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

Chapter 476 The sudden emergence of "The Return of the Condor Heroes"!

Jinmen.

Editorial Department of Sprout.

Mr. Zhang Jiluan, editor of Ta Kung Pao, has been visiting us quite frequently recently.

On the one hand, it was because of Bao Guowei's instructions, and on the other hand, it was out of curiosity.

Zhang Jiluan has been working in the newspaper industry for many years and has never seen a newspaper become so popular in such a short period of time.

And "Bud" seems to have done that.

Zhang Jiluan stayed in the editorial department for many days, helping Li Shoumin handle affairs and understanding his logic in running a newspaper.

As time went by, he discovered that the other party was simply a genius. Not only did he write the novel "The Legend of Sword and Fairy", he also had a high talent in managing newspapers and periodicals.

But today, Zhang Jiluan overturned his cognition again, because he completely understood that the reason why the magazine "Mengya" became so popular was not because of anything else, but simply because of one person.

At this moment, all the editors as well as Zhang Jiluan and Li Shoumin gathered together in the editorial department.

They stood head to head, almost in a stacked manner, so that everyone could see the manuscript on the table.

In order to ensure that no one would miss the contents of the manuscript, Li Shoumin even read the manuscript aloud while doing so.

The voice was ups and downs, and he held his voice, giving off a feeling of a storyteller.

All I heard was Li Shoumin reciting.

"It was during the reign of Emperor Lizong of the Southern Song Dynasty, in the South Lake of Jiaxing. The Mid-Autumn Festival was approaching, the lotus leaves were gradually withering, and the lotus seeds were full. This burst of singing reached the ears of a Taoist nun by the lake. She had been standing quietly under a row of willow trees for a long time."

This semi-literary and semi-vernacular language, coupled with the descriptions that are full of ancient flavor, instantly brings people into that world.

The content of the first few chapters mainly lays the foundation for the background story and introduces the life experience of the protagonist Yang Guo.

Compared to "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", "The Return of the Condor Heroes" is set about ten years after the former.

At the end of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", Guo Jing married Huang Rong and later gave birth to a daughter, Guo Fu, on Peach Blossom Island.

At the beginning of this volume of The Return of the Condor Heroes, Guo Fu is already nine years old, and many characters from the prequels have entered middle age. Their martial arts, status in the martial arts world, and even their personalities have undergone certain changes.

The progressiveness and connectivity of this kind of story makes readers feel familiar and eager to know the changes in familiar characters in the new story.

At the same time, the stories of new characters have re-attracted readers' attention.

The protagonist of this film, Yang Guo, is the son of Yang Kang, the villain in the previous film. Such a strange background is completely different from the chivalrous character established in the previous film.

In the previous work, Guo Jing is honest and upright, with a simple and upright nature. He can be said to be the character with the most exemplary chivalrous spirit.

But the protagonist of this work, Yang Guo, is a character who is both good and evil. He has been molesting women and stealing things since he was a child.

Li Shoumin felt very strange and even a little uncomfortable, and felt that it did not meet his expectations for a sequel.

You must know that after the publication of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", the image of Guo Jing as a great hero who serves his country and the people has penetrated into the hearts of all readers.

Many people all over the country were inspired by Guo Jing's example and were determined to "serve the country and the people" with their own strength.

As a sequel, shouldn't there be another character like this?
But with the keen perception of a novelist, Li Shoumin quickly realized the difference.

Perhaps describing a Yang Guo is the best choice?
The character of Guo Jing has already vividly portrayed the traditional hero of a generation. If we write another Guo Jing, can we really guarantee that it will surpass the previous work?
I'm afraid readers will find it hard to buy into it, and may even find it a bit boring.

But it’s different when writing about Yang Guo. It creates endless expectations. How does such a character become a knight? As the son of the villain Yang Kang, what difficulties will he encounter?
The stories during this period inevitably arouse people's infinite curiosity.

Thinking of this, Li Shoumin let out a deep breath.

"Bingwen is indeed extraordinary. The changes in his new work are almost perfect. It will definitely trigger a craze about martial arts novels."

But after Li Shoumin's comment, others were somewhat unhappy.

Especially Zhang Jiluan, who was anxious to watch the rest of the plot, couldn't help but blame him.

"Shoumin, why are you so impetuous? You've only read two chapters of the novel and you're already judging it. Quick, turn to the next page where Ouyang Feng and Guo Jing fight. What exactly goes on? Why don't you turn that page and take a look!"

Even Zhang Jiluan was so obsessed with it, which is enough to show the charm of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

"That's it."

"Editor Li, please turn over quickly. We can't wait any longer."

"Mr. Bingwen's writing is so bad that it always makes people feel itchy at the critical moment."

Unable to bear the urging of the crowd, Li Shoumin shook his head helplessly. Reading novels was something that could easily make people obsessed.

Especially Bao Guowei's novels.

He could only follow the crowd's advice and start flipping through the pages rhythmically.

"Mengya" was originally a magazine founded and invested by Bao Guowei, so it was natural for it to publish new works of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

Li Shoumin received the manuscript almost at the same time as the Shanghai Times.

Naturally, none of the editors present dared to comment on the manuscript of The Return of the Condor Heroes or offer any suggestions for revisions.

So as to save the time of reviewing the manuscript, Li Shoumin simply let himself go and allowed the editors to read the novel with him.

Just read novels.

In the past, when reviewing manuscripts, they often paid attention to the structure of the story, the writing style, and whether it could attract readers to subscribe to newspapers.

As for Bao Guowei's manuscript, they simply treated it as a normal novel.

Enjoy the reading process.

But what I didn't expect was that I would read until noon.

"Goo~"

Someone's stomach growled, and it was very noticeable in the quiet editorial office.

Zhang Jiluan is old. He rubbed his eyes and couldn't help but sigh.

"Bingwen's novel is like a curse, it makes people unable to stop. I am starving, but I also want to read the sequel. It is really uncomfortable."

Other editors felt the same way.

However, Li Shoumin was thinking that he should arrange "The Return of the Condor Heroes" into the next serialization page as soon as possible.

He looked up and said tentatively.

"Gentlemen, how about we stop for a while, go home after get off work, have a light meal, and talk about it this afternoon?"

But as soon as these words were spoken, they were like a stone sinking into the sea, leaving no ripples at all.

All the editors remained silent, their eyes fixed on Li Shoumin's hands, as if they were afraid that he would close the manuscript immediately.

Finally, it was Zhang Jiluan who spoke. He coughed and spoke as if a little embarrassed.

"Brother Shoumin, please let everyone finish reading this chapter. If you don't read the subsequent developments, everyone here will not be able to eat lunch."

The story progresses to the third chapter, which tells the story of Yang Guo being bullied by Guo Fu and the three Wu brothers, and then using Toad Kung Fu to seriously injure one of them in desperation.

Apparently even Zhang Jiluan was eager to see how the subsequent story would develop.

Looking at the clock in the editor's office, it was already past twelve o'clock.

But since Zhang Jiluan had spoken, Li Shoumin naturally couldn't say anything and continued to read the subsequent content.

In the second half of the third chapter, Yang Guo was taken to Mount Zhongnan by Guo Jing. Along the way, he was harassed by various Taoists, who said that they were coveting some "Dragon Miss". When they arrived at the gate of the mountain, Mount Zhongnan even set up a large sword formation. But at this moment, Yang Guo suddenly disappeared again. Guo Jing had no choice but to break into Mount Zhongnan by force.

The third chapter is about 2 to 3 words, which is almost the number of words in a serialized novel published in normal newspapers.

The story so far can be said to be full of ups and downs, the plot is closely linked, and the characters are extremely full.

One can’t help but wonder what kind of story Bao Guowei will write next?
"Where on earth did this Yang Guo go? Can Guo Jing defeat the Quanzhen Taoist priest? How could this Quanzhen Taoist priest not distinguish between good and evil and actually use a sword formation to deal with Guo Jing? It's really abominable!"

Many editors, even completely immersed in the story, couldn't help but sigh when they saw that Li Shoumin hadn't turned the page. Upon hearing this, Li Shoumin became anxious. If he continued to read like this, he would not be able to stop until the evening.

With a "click", he closed the manuscript immediately.

It was as if it had lost focus in front of everyone, and many people sighed subconsciously.

"Hey~ What's the follow-up story like?"

There was an instant of wailing in the editing room.

Li Shoumin sighed and said helplessly: "Gentlemen, if we continue to look at it this way, I'm afraid there will be no end.

Don't worry, Mr. Bingwen has sent two issues of manuscripts. In order to let everyone learn, they will be shown to everyone in the next few days."

After Li Shoumin said this, the originally sad atmosphere in the editorial department eased a lot.

But at this moment, someone interrupted him.

"That." Zhang Jiluan said rather embarrassedly. "Shoumin, can I take a look at this manuscript in advance?"

Li Shoumin was stunned for a moment. He didn't expect that Zhang Jiluan was also so obsessed with this novel. He immediately smiled and said.

"It's natural."

Zhang Jiluan lived for more than fifty years, and the stories he read in the past were always more literary, satirical and critical.

As for popular novels, which are mainly story-telling works, it’s not that he has never read them, but he basically will not take the initiative to read them and will not be obsessed with them.

Even Bao Guowei's long-famous "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", Zhang Jiluan simply flipped through it just because of the other party's reputation.

It's not that he looks down on popular novels, it's just his personal preference.

But today, Zhang Jiluan broke his habit. Without having read the prequel "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", he was actually fascinated by the story of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

He couldn't help but sigh.

“It’s a pity that The Condor Heroes cannot be serialized in Ta Kung Pao. If it could be, it could bring a different and new atmosphere to Ta Kung Pao, right?

Now I understand how "Sprout" achieved monthly sales of over 20,000 in just a few months.

With a backer like Bao Bingwen, "Mengya" is really something to be envied!"

Li Shoumin smiled and said, "If you want to, talk to Mr. Bingwen, he will definitely agree.

Mr. Li’s efforts also contributed to the popularity of Mengya. Without his guidance, I would not be able to run this newspaper.”

"Don't be polite with me." Zhang Jiluan put his hands behind his back and looked very happy. "You deserve all this.

As for serializing it in Ta Kung Pao? I still have some shame. How could I take away the great fortune of Mengya?
All I want is for you to let me know in advance when you send me your manuscripts in the future!"

Li Shoumin clasped his hands and said, "Of course."

Zhang Jiluan's character was impeccable, and he was not worried that the other party would interfere because of their competitive relationship.

"I have been tricked by Bao Bingwen. Many of my good friends knew that I was familiar with Bingwen, so they asked me to help him urge the sequel of The Legend of the Condor Heroes. I was wondering what kind of novel could be so fascinating to people.
Today, I have learned my lesson! "

Zhang Jiluan stroked his beard and said with a strange look on his face.

While the two were talking, the editors had gradually dispersed, packed up their things and prepared to go back to fill their hungry stomachs.

But after reading only three chapters, most editors were clearly still unsatisfied, and many began discussions without restraint.

"This Li Mochou is really charming. Every time she kills someone, she leaves a bloody handprint on the person in advance. Such a vicious woman has a unique charm."

An editor nearby looked at the person who spoke with disgust.

"You actually like Li Mochou, a fierce tigress. Be careful that she cuts off your head and kicks it like a ball."

The man immediately became dissatisfied.

"Li Mochou is not good, who do you think is good?"

The editor immediately revealed a longing look.

"I feel that Huang Rong has a different kind of charm when she is older. She is delicate and exquisite, and has the flavor of a mature woman. It is simply irresistible."

As soon as these words were spoken, the editors around looked at the two with disgust and subconsciously moved away from them.

I am ashamed to be associated with these two "rapists".

Hearing the discussion becoming more and more outrageous, Li Shoumin couldn't help but interrupt them and speak.

"Okay, okay, let's all go back."

If they continued talking, the editors under him would make an appointment to go to a brothel.

The most important thing is that there are several women in the editorial department, which is really indecent.

Thinking of something, he coughed again, carefully put away the manuscript on the table and said.

"You all should prepare well. We will start typesetting this afternoon. In the next issue, we will start serializing "The Condor Heroes" in the center section!"

There is "Mengya" in the north and "Shibao" in the south.

Within a few days, these two newspapers became the focus of readers from all over the country.

The news came out of nowhere, but the long-awaited "The Return of the Condor Heroes" will be serialized in the mid-February update.

There is no airtight wall in the world.

In fact, once the manuscript reaches the editorial department, the news can no longer be concealed.

Some people even want to spend a lot of money to see Bao Guowei's new works in advance.

Unfortunately, Bao Guowei is no longer short of money now, and the two newspapers are still published on normal schedule.

This is extremely bad for the readers who have been waiting for the novel.

On the morning of the publication day, all the major newsagents in both Beijing and Nanjing were packed with readers who came to read the magazine.

Even some newspaper boys need face if they want to get relevant newspapers in advance.

This is enough to show how much expectations this work "The Return of the Condor Heroes" has brought.

It can be said that such a scene has never happened since the emergence of newspapers in the country.

However, the story content of "The Return of the Condor Heroes" will obviously not disappoint readers!

Shanghai Stock Exchange.

Public concession.

A newsstand on Xinzha Road.

A middle-aged man in a traditional mandarin jacket and robe walked towards this side with brisk steps.

He has an upright posture and his every move reveals his extraordinary spirit.

Obviously a martial artist.

The gentleman has an unshaven beard and looks like he seldom goes out.

But today I made a special trip to the newsstand. Even if my family has specially ordered it, I can't wait.

After walking a few steps, he paused when he saw the crowded crowd on the newspaper.

He knitted his thick eyebrows tightly and spoke in a strange tone.

"Bao Bingwen? What an amazing guy. How about I write another martial arts novel?"

(End of this chapter)