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Of course, Tang Shu couldn't refuse the request of spn. He took out a pen, signed his signature, and wrote some words of blessing by the way, and it was done quickly.To be honest, Tang Shu really didn't expect Stephen to invite him for this request.

"Hey, Stephen, do you know? Some time ago, those so-called orthodox writers severely criticized the two books I wrote..." After returning the signed novel to Stephen, Tang Shu said casually,

"I've read the newspapers. Those guys have always been so unreasonable. They are all old antiques that can't tell the age." Hearing this, Stephen said angrily,

In the literary world, no matter it is ancient or modern, it is always full of various controversies, who is orthodox, who is partial, who is garbage, who is drugs, and who is orthodox literature, who is vulgar literature, etc. wait.In his previous life, Tang Shu often heard arguments about this in China, but the newspapers some time ago let Tang Shu understand that the quality of American literati is just like this.

This is the so-called literati. Tang Shu is okay, one of his age is still young, and the other is that the books he wrote are purely business books. Those so-called orthodox writers just stand in the position of "orthodox writers" simply Give me some pointers.But what happened to Stephen was quite tragic! [

No doubt, the talented Stephen's novels are top-notch in terms of sales and evaluation, but the so-called writers in the United States just don't admit it, and believe that Stephen's novels are typical pulp novels, and orthodox literature does not accept him at all. Stephen was very annoyed.

With his current status, he is not short of money at all, but what he hopes to get is recognition in line with his worth, but those orthodox writers always ignore him, and even think his novels are rubbish, which is quite interesting thing.

Seeing Americans dog-eat-dog, actually makes Tang Shu very happy, but at this time, in order to achieve his goal, he has to do what he likes.

"Stephen, you are the best writer in the United States today. I am not the only one. I think all your readers agree. Some people think that you can only write horror novels, but when you wrote "The Shawshank Redemption", they thought Knowing that they are all wrong, I think those so-called orthodox writers should also know that they are wrong. "The Shawshank Redemption" will definitely be a classic novel engraved in American history, whether it is ideological or symbolic Unique!"

Tang Shu changed the topic to his goal, looked at Stephen sincerely and complimented,

"Just this "Shawshank Redemption", the National Book Foundation of the United States should invite you to give a speech!"

Stephen's face flushed slightly, and he looked at Tang Shu as if he saw a confidant.

"There is a saying, although it seems meaningless to me, but I still want to say that in my mind, there may be classifications of novels, but there are only two kinds, that is good novels and bad novels, there is no such thing as serious literature and Popular literature." Tang Shu immediately concluded.

Seeing Stephen nodding repeatedly, Tang Shu was very complacent about his ability to talk. In this case, it should be easier to talk about the right to adapt the film later, right? !

"As a novel, "The Shawshank Redemption" has done well enough, but this is not its limit. It can be used in other ways to make its reputation even higher, just like using movies to promote..." Tang The book looked like it was for Stephen's sake,

Looking at Stephen's playful eyes, Tang Shu smiled, obviously Stephen saw Tang Shu's purpose, but Tang Shu was not surprised at all, it was all in his imagination,

"To tell you the truth, Stephen, although I like this novel very much and admire you very much, but the main reason I want the filming rights of this novel is for myself, not for making money. To make money, I have a lot of commercial films to make. But "The Shawshank Redemption" can let me get the Oscar statuette, this is my goal!"

Tang Shu seems to have expressed his private thoughts sincerely, but such a frankness is hard to make people feel bad, not to mention that Tang Shu's words reveal great confidence in "The Shawshank Redemption", which will naturally make people The author Stephen's heart is better than that.

"Tang, I've seen your filming of 'Chain Saw', whether it's the script or your shooting ability, it's all very good. Although I've said it before, I still want to say one more thing, you are really a genius, you It moved me. I never sold the film adaptation rights of "The Shawshank Redemption" because I didn't want people to discredit this work. To be honest, I don't want to disappoint you, but I still want to hear you first The plan to adapt this novel..."

Stephen also seemed very sincere at this time.Tang Shu naturally couldn't refuse his request, but he had already prepared for this, and handed over a dozen manuscripts to Stephen.

"The biggest shortcoming of me is that I have too much self-confidence. You see, I have already changed the script before I talked with you!" Tang Shu shrugged and said, not talking nonsense, and directly talked about his own feelings about this Some points of view adapted from this novel,

"After adapting the movie, the theme of this movie is freedom! Moreover, I don't intend to limit this movie to the theme of prison..."

Tang Shu eloquently said a lot, and the effect was very obvious. Stephen's expression became more and more serious. After Tang Shu finished speaking, Stephen was silent for a while, and finally stood up, walked to Tang Shu's side, and fixedly stared at Tang Shu.

"I have to say, standing with you, I feel old. Well, I mean, you convinced me! And I believe that according to your thinking, this movie will be very successful, and you It will also create an Oscar record!" [

Tang Shu smiled reservedly, shook hands with Stephen, and the matter was considered finalized. Neither of them discussed the issue of copyright fees, because it was an issue that did not need to be discussed, and naturally it was the maximum salary.

Seeing the two shaking hands, George admired in his heart, Tang Shu's ability to talk and get close really made George have the urge to worship him. George also communicated with Stephen several times in person, but every time Stephen never let go, and Tang Shu It's easy to get the book done just once, that's the gap!

Having achieved the purpose of this visit, both Tang Shu and George relaxed. The three of them sat together and chatted casually. The atmosphere was very good. Luckily for Tang Shu, Stephen did not have the habit of the so-called senior pointing out the younger generation. Otherwise, Tang Shu, a plagiarized novelist, would definitely make a fool of himself.

Probably Tang Shu's performance was too good, especially his remarks were too much for Stephen's appetite, which made Stephen very enthusiastic about Tang Shu, and even specially left Tang Shu and George for dinner.

When the night fell, Tang Shu and George said goodbye and left. On the way, George snickered a few times from time to time. Tang Shu kept a straight face and did not look at George. He turned his head to look at the scenery outside. He knew what George was thinking. , Stephen's youngest daughter Susan came back. This loyal fan of Tang Shu was very excited to see Tang Shu appearing in her home, and kept pestering Tang Shu.

If it is a beautiful girl, Tang Shu will definitely enjoy it very much. Unfortunately, Susan's name is very nice, but it is a bit difficult to grow up. For this fan, Tang Shu can't show emotions such as disgust, which makes Tang Shu very hard. , Just out of the sight of Stephen and others, he wiped off his cold sweat.

George snickered, naturally because on the way to Stephen's house, Tang Shu joked that Stephen invited him to introduce his beautiful daughter to him. It is as beautiful as Tang Shu envisioned!

Grandma, this guy George actually laughed at himself. After returning to Dinosaur Island, he must be asked to stand guard a few more times!Tang Shu muttered viciously in his heart...! ~!