CHAPTER 1040: CHAPTER 1042: FULL-TIME TRANSLATOR

Xu Nianhua was a bit surprised, completely unexpected that Chief Editor Jin would say that.

"Become our publishing house’s full-time translator, your translation manuscript, the price per thousand characters will increase from fifteen hundred to seventeen hundred. Of course, if this book sells as expected, you could even earn a generous bonus!" Chief Editor Jin was showing great sincerity just to keep Xu Nianhua.

After Chief Editor Jin reviewed the book, she took it to the boss. In her view, once this translation is published, it will definitely be a huge success!

Translating classics isn’t something everyone can do; just knowing English isn’t enough. You must translate while conveying the original meaning, making sure it isn’t too dull, or else readers won’t stick with it.

But the classics translated by Xu Nianhua, whether in style or prose, are so well done that they are truly captivating.

Such a talented translator, Chief Editor Jin strongly proposed keeping this talent within the publishing house instead of collaborating book by book. Currently, Xu Nianhua’s translated book hasn’t successfully sold yet, so it’s even more important to seize this opportunity and establish a partnership with Xu Nianhua.

"Thank you, Chief Editor Jin, for your recognition. However, I’m still a student, so my time might not be that abundant." Xu Nianhua hesitated for a moment and then instantly made a decision, having a clear understanding of her future path. Initially, she translated manuscripts, firstly because of the money, and secondly to improve herself.

Translating manuscripts is actually also a form of consolidation for her skills.

If she really becomes the publishing house’s exclusive translator, it would be like being tied down.

"Just like now, translating one book a month or one book every two months is totally fine." Chief Editor Jin looked at Xu Nianhua expectantly, saying, "With your skills, it shouldn’t take up too much time, right?"

"You translate quickly and well by yourself. I believe you can handle it completely. Don’t rush to refuse, we can discuss the salary separately." Chief Editor Jin mentioned that these are all negotiable.

Perhaps because of Chief Editor Jin’s sincere attitude, without any arrogance, Xu Nianhua asked, "Chief Editor Jin, aren’t you afraid that my translated manuscripts might not sell well? If you still need translations, I can take on another one."

"I believe it will definitely sell well." Chief Editor Jin replied without a second thought, then paused and said, "Yes, there is a need for translation."

Chief Editor Jin said a few words to Tao An, and in no time, Tao An brought out the three books that needed translating. Chief Editor Jin said, "These three books all need translation, you can choose whichever one you want, the price will still be raised to seventeen hundred for you."

"Okay." Xu Nianhua nodded, casually glanced at the three books, and finally picked the one she was most proficient in.

Upon leaving the publishing house, Su Xi looked at Xu Nianhua admiringly and said, "Nianhua, you’re truly amazing! I noticed the chief editor values you a lot."

"Xiaoxi, I admire you too; I could never play the piano as well as you do." Xu Nianhua blinked her eyes. Every time she saw Su Xi’s fingers dancing on the black and white keys, she felt both admiration and envy. Whenever Su Xi played the piano, it was like a Little Fairy inadvertently entering the mundane world.

"It’s because you haven’t learned it; if you learned, you’d definitely play better than me." Su Xi said modestly, even though she was only a sophomore now. She had already performed several times and felt that if Xu Nianhua hadn’t been switched at birth and was raised in the Su Family, she would probably play the piano even better than her.