Accompanied by Ji Zhenghuai, Jiang Yulou saw the so-called foreign guests in the reception room of Yanda.
But the first thing Jiang Yulou saw was the foreign student Saotian Ruizi.
"Saten Ruiko-kun, why are you here?"
Saten Ruiko's eyes lit up when she saw Jiang Yulou, "Jiang Jun, the person who wants to see you today is actually Editor Nohara from Kadokawa Shoten."
When she said this, Jiang Yulou also saw Nohara Hiroshi and translator Li Jianjun and asked, "What on earth is going on?"
Not to mention it was him, Ji Zhenghuai was also confused now and eager to know the reason.
After Li Jianjun translated in a low voice, Nohara Hiroshi stood up with a smile on his face and said: "Teacher Jiang, let me answer your questions."
Therefore, with Li Jianjun's translation, Jiang Yulou and others learned that Nohara Hiroshi had read the novel mailed by Saten Ruiko, and then convinced the editor-in-chief of Kadokawa Shoten to introduce his novel.
At this time, Jiang Yulou's expression was quite calm, but Ji Zhenghuai was no longer calm.
Good guy, all of a sudden my students' works are going to be released to the world quietly?
This is even more significant than the serialization of Jiang Yulou's "The Conspiracy" by Xiangjiang's "Ming Pao".
The introduction of Xiangjiang can be said to be the result of negotiations between the two parties, but what about the islanders coming to China this time?
It’s just that Jiang Yulou’s works are so charming!
For a moment, Ji Zhenghuai had mixed emotions. Since this student arrived, he has brought too many surprises.
After Jiang Yulou listened to Li Jianjun’s translation, he first thanked Saten Ruiko, “Saten, thank you for recommending my novel to Kadokawa Shoten.”
"Jiang Jun, your work is great. I think it should be seen by more island readers." Saten Ruiko said shyly.
Nohara Hiroshi felt anxious when he saw the two people talking non-stop, and quickly said:
"Teacher Jiang, your novel is very valuable for publication. Whether it is the subject matter or the story, it is the best one I have read in recent years. It is really hard for me to believe that such a Japanese-style novel was written by In the hands of a Chinese writer, you really brought me too many surprises."
"You are too complimentary, Mr. Nohara. Speaking of which, this was just an accidental inspiration. Even for me, it was quite unexpected when it came out. You must know that before this, it was my first time to write a youth romance novel. "
"Things in the world are so magical. You know, I don't understand Chinese. If Li Sang hadn't helped me briefly translate the novel "Love Letter", I would definitely have missed it."
"It seems that my novels are closely related to the island country." Jiang Yulou said with a smile.
"Yes, a wonderful fate." Nohara Hiroshi said very seriously: "As long as Teacher Jiang is willing to choose our publishing house, our Kadokawa Bookstore is willing to give you a satisfactory remuneration!"
Ji Zhenghuai kept looking at Nohara Hiroshi. He knew that Jiang Yulou's novels were good, but was it worth asking him to travel thousands of miles to China?
Isn’t it that he doesn’t know that this novel is currently selling well, but this is China. If it is published in an island country, won’t it be acclimatized?
Where does this Kadokawa Bookstore have the courage, or is it because it has too much money?
Ji Zhenghuai thought about it, but still couldn't figure it out.
Jiang Yulou remained calm and smiled, "Mr. Nohara, you are such an honest person. Since Mr. Nohara is so sincere, let's discuss publishing."
Without waiting for Nohara Hiroshi to be happy, he asked again: "But, when it comes to the introduction of works by authors from another country, can you make the decision?"
Sure enough, this question made Nohara Hiroshi calm down quickly. After careful consideration, he said:
"Of course, I have been authorized by the editor-in-chief and the company to handle the introduction of your work "Love Letter". What you are worried about is completely unnecessary. You can trust me completely. All the commitments of our Kadokawa Shoten will be implemented in the contract superior."
Jiang Yulou did not take his polite words seriously. Instead, he asked the question he was most concerned about, "So, what standard remuneration can your company offer?"
When it comes to royalties, the unique cunningness of the islanders is vividly displayed in him, "I asked about it and found that the royalties system currently implemented in your country is the basic royalties plus royalties for the number of printings. Our Kadokawa Shoten can pay you according to the royalties standards here. Remuneration."
Jiang Yulou's eyes twitched. This island countryman is so cruel. It's clear that island country writers get royalties, but when it comes to a foreigner like him, they use another method of play. Isn't this bullying?
He didn't even want to ask who leaked the standards for royalties in China, because it was meaningless.
"I disagree."
Several people were shocked, and they didn't expect Jiang Yulou to agree too much. Ji Zhenghuai was so anxious that he winked at him, hinting that he would agree.
As long as you agree, you will earn foreign exchange, regardless of whether it is US dollars or Japanese yen, both of which are urgently needed by the country.
"Teacher Jiang, are you dissatisfied with the low remuneration?" Nohara Hiroshi asked.
Jiang Yulou smiled slightly and said: "I heard that the island country pays royalties according to the royalty system. I hope your company can pay royalties according to this system."
Nohara Hiroshi frowned slightly. He originally thought that Jiang Yulou was just a country bumpkin who had never seen the world, but he didn't expect that he was not easy to fool.
Maybe it was Saten Ruiko who breathed his breath in advance? Nohara Hiroyuki glanced at Saten Ruiko secretly, but didn't find anything wrong with her.
Nohara Hiroshi said tactfully: "Since you want our Kadokawa Shoten to pay royalties according to the royalty system, then I will tell the truth. In our island country, newcomers do not get much royalties, so I think it is better for our Kadokawa Shoten to publish the work." A sum of money to buy out your copyright..."
Jiang Yulou shook his head and said: "I cannot accept a copyright buyout. Royalties are my bottom line. If the share is too low, I think there is no need to cooperate."
He is very confident, because it is not him who wants to achieve cooperation this time, but Nohara Hiroshi. Even if the cooperation fails, there is no loss for him.
What's more, this incident also reminded him of ways to discuss cooperation with foreign publishers. There are many publishers in the island country. In addition to Kadokawa Shoten, Shogakukan is also very famous.
He believed that a foreign novel that could impress even Kadokawa Shoten would be of interest to Shogakukan.
Nohara Hiroshi said: "Teacher Jiang, don't you think about it again?"
Jiang Yulou shook his head gently.
"In this case...can you give me some time to discuss with the agency?" Nohara Hiroshi said: "We will definitely introduce this work, but in terms of price, we still need to fight with the agency."
Jiang Yulou said calmly: "I understand, but I believe more in your company's vision. If you are really optimistic about my work, you will definitely give me a reasonable price."
"Hi, I'll get back to you with an answer as soon as I can."
"Well, I'll give it to Editor Nohara."
