ten years later(2/2)
Such a leading figure in the industry is only in his twenties? He is really too young!
"Young?" Guan Shouheng laughed at himself. Yes, at 27 years old, he is really still very young. Whether it is life or career, it is the best golden period for a man, especially in this industry. From the outside world, he
, you would think that he is the kind of person at the top of the pyramid. He goes to luxury hotels and attends international conferences. The people he comes into contact with are usually high-end people like prime ministers and presidents, and they are in close contact. His income in one day is as much as that of others in a month, or even more.
Much, he should be so proud! But, why does he feel that his heart is getting old?
"Let's go." He said lightly, his voice low and full of emotion.
The two men were respectful. Their car was already ready outside. It was a black high-end business car with an official license plate.
This is a high-end special car, low-key, yet high-end, specially used to pick up and drop off important people.
The entire car has undergone special treatment, and the windows and body are bulletproof.
"Mr. Guan, please."
Guan Shouheng nodded slightly, bent down and sat in, and politely thanked him, "Thank you."
The man who put the suitcase for him and closed the car door for him was startled again. He was so polite!
Being in Gaofan Bureau, of course they understand the people in this industry. Most of the people here are proud and indifferent. Unless necessary, they are basically "hard to talk".
However, this is understandable. Translators, especially those who do simultaneous interpretation, are under pressure that ordinary people cannot imagine. They are required to be highly nervous and extremely focused when working. Their standard is "only success.
Can’t make a mistake”.
Over time, almost all translators will develop the habit of silence and calmness. In addition, they are really, really tired, and they speak very little. Every word in their mouths is valuable.
But this Mr. Guan...
Well, even though it was just a thank you, they still felt very weird.
Because Mr. Guan gave people the impression that he was very silent and unwilling to deal with others, but he did not hesitate to thank them for their small service, which really made them feel flattered!
"Mr. Guan, you're welcome!" The two men suddenly became nervous.
Guan Shouheng slightly raised his lips, what's the point? This is a kind of basic respect, isn't it?
Regardless of status, regardless of ability, everyone has his own dignity. Between people, no one owes anyone. No one should serve you or treat you well, so you must learn to respect.
The driver quickly started the engine, but because they came out late, there were already many cars in front of them, and the lane was somewhat blocked. For a while, they were unable to leave the airport.
Time is everything. Guan Shouheng opened the briefcase he carried with him, took out the documents inside and looked through it. The most important task when he returned to China this time was to prepare for the "Wanshi Expo".
As the name suggests, the "Ten Thousand City Expo" is an expo jointly created by 10,000 cities around the world, just like the "World Expo".
It is the first time for the "Wanshi Expo" to be held in China, and it is also the first time for Xihai to host it. It goes without saying that all parties attach great importance to it.
Glory to glory, the pressure is also great. The first difficulty is the language barrier.
There are 10,000 cities, from more than 200 countries and regions around the world, and all major language families in the world. Regardless of the content of the expo, just the preliminary communication is already a heavyweight problem.
He came back this time at the special invitation of Gao Fanju. After all, he is a native of Xihai. He has lived here for 17 years and is so familiar with everything here. He was requested by the director by name and was approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
, said he was the most suitable candidate.
He didn't know whether it was suitable or not. He only knew that he was filled with emotion when he came back this time.
Ten years, how many decades are there in life? In the blink of an eye, feelings, youth, flesh and blood are all wiped out.
While he was silent, the cell phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated. It was the director of the Gaofan Bureau calling in person, "Guan Yi, I'm really sorry. I just attended a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and I really can't get away. Otherwise, I
I will pick you up personally."
"You're welcome."
"Hey, I'm so sorry! Guan Yi, I arranged a dinner here at the Haidu Building, specially to welcome you."
"Fang Ju, you are really too polite. There is no need for this."
"I'm not being polite. I know you don't like to socialize, so I didn't find too many people. It will be just me, a few people from the bureau, and two leaders from the city later. They also want to meet you!"
City leaders?
Guan Shouheng knew this was inevitable, but...
"As for the Municipal Party Committee Secretary Zhang and Mayor Wang, you don't have to worry."
"Okay." It turns out the mayor has been replaced.
That's right, after ten years, his ex-mother-in-law should have been promoted long ago.
This is really the best thing to do to avoid the awkwardness of the meeting.
"Then it's settled, Guan Yi, you go to the hotel to rest first, and then ask the driver to take you over. You can do whatever you want with the two people who pick you up, and don't see anyone outside!"
Guan Shouheng slightly raised his lips and said, "Thank you very much."
"Everywhere, everything should be done." Director Fang is actually not being polite, but he values talents from the bottom of his heart. He has seen many translators, but after almost a lifetime, this is the first time he has seen such an outstanding person as Guan Shouheng.
translator.
It was a meeting between China and France. The newly appointed mayor of Paris was as romantic and unique as that city. The new official took office and had a distinctive personality. The translators in the "box" were not used to his speaking style, regardless of language.
Both the speed and the words used are difficult to adapt to.
Simultaneous interpretation is not as simple as translating one language into another. It is also very demanding in terms of time, and even requires a "lead time". The interpreter is about two seconds faster than the speaker's thinking.
That is to say, when the speaker says a sentence, the interpreter must immediately predict in advance what he will roughly say next, and then translate it immediately within two seconds.
At that meeting, the newly appointed mayor of Paris frightened many people. His unique way of thinking and a word he picked at his fingertips made the translators miserable. However, in front of the world's media and the global number of people watching the live broadcast,
In front of an audience of one billion, and in the face of the benefits of bilateral trade between China and France measured in billions, no mistakes are allowed or allowed!
He had been working in this industry for decades, and he broke into a cold sweat at that time, but he turned on the French channel on his headphones and suddenly heard a young, clean, and steady voice.
Generally speaking, at international conferences, there will be two or three people in a "box" to form a group. The members of the group perform their duties and complete the translation task together. But that day, he heard only one person from beginning to end.
the sound of.
That person is Guan Shouheng.
That day, he acted as the translator for both the Chinese and French parties. It was a very difficult task. Not only did the translator need to be quick-thinking and responsive, but he also had to follow the speaker's thinking rhythm when translating.
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Not only must you be careful, but you must also be bold and dare to open your mouth to translate. Don't get stuck. If you pause and cannot translate, the situation will be very embarrassing.
But Guan Conservation did it, and did it very well.
An excellent simultaneous interpreter is by no means a simple microphone, he is also the host who controls the rhythm of the meeting.
When should it be fast, when should it be slow, when should it be stated, when should it be lyrical, every detail must be the best and perfect.
Simultaneous interpretation is not just a technology, it is an art!
Excellent simultaneous interpreters are like magicians on the stage, performing unparalleled wonderful performances in ways that others cannot see.
After the meeting that day, he went to the "box" specifically. After the meeting, he was even more surprised. What he saw was such a young translator!
Wearing simple black trousers and a white shirt, he has a slender figure, an indifferent expression, and speaks calmly and calmly.
If there is a spokesperson for the translator profession, then Guan Shouheng is undoubtedly the top candidate!
Moreover, he is still so young, his handsome appearance, and his absolute strength, all of which indicate that as long as he wants, he will definitely become China's chief translator!
How could he let such a talent drain? So after the meeting, he immediately reported it to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and thus the cooperation on this "Eternal World Exposition" came into being.
After the simple call ended, Guan Shouheng silently put down his phone, lowered his head and continued to read the information, but he could no longer concentrate.
The mayor has changed, but what about her? After divorcing him, she probably went to Canada. I don't know if she settled there permanently, but even if she returned to China, she would definitely not go back to Xihai.
At this moment, he finally discovered that the person he once loved had disappeared from this world as early as the day he said goodbye.
Ridiculous, what is he expecting in his heart? Didn't he swear long ago that if he sees her again, he will retaliate against her severely?
So, it’s better not to meet him, otherwise he doesn’t know what he will do!
The cars in the lane ahead moved forward slowly, and their car also started to move forward. He inadvertently raised his head, and a slender figure burst into his view outside the side window.
The car drove quickly and the figure flashed past.
He turned around subconsciously, but only saw the vehicle following him.
Was it a mistake?
It can't be her.
First, he had just thought that she could not be in Xihai.
Second, the woman just now was dressed simply, with messy hair, a bag slung over her shoulder, a travel agency's colorful flag in her hand, and she seemed to have a microphone pinned to her ear.
He had done that kind of job many times, as a foreign language translator with a tour group. In terms of income, he felt it was a lot back then, but now it seems that it is insignificant.
He still remembered that she didn't like him taking that kind of job. It turned out that she was right, the money was really not worth mentioning.
How could she, a proud girl like her, even look down on him going to work, do it herself?
She was born with a silver spoon in her mouth. The wedding ring he bought her back then was not as good as the diamond on her shoe. So, how could it be her?
No way!
Guan Shouheng silently withdrew his gaze to stop his random thoughts.
Chapter completed!