Ding-" A letter popped out of the inbox, bringing back Chen Qiming's wandering thoughts.
He clicked on it and saw that it was an email from Li Huier, with only a few simple words: "I have received all the documents, thank you." ”
The corners of Chen Qiming's mouth rose slightly, and then quickly fell back to their original places. He moved uncomfortably in his swivel chair, his gaze scanning the signed resignation papers on the table.
For 30 years, he worked hard in this company, starting from a small staff member and finally climbing to the leadership position of the R&D department. He thought he would retire successfully, but unfortunately the reality was not satisfactory, his wife had left him emotionally, and the company had long looked down on his value.
Knock knock. A knock on the door interrupted Chen Qiming's thoughts.
Come in. Pushing the door in was Li Huier, Chen Qiming's young and energetic female subordinate, 38 years old this year. Thinking of the past few years of stealing the forbidden fruit with her, Chen Qiming's heart was mixed.
Minister, I'm here to take the last batch of information. Li Hui'er said with a smile.
Well, it's all here. Chen Qiming's fingers lightly swiped over Li Hui'er's hand.
Minister, I will miss you. Li Hui'er said with a red face.
Seeing Li Hui'er leave, Chen Qiming sighed lightly. He believes that Li Huier will become the mainstay of the R&D department, but he doesn't know if he can still rely on him after retirement.
In the first month after his retirement, Chen Qiming was very worried.
He didn't know what was left of his life besides the company. His wife has long been a stranger to him, and the children are developing abroad, so it is rare to go home.
He tried to contact Li Hui'er, but the other party always prevaricated on the grounds that he was busy with work. This made him very disappointed, and he gave Li Huier careful guidance, but she turned her face and didn't recognize anyone after she retired.
Chen Qiming was tormented by loneliness and loneliness, and sat empty at home all day. Occasionally, when I go out and meet acquaintances, I just hurriedly say hello and leave.
Finally one day, Chen Qiming mustered up the courage and dialed ** for Li Huier.
Hello?* Li Hui'er's voice on the other end was a little impatient.
Li Hui'er, how are you doing?I've been looking for you several times. Chen Qiming asked tentatively.
Minister, I've been very busy lately, and you know that the company has a lot of things to do. Li Hui'er's tone was obviously a little colder.
Yes, I understand that your job is important. I just hope you can take some time to spend with me, a retired old man. Chen Qiming said with a smile.
Minister, now that you're retired, it's time to enjoy life and stop worrying about work. Li Huier said bluntly.
Chen Qiming was speechless. Li Hui'er's words were like a basin of cold water, completely extinguishing his hopes.
Alright then, you go to work, I'll figure it out myself. Chen Qiming suppressed the tremor in his voice and hung up **.
He completely understood that in Li Hui'er's heart, he was indeed worthless.
After this call, Chen Qiming's whole person collapsed.
He no longer goes out, and spends his days at home, not interested in anything.
In the month that he stayed at home, Chen Qiming lost weight significantly, and his hair became a lot grayer.
Just when he felt that his life had lost its meaning, a notice of a community meeting caught his eye.
It reads: In order to improve the environment of the community, a meeting of residents' representatives will be held to discuss the greening construction. At that time, the opinions of residents will be listened to and a greening plan will be formulated.
Greening construction?He still has some say in this. Chen Qiming's eyes suddenly brightened.
The next day, after a long absence, Chen Qiming came to the community rally in good spirits.
He spoke positively and recommended many good ways to landscaping. After the meeting, residents came forward to ask him for details.
At that moment, Chen Qiming had a feeling of regaining his own value. It turns out that after retirement, I can continue to exert my residual heat in this way.
Since then, Chen Qiming has been actively involved in community welfare activities, and he has used his professional knowledge to provide advice to residents, which has also rekindled his passion for life.
Half a year later, Chen Qiming received an invitation from the company to participate in the new product launch conference.
At the scene, he saw Li Huier standing on the rostrum as the head of the R&D department.
Thanks to the company for its support to R&D over the years. In particular, I would like to thank Minister Chen Qiming for his careful training of me, so that the R&D department can continue to innovate and ......”
Hearing Li Huier's thanks, Chen Qiming couldn't help but get excited. After the end, Li Huier came over to greet him.
Excuse me, Minister, I shouldn't have said that about you in the first place. I now understand that your value doesn't change at all with retirement. Li Huier said pleasantly.
It's okay, that's all in the past. Chen Qiming said tolerantly, "Each of us will have a trough, and it is important to come out and find the meaning of life." ”
Yes. I will remember your teachings. Li Huier said seriously.
At parting, the two symbolically embraced.
At this moment, Chen Qiming was completely relieved, and he knew that his life was far from over.
One day later, Chen Qiming heard at an old classmate reunion that Li Huier was getting married.
The news came as a surprise and a sense to him. He thought that he and Li Hui'er could at least maintain a faint friendship, but he didn't expect her to decide to enter marriage like this.
Chen Qiming's heart was surging. He understands that he should not want to take possession of Li Hui'er's future, and she has the right to choose her own life.
However, years of emotion and attachment cannot be easily erased. Chen Qiming knew that Li Huier's marriage would definitely not receive an invitation, but he still couldn't help but look forward to it.
Day after day, Chen Qiming never saw news from Li Huier. When the wedding day really came, Chen Qiming completely gave up the last trace of illusion.
On his wedding day, he sat alone on a park bench in a daze. At this moment, he really realized that the story of him and Li Huier had turned a page.
After many sorrows, Chen Qiming still comforted himself, life in the world, no matter how much parting he experienced, it was common. He must learn to let go and face a new chapter.
So Chen Qiming rejoined the community charity, hoping to find a new meaning in life. It's just that I found that no matter how much I do, it is difficult to make up for the passage of time.
Occasionally, when he met old acquaintances, Chen Qiming had a scribbled smile on his face. He understands that everyone is busy with their own affairs, and he gradually looks down on his loneliness.
Since then, Chen Qiming has continued to live freely and calmly. He gladly accepted his retirement status and learned to walk freely on this twilight road.
Day after day, Chen Qiming walked alone on the park paths.
He walked slowly, with a slightly rickety figure and gray hair. Pedestrians hurried past him, inadvertently casting curious or pitying glances.
Chen Qiming didn't care about these glances. He looked up at the clear blue sky, enjoying the warmth of the sun on his face.
Yes, I'm getting old, Chen Qiming thought. But I still love life and enjoy every morning and sunset.
I will live with dignity, this is my life.
All the meetings in this world will lead to parting. I won't grieve for too long for Lee Hye Ah's departure.
Because I know that a new path has been waiting for me all the time. Chen Qiming smiled slightly, took a step, and walked to the other side of life.