Analysis—The Writing Life of a Corporate Drone

Is writing tiring?
Not at all!
Is writing tough?
Not in the slightest!
Is there any bitterness in writing?
No bitterness whatsoever!
If I were the author, I would never admit that all of the above are lies.

Today, let me vent a little.
First, is writing exhausting? Most people seem to think writers have it easy—after all, they’re authors! But does that really matter? In truth, there are very few in the online literary world who can truly be called writers; just look at how only a handful, like San Shao, have managed to join the official writers’ association. As an old hand who’s been reading at Qidian for over a decade and has been writing for years as well, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve heard fellow writers talk about being looked down upon, about people thinking there’s no future in writing. In short, it’s emotionally draining. As for me, a humble office worker, I get up at 6:30 in the morning for work, keep going all day, and don’t get home until after eight at night. The very first thing I do isn’t eat—it’s to start writing. Most of the time, I’m eating and writing at the same time, and by the time the draft is finished, it’s well past midnight. Day after day, it’s the same cycle.

Whenever I want to play a round of King of Glory or a bit of League, I always tell myself, “You’ll have time when you’re on holiday.” But the reality is, as a writer, there are never any holidays. Everything is for that perfect attendance.

Second, is writing a bitter experience?
My knowledge is limited, and I can only say, “Damn it.” If you really want to know if writing is bitter, it’s simple—just take a bite of bitter gourd.

No time for flirting!
No time for gaming!
No time for shopping!
No time for watching dramas!
Not even time for a bit of fun!
Tell me, is that bitter or not?

Third, is there any sorrow in writing?
Oh my, it’s as sour as eating a whole packet of pickled vegetables—what do you think?
If there’s a rush that comes after the sourness, then I suppose writing must be a super sour thrill. And if you toss in some spicy royalties, that’d be even better.

Finally, please cheer for my new book, “Global Hunt.” Not because it’s well written, but because it’s a true challenge. I’ve always loved military stories, but this is my first time writing one—not because I didn’t want to, but because I was afraid. Biscuit and Eraser both gave me a lot of advice, and I spent more than two months revising it. It took a lot of effort, so here’s a bit of encouragement for myself—keep going!

As a humble office worker, I have to go back to work now. The updates will come tonight. If you brothers enjoy my work, just wait for me! Let’s all become blue chubby papers together—they say all blue chubby papers are full of potential.