[Comprehensive Classics] Detective Mary

Barnum declared Philip Luther his confidant!

Mary took the newspaper from Editor-in-Chief Hall and quickly scanned the reports.Although it was headline news, the interview was quite direct and rough, to the effect that Barnum read the serialization of "The King of Carnival" in "Beach Magazine", and thought that in the first issue of the story, Pluto performed a circus performance for Luther alone. It is very valuable, "for Philip Luther to think so highly of him", Barnum decided to come out of the rivers and lakes again, just like Pluto in the novel, and start another world tour.

Although it was a newspaper in Washington, editor-in-chief Hall still got the news as quickly as possible.This also means that ... the US reports are just the beginning.

With the release of the new issue of "Seashore Magazine", after the ferment of public opinion, it is not necessary to imagine how lively the scene will be.

Mary dropped the report: "Honestly, I'm not surprised Mr. Barnum would do that."

Although the two of them had never met, someone advertised for him free of charge. The business opportunities and inspirations were in front of him. If Barnum didn't seize them, it would really live up to his "good reputation" as the king of public relations.

"So," asked Editor Hall, "what are you going to do?"

"And you, Mr. Hall?"

Mary didn't answer the question instead: "If Mr. Barnum really started the tour, some people would say that Philip Luther had known him a long time ago. This is nothing more than the beginning of a publicity campaign."

Editor-in-Chief Hall laughed out loud, "But I think you're quite happy."

"Of course."

She didn't mean to hide her feelings. Mary raised her lips and said, "You also said, editor-in-chief, even if such a big-name free advertisement will bring negative effects, it still pays more attention. The new issue of "Beach" "Magazine" hasn't finished printing yet, you have to increase the quantity urgently."

The editor-in-chief naturally knows better than Mary how to operate the magazine, so he just smiled when he heard her words.

"It's said that literati are arrogant," he said, "I've seen many authors who think highly of themselves, and the newer they are, the more talented they are, the more they think they are great. But Miss Mary, you are really an exception."

Not only is he willing to accept other people's revisions and guidance, but he also knows how to capture hot spots, and even frankly connects his works with business.Although the serialization in "Seaside Magazine" cannot be compared with Oscar Wilde's Art for Art's sake, Mary Bennet's attitude still surprised Editor-in-Chief Hall.

"I don't have the idea of ​​becoming Dostoevsky," Mary laughed. "It's not too late to discuss all artistic values ​​after I can guarantee my life."

"So, this is where you write about the theft and choose to write about the bank check."

Sure enough, the editor-in-chief came to visit in person, so we must make the best use of the meeting time.

Mary had written to the editor-in-chief Hall to explain the general idea of ​​her new story, and asked him if he had any relevant books and materials to check.Now that the editor-in-chief personally mentioned this matter, Mary suddenly regained her spirits: "Is there anything I need to pay attention to? Or is the fraud case not suitable as the theme of a reasoning story?"

"You've written "The King of Carnival," the editor-in-chief joked, "If there's anything more exaggerated, just come, I'm here."

It is also lucky for Mary Sansheng to meet such an editor-in-chief.

Strictly speaking, it was thanks to Miss Bingley's awkward attention to herself.With the support of Editor-in-Chief Hall, Mary smiled brightly: "Thank you, sir. I've been trying to write an outline recently."

"this is a good habit."

The editor-in-chief nodded in satisfaction: "If you have no experience in writing an outline before, you can build from the framework first, and then fill in the content bit by bit. In my opinion, the process of writing an outline is like drawing a sketch manuscript. First of all, you must ensure that your framework is not Make mistakes, and gradually let the building take shape."

"I'll remember."

"The outline is detailed or rough, completely according to your own thinking. Some authors like to do everything in the outline before doing it, while others like to complete the process in their heads. There is no fixed template for creation, and you must do what you can. OK, don't follow blindly."

This suggestion can be said to be from the bottom of my heart, and Mary firmly engraved it in her heart: "I will try it."

"Then, today's visit ends here." Editor-in-Chief Hall said.

"So fast," Mary was a little surprised, "Don't you leave without a cup of tea, editor-in-chief? Aunt Blow's black tea is extraordinarily mellow. You should try it before leaving."

The editor-in-chief shook his head, and couldn't help laughing: "As you said, Miss Mary, in order to prevent the next issue of "Beach Magazine" from being out of stock, I have to order the printing factory to work overtime."

Ok.

Although the editor-in-chief's words were just a joke, but if he wanted to leave, Mary couldn't force him to stay.

After seeing off the editor, Mary was relieved.

In the past few days, she has been thinking about the idea of ​​a new serialization. She doesn't go out of the door and doesn't go out. She has no physical activity, but she has done a lot of mental activity.The editor-in-chief's visit not only gave Mary useful advice, talking to him was also a rest for the brain.

After lunch, when Mary was about to continue writing the outline, Catherine suddenly entered the door with a letter.

"Mary, Mary!"

The fourth sister of the Bennet family excitedly pushed open the door of Mary's room: "Hurry up, look!"

Mary: "Don't worry, what's the good news?"

It must be a good thing to see Catherine's face flushed and her smile wanting to reach the ears.

"A letter from Elizabeth!"

"What's the matter with Lizzie's letter?" Mary raised her eyebrows, "She sends a letter half a month on time."

Catherine deliberately did not answer, but put the opened letter in front of Mary.

The content of the letter was not long, and Mary almost read it all at a glance, and then she showed the same surprised smile as Catherine.

—Elizabeth is coming to London with Mr. Darcy!

It was only a few months before Elizabeth's wedding. After the Darcy couple held their wedding at Pemberley Manor, when Elizabeth got acquainted with the life of "Mrs. Darcy", the two of them were already traveling together to visit various places.

They made a round of Pemberley, and then decided to stay in London for a while, and return to Longbourn to visit the Bennets at Christmas.In Elizabeth's letters, the lines are filled with the happiness of the newlyweds, and of course, the deep thoughts of her sisters, especially Jane and Mary.

so good!

Mary couldn't help but smile when she thought of the loving appearance of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.

Many people think that Elizabeth has favored Mr. Darcy, and that a dignified landowner married the daughter of a small southern squire. After Mr. Darcy's novelty towards Elizabeth wears off, he will feel remorse because of her shallow knowledge— —But now, two people traveling together like glue are enough to smash all the rumors.

How can two young men and women who are equally motivated and have the same self-esteem create a gap because of material conditions?Mary knows that Elizabeth has many shortcomings, but Mr. Darcy also has shortcomings, doesn't he?

The two of them will always be so happy.

While Mary was cheering, the Bingley couple who were also in London were also full of surprises.

Before they got married, Jane and Elizabeth had the best relationship, and most of Mr. Bingley's property was in London, so since Mary came to London with her two younger sisters, they often saw each other.Not seeing Elizabeth for a long time, not only Mary misses her, Jane misses her even more.

Therefore, Jane, who has always been gentle and introverted, asked someone to bring a message to Serpentine Street in the afternoon when she received the news, telling her three remaining sisters that a party would be held in London, which could be regarded as helping Elizabeth officially become Mrs. Darcy. Identity into the London social circle.

Jane also specifically asked Lydia that she would invite Mrs. Hindley, who was interested in the manuscript designed by the younger sister, to attend. This was a good opportunity for her to perform.

This is good, but Jane and Mary are not the most excited ones.

After Lydia got the news, she dug out the countless sketches she had drawn during this period like a chicken blood, revising and correcting non-stop, trying to make every manuscript the best.At the same time, she didn't forget to learn and sell now, and guided Mary and Catherine to dress up according to the Parisian fashion that Irene taught her.

She was happier than anyone the day the Darcys came to London.

"I also specially designed some skirts for Lizzie," Lydia said dancing in the carriage. "She is good-looking and rich, so she can use the best materials and wear the latest styles. More importantly, Elizabeth So brave, she must be able to appreciate the style of Paris, unlike Jane, who dare not wear a slightly bolder and trendier design."

Where can the "trend design" of the nineteenth century go beyond the norm?In Mary's opinion, unless Lydia brought out trousers or knee-length skirts, it was not at all daring.

If it weren't for her small stature, she really couldn't be a fashion model, otherwise she would be happy to ask Lydia to help her design clothes.

"Don't be too happy," although Mary is also looking forward to Elizabeth wearing a new style of dress in Paris-who doesn't like a beautiful sister, but she knows her second sister better than Lydia, "Elizabeth is indeed more beautiful than Jane." You are cheerful and bold, but she may not have the same aesthetics as you, and she likes Parisian style."

"So what."

However, Mary's pot of cold water not only did not extinguish Lydia's hope, but even gave her fighting spirit.

The little sister of the Bennet family puffed up her chest and said confidently, "Don't underestimate me! I'm afraid she's not picky, don't be like Jane, she can say that she looks good with any dress."

Mary would not underestimate Lydia any longer.

She is 16 years old this year. From leaving Longbourn crying, she has now taken up the challenge with confidence.If Mr. Bennet were to come to London now, my father would stop laughing at Lydia for being a frivolous, empty, silly girl.

Lydia has changed and improved so much, what surprised Mary the most was that even after attending Lord Blackwood's party in person and accepting the favors of countless handsome young men, Lydia was not completely overwhelmed by joy and vanity. Dizzy—Of course, she would still be very proud of the young man's attention, but Lydia knew Mary without telling Mary, and what pleased the little sister most was that she got Mrs. Hindley's attention.

Everything is going well, isn't it?

It was rare for Mary not to quarrel with Lydia, but said with a smile: "Then you have to do your best."

While the three sisters were talking, the carriage slowly drove out of downtown London.

Mr. Darcy's house in London was in a fine suburb, and by the time it arrived, Jane and Mr. Bingley had been there.Lydia and Catherine jumped joyfully out of the carriage, and Mary followed.Before she could figure out the situation after stepping on the ground, she saw a person who shouldn't be here.

Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy went out to greet them in person, and besides them, standing in front of the carriage waiting for the Bennet sisters with smiling faces, was an acquaintance with a tall, handsome face and a red uniform.

——Mr. Wickham who rejected Lydia before and left Meryton angrily.

Lydia's smile froze almost immediately.

The author has something to say: I'm sorry, girls, I wrote it a little late today because my friends came to my house to play, I will post the first update, and try my best to catch up with the second update, wait for me!