Rebirth of the Great Era 1993

On the stage, George Martin shook hands with him again, then stood aside and gave up the podium to Zhang Xuan.

According to the prior communication between the organizer and Tao Ge, 15 minutes of speaking time were arranged for him this time.

To be honest, this speech is a bit long. But it's hard to refuse such kindness, and this is also a high recognition of Zhang Xuan himself.

15 minutes is a bit long.

However, it would greatly promote the further consolidation of his status in the literary world and increase the sales of his books in the future, so Zhang Xuan gladly accepted the organizer's arrangement.

Zhang Xuan took out the speech he had prepared from his pocket, coughed lightly, and faced the crowd in the audience, and began to deliver his acceptance speech:

“Ladies and gentlemen, good evening!

Winning a Hugo Award is a great honor for me.

As a science fiction fan, I have read many Hugo Award-winning works, many of which have been translated and published in China, and some I had to read the original works.

This helped me hone my English, which was not so good at first, to a master level. Later, a publishing house as big as Penguin Press asked me to work on the translation of "Clockwork Girl".

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Zhang Xuan said: "The first science fiction novel I came into contact with was Mr. Asimov's "Galactic Empire Trilogy".

I remember that late at night after reading the last chapter of "Galaxy Empire", I couldn't help but walk out of the house and look up at the stars in the sky.

From that night on, the starry sky in my eyes became completely different from the past.

For the first time in my life, I felt a sense of awe at the majesty and mystery of the universe. It was a divine feeling.

Then I read "Robot Series", which amazed me again. It turns out that imagination can build such a vivid and wonderful world.

These are the touches that Mr. Alamov brought to me. It was this kind of emotion that made me become a science fiction writer, so I was able to come here to receive this award. "

In his acceptance speech, Zhang Xuan mentioned his luck as a science fiction writer:

“As I grow older, I gradually realize that our generation is probably the luckiest people in human history.

Because no generation before has seen the world around us change so quickly, and that change is accelerating.

This provides fertile ground for the development of science fiction. Science fiction is receiving unprecedented attention in China. I feel like I'm a lucky guy. "

He also mentioned that when the real world around us becomes faster and faster, and many science fiction things have become or are becoming reality, they lose their charm and become part of our boring life.

"So I can only push my imagination to a more distant time and space. As a science fiction writer, I find that my current sense of responsibility and mission is to write about the world before it becomes ordinary.

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The universe will remain a vast existence whose boundaries cannot be reached by our imagination. Our newest star remains just out of reach. The vast starry sky can still hold our endless imagination.

I believe that the boundless space is still the best place and destination for human imagination. I have been describing the grandeur and magic of the universe, interstellar adventures, and life and civilization in distant worlds.

In one sentence that might sum up the universe: He never grew up, but he never stopped growing. "

15 minutes was a long time, so long that Zhang Xuan's mouth was dry.

The 15 minutes was very short, so short that the entire award ceremony was silent, with everyone watching him quietly and listening to his speech.

At the end, Zhang Xuan completed his acceptance speech with thanks:

"Finally, I would like to thank the global readers of "Clockwork Girl" for sharing my fantasy world; thank you to the World Science Fiction Association, I love the Hugo Award.

Thanks to Penguin Press and Ms. Tao Ge, your efforts and promotion have made "Clockwork Girl" witness the miracle. "

"Bah bang bang!."

As Zhang Xuan finished speaking and bowed to express his thanks, the audience was once again greeted with waves of applause.

After the award ceremony, there was a routine photo session.

Elizabeth Leggegh, winner of the Best Amateur Painter Award, approached Zhang Xuan: "San Yue, do you have an appointment tonight?"

Is it so direct?

Hi! This is another woman in heat who is intoxicated by herself!

Facing the other party's expectant eyes, Zhang Xuan pointed to Tao Ge's location, "Sorry, I brought my female companion here."

Hearing this, Elizabeth Leggeg looked over with her fingers and walked away disappointed when she saw Tao Ge and Du Shuangling.

When leaving the Spokane Convention Center, Tao Ge asked: "Did the female author just want to date you?"

Seeing Shuang Lingyan looking at him with a smile, Zhang Xuan refused to admit it: "No, she just said hello to me."

"Tch! Who believes it?" Tao Gexing didn't believe it.

Back at the hotel, everyone washed up and then followed Li Wendong to the Oval Room restaurant.

As soon as he entered, Li Wendong introduced: "The Oval Room can be regarded as a recognized dining hall for political celebrities in the United States. Various political figures can often be seen here, including the current president.

The seafood in this restaurant is fresh enough and paired with carefully selected vegetables, which is perfect for my taste.

Come on, today you guys, be casual, be a little bold, just frown and I'll lose. "

After speaking, Li Wendong placed the menu in front of Zhang Xuan and Du Shuangling.

Zhang Xuan and Du Shuangling browsed the menu carefully, and finally they ordered Alaskan king crab and steak.

Tao Ge was lazy and asked for the same one.

Seeing this, Li Wendong was speechless, and finally followed the crowd and ordered king crab and steak.

The food arrived. To be honest, Zhang Xuan felt that the Alaskan king crab was just like that and did not taste high-end.

But the Steak Sophie was pretty good. The meat was juicy and tender. It was the best steak he had ever eaten in his life, better than the steak at GOODMAN restaurant in London.

Zhang Xuan finished the last piece and said with some lingering thoughts: "With its great reputation, it is indeed a place that the president loves to come to. This steak alone is worth it."

Speaking of the president, a group of people in suits and ties suddenly poured into the restaurant, and they looked like bodyguards.

Facing the unexpected bodyguard, everyone in the restaurant turned their attention.

Wow, is this the legendary saying that Cao Cao will arrive?

I actually saw this person at the end of the meal.

oh! It turns out to be this one!

The diners and clerks in the restaurant seemed not to be surprised. After taking a glance, they started eating their own food and doing their own things.

However, Zhang Xuan took a few more glances curiously.

It was because of these few glances that the big boss noticed.

Then

Then, amidst everyone's surprise, the number one man in the United States walked towards Zhang Xuan with a smile.

The weird behavior of this big guy startled the entourage, and they were extremely nervous. They stared at Zhang Xuan and the people around him for a moment.

"Hello, SanYue, welcome to Washington, and congratulations on winning the award." The boss was the first to extend his hand.

This scene stunned everyone in the restaurant! They all took out their cameras to record.

"Hello, thank you for your blessing." Zhang Xuan stood up politely, stretched out his hands and held them together.

I had seen this person on TV and in newspapers before, but after seeing him today, Zhang Xuan felt peaceful and not too disturbed.

""A Song of Ice and Fire" is a legendary book. It's great and great. I'm proud of you." The boss seemed to be a fan of Zhang Xuan's book. In front of everyone, he said a series of praises. word.

"Thank you. I'm very happy that you like my book." Zhang Xuan expressed his thanks again.

The boss asked eagerly: "Is the third part of "A Song of Ice and Fire" being written? After it is written, can you mail me a copy?"

Zhang Xuan said: "I am currently writing it, and I will definitely send it when I finish it."

On this topic, the two chatted cordially for about five minutes, and finally shook hands and took a group photo in front of the camera.

After the big boss left, Li Wendong, who had been silent, said, "The photo of you and him will be on the headlines of major newspapers around the world tomorrow morning."

Tao Ge agreed: "The books under your name will also usher in a wave of sales."

Zhang Xuanyi was so satisfied that he stretched himself and said to Du Shuangling: "That's a good relationship. It seems I'm going to make a lot of money again. Let's go, I'll take you to spend some money."

"where are we going?"

"Go shopping and buy some."

"Hmm~"

Witnessing her man's brilliance at the Hugo Award Ceremony, and witnessing the magical scene just now, Du Shuangling's heart melted at this moment.

This shopping trip is really about shopping...

I bought 5 sets of clothes and a diamond necklace for Du Shuangling, gave Tao Ge two sets of clothes and a diamond bracelet, plus bought them for Li Wendong and himself. After all, it cost a huge US$230,000.

Back at the hotel, Du Shuangling quietly clicked her tongue: "Dear, this cost more than one million!"

Seeing that she felt distressed, Zhang Xuan couldn't help but kiss her and said with a smile: "What the hell are you doing? Naturally, the things I give you must be the best.

Otherwise, why would I earn so much money?

What's the point of having money without you? "

Things were secondary, but these words made Du Shuangling's heart burst instantly. She opened her arms to hug him tightly and said emotionally: "I'll give it to you tonight."

Zhang Xuan put his right hand into her clothes: "I thought now."

Du Shuangling quickly pressed his hand and said coquettishly: "No, it's not good in broad daylight."

This coquettish and charming look directly stunned the old man. No matter, I was stimulated by Tao Ge last night, and now I couldn't bear it anymore, so I hugged her into the bedroom.

"No"

As the door banged, no one knew what was behind the word "no"?

After a while, life came from the empty bedroom.

Two hours later, Zhang Xuan appeared in front of Tao Ge refreshed.

Tao Ge's eyes wandered around his body: "Tsk tsk! The clothes I just changed, the young man is really energetic. Did the two actors fall asleep again?"

Zhang Xuan turned a deaf ear to this and took out a piece of paper with his name written on it and handed it to her: "The one on the left is a clothes and clothing store, and the one on the right is jewelry. I have to trouble you to buy it for me."

Tao Ge took the paper and understood at a glance: "Is this for Mi Jian and Lilith?"

Zhang Xuan acquiesced.

Suddenly thinking of Oriole's words, Tao Ge asked tentatively: "Which ones are Seagate's?"

You have to know sooner or later anyway, Zhang Xuan didn't hide it, he stretched out his hand and tapped on the paper.

Tao Ge was surprised: "You bought so much for Mi Jian and Lilith, but only a bracelet for Seagate?"

Zhang Xuan said: "That's enough for now."

Tao Ge Mingwu asked: "Is Seagate still in the pursuit stage?"

Zhang Xuan replied: "Absolutely."

Tao Ge gave him a strange look, put the paper into his handbag without asking any more questions, and said:

"You've indulged too much, so you'd better go back and have a good rest. Sister, go buy it for your women now."

Hearing this, Zhang Xuan almost spit out blood, rolled his eyes and walked away.

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