Zhang Xiaobo didn't expect Lin Youlun to reply so quickly, and what he didn't expect was that Lin Youlun asked him to change the title of the book as soon as he came up.

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Xiaobo pondered the name "China Can Say No" in his mind, and although the name had a tendency to imitate "Japan Can Say No", he had to admit that it was indeed more appealing than the lengthy title that preceded it.

Just when Zhang Xiaobo was still hesitating about this matter, Lin Youlun was already sitting in the new . In the office of Huang Licheng, the director of the Hong Kong branch of the Chinese News Agency, what he is talking about is the manuscript of the book "China Can Say No".

Huang Licheng quickly flipped through the table of contents of the manuscript after learning of Lin Youlun's intention, and with years of experience in propaganda work, he had realized the unusual nature of this manuscript.

"Mr. Lin said that this book has not yet been approved for publication in the mainland?"

"It is said that there is some resistance, probably because the views in the book are a little extreme, but I believe that the author's position and starting point are good, which is the so-called deep responsibility of love."

Lin Youlun put down the teacup in his hand and said lightly.

"Is it just a bit extreme?" Huang Licheng shook his head secretly in his heart, if things are really as Lin Youlun said, then this book will not go around to Hong Kong to seek publication, and judging from the titles on the table of contents just now, the position of this book is very problematic.

Seeing through this, Huang Licheng was even more puzzled, Huang Licheng believed in Lin Youlun's position, Lin Youlun's ability to greet this side in advance before publishing this book is enough to explain a lot of problems, but can't he see the trouble contained in it?

Huang Licheng took off his eyes, smiled at Lin Youlun a little helplessly, and said, "Mr. Lin has given me a problem." ”

"President Huang, don't get me wrong. I'm not looking for your help in getting this book published on the mainland. Just to talk to you. Lest you be mentally unprepared when this book is published in Hong Kong. ”

Lin Youlun's words made Huang Licheng a little surprised, and he made such a special trip just to inform them, and this reason was too easy.

And from Lin Youlun's words just now, Huang Licheng also heard another meaning, that is, he is confident enough to believe that this book can eventually be published in the mainland.

"I'm curious, why is Mr. Lin so interested in this book?"

Although Lin Youlun's stance is pro-mainland, his political attitude has been very vague over the years, and he has been able to avoid political activities before that. This time, he took the initiative to participate, which is another puzzle for Huang Licheng.

"In President Huang's view, some of the topics in this book may have touched on sensitive topics, but I don't think it needs to be that way, and we should look at this book with a more peaceful attitude, and treat it as a different point of view, rather than watching it like a poisonous snake and a beast."

In Lin Youlun's view, the views reflected in "China Can Say No" are actually a trend of Chinese nationalist ideology developing from quasi-official ideology to non-governmental ideology, which is the inevitable result of social development to a certain stage.

"China can say no". In a sense, it should be regarded as the enlightenment work of China's "angry youth", although it is mixed with many irrational elements. But the development and progress of society does need some such people to make their voices heard.

Huang Licheng can see it at this time, Lin Youlun should have another purpose for coming this time.

"Mr. Lin should not have come here this time not only to discuss the issue of this book with me, right?"

"President Huang is really as wise as a torch." Lin Youlun nodded, "If it was just to discuss the publication of this book, I probably wouldn't have come to President Huang so personally, mainly because this book gave me an idea, I want to make a TV documentary that explores the topic of the rise of the country." ”

This news can be said to have mixed feelings for Huang Licheng, the good news is that after "A Bite of China", the mainland government deliberately invited Lin Youlun to make similar documentaries several times, but Lin Youlun politely rejected it in the end, this time it was rare for him to take the initiative, and it didn't look like he was joking; What worries me is the subject matter that Lin Youlun wants to shoot, this topic is too sensitive, and if you are not careful, you will touch a minefield, which really makes Huang Licheng a little worried.

As if to see what Huang Licheng was thinking, Lin Youlun then added: "President Huang doesn't have to worry, I am not going to take China as an example of this topic, but to summarize and analyze the rise of the great powers of nine developed countries, look at the development model of foreign countries from an international perspective, and look for the fundamental force to promote the development of the country, in order to make some mirrors for the current modernization and development of China. ”

Lin Youlun shared his thoughts and thoughts, and Huang Licheng really saw his intentions.

The publication of "China Can Say No" will inevitably bring some controversy to Lin Youlun, and the best way to resolve these controversies is not to argue with others, but to come up with a point of view to make a stand, which is the most direct and effective.

Judging from the various ideas mentioned by Lin Youlun, this TV documentary should hope to open up the horizons of the Chinese people with an open mind, and the theme idea is completely different from "China Can Say No".

In Huang Licheng's view, filming "The Rise of a Great Power" is a way for Lin Youlun to "prove" himself, so he didn't think about it from other aspects, in fact, Lin Youlun's intentions did not stop there.

After Hong Kong's return to the motherland, the mainland's central government will also usher in an important re-election, and the new iron-fisted premier has done a lot of practical things during his term of office, the most important thing at home is to fight corruption, and the most important thing abroad is to promote China's accession to the WTO.

The central idea of "The Rise of a Great Power" coincides with China's future "WTO accession" process, and after this TV documentary is filmed, Lin Youlun will have a lot of political resources in the future.

Of course, Huang Licheng didn't expect Lin Youlun to have such a far-reaching layout, because it is to discuss the development and rise of foreign countries, and it does not involve domestic discussions, so there is no possibility that this documentary may touch on sensitive topics. Of course, Huang Licheng has no reason to object.

"Mr. Lin's ideas, I will report to the Central Committee. There is a jewel like "A Bite of China" in front. I don't think there will be much resistance to this. ”

Lin Youlun wants to make such a TV documentary that does not involve domestic politics, and in his capacity, he does not need to discuss with Huang Licheng at all, nor does he need to report to the central government, but he did this, so there is only one reason, he hopes that this TV documentary can be broadcast on the mainland.

It is precisely because of this that Huang Licheng will make such a promise.

Lin Youlun got up from his seat and shook hands with Huang Licheng.

"I'm bothering President Huang a lot about this!"

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Filming "The Rise of a Great Power" was a time-consuming and laborious affair. Although Lin Youlun has a ready-made script in his head, which can greatly shorten the entire production cycle, it is estimated that it will take more than a year to complete all the shooting, plus post-production, it is estimated that it will not be possible to do it in a year and a half.

Of course, Lin Youlun is not in a hurry, although he promised Zhang Xiaobo to publish "China Can Say No" in Hong Kong, but did not say when it will be published, under normal circumstances, it takes more than half a year for a book to be published and finally listed, and it is in Lin Youlun's hands. It can be delayed for a few more months, and he can advance a copyright fee to Zhang Xiaobo in advance anyway. So don't worry about him disagreeing.

As for the publication of "China Can Say No" in the mainland, if Lin Youlun remembers correctly, it was in the summer of 96, and there is still a year and a half before now, which is enough for the filming of "The Rise of a Great Power" to be completed.

After "China Can Say No" caused huge controversy in the mainland, Lin Youlun took the opportunity to launch "The Rise of a Great Power", a TV documentary that should receive a greater response than later generations.

New. After the Chinese Society branch building in Hong Kong came out, Lin Youlun was in a good mood, but on the way back, Lin Zhiling mentioned something to him.

"Manager Cen called just now and said that the filming plan for the Lunar New Year file had come out, and then he also mentioned by the way that the situation of this year's Lunar New Year schedule may not be very optimistic."

Lin Youlun's good mood was not ruined because of this, but asked with a relaxed face: "What's wrong?" ”

"The Game of the Brave", which was released on Christmas Eve, has won nearly 10 million box office in two days, and there should be no problem with the final box office breaking 100 million, with such a movie, the upcoming 95 New Year schedule will not be too deserted, and there are still many movies planned to be released early next year, among which "Super School Bully", which is co-starred by many movie stars in Hong Kong and Hollywood, is one of the highlights, all of which is the source of Lin Youlun's confidence.

"It's not that I'm worried about the box office, but Manager Cen mentioned that the film structure of the Chinese New Year file is a little abnormal, and in the past, comedies were dominant, but this year, the number of comedy films has decreased a lot."

As soon as Lin Zhiling said this, Lin Youlun's expression also became serious.

Although he didn't expect such a result, the reason Lin Youlun knew it.

First of all, because of Zhou Xingchi, as a well-deserved "king of comedy" in Hong Kong, Zhou Xingchi almost makes more than 5 comedy movies every year, but this year because of his participation in "The Green Hornet", there are no new works for the time being.

Another important reason is that Media Asia withdrew, which led to the end of the famous Chinese New Year film "Happy Event" series of films in the Hong Kong film industry.

Chow Xingchi will definitely return in the future, and the "Happy Event" series of movies will definitely restart filming, but overall, Hong Kong comedy movies are indeed going downhill, which is what Lin Youlun is really worried about.

"By the way, is there any news about Cai Yan and Huang Zhan recently?"

Lin Zhiling didn't know why Lin Youlun suddenly asked about this, and hesitated for a moment before saying: "There is no big news, it's just that the program "No Defense Tonight" co-hosted by them and Ni Yu was canceled, Mr. Cai should be busy making movies in Japan, and Mr. Huang is not clear, it seems that he has been very idle recently, because reporters often take photos of him and some friends going out to drink tea." ”

Just from Lin Zhiling's words, Lin Youlun has already guessed Huang Zhan's current situation.

"It seems that Uncle Zhan has been having a bad time lately."

Lin Zhiling really wondered why Lin Youlun suddenly cared about Huang Zhan and Cai Yan, but when she heard this, she suddenly thought of something.

Lin Youlun didn't speak again, as if he was thinking about something.

Lin Zhiling became more and more sure of her judgment in her heart, but she didn't speak rashly, but quietly waited for Lin Youlun to make her own decision.

"Since Uncle Zhan is so idle, you can help me call him and ask him if he is free today, and I will invite him to afternoon tea."

After Lin Youlun finished speaking, Lin Zhiling hesitated slightly, and then asked, "Do you need to call Mr. Cai Yan with you?" ”

Lin Youlun glanced at Lin Zhiling, knowing that she had already guessed her thoughts, and then shrugged her shoulders and said, "Didn't you say that Cai Yan has been in Japan all this time?" ”

What he said just now was just to test Lin Youlun, but in fact, Lin Zhiling was not too sure.

"He's supposed to be back for the New Year, right?"

"Then you can give a call, and if he is in Hong Kong, ask him to come along."

Lin Youlun looked for Huang Zhan and Cai Yan, of course, for the filming of "The Hangover 2", since Hong Kong comedy films are showing a weak trend, they must find ways to stimulate the market, and in Lin Youlun's opinion, "The Hangover 2" is a good entry point.

Cai Yan received a call from Lin Zhiling, who happened to be in Hong Kong, and heard that Lin Youlun invited him to afternoon tea, so he agreed without much thought.

The two parties made an appointment to meet at the Peninsula Hotel, and when Cai Yan arrived there by car, he happened to meet Huang Zhan, who also came to the appointment.

"It's such a coincidence that you're also here for afternoon tea?"

"Clever fart, don't tell me that you weren't called by Lin Youlun."

Cai Yan knew that Huang Zhan had been in a bad mood recently, and he didn't care about him.

"Did Mr. Lin tell you what you were looking for us?"

"He didn't say that I didn't ask, but since he found the two of us, nine times out of ten it was the filming of "The Hangover 2" you talked about last time." Huang Zhan pursed his lips nonchalantly.

Cai Yan was overjoyed, this is a good thing.

"Are you sure?"

"What else do you think? There are so many women around him, if there is nothing to do, will he find the two of us to have afternoon tea with the two big men? Huang Zhan dropped such a sentence angrily and walked into the hotel.

Cai Yan shook his head with a wry smile behind him, and then followed quickly.

Fortunately, it's him, and someone else might really not be able to stand Huang Zhan's stinky temper. (To be continued......)