My surname is Zhang, and I graduated from a 985 university in the south more than 10 years ago and found a job in the location of the school. This is a group company, and I work in a branch office as an assistant manager in the marketing department.
Although I quickly transitioned from student to professional, as a northerner, I often felt lonely in this unaccompanied, southern city. On weekends, I can only stay in the rental house to play games or watch dramas, and I don't know where to spend time.
My direct supervisor, Mr. Chen, is a warm-hearted, kind and good person, who gave me warmth and support when I was most confused and helpless. He taught me everything in my work, and he cared for me like an elder in life.
With Mr. Chen's help, I quickly adapted to this unfamiliar city, and my work and life gradually got on the right track. Over time, because of my outstanding work performance and Mr. Chen's recommendation, the company promoted me to another department as a supervisor.
Colleagues say that it is a famous teacher who produces a high apprentice. I know very well that everything I do is inseparable from Mr. Chen's careful cultivation and support. In my heart, Mr. Chen is not only a clean and honest leader, a sincere friend, but also a family member.
Eight years later, Mr. Chen retired and returned to his hometown. I've always wanted to visit my old leader, but I'm too busy with work to find time. Until one day, Mr. Chen took the initiative to invite me to his home. After I arranged my job, I took two days off and drove more than 300 kilometers to Mr. Chen's hometown.
When I stepped into Mr. Chen's house, I was shocked by what I saw. I found that Mr. Chen's home was very simple and did not have any decent furniture and electrical appliances. Mr. Chen's salary was not low when he was working, and his pension should be enough to maintain a decent life for the elderly, why does it seem so hard?
Just as I was wondering, Mr. Chen greeted me. At this time, the image of a haggard, frail, and tired old man came into my eyes. I haven't seen him for two years, and the old leader has aged to this point, which is in stark contrast to the ability and spirit before retirement!
As soon as I sat down, Mr. Chan confided in me about his predicament. It turned out that Mr. Chen's wife was seriously ill, and in order to **, he had spent all his family's savings, and all the relatives who could borrow had already borrowed it, and he was in urgent need of 50,000 yuan**.
After listening to Mr. Chen's story, before he could speak, I picked up my mobile phone and transferred 80,000 yuan to him. Back then, when I was hesitant and helpless, it was the old leader who helped me, and now it is time for me to repay my kindness.
Mr. Chan was touched by my generosity. He said with emotion that among all my colleagues, only I care about him, a retired old man, from time to time. Then, he asked suspiciously, he only borrowed 50,000, how did I transfer 80,000? I replied that he asked me to borrow 50,000 yuan, and I borrowed the other 30,000 yuan on my own initiative in case of emergency.
Immediately afterward, we chatted together about the past when we worked together, and for a while, the two of us laughed heartily in the humble room. The time we spent together was short-lived, and the next day, I rushed back to the office. I didn't expect this to be the last time we met each other.
One day half a year later, I suddenly received a ** from Mr. Chen's son and learned that Mr. Chen had passed away in a car accident. The news hit me like a bolt from the blue. I regret not being able to see Mr. Chan for the last time. Although my wife complained that the 80,000 yuan I borrowed might be wasted, after all, there was no proof except for the transfer record, but I did not intend to let Mr. Chen pay it back from the moment I borrowed the money.
Shortly after Mr. Chen's death, I was approached by the company's superiors to talk. It turned out that Mr. Chen had written a letter of recommendation for me when he was alive. The letter mentioned that I was a trustworthy person, and after this test, I admired me even more. My boss said that if I wanted to work at headquarters, he would reserve a position for me.
Two months later, I was able to work at the headquarters. During this period, I always kept in mind Mr. Chen's teachings to me, treated every job with sincerity, and demonstrated my ability and value with practical actions. Over time, my work performance was recognized and appreciated by the headquarters, and my position in the company was gradually solidified. At the same time, Mr. Chen's son, Xiao Chen, also promised me that he would slowly repay the 80,000 yuan his father had borrowed.
Looking back on this experience, I know that good people will always be rewarded. I am grateful to Mr. Chen for his trust and recommendation, and I am also grateful for the opportunity and platform given to me by the headquarters. I will continue to work hard, cherish the quality time I spent with my family, and turn this gratitude into practical actions to give back to the community and those who have helped me.