Reborn as a great painter, with a system, you can be willful

Chapter 115, Reaction to the Award, Celebration

Seeing Jiang Zhe's attitude towards winning the award, Wang Zhen no longer cared that he was in the exhibition hall and started to express his excitement.

"There are many people participating in the competition, but only a few are shortlisted. It's even harder to win. You are the only one from Binhai. Do you understand? This is not a question of first or second prize. Winning is already a rare achievement, don't you know?"

"Manager Wang, don't be so excited." Jiang Zhe saw that Wang Zhen was a little excited and motioned for her to calm down.

He didn't pretend to have this attitude on purpose. After all, the system could use information asymmetry to find a suitable path for itself, but even so, it was still subject to various limitations of strength and reality, resulting in differences between the results and expectations.

Wang Zhen also noticed that many people were looking at him. He knew that he had lost his composure a little. After apologizing to those who had been disturbed, he calmed down and said to Jiang Zhe, "Let's talk about the most practical issue. If this is implemented, the price of your paintings will be different."

As they were talking in the hall, more and more people were paying attention to their conversation.

Some members of the Art Society and other gallery staff knew something was wrong when they saw Wang Zhen's appearance. They thought that Wang Zhen had sold a certain work at a high price, so they used their connections to try to find out the information.

Those who were well-informed had quickly heard the news that Jiang Zhe had won the award, and they understood why Wang Zhen was so excited.

The news of Jiang Zhe's winning the award spread quickly, causing more discussion and instantly becoming the focus of attention.

"What? He won a prize? Impossible."

"Did you hear wrongly?"

“How did he win the award?”

"That's right. Other galleries have already confirmed it. There are three people in our country who won the award, but Binhai is the only one."

Several people who had laughed at Jiang Zhe's works for not selling were indignant when they heard the news.

But what can we do after complaining?
One of them blushed and managed to utter one sentence: "Blind, luck!"

"No, it's all fate." Some people also lamented why their lives are so miserable.

There were still people in the society who were dissatisfied with Jiang Zhe, but after hearing the news that he had won the award, they immediately changed their tune.

The painters who stayed in the exhibition hall looked at Jiang Zhe who was talking to Wang Zhen. Seeing Jiang Zhe's calm and relaxed look, they envied him but also felt sad.

The people in other galleries saw Wang Zhen laughing so hard that he was about to fly up, and secretly cursed this guy for stepping on rice fields as soon as he went out.

Some quick-witted people have come over to congratulate Jiang Zhe.

Those who were feeling jealous quickly adjusted their mindset and came over to congratulate Jiang Zhe.

"Jiang Zhe, congratulations. I heard about your award."

When someone takes the lead, others will quickly follow.

"You gave us a surprise."

"Yes, this is a great joyous event."

More and more people came over to congratulate Jiang Zhe. Some people who studied watercolor painting said to Jiang Zhe, "Watercolor painting is considered a minor painting genre by some people. You have done us honor."

"When is the treat?"

“We should celebrate.”

Everyone gathered around Jiang Zhe and Wang Zhen, talking at once.

This scene was seen by people who disliked Jiang Zhe. The jealousy that had originally subsided rose again, and some people simply left the exhibition hall.

President Cui of the Art Society and several vice presidents were originally discussing the arrangements after the closing ceremony. After hearing the news, they came to find Jiang Zhe together.

Chairman Cui shook hands with Jiang Zhe first and said, "I heard the good news about you. Congratulations. Previously, a painter from Binhai won the prize in this competition, and you are the second one."

Jiang Zhe said modestly: "It was really accidental. Maybe I was just lucky."

"This is not luck, this is strength. It is also a testament to the development of our culture."

Several vice presidents also expressed their congratulations.

It was not until the venue staff reminded them to pay attention to the time that everyone ended their conversation and prepared for the closing.

The ceremony was simple. The president gave a summary of the exhibition, and then everyone left the exhibition.

The sold paintings were delivered to the buyers; the unsold paintings were taken back home.

The exhibitors left the exhibition hall one after another.

President Cui called together several key members of the society and arranged for a summary report. At the end, he added, "In our summary, we must include Jiang Zhe's award." He looked at a director in charge of daily work. "Director Lian, you go and implement this matter. When writing the summary, you must consider the cultural direction."

Director Lian was a little embarrassed: "President, Jiang Zhe is not a member of the society yet."

President Cui glared and said, "Didn't I tell him a long time ago to let him join the society?"

"It will be held after the field trip, and we are going through the process now."

“Where do we get so many procedures?”

"I've said it before, this process is too complicated." Several other vice presidents expressed their opinions.

Chairman Cui looked at Director Lian and asked, "Can we do it now?"

When Director Lian saw the president's expression, he immediately said, "I'll contact them right away and make sure it's done."

"Everyone, go back to your work." After the meeting, President Cui made a call on his mobile phone: "Director, I have something to report to you..."

……

Exhibition hall.

Jiang Zhe watched his two paintings being loaded into the car. He said goodbye to the members who left one after another while waiting for Wang Zhen.

"...I'll wait for your news. Goodbye." Wang Zhen put down the phone with a smile, walked out of the exhibition hall, saw that everything was ready, and immediately asked the driver to set off.

She motioned for Jiang Zhe to get in her car.

They were about to get in the car when Director Lian came running over.

"Manager Wang, wait a moment."

Wang Zhen stopped and asked, "Director Lian, what's the matter?"

Director Lian whispered something to Wang Zhen, who then introduced Director Lian to Jiang Zhe.

"Jiang Zhe, let me introduce you to Lian, the director of the Art Society. He is responsible for many matters of the society."

Jiang Zhe greeted politely.

Lian Li congratulated Jiang Zhe in advance, and then said: "The president invited you to join the society during the field trip. The formalities have been completed and the membership card will be sent to you soon. The society wants to publicize your award."

Wang Zhen replied: "I will make the arrangements when the time comes, don't worry."

Director Lian was very happy: "Thank you both, you guys go ahead and get busy."

……

Jiang Zhe got into Wang Zhen's car and looked at the empty exhibition hall through the window.

This is my first time participating in an art exhibition, and it’s a good start.

"What are you thinking about? You must be happy now." Wang Zhen, who was sitting next to him, said, "You are still young and have a chance. I remind you that you should pay attention to the Art Society's affairs."

Jiang Zhe asked, "Why are they so anxious?"

Wang Zhen said: "To give myself extra points. You are the extra point. Helping them is also giving myself another way out. It won't have any impact on you."

Jiang Zhe nodded: "I understand."

The moment the vehicle drove out of the art museum's gate, Jiang Zhe heard the system prompt sound.

After completing random tasks, players can receive rewards.

Jiang Zhe was not in a hurry to open the system. There was already some good news today, so he let the second good news settle first.

He temporarily stored the two works in Wang Zhen's gallery and asked her to discuss it slowly. If the discussion failed, he would take them back.

Wang Zhen sent a car to take Jiang Zhe home.

Jiang Zhe brought the bought food, opened the door, and heard the sound of his mother cooking in the kitchen.

"Mom and Dad, I'm back. Are you still cooking in such a hot day? I bought some dinner."

"We two don't have much to do at home. We have air conditioning at home and a range hood in the kitchen, so it's not hot." Xu Li said as she put the dishes on the plate.

Jiang Zhe comforted Xiao Ka who was joining in the fun, then washed his hands and helped. "So rich?"

"Isn't the exhibition closing today? Let's celebrate for you." Jiang Yi asked, "How was the exhibition?"

Jiang Zhe brought the food and said, "There's nothing wrong with the exhibition, but I have good news."

"What good news? Someone wants to buy your paintings?"

Jiang Zhe said, "We are discussing the sale of paintings, but it has not been finalized yet. It is another matter. Do you remember that I painted three works and sent them out for the competition?"

Jiang Yi said, "Remember."

He reacted: "What? Winning a prize?"

Xu Li heard the sound and quickly turned off the range hood, "What good news."

Jiang Yi said, "Don't worry, just watch the fire."

"I've turned off the fire, Xiaozhe, tell me quickly."

"Look, one of my paintings of a night market won second prize in a painting competition in the country."

Jiang Yi and his wife were stunned for a moment: "What level of competition is this? Do we recognize it here?"

Jiang Zhe briefly introduced: "Some of the competitions have a history of more than ten years, and each time they attract painters from many countries to participate, especially young painters. I don't know whether we recognize it here, but the competition still has a certain influence."

"Is there a bonus?"

"Not much, just a few thousand yuan," Jiang Zhe replied.

Xu Li smiled: "Not a small amount."

Jiang Yi asked, "Will it help you in college?"

Jiang Zhe told the truth: "I don't know."

As soon as he finished speaking, a phone call came in.

Jiang Zhe saw the caller ID on his phone and it was an unfamiliar number.

He pressed the answer button and heard a female voice. "Are you Jiang Zhe?"

"it's me."

The caller introduced himself as a teacher from the Academic Affairs Office of the School of Fine Arts of Binhai Academy of Arts. "Student Jiang Zhe, we heard that you won an award and wanted to confirm it."

Jiang Zhe described the experience of winning the award.

The teacher first congratulated him, and then said: "The school has made it clear and will commend you after the new semester begins. At that time, you may be needed to cooperate in the publicity."

"No problem." In the next four years, he would study at the Art Academy, so naturally he had to establish good relations with the school.

Mr. and Mrs. Jiang Yi were very happy when they heard the call from the Art Academy.

Jiang Zhe put down his phone, and Jiang Yi said, "The school called you to find out about this matter. It seems that the award did have some effect. It's worth celebrating."

Xu Li said: "Today is a double happiness."

Because Jiang Zhe won the award, the family had a very happy dinner.

After dinner, Jiang Zhe did not go to the studio, but stayed at home to chat with his parents.

Mr. and Mrs. Jiang Yi laughed constantly.

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