Chapter 7 The End
It seems that what Zhang Qiren will do after he becomes popular just proves the "club young model"... that is, the target young model is more clear than others...
However, in fact, it is only a matter of speculation as to whether he is a drinking companion, and it is not easy to dwell on it. What if he guesses wrong?
The two of them didn't say anything more, drank the wine in the bottle, and went back to sleep.
It's already midnight... No matter how worried you are, you can't die suddenly.
Chu Ge slept deeply this time. When he woke up, it was already noon. When he got up to wash up, he found that the door of Zhang Qiren's room was wide open and he was already nervously sitting in front of the computer, refreshing the screen.
Chu Ge looked at the time. It was one o'clock at noon. It seemed that Zhang Qiren's new book would be on the shelves exactly one hour ago. After washing up in a few seconds, he went in and looked up: "How is it? How much is it for the first hour?"
Zhang Qiren's face lit up with excitement: "There are more than four hundred."
The first order is more than 400 in the first hour... and it is likely to be around 2,000 in the next 24 hours. It will not be difficult to get high-quality products in the future (3,000 for an average order).
A fine work, far from being "popular", but there is no problem in supporting oneself.
Now Chu Ge's performance is just above the top quality.
Chu Ge was also happy for Zhang Qiren, but also a little surprised. Zhang Qiren's previous collection was not very high, so he felt a little cool. Of course, it was not so low that he would jump at it at first sight, so he was nervous because of his expectations.
But the fact that a collection that is not very high can have such a first order number shows that the subscription ratio is quite high, which is not easy for online articles with pirated copies all over the world. It proves that Zhang Qiren's readers are very sticky.
Chu Ge’s initial consolation that “some people look at the minority but are more hardcore” seems to be becoming a fact.
To be honest, this was beyond Zhang Qiren's expectations. He was obviously very excited, and pulled Chu Ge with a red face: "Let's go, Brother Chu, I'll treat you to a meal!"
"No..." Chu Ge looked at his eyes speechlessly: "Your eyes are red. Are you awake all night? Until now?"
Zhang Qiren waved his hand domineeringly: "For those who work hard to cultivate immortality, what does it mean if they don't sleep for a few days?"
Just as Chu Ge was about to persuade him to rest, Zhang Qiren's QQ rang.
Zhang Qiren glanced at the beating profile picture, his expression became solemn, and he sat back and clicked: "Editor, what are your instructions?"
The other person sent this paragraph: "Your book has been reported, saying that it uses ancient times to satirize today's bad politics."
"???" Zhang Qiren said hurriedly: "That's unfair, sir. I just upgraded to a fantasy dungeon. How could I have such a bad government?"
"It's a problem with the design of the copy. Someone has taken it too seriously." The editor said, "We will conduct protective blocking. You can modify it during this period and release it after you have made the changes."
Zhang Qiren was anxious: "I blocked it as soon as it was released. Who will read it when it comes out?"
"There's nothing we can do about it." The editor dropped these four words and said nothing.
"I..." Zhang Qiren's fingers hung on the keyboard and he didn't type anymore for a long time.
Chu Ge watched helplessly as the red light on his face dimmed. The feeling of haggardness caused by not sleeping all day and night instantly climbed onto his cheeks, making him look old.
"Why is this..." Zhang Qiren murmured to himself: "You know I didn't..."
Chu Ge pursed his lips, not daring to tell the truth.
The truth is that your grades are not at a level that can be guaranteed. It's just a revision, and it's not worth the trouble.
However, this was just "just" to others, but to Zhang Qiren, all expectations came to an abrupt end.
Chu Ge suddenly remembered that Qiu Wuji was just weaving stories for him, but it was life for her.
"What are those reporting people for..." Zhang Qiren murmured to himself: "How have I offended them..."
"Looking at your momentum... Shame is much better." Chu Ge finally sighed: "Your readers are very sticky. Take the time to change it. There should be hope for you. Don't be discouraged..."
Zhang Qiren sat there stupidly, looking at the screen, his eyes blankly in a daze.
After a long time, he whispered: "That's self-deception, Brother Chu. This is just a new book. It doesn't have the inertia of updating it for a year or two to make people remember it. In a few days, everyone will be almost gone... …Besides, how long will it take for me to change it...Besides...Besides, I don’t know how to change it.”
Chugo was silent.
He was afraid of not updating for a day in a row, not to mention that he didn't know how long the revision would be before it would be considered acceptable. He really didn't know how long he would have to stop updating, and how much popularity he could retain was just a fantasy. Even he couldn't convince himself.
"I really like writing books... I have always felt that it is a great thing to show the world in my heart to others. I have been arguing with my family for so long..." Zhang Qiren whispered: "I used to pounce, but I know I I don’t know how to cook, so I study hard. I read books and watch various teaching videos every day, and the notes I take can almost become a book..."
He paused, sniffed, and then said: "I bought two books, and the subscriptions were only a few dozen, but I didn't update them all day, and I finished them completely while delivering takeaways. It was both a practice and a way to practice writing. Accumulate character. After moving here, I wrote ten hours a day and stayed up until midnight every day. My lumbar and cervical vertebrae were all sick at a young age. Am I good enough and working hard enough, Brother Chu?"
Chu Ge whispered: "Well, you work harder than me."
"We have all heard since childhood that hard work always pays off, right, Brother Chu..." Zhang Qiren choked up: "Besides, the direction of my efforts is not wrong. Facts have proved that this is good... But... why... Is it like this?"
Chu Ge could only comfort: "Since this book is good, it can be seen that I have found the password. If I persist, I will open another book and it will always be successful."
Zhang Qiren shook his head slightly: "I have an agreement with my family. If this book doesn't work, I will go back. I have been willful for so many years, and it's almost done. They are also doing it for my own good... Besides, the results in this book are not good at all, there is luck. If you really want to open another book, there may not be any results. One book after another, when will it end?"
He took a long breath and suddenly showed a bright smile: "After so many years of dreaming, it's time to wake up and live a normal life."
Chu Ge knew that this guy was completely disheartened, which was called disheartened.
He hesitated to speak, but in the end he said nothing more. He watched Zhang Qiren open the backstage, and before the book was blocked, he directly posted a single chapter: "Cut it, I'm sorry everyone."
"Cutting books is a eunuch, and eunuchs are emasculating." Zhang Qiren suddenly laughed to himself: "My pen name uses my power to bully others, and if I am castrated, is it Zhang Qiren?"
Chugo couldn't laugh at all.
Zhang Qiren moved away that afternoon without even eating. Chu Ge originally planned to revise the outline today, but he didn't revise a word of it. He helped Zhang Qiren move things up and down. He worked hard all afternoon, and it was already dark.
Zhang Qiren sighed before leaving: "After years of hard work, it is not without gains. The biggest gain is that I have made a friend like Brother Chu, who is very loyal. If I haven't said anything yet, if you need help in the future, just ask."
Chu Ge patted him on the shoulder and didn't say much. Although we haven't talked about what we do at home, Zhang Qiren used to deliver food, but the conditions seemed not very good. Chu Ge didn't think he could do anything to help him. In short, this was not what he wanted to make friends with: "Work hard, and you will be good." Drinking for free. The same nonsense in the group, and being in the same city is not a big deal."
"Okay, I wish Brother Chu this book will be a hit!" Zhang Qiren hesitated for a moment, then whispered: "The girl across the street, if we can communicate, please give me a few words of advice. After all, accompanying me while drinking... Oh, forget it, who am I qualified to say this? .”
Then he left with the suitcase.
Perhaps Zhang Qiren wanted to wait for the situation to become popular and talk to the girl, but unfortunately everything did not get off the ground and ended in vain.
Returning to the rental house alone, Chugo stood by the window and let out a long sigh.
I have seen so many writers retire sadly over the years, and I thought it was common, but when this happens to my friends in real life, it is still extremely heart-breaking.
This is especially uncomfortable when the reason for his exit is not Zhang Qiren's own fault, but the malicious intentions of villains omnipresent in this world.
There is at least one thing right about saying that this industry is homeless, it is too unstable.
A simple far-fetched report from others that is close to literal inquisition can destroy a person's years of hard work and dreams.
I don’t know if I will be the next one to leave... As a writer of harem novels, I have never had to deal with fewer reports than anyone else. This is truly the same feeling as the rabbit dies and the fox is sad.
Looking around, the two bedrooms and one living room that were originally too small now seem so empty and deserted. When Zhang Qiren was around, I felt that there was little communication with everyone, as if they were the same with or without him. But as soon as Zhang Qiren left, I immediately felt that the boundless loneliness began to spread.
There will really be no one left to talk to in the future.
I don’t know if I have found a roommate... But this thing is about fate. Not every roommate can be as compatible as Zhang Qiren. If you are unlucky, you will be troubled.
Just as I was thinking this, my neck felt slightly cold, and a long sword was placed across the side of my neck. Qiu Wuji's voice came faintly: "Are you asking for death when you wrote that sentence?"
Chu Ge didn't look back. He stood quietly for a moment, exhaled, and suddenly smiled: "Thank you...it's so nice to come."
Qiu Wuji: "?"
Thanks to Yu Lingqiu for the 2000 reward, and for the 500 reward from Benbi Cat Trumpet and Qianqian Ziluo~