Chapter 25
Wang Nan's Initial Arrogance Turns into Obsequiousness: Creating Chance Encounters
Zhou Yan, immersed in joy, was unaware that he had attracted Chen Yong's attention.
They even wanted to invite him to star in "Young Justice Bao"!
If he knew, he would definitely laugh three times and then agree without hesitation!
Zhou Yan returned to his seat with the certificate and trophy in his hands, drawing envious glances from everyone around him.
Zhou Yan smiled and gestured to everyone, appearing completely calm and collected!
Among the many kind gazes, he also saw Wang Nan's slightly obsequious look.
Zhou Yan simply ignored it.
Yesterday you ignored me, today you can't afford to be near me!
After the awards ceremony, Zhou Yan was immediately surrounded by people.
I definitely need to befriend such a young and talented writer!
"Brother, you're awesome! Keep in touch!" Wang Xiaoshuai was very excited; this trip was worthwhile!
"Definitely," Zhou Yan replied, equally pleased.
Wang Xiaoshuai was the first friend he made today; he's also a director.
If I remember correctly, he directed "Beijing Bicycle" and it even won an award abroad.
"Don't forget your little brother if you find a suitable role in the future!" Zhou Yan said jokingly.
This way, neither you nor others will feel awkward!
"Definitely, definitely!" Wang Xiaoshuai replied politely, trying to avoid any awkwardness between them.
"Nanhua, congratulations!" Chen Yong also came up to offer his congratulations.
"Thank you, Brother Yong. You can call me Zhou Yan, or Xiao Yan, it's fine either way," Zhou Yan said, extending his goodwill.
"Okay," Chen Yong said without refusing.
Zhou Yan is a promising prospect; it's worth befriending him.
Wang Nan saw the two talking and stood still, waiting.
After the two finished talking, he hurriedly stepped forward.
"Hello Nanhua, I am Wang Nan, the author of 'Flying Daggers'," Wang Nan introduced himself.
The book "The Flying Daggers" is actually quite good; it sold over 100,000 copies.
This also made Wang Nan arrogant!
Until he met Zhou Yan, Zhou Yan completely outclassed him in every aspect, both in terms of achievements and honors.
Moreover, Zhou Yan is younger than him and has greater potential.
"Sorry, I don't know him," Zhou Yan waved his hand, ignoring the other person's outstretched hand.
There was absolutely no intention of shaking hands with the other party!
Wang Nan's smile froze instantly, his right hand hovering in the air, looking extremely embarrassed.
"Zhou Yan," Song Yuanfei said as he walked over.
"Teacher Song," Zhou Yan walked past Wang Nan and headed towards Song Yuanfei.
The people around Wang Nan looked at him with mockery on their faces.
They didn't know what had happened between Zhou Yan and Wang Nan, but judging from the situation, something was clearly going on.
China has no shortage of people who enjoy watching the drama unfold.
So they all started to inquire!
They soon learned the inside story.
Before the ceremony began, Zhou Yan took the initiative to befriend Wang Nan, but was ignored by him.
Now that Zhou Yan has won an award and gained fame, Wang Nan is shamelessly trying to befriend him again.
As a result, they were completely ignored by the other party.
"Should!"
At this moment, countless people are probably feeling schadenfreude.
"What goes around comes around. Let him pretend all he wants." Those who knew Wang Nan were secretly delighted!
Looking at the mocking gazes around him, Wang Nan muttered to himself, feeling his cheeks burning.
"Hmph," Wang Nan snorted coldly, too ashamed to stay any longer, and turned to leave!
He didn't want to stay there any longer and humiliate himself.
……
"Congratulations on winning three awards!" Song Yuanfei congratulated.
"I also have to thank Teacher Song for his support," Zhou Yan said with a smile.
"Don't bother with pleasantries, it's all your own achievement," Song Yuanfei said. He hadn't done anything, nor had he pulled any strings.
Zhou Yan's ability to win the award is entirely due to the quality of her work.
"Teacher Song, I'd like to ask you about something!"
"What's wrong?"
"Where are Director Li An and the others staying now?" Zhou Yan asked.
"Do you need to see him about something?"
"Yes, something's come up," Zhou Yan nodded.
"Wait a minute, let me make a call and ask," Song Yuanfei made a call to inquire about where Li An and the others were staying!
"They are staying at the Peace Hotel, room number 621," Song Yuanfei told Zhou Yan after returning.
"Thank you, Teacher Song," Zhou Yan was overjoyed. He hadn't expected that she would even find out his room number. She was really amazing!
"Don't keep calling me Teacher Song. I'm probably older than your father. Call me Uncle Song instead," Song Yuanfei said, expressing his closeness.
"Okay, Uncle Song," Zhou Yan replied without any pretense.
……
Back at the hotel, Zhou Yan looked at the trophy and certificate in her hands, unable to hide her excitement.
Although the event was not large in scale, the leaders who attended were all high-ranking, which shows how much importance was attached to it.
Upon returning, Zhou Yan immediately packed his things, putting his computer, trophies, certificates, and clothes into his suitcase, and then went downstairs to check out.
He plans to stay at the Peace Hotel tonight!
On the way to the Peace Hotel, Zhou Yan had the driver stop briefly in front of a bookstore and bought two sets of "The World's Number One", "Water Moon Cave" and "The Legend of the Spirit Mirror" to give to Director Li An and Mr. Xu Ligong.
It wasn't that he couldn't afford other expensive things, but rather that he was worried about making things worse.
After all, they had only met once and didn't trust each other yet!
After completing the check-in information, Zhou Yan carried the gift bag to room 621.
But after knocking on the door for a long time, there was no response.
Zhou Yan guessed that the other party might not have returned yet, so he decisively changed his strategy and went downstairs to wait in the lobby.
As Zhou Yan sipped his tea and watched people come and go, he planned how he would spend 1999.
Writing is definitely essential; I'll strive to finish writing "The Legend of the Heavenly Sword Heroes" and "The Seven Heroes of Shenzhou" (Rainbow Cat and Blue Rabbit Seven Heroes) this year.
If there's still time, then create "Sword Rain Jianghu"!
Then comes my acting career; if I have the opportunity, I'll take on more roles.
Don't get hung up on the main characters and supporting roles. As long as the show is good, even just having some screen time is fine.
Finally, there's the matter of Fan Binbin terminating his contract.
He doesn't have 200,000 yuan right now, but he will when the royalties come in!
Just as Zhou Yan was planning for the future, Director Li An and Mr. Xu Ligong returned.
"Director Li, Director Xu," Zhou Yan stood up with some surprise.
What are you doing here?
Zhou Yan pretended it was a chance encounter.
The two of them were clearly taken aback when they saw Zhou Yan.
"Zhou Yan?"
"We live here, what are you doing here?" Li An asked curiously.
"I also live here," Zhou Yan said, proving that her acting skills are truly excellent.
Li An and Xu Ligong had no doubts whatsoever.
"What a coincidence."
"Which room are you in?"
"621, what about you?" After all, they had met once before, so it wasn't appropriate to leave immediately.
"I live in room 423," Zhou Yan said, giving his room number. "Would you like to sit down and have some tea?"
Zhou Yan took the initiative to invite him.
"No."
"We have other things to do, so we'll head back now!"
"Okay," Zhou Yan said without stopping them, watching them leave.
"The first step was a success, now it's time for the second!" Zhou Yan returned to his seat and continued drinking tea.
About an hour later, Zhou Yan arrived at room 621 carrying a handbag and knocked on the door again!