofty ideals. I hope we can have a pleasant conversation."

(End of this chapter)