my second time asking for a Chinese visa

i recently submitted my passport and document to an agent for a China L type entry permit for tourist and the agent called me saying the PRC consulate said i need an interview. as i said earlier i was in PRC last year i left before my visa was expired i am not in any type of blacklist i am just a student wanting to go there to see my boyfriend. do i need an appointment for the interview? and what should i expect? is it a way to tell me no i can't have an entry permit?
fyi: i filled out my application with a pen i completely forgot it had to be typed and i am not a usa citizen