After dedicating eight years of loyalty and talent to her company, Julie Lane expects the recognition she deserves. Instead, she is publicly humiliated by her boss after securing a massive business deal. But rather than breaking down, Julie walks away, takes valuable resources with her, and begins an unstoppable rise to success. As her former company collapses piece by piece, everyone realizes too late that losing Julie was their biggest mistake.
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00:00For five years, I secured $80 million orders for Azure Corp, but my salary is just $6,000.
00:06During the banquet, I merely told Ray I want a pay raise, but he tore me a new one in
00:11front of everyone.
00:11The client stayed because of Azure Corp. You're lucky you got $6,000. Be grateful.
00:16Everyone was ready to mock me. I said nothing and listened quietly.
00:20The next day, I switched to our competitor with all my clients.
00:24Three days later, Ray shouts in the phone.
00:26Why have all our clients pulled out?
00:28The banquet is lively. Ray speaks on stage with excitement.
00:33The $80 million order wouldn't be possible without all of you.
00:36That's why everyone is getting a higher bonus.
00:39Everyone's instantly thrilled. Lynn Zane is the first to scream.
00:43I just got the bonus. Thank you, Mr. Zane.
00:46Then, everyone cheers. All of them go along and celebrate the bonus, utterly overjoyed and screaming with joy.
00:54I checked my bank account, but there's nothing. It's the same every year. There's no transaction record.
01:01I'm upset. I joined Azure Corp after college for $6,000.
01:07Eight years later, my pay hasn't changed. I secured $80 million in orders in five years.
01:13Others get $50,000 bonuses. While I only get base pay. Ray calls out to me.
01:21Julie, got any New Year wishes?
01:23I must have looked upset and look out of place in the crowd.
01:26I respond, I want to pay Ray's. I'm not loud. But everyone heard me.
01:31The whole place go quiet at once. All of them slowly turn around and look at me.
01:35Ray's smile also vanishes. He tosses the microphone aside, producing a piercing sound.
01:40He spits angrily. What'd you say? Say that again.
01:44I say, Mr. Zane, Ray's my pay. Eight years. Same pay. Now, new hires make more.
01:51But I brought in $80 million. I'm still talking when Ray suddenly slaps me.
01:56Before I can react, he slaps me two more times. Ray points at me and says,
02:02$80 million orders? The client stayed because of Azure Corp.
02:06You're lucky you got $6,000. Be grateful.
02:09I look up and see the angry look in Ray's eyes. I look past him and see my colleagues.
02:15None of them does anything. In the end, the hotel manager walks over.
02:20Mr., that's inappropriate.
02:21She looks at me and says softly,
02:23Miss, do you need our help?
02:25I shake my head and let the waiter take me to the lounge.
02:28I can still hear Ray's voice after the door closed.
02:31Call the police. See if I care.
02:33At the next moment, every sound is shut out. Gazing down, I look at my reflection in the phone.
02:39I look terrible. My hair has come loose at some point, like a madwoman.
02:43Then, someone enters the lounge. It's Mindy Lynch, a longtime staff.
02:48Today, she's already the deputy CEO. She sits next to me and says patiently,
02:52Julie, don't take it to heart. You just caught Ray on a bad day.
02:57I didn't move or look at her. I just stare at my phone and pull up the headhunter's text.
03:03I was offered a new opportunity, but I replied,
03:07Not at the moment. Thank you.
03:09But now, I reply differently.
03:11Let's talk. Mindy is still going on.
03:14As for this year's order, I'm aware of your contribution, and so is everyone else.
03:18But you have to see this. You couldn't have done it alone.
03:22Without Azure Corp's brand, the big clients would never have trusted a young woman like you.
03:28Your subordinates may not match your skills, but they contributed to Azure Corp in their own ways.
03:33You can't underplay their efforts.
03:35Mindy begins her manipulative talk again.
03:38You might not have the bonus, but it's a fair decision.
03:41You're still young. Look at the big picture.
03:44Next year, if you can keep up the good work, I'll personally fight for your bonus.
03:48Same old story for eight years.
03:51In Azure Corp's early days, I got no bonus.
03:55Mindy said,
03:56No orders, no bonus.
03:58Get results next year.
03:59I did what she wanted, but I still got nothing.
04:02Your qualifications are poor.
04:04Next year, I'll give you the bonus.
04:06I waited for years.
04:07My salary's the same, no bonuses, and I got slapped.
04:11Now, Mindy tells me to wait another year.
04:13I can't help but smile bitterly.
04:15I worked diligently for eight years, and I was taken for granted.
04:19Mindy sighs when she sees I don't react.
04:21Julie, be practical.
04:23Graduates from top colleges are everywhere.
04:26The job market is harsh.
04:28It's hard to get jobs.
04:29Your salary is quite decent.
04:31Just think it over.
04:32After Mindy leaves, my phone buzzes.
04:35It's the headhunter.
04:36Ms. Lane, you finally changed your mind.
04:39Can we talk on the phone?
04:40He's thrilled and passionate.
04:41I was never this respected in Azure Corp.
04:44The talk goes well, and his offer is very generous.
04:47If I join them, my salary is $60,000, with year-end bonuses and stock incentives.
04:52I can get what Azure Corp failed to give me in the past eight years.
04:56It's written in contract.
04:57I lower my phone and look at my cheek in the mirror.
05:00My time at Azure Corp has come to an end.
05:03The next day, I reach Azure Corp punctually to resign.
05:06My cheek is still slightly swollen, and there's red scab at my lips.
05:10When I walk in, the office immediately go quiet.
05:14My colleagues shoot me looks, openly mocking, curious, and gleeful.
05:19Lynn deliberately walks past me and speaks loud enough so everyone can hear her.
05:24Gee, you really showed up.
05:26I thought you'd need a break after yesterday.
05:28I ignore her and go to my workstation.
05:31A lot of unread mails pop up on my screen.
05:33The work group chat is flooding with last night's pictures.
05:37I ignore it and make a new file titled Resignation Letter.
05:41It's blunt and indifferent.
05:43No gratitude.
05:43No reflection.
05:45Just a simple, I resign immediately for personal reason.
05:48Then, I access an encrypted folder in my computer and open a document that has 80 pages.
05:54It's the core client handbook.
05:57It contains every information I learned in the past 8 years at the cost of my health.
06:03It's not just contacts and contracts.
06:06It's also rivalries, family details, and what makes them give in in the end.
06:11These details are how I close deals and make the collabs last.
06:16It's not company data.
06:18It's my years of work.
06:19I calmly encrypt and upload it to a private cloud.
06:22The rest of my data isn't important.
06:24After that, I rise, print my resignation letter, and sign it.
06:28I walk to Mr. Zane's office, knock, and enter.
06:31Ray is on the phone.
06:32When he sees me, his eyes are full of disgust.
06:35He ends the call shortly, leans into his chair, and sizes me up.
06:39Here to apologize?
06:40Last night, you wanted to call the...
06:42I interrupt him and show him my resignation letter.
06:44Ray gazes at it, his smile freezing.
06:46He slowly lights a cigarette and asks,
06:49Julie, I know I was harsh, but I had to give you a reality check, so you know your place.
06:54I respond calmly, I'm not here to argue.
06:57Approve my resignation.
06:58Ray exhales a smoke ring and flicks the ash.
07:00What?
07:01You're required to give me a 30 days notice.
07:04Don't even think about slacking off.
07:06I won't let you leave.
07:07Just like that.
07:08It's clear Ray wants to make my life hard during this time.
07:11That's when the phone on his desk rings.
07:14Ray picks up the phone.
07:15What is it?
07:15The system crashed?
07:17The data are gone?
07:18Mr. Wagner wants Julie to handle it?
07:20You all are useless.
07:21He slams the phone, visibly flustered.
07:24He glares at me with mixed emotions.
07:26Anger, reluctance, and the touch of embarrassment.
07:29Ray speaks through clenched teeth.
07:30Axion Tech's system is down.
07:33Their CEO, Ben, said he wants you on it.
07:35You still work for Azure Corp.
07:37So put out the fire.
07:38Mess this up, and you'll bear the consequences.
07:40I look at Ray's enraged face.
07:43How absurd.
07:44He needs me to save the company, but fails to reward me.
07:47I say, sure, but this is my last duty in the company.
07:50He knows what I'm saying.
07:52He'll have to approve my resignation if he wants me to settle it.
07:55Ray grits his teeth and agrees.
07:57Fine.
07:57Julie, you got me.
07:59Upon hearing that, I go to the tech department.
08:01Axion Tech has run into a nasty core code bug.
08:04Technicians are stumped.
08:06When they see me, they feel hopeful yet uneasy.
08:08I ignore them.
08:10Sit down and log in.
08:12Memories about Axion Tech's custom request during every system upgrade rush out.
08:17An hour later, the data are restored.
08:19Ben Wagner calls me directly.
08:21Julie, you're the only one I can count on.
08:24He says happily.
08:25Then, he adds softly,
08:26I heard about how Ray slapped you yesterday.
08:29What a scumbag.
08:30Anyway, my friends and I only want to collaborate with you, wherever you work.
08:35Also, I can always use someone like you.
08:38I say from my heart, thank you.
08:40My years of effort have won the approval of those who truly know their stuff.
08:44I return to Ray's office.
08:45He looks angry listening to the report.
08:47The issue solved, but he's still stressed.
08:49I give him my resignation letter.
08:51Mr. Zane, your approval.
08:53Ray gazes at the letter and looks at me.
08:55Julie, you know that you secured this order because of the company.
08:58If you leave, you won't amount to anything.
09:01I say bluntly, just get to it.
09:03After the earlier issue, Ray may have realized he needs me.
09:06Ray studies my expression.
09:08You want a pay raise.
09:09Fine, I'll bump your pay by $500.
09:12He sticks five fingers out as if he's done me a huge favor.
09:15$500?
09:16I sneer and say, sign it.
09:18Don't waste my time.
09:19No one has ever talked to him this way.
09:21He is beyond enraged.
09:23In the end, he signs my resignation letter and tosses it back to me.
09:26His tone is laced with anger.
09:28Julie, never forget this.
09:30You're nothing without AzureCorp.
09:32You'll have to beg for your old job back.
09:34I ignore him and tuck my letter away.
09:36In the afternoon, I report at my new workplace.
09:38I work as a project director earning $60,000.
09:41My office has a scenic view.
09:43I take a picture of my work ID and the view and upload it.
09:46The caption reads, to a new beginning.
09:48Many people like and comment on my post.
09:50Aside from my new colleagues, most of my old clients also commented.
09:54Ben writes, congrats.
09:56This time, it'll be better.
09:57Keep it up, partner.
09:58Jane writes, Julie, you're the best.
10:01We're signing a new contract with you.
10:03Hank writes, Ms. Lane, let's meet up and talk about next year's collaboration.
10:07Each comment arrives like a wordless statement.
10:10I'm about to lower my phone when I receive a call from a familiar number.
10:13My phone buzzes.
10:15It's Ray.
10:16He screams into the phone.
10:17Julie, what did you do?
10:19Why?
10:19Why did they all pull out?
10:21Julie, what the fuck did you do?
10:23Why are Axion Tech, Coral Tech, and Virex Tech pulling out?
10:26Is it your doing?
10:27I calmly pull away from the phone and don't speak until Ray stops shouting.
10:31Mr. Zane, I don't work there anymore.
10:33The clients have their own minds.
10:35Do you think they're that naive and gullible?
10:38Ray's breathing is ragged.
10:40Ray softens, sobbing.
10:42Julie, I'm sorry.
10:43I was wrong.
10:43I let the moment go to my head.
10:45Just come back.
10:46I'll raise your pay.
10:47No, I'll double it.
10:48$12,000.
10:49And the bonus as well.
10:50$20,000.
10:51No, $30,000.
10:53I interrupt him.
10:54Mr. Zane, remember what you said when you slapped me?
10:57The clients recognize the company, not me.
11:00A $6,000 salary is what I deserve.
11:02Now, I want you to listen to me.
11:04I speak coldly, enunciating each word.
11:06The company recognizes the clients.
11:08When you belittle the one staff who's supporting you, you should have seen this coming.
11:12No one will stain your company forever.
11:14Goodbye, Mr. Zane.
11:15Enjoy the liquidation.
11:17Then, I end the call and block Ray's number.
11:20I didn't hesitate at all.
11:21As if I'm throwing away a piece of rag.
11:23The next three days were hell for Ray and AzureCorp.
11:27The first day, eight core clients cancel their contracts.
11:30The next day, up to 23 clients did the same.
11:32The third day, Axion Tech, AzureCorp's biggest client, also cancels.
11:37Ben personally gives Ray a call.
11:39Due to changes in your company's core staff, I'm going to terminate our contract.
11:42Thanks for your past support.
11:44The core client base I built over five years has been lost, accounting for 85% of revenue.
11:49The cash flow has collapsed.
11:51The celebratory mood in the office is gone.
11:53In its place, a heavy silence and rising panic.
11:57Ray locks himself in his office, smashing stuff and letting out angry roars.
12:01Lynn leads some of Ray's trusted staff to convince the clients to stay, but their calls are dropped.
12:06Those who answer asks, how well do you know our business?
12:09What's the real cause of the last issue?
12:11They can't answer it.
12:12Then, they realize that for years, they wouldn't have such amazing performances without the foundation I lay down.
12:19They merely lived off my labor.
12:21Without me, they don't know anything about our clients.
12:23In AzureCorp, things fall apart.
12:26The capable staff start looking for other jobs, while the incompetent ones pin it on me, accusing me of stealing
12:31the clients.
12:32Diana from finance came to me in tears.
12:35Please refer me to your company.
12:36I give her the HR manager's email and say, AzureCorp doesn't deserve you.
12:41You deserve a better company.
12:43On the fourth day, in Nimbus Tech's conference room, I sit at the long table.
12:47A project proposal lies open in front of me.
12:50Aside from my new colleagues, some old friends are here too, including Ben, Jane, and Hank.
12:55Ben raises his wine glass.
12:57Julie.
12:57I mean, Ms. Lane.
12:58We discussed it.
13:00We enjoyed working with you.
13:01Now you're at Nimbus Tech, we intend to transfer the original orders here.
13:06We'll each lead two partner companies and lock in next year's collab with Nimbus.
13:10Jane chimes in decisively.
13:12Julie.
13:12Let's make this clear.
13:14We trust you as a person, not the companies.
13:16You're professional and reliable, and you care about us.
13:19Ray might not get you, but we do.
13:21We have faith in you.
13:23As I gaze at my old friends, I feel warmth rising within my chest,
13:26chasing away the bitterness of betrayal.
13:29I raise my cup.
13:30Thank you for your support, everyone.
13:31Nimbus Tech won't let you down.
13:33Here, those who drive results will receive the respect and reward.
13:37I assure you, this is real.
13:39My employment contract includes the profit-sharing clause and an incentive plan.
13:44The CEO, Kent Carter, tells me,
13:46Julie, we want your capability and resources.
13:48We pay you what you're worth.
13:50We don't do empty promises or manipulations.
13:53We share the success.
13:54That's when I know I came to the right place.
13:57Later, word gets out that Azure Corp delays salaries.
14:00Staff huddle outside Ray's office, demanding their salaries.
14:04Ray sells his car and assets to cover the salaries,
14:07but he can't pay the bonuses and compensations.
14:09The once-bustling company is now a mess.
14:12Plants have wilted.
14:14Office equipment are taken away.
14:15The motivational quotes on the wall hang crooked.
14:18Lynn tries searching for jobs,
14:19but the entire industry knows how Azure Corp's core team resigned after the CEO reamed them out and the clients
14:26left.
14:26These issues are why she fails each interview.
14:29In the end, she works as an admin in a company her relative runs.
14:32With a $3,000 salary, she became humble.
14:35Ray tries to secure financing, even taking out loans.
14:39None of it works.
14:39One gloomy, rainy afternoon, he signed on liquidation papers.
14:43Azure Corp has gone bankrupt.
14:45His properties and cars are auctioned off, and he's stuck with a crushing debt.
14:49I hear someone saw him in a 24-hour fast food joint in the countryside, wearing an old suit.
14:54His hair is mostly gray, and bending down, he cleans the table.
14:58Some regulars recognize him and talk about him.
15:01He merely keeps his head lowered and dash into the kitchen after he's done.
15:04Half year passes by.
15:05Nimbus Tech develops rapidly.
15:07We take over Azure Corp's clients and attract new clients due to better terms and my professional reputation.
15:13The company has doubled in size.
15:14We move into a bigger office building.
15:16I'm promoted to deputy GM, overseeing the core business.
15:19During the party, Kent gives me a share transfer agreement.
15:22Ms. Lane, you earned this.
15:24The company's profit has grown threefold.
15:27The shares are yours.
15:28We agreed on we'd share the success.
15:30Here you go.
15:31Everyone applause.
15:32My team members compose of who came from Azure Corp and those I recruited at Nimbus Tech.
15:37They're genuinely happy and proud.
15:39Scheming and bootlicking have no place here.
15:41Clear metrics.
15:42Clear rewards.
15:43Only the capable can rise here.
15:45It's simple and fair.
15:47People can focus on driving results.
15:49During the banquet, I went to the balcony.
15:51It's a perfect night.
15:52The city glowing softly.
15:53My phone buzzes.
15:54It's a long, elaborate text from Mindy.
15:57She said she also left Azure Corp for another company.
15:59But something felt off.
16:01She apologized for manipulating me.
16:03She finally understood.
16:04Exploiting the dedicated staff will just undermine the whole team.
16:07She wished me success.
16:08I don't reply to Mindy.
16:10Sometimes, an apology cannot undo the damage.
16:13Sometimes, there's no turning back.
16:15I no longer resent her.
16:16Mindy's just a product of that toxic place.
16:18She's not worth the time.
16:20Months later, at Nimbus Tech's annual event, I represent the company and spoke on our new vision and plans.
16:25When it's over, a Q&A session follows.
16:27A reporter asks,
16:29Ms. Lane, everyone knows you took Azure Corp's clients with you.
16:32What's your view on poaching your old company?
16:35Does this count as an unethical competition?
16:37The venue goes quiet.
16:39Everyone stares at me intensely.
16:40I pick up the microphone and say calmly,
16:42First, let me make this clear.
16:44I didn't poach Azure Corp.
16:46Eight years there.
16:47No pay raise.
16:48No bonuses.
16:49I was humiliated when I asked for a raise.
16:51So, I resigned by the book.
16:53Secondly, the clients chose to leave due to the service I provide them and their confidence in me.
16:58They leave because there's a better, safer choice.
17:00That's normal.
17:01Clients choose what works best for them.
17:03Lastly, I'd like to talk about my take on companies and employees.
17:07I look around, my voice crisp and firm.
17:09Many leaders believe an employee is nothing without the company.
17:13But they forgot that a company is built and sustained by each and every employee.
17:18Respecting them, especially those who bring results, isn't a favor.
17:22But essential to survival and growth.
17:24I say confidently, belittling employees, stealing the credit, and exploiting people are all recipes for disaster.
17:31Nimbus Tech believes that the best company is a place where everyone can shine and share in the success.
17:36We didn't poach anyone.
17:38What we have is a team willing to contribute to the company.
17:42At the next moment, I'm greeted with applauses.
17:44My clients' representatives are clapping.
17:47Kent's nodding with a smile.
17:48While my team members are standing up, misty-eyed.
17:52I know I mean every word I uttered.
17:54After the event, I received a text from an unknown number.
17:57It's just an image.
17:59In it, Ray's wearing a greasy uniform.
18:02His hair a mess.
18:03He's staring vacantly at the distant neon lights.
18:06Looking weary and withered underneath a dim light.
18:08I see a street-facing LED screen playing news clip from Nimbus' launch event in the background.
18:14My face is visible on it, too.
18:16It's an anonymous text, but maybe someone's still bitter about Azure Corp or enjoys making fun of Ray.
18:22I stare at it for a while.
18:24I don't feel pleasure or sympathy.
18:26Just an indifferent calmness.
18:28Ray used to give me so much pressure.
18:31But he's already become insignificant now.
18:33Meanwhile, I've climbed higher than he ever could.
18:36I delete the text and block the unknown number, too.
18:39Some images aren't worth saving.
18:41And some people aren't worth remembering.
18:43At the year-end company gala, I'm chosen as the employee of the year.
18:47The award praised my outstanding performance, professionalism, and amazing leadership, driving growth, and setting the bar for delivering results.
18:56Bonus is generous.
18:58Incentives are higher.
18:59But I care more about the unchecked excitement in the eyes of my team members.
19:04It's a feeling of being valued and appreciated for their work.
19:08What I once lacked, I now give to them.
19:10Later, Kent pulls me over and makes an announcement.
19:13Next year, Ms. Lane will lead the new sales division, focusing on high-end customized services with full company support.
19:20Kent adds,
19:21Also, we're launching Project Starlight to build up more core staff like Ms. Lane and share in the growth.
19:27Everyone's thrilled.
19:28I know this project isn't only for me.
19:30It's also a message and a promise.
19:33At Nimbus Tech, if you're capable and diligent, you can build your future and find where you belong.
19:38At night, everyone's left.
19:40I walk toward the floor-to-ceiling window.
19:41Outside, the city still glows brightly.
19:44My reflection in the mirror shows a sharp suit, neat, short hair, and a calm, confident gaze.
19:50The wound on my lips is gone.
19:51I think about how I wiped blood from my lips at the banquet a year ago.
19:55I think about how I was slapped and what Ray said to me.
19:59I think about the way my former colleagues look at me.
20:01Everything seems so distant yet so vivid.
20:04The agony and humiliation gives me a rough awakening and forces me to leave.
20:09My phone buzzes.
20:09It's a text from Mom.
20:11Sweetheart, I saw the news.
20:13You're amazing.
20:14Take care of yourself.
20:15We're proud of you.
20:16The simple text brings tears to my eyes.
20:18I take a deep breath and reply.
20:20Don't worry, Mom.
20:21I've never felt better.
20:23I lower my phone and look out the window again.
20:26I'm aware that my time has just started.
20:28And I won't be doing this alone.
20:31More people who believe and respect creating values will be there with me.
20:35Don't worry, Mom.
20:36I've never felt better.
20:38As I send my text, I hear footsteps behind me.
20:41Turning around, I see Kent holding two glasses of warm water.
20:45He hands me one of them and gazes out the window.
20:48Still awake?
20:49I take the glass, feeling warmth in my fingers.
20:51Planning the new division.
20:52Kent's tone is casual, but he sounds very serious.
20:56The HR department has given me names for Project Starlight.
20:59I've sorted through them.
21:00Three of them are former Azure Corp staff, and five of them are outstanding newcomers.
21:05I freeze before realizing it.
21:07It's Linda.
21:08When I resigned, they privately texted me messages of support.
21:12Later, they also resigned.
21:13I say, they're worth it.
21:15Nimbus Tech won't lower its standards for personal feelings.
21:19Kent grins.
21:20Their performances and client feedback are excellent.
21:23We fell silent for a minute.
21:25Then, he says, I receive news about Ray.
21:27I freeze slightly and say nothing.
21:29Kent continues indifferently.
21:31He couldn't pay his debts, and the debtors found him.
21:34It was a huge mess.
21:35The restaurant owner had to fire him and pay them a little.
21:38I quietly finish my water.
21:40Peace slowly settling in.
21:42I respond, not my business.
21:44Kent nods and drops the topic.
21:45The new sales division's launch meeting and Project Starlight's signing are at 9 a.m.
21:50I say, I'll be there on time.
21:52After Kent left, I stand there for a long time, not feeling any joy or regret.
21:57Everyone bears the cost of their choices.
22:00Ray chose arrogance and exploitation.
22:02And this is what happens.
22:03I chose to leave and fight.
22:05And I got what I want.
22:06The next morning, I arrived half an hour earlier.
22:09The conference room is ready.
22:11Name cards, Project Starlight contracts, and a screen looping Nimbus Tech's history.
22:16By 8.50 a.m., everyone is here.
22:19Linda and the others from Azure Corp sit together in sharp suits, looking tense but excited.
22:25The young newcomers are restrained yet clearly hopeful.
22:28At 9 a.m., Kent enters the conference room, and the meeting starts.
22:32He sweeps his eyes across the seats.
22:34Today's a big day for us.
22:36We're commencing the high-end service and witness the core staff's growth.
22:41He gestures at me.
22:42Ms. Lane, as the new division's head, walk us through the plan.
22:45I stand up and take the microphone.
22:47This customized service is about accuracy and exclusivity.
22:51We'll form three dedicated teams for finance, healthcare, and smart manufacturing.
22:56Every team will provide technical and customer support, ensuring a seamless delivery every step of the way.
23:01Project Starlight members will join as core staff with training and profit sharing.
23:06The next moment, everyone in the room applauds.
23:09Linda and the others clap hard, tears in their eyes.
23:13When it's time, they step forward and sign the contract.
23:16When it's Lynn's turn, her hands are trembling.
23:20She looks up at me gratefully and says,
23:22Ms. Lane, thank you.
23:24I respond in a smile.
23:25Thank yourself.
23:26Your determination brought you here.
23:28When it's over, I made Lynn and two former colleagues' day.
23:32I opened a file and say,
23:33Mr. Wagner has confirmed the first finance deal.
23:36Next Monday, we'll meet with him.
23:38Also, Ms. Lambert recommended a top-tier smart medical project.
23:42In smart manufacturing, Mr. Vance has two smart production lines that need upgrading.
23:46These are our first orders.
23:48Everything must go smoothly.
23:49They jot down what I say, nodding firmly.
23:52Linda says hesitantly,
23:53Ms. Lane, some old colleagues also wants to work here.
23:56While they've never stood up for you,
23:58they didn't boycott you either.
23:59I ponder for a second.
24:00Let them follow the procedures.
24:02Nimbus Tech welcomes the capable people.
24:04But we don't do old boys' specials.
24:06I say,
24:08All I care is what they have to offer to Nimbus Tech.
24:11Linda nods.
24:12Understood.
24:13For the next month, the new division is swamped.
24:15I meet the clients with my team,
24:17work through the nights,
24:18and solve issues.
24:19It's difficult, but everyone's spirited.
24:22After all, hard work is recognized and rewarded here.
24:25One afternoon, I'm discussing Axion Tech's project.
24:27When someone knocks on the door,
24:29Ruby Stiller, the HR manager,
24:31walks in looking a little uneasy.
24:33Ms. Lane, someone called Mindy is looking for you.
24:37Says it's urgent.
24:38Mindy, it takes me a second to remember.
24:40It's the old deputy CEO.
24:42I lower my documents and say,
24:44Let her in.
24:45Mindy walks into my office shortly.
24:46She looks much more miserable.
24:48Her hair is gray,
24:49and she's wearing a worn-out jacket.
24:51She's nothing like her old self.
24:53Her voice is a little hoarse.
24:54Julie, it's been a while.
24:55I point at the chair across the table.
24:58She says,
24:58I appreciate this.
24:59After she sat,
25:00she clasps her fingers nervously.
25:02I ask directly,
25:04What do you want?
25:05Mindy looks up,
25:06eyes pleading.
25:07I need a job.
25:08After Azure Corp,
25:09I searched for jobs.
25:10No one wants me.
25:11They said I helped Ray exploit employees.
25:14I'm a bad person.
25:15I know what I did is wrong,
25:16and you don't have to help me.
25:18But my husband is bedridden,
25:19and my kid is studying.
25:21I'm desperate.
25:22Mindy pulls out medical bills
25:23and medical reports from her purse.
25:25Julie, you're a kind person.
25:27Take pity on me
25:28and give me a chance.
25:29I look at the papers,
25:30then at her wrinkled face,
25:32feeling a mix of emotions.
25:33Her manipulation did hurt me,
25:35but I still feel a little sorry for her.
25:37I speak slowly.
25:38We have proper hiring procedures here.
25:41I can't just give you a job.
25:42Mindy's gaze immediately drops,
25:44a bitter smile forming.
25:45Then, I add,
25:47That said,
25:47the new division needs
25:48a customer records admin,
25:50organizing and maintaining client data.
25:52We need someone meticulous,
25:53patient,
25:54and has knowledge on the position.
25:56If you want it,
25:57you can apply for it.
25:58I'll talk to the HR manager
25:59and get you a chance to compete for it.
26:01But it depends on you.
26:03If you will get the job,
26:04not me.
26:05Mindy looks up,
26:06hope in her eyes.
26:07Thank you, Julie.
26:08I swear I'll do my best.
26:10I won't stir up any trouble.
26:12She stands up and bows at me.
26:13I respond calmly.
26:15You're welcome.
26:16I merely gave you a chance.
26:17It's up to you now.
26:19After Mindy left,
26:20I give Ruby a call
26:21and tell her about this.
26:22I didn't condemn Mindy
26:23because of the past,
26:24nor did I break the rules
26:25out of sympathy.
26:26Perhaps this the fairest approach.
26:28A week later,
26:29Ruby tells me Mindy
26:31passed the interview
26:31and will work
26:32as customer records admin.
26:34Ruby adds,
26:35She was sincere
26:36during the interview.
26:37She had her own take
26:38on the position.
26:38And she's very humble,
26:40with none of her old attitudes.
26:42I nod and say,
26:43That's great.
26:44In the days ahead,
26:45I'd run into Mindy at times.
26:46Mindy is always modest
26:48and diligent,
26:49greeting every colleague.
26:50Very different from
26:51the haughty woman
26:52I once knew.
26:53Once,
26:54I walk past her workstation
26:55and see her verifying
26:56a client's file.
26:57Her notebook
26:58is packed with remarks.
26:59She stands up
27:00when she sees me
27:01and greets me.
27:01I ask,
27:02Are you doing well?
27:03Mindy responds shyly,
27:05Quite well.
27:06The people here are nice.
27:07I appreciate this job
27:08I got with your help.
27:10I say,
27:10Keep it up.
27:11Brief and to the point.
27:12I turn and leave.
27:14As I look back,
27:15I suddenly realize
27:16people only understand
27:17themselves better
27:17after certain experiences.
27:19That applies to the both of us.
27:21Three months later,
27:21the first batch of projects
27:23launch smoothly.
27:24Axion Tech's finance system
27:25runs smoothly
27:26after going live,
27:27improving efficiency
27:28by 30%.
27:29The top-tier
27:30smart healthcare project
27:31receive high praise
27:32and local media coverage.
27:34The two smart manufacturing
27:35line upgrades
27:36cut client costs substantially,
27:38and they offer
27:38a long-term collaboration
27:40with Nimbus Tech.
27:41The new division
27:42keeps doing better,
27:43becoming Nimbus Tech's
27:44new growth driver.
27:45Kent commended my team again
27:46at a company event.
27:48Ms. Lane and her team
27:49created a miracle
27:50in three months.
27:51They proved with results
27:53that Project Starlight
27:54is a success,
27:55and our talent strategy
27:56is right.
27:57Everyone applauds,
27:58and my team members
27:59wear proud smiles
28:00on their faces.
28:01After the event,
28:02Ben, Jane, and Hank
28:03stay back to celebrate
28:05with us in an elegant restaurant.
28:07Laughter's fill the room.
28:08Ben raises his wine glass.
28:09Ms. Lane,
28:10you've really stepped up.
28:11I was right about you.
28:13Jane smiles and says,
28:14I knew I can rely on you.
28:16We've given you
28:17every resources we have.
28:18Hank chimes in.
28:19We'll count on you
28:20going forward.
28:21I raise my glass.
28:23You're too kind.
28:24We achieved this together.
28:25Without your trust and support,
28:27we wouldn't have come this far.
28:28After some drinks,
28:29Ben suddenly says,
28:30Anyway, Ms. Lane,
28:32something happened to Ray.
28:33I freeze mid-toast
28:35and fall silent.
28:36Ben continues,
28:37Ray's debt is too huge,
28:39and he's sued.
28:39He's now blacklisted in the system,
28:41losing many basic privileges.
28:43He can only work local odd jobs.
28:45Jane purses her lips.
28:46He had it coming
28:47for treating her that way.
28:48What a fool.
28:49Hank waves.
28:50Talking about him
28:51ruins the mood.
28:52Let's focus on collaborations instead.
28:54The talk shifts back to business,
28:55and the room becomes lively again.
28:57I savor the red wine in my hand,
28:59feeling indifferent.
29:01Ray chose to walk down this path.
29:03Meanwhile,
29:04I'm already moving
29:05towards something greater.
29:06After the celebration ends,
29:08Linda drives me home.
29:09She suddenly asks,
29:10Ms. Lane,
29:11I heard Mindy has been doing well.
29:13Ruby says,
29:14her client records
29:14are the most detailed
29:15and accurate.
29:16Moreover,
29:17she even offers
29:18to help other colleagues.
29:20Everyone speaks highly of her.
29:21I'm surprised.
29:22Really?
29:23Linda nods.
29:24Yeah,
29:25she even told me
29:26how grateful she was to you.
29:28Linda adds,
29:29Mindy said she went astray
29:31under Ray,
29:31only looking out
29:32for power and profit.
29:33Now,
29:34she realizes that
29:34doing honest work
29:35with real skills
29:36is what matters.
29:37I grin,
29:38but say nothing.
29:39Everyone has their own lives.
29:41Mindy has the universe
29:42to thank for this opportunity.
29:43The car stops at the entrance.
29:45Before I get out,
29:46Linda says,
29:46Ms. Lane,
29:47I've been meaning to ask.
29:48Back then,
29:49when Ray treated you that way,
29:50why didn't you hate the clients?
29:52They knew you were mistreated,
29:54but none of them stood up for you.
29:55I fall silent,
29:56then slowly say,
29:58we have professional relationships.
29:59They recognized me
30:01and chose to work with me.
30:02That's enough.
30:03I can't ask them to stand up for me,
30:05let alone hate them.
30:06Plus,
30:07they chose to bring their business
30:08to Nimbus Corp because of me.
30:10That's a great recognition.
30:11Don't be too greedy
30:12and don't hold grudges.
30:14Forgiveness sets you free as well.
30:16Linda nods hesitantly.
30:18Ms. Lane,
30:18you're really wise.
30:19I grin and open the door.
30:21You'll get it with time.
30:23Get some rest.
30:24After I wash up,
30:26I go to the bed,
30:27but I can't sleep.
30:28I look at the old pictures
30:30mom sent me.
30:31Mom and dad are standing
30:32behind a flower bed,
30:33smiling brightly.
30:34I send mom a text.
30:36Mom,
30:37I'll be coming home after a while.
30:38She replies,
30:39great,
30:40we'll be waiting.
30:41You don't have to bring us gifts.
30:43Just come home.
30:44Reading mom's text
30:45fills my heart with warmth,
30:46loving parents,
30:47a successful career,
30:48and reliable team members.
30:50My life is complete.
30:51In six months,
30:52Nimbus Tech grows even larger.
30:54The new division expands steadily.
30:56Project Starlight produces more talents.
30:59Mindy's outstanding performance
31:00earns her a promotion to team leader
31:02with three subordinates.
31:04She says to me sincerely,
31:05Ms. Lane,
31:06thank you.
31:06I have no idea where I'd be now
31:08if you hadn't given me a chance.
31:10I can pay my husband's medical fees
31:12and my kids' tuition fees.
31:14This job gave me more than a living.
31:15It also gave me back my dignity.
31:18I smile and say,
31:19don't thank me.
31:20It's all your own effort.
31:22Keep it up.
31:22It'll only get better.
31:24Mindy nods firmly.
31:25Fully resolved.
31:26One day,
31:27I suddenly receive a call
31:28from an unknown number.
31:30I hesitate,
31:30then answer it.
31:31A stranger's voice
31:32comes over the phone.
31:34Hello?
31:34Is this Ms. Julie Lane?
31:36I respond,
31:37who are you?
31:37He says,
31:38I'm from the Chamber of Commerce.
31:40We're holding an industry summit.
31:41We'd like you as the keynote speaker
31:43to share your experience and insight.
31:45I'm stunned.
31:46My experience?
31:47He says,
31:48yes.
31:49You left Azure Corp,
31:50taking the core clients
31:51to Nimbus Tech.
31:52In just a year,
31:53you achieved outstanding results.
31:55Your journey has become an industry story,
31:58garnering wide respect.
31:59We hope you can share
32:00how you overcame adversity
32:02and led your team to success.
32:03I ponder for a while before agreeing.
32:05Okay, I'll go.
32:07I hang up and look out the window,
32:09feeling sentimental.
32:10A year ago,
32:11I was humiliated at Azure Corp's event
32:13and couldn't get a pay raise.
32:15Now,
32:15I became the industry's role model,
32:17invited to share my experiences.
32:19Life truly is full of surprises.
32:21At the industry summit,
32:22the hall is packed.
32:24Entrepreneurs and elites fill the seats.
32:26When I walk to the stage
32:27and grab the microphone,
32:28I don't feel nervous at all,
32:30only calm and composure.
32:31Hi, everyone.
32:32I'm Julie from Nimbus Tech.
32:34Today,
32:34I won't talk about management theories
32:36or shortcuts to success.
32:38Instead,
32:38I want to share a story
32:39about self-worth and respect.
32:41It starts with my eight years
32:42at Azure Corp.
32:43The $80 million contract,
32:45the $6,000 salary,
32:47the three slaps at the event,
32:48and the indifferent stares.
32:50The hall goes silent.
32:51Everyone's listening intently.
32:53I add,
32:54back then,
32:55I always wondered
32:55if I'm as worthless
32:56as my former CEO said.
32:58Only after I left
32:59and saw the clients stood by me,
33:01did I realize that my value
33:03was never others to define.
33:05I continue,
33:06my value is built
33:07over my sleepless nights
33:08and relentless efforts
33:09over the last eight years.
33:11Know this,
33:12every person who creates value
33:13is worthy of respect.
33:15As employees,
33:16we should know our own worth,
33:17not be manipulated,
33:19and never lose our boundaries.
33:20As management,
33:22we must respect the staff,
33:23especially those
33:24who create core values.
33:26Companies and employees
33:27are never in opposition.
33:28An excellent staff
33:29can help his company grow,
33:30and a big company
33:31gives its staff
33:33a chance to shine.
33:34Nimbus Tech's success
33:35isn't about me.
33:36It's built on one belief.
33:38Reward those who create value,
33:40and the company can grow bigger.
33:41In the next moment,
33:42everyone gave me
33:43a thunderous applause,
33:45standing up and cheering me on,
33:46their gazes filled with respect.
33:49I see Kent,
33:50standing in the crowd
33:51and smiling at me.
33:52I see Linda and my team,
33:54their eyes red with emotion.
33:55I also see Mindy,
33:57applauding with a relieved smile.
33:59In that moment,
34:00I suddenly realize
34:01I didn't achieve all this
34:03just for myself.
34:04I also did it for people like me,
34:06those who work quietly,
34:07without recognition.
34:08I want to show them
34:10that the world
34:10will give them what they want
34:12if they never give up
34:13on creating values.
34:15After the summit,
34:16people huddle around me,
34:17intending to get my phone number.
34:19Business owners want my advice.
34:21Entrepreneurs want a collaboration.
34:22I respond to each of them,
34:24wearing a confident smile.
34:26Stepping outside,
34:27warm sunlight falls on me.
34:28Linda and the team rush over.
34:30She says,
34:31Ms. Lane,
34:31what a speech.
34:33People are asking
34:33if they can join Nimbus Tech.
34:35Ms. Lane,
34:35you're an industry sensation now.
34:37I smile and say,
34:38the credit isn't mine alone.
34:40It's the result of our effort.
34:41I'm buying everyone a meal.
34:43We chat merrily
34:44on our way to the restaurant.
34:45Sunlight stretching our shadows.
34:47I know this isn't the end,
34:48but a new beginning.
34:50The road ahead is long,
34:51and there might be more obstacles,
34:52but I'm not afraid,
34:53and I'm no longer alone.
34:55I have teammates who trust me,
34:57families who support me,
34:58and clients who value me.
35:00More importantly,
35:01I found my self-worth
35:03and where I belong.
35:04I'll keep moving forward,
35:05create more values,
35:06and help more people
35:08realize their dreams.
35:09My time is just beginning,
35:11and I'm ready for it.
35:12Laughter fills the restaurant's
35:14private room.
35:15Linda raises her glass,
35:16looking excited.
35:17Ms. Lane,
35:18I won't forget your speech.
35:19The new recruit,
35:20Finn Yates,
35:20says,
35:21I thought this is just a job.
35:23Now I see,
35:24we create value
35:24and shine, too.
35:26I clink glasses with them.
35:27You were always good.
35:28Nimbus just gave you the chance.
35:30Mindy holds a cup of warm water
35:32and says gently,
35:33Ms. Lane,
35:33your speech moved me deeply.
35:35I only cared about fame
35:36and profit
35:37and forgot my purpose.
35:38Now I know creating value
35:39brings real peace.
35:41I say sincerely,
35:42I'm glad you see it.
35:43Everyone saw your transformation.
35:45Keep it up.
35:46More people will see your worth.
35:47There is no hierarchy here,
35:49just shared bonds
35:50and hope for the future.
35:51Linda and I go on a stroll,
35:53a gentle breeze easing the heat.
35:55Linda asks,
35:56Ms. Lane,
35:57what's our next step?
35:58I pointed at a light,
35:59refine the customized service
36:00to the highest level
36:01and expand overseas.
36:03Mr. Wagner and the others said,
36:05my phone buzzes.
36:05It's mom,
36:07sweetheart.
36:07Petra's son also works in tech.
36:09He wants to know you.
36:10I smile helplessly.
36:11Mom,
36:12I just want to focus on work
36:13and nothing else.
36:14Then,
36:15I hang up.
36:15Linda grins.
36:16Sounds like a blind date.
36:17I respond,
36:19yeah,
36:19but I've got my job.
36:20I'm not lonely.
36:22Next,
36:22we focus on expanding overseas.
36:24Ben reaches out to Mason Lowe,
36:26a cross-border entrepreneur
36:27who has connections
36:28and resources.
36:29He likes our customized services.
36:31The team work late
36:32for the preparation.
36:33Mindy volunteers
36:34to handle oversee client data.
36:36I had some relevant experience
36:37at Azure Corp.
36:38She's changed
36:39from a manipulative deputy CEO
36:41to a reliable teammate.
36:42I entrusted the task to her.
36:43A week later,
36:44Mason arrives at Nimbus Tech.
36:46Mason is sharp,
36:47witty,
36:48and humorous.
36:49He listens closely
36:49to my presentation.
36:51My team and I
36:51handle his questions
36:52with ease.
36:53Mindy's data
36:54is very useful.
36:55It outlines the Istro market,
36:57its demand,
36:57and risk.
36:58And Mason is very impressed.
37:00Ms. Lane,
37:01your team is professional.
37:02Companies like this are rare.
37:04He adds decisively,
37:05start with two of my companies first.
37:07If it works,
37:07more will follow.
37:08After Mason left,
37:09the room erupts in cheers.
37:11Finn jumps up in excitement.
37:13We entered the overseas market.
37:15But overseas expansion
37:16isn't smooth.
37:17Our first proposal
37:18for an Istro client
37:19is rejected
37:20because several details
37:21violated local customs.
37:22The client says,
37:24how can we trust you
37:25when you don't know our culture?
37:26My team is demoralized.
37:28Linda blames herself.
37:29I should have done my research.
37:31I comfort her.
37:32No, Linda.
37:33It's normal to run into issues.
37:35We just have to learn from it.
37:37I immediately arrange
37:38a cultural consultant
37:39for system training.
37:40Mindy composes local culture
37:42and industry info
37:43into a manual.
37:45Linda amends the proposal
37:46with the tech team.
37:48After that,
37:49my team learned cultural context
37:50and refined the proposal.
37:52Mindy's data details
37:53the negotiation tactics
37:54our client uses.
37:55Linda and the techs
37:56work all nights,
37:57sleeping only four hours daily.
37:59When our client
38:00finally signs the contract,
38:02Linda is moved to tears.
38:04Ms. Lane,
38:04we did it.
38:05I give her a tissue.
38:06More challenges
38:07are waiting for us.
38:08Keep up the intensity.
38:09Overseas sales
38:09will get better.
38:10Business gradually stabilizes
38:12after the first Istro order.
38:13More Istro clients
38:15come in through referrals.
38:16We hire multilingual
38:17overseas specialists.
38:19The overseas sales team
38:20keeps expanding.
38:21One day,
38:22Ruby brings me good news.
38:24Ms. Lane,
38:25new rep Miles
38:26closed three orders
38:27in two months.
38:28He's the top
38:29among new staff.
38:30Miles' resume,
38:3228,
38:32top college grad,
38:34overseas experience,
38:35trilingual,
38:36deep knowledge
38:37of the Istro market.
38:38Send him to my office.
38:39He got my attention.
38:41That afternoon,
38:42Miles shows up
38:42in a sharp suit,
38:43his gaze calm and firm.
38:45I say directly,
38:46you've done well.
38:47Tell me your take
38:48on overseas expansion.
38:50Miles answers coherently.
38:51Competition is fierce
38:52on the Istro market.
38:54We should consolidate it
38:55and expand to Darun and Averon.
38:57Their internet industry
38:58is rapidly growing.
38:59They need customized service.
39:01There are also
39:01more opportunities there.
39:03We'll offer multiple language,
39:04re-time support
39:05to meet clients' needs.
39:07Miles share the ideas I have.
39:08I make a decision.
39:10I'll form another overseas team.
39:11And you're the leader.
39:13You'll have the resources.
39:14Miles freezes.
39:15Then stands firm.
39:16Thank you, Ms. Lane.
39:17I won't let you down.
39:19Miles keeps his words.
39:20Leading his team
39:22to sign the first Darun order.
39:24The revenue is small,
39:25but it's a big step
39:27on overseas market.
39:28Kent commended Miles
39:29at a company event.
39:30Miles proves
39:31Project Starlight works.
39:33It grooms talents
39:34and attracts elites.
39:35Nimbus Tech provides chances
39:37to those with dreams.
39:38Everyone applauds,
39:39and Miles looks very proud
39:40with his team.
39:41Late night.
39:42It's raining outside.
39:43I'm about to call a cab
39:45when Miles' car pulls over.
39:47Ms. Lane,
39:48let me give you a ride.
39:49It's on the way.
39:49I get into his car.
39:51Suddenly, Miles says,
39:52Ms. Lane,
39:53I've always admired you.
39:54You've come a long way
39:55since Azure Corp.
39:56People say you got lucky,
39:57but I know it's hard work
39:59and dedication.
40:00You taught me
40:00that steady work
40:01and real value
40:02lead to reward.
40:03I grin.
40:04Success comes from effort
40:05and persistence.
40:06I'm lucky
40:07I have an amazing CEO
40:08and a good team.
40:09We arrive at my place shortly.
40:11I thank Miles
40:11and watch as his car drives away.
40:13Life is like this storm.
40:14Although it's harsh,
40:15it'll get better
40:16if we persevere.
40:17Before long,
40:18Kent sends me a text.
40:19Meeting at 9 a.m.,
40:20we'll talk about IPO.
40:22Be there.
40:22The notion gets me very excited.
40:24Nimbus Tech readies for IPO
40:26amid challenges.
40:27Next morning,
40:28Kent says,
40:29Our growth means
40:30we're ready for IPO.
40:32It means more funds,
40:34bigger sway,
40:34and more rewards
40:35for staff and shareholders.
40:37The consultant walks us
40:38through the process
40:38and demands,
40:39and everyone joins
40:40in the discussion.
40:41After the meeting,
40:42Kent asked me to stay.
40:43Another team will handle
40:45IPO preparations.
40:47You'll lead core sales
40:48and overseas expansion.
40:49Also,
40:50once we go public,
40:51you and your team
40:51will have more incentives.
40:53You earned it.
40:53I'm very moved.
40:55I'll do my best.
40:56After that,
40:57everyone pushes ahead
40:58for IPO preparations.
40:59The core sales
41:00and expansion stays steady.
41:01Miles leads the Daroon team
41:03and signs more major orders.
41:05Overseas revenue
41:06keeps rising.
41:07Mindy receives
41:08an exemplary award.
41:09She's thrilled
41:09when we talk.
41:10Ms. Lane,
41:11I never thought
41:11I'd get this.
41:12Thank you so much.
41:13I smile and say,
41:15you earned this yourself.
41:16The future is wide open.
41:18Time flies.
41:19By year-end,
41:20Nimbus Tech hit new highs.
41:21Overseas revenues
41:22surpassed 30%.
41:24The IPO application
41:25is accepted.
41:26The annual event
41:27is bigger than before
41:28with guests,
41:29partners,
41:30and media.
41:30I wear a tailored dress
41:32and greet guests.
41:33Ben smiles and says,
41:35Heard you going IPO.
41:35I can't wait already.
41:37The annual gala kicks off.
41:39Kent gives a speech,
41:40reviews the achievements,
41:41and announces,
41:42Our IPO application
41:44has been accepted.
41:45The crowd goes wild.
41:46Employees cheer.
41:48Guests applaud.
41:49I'm nominated
41:49as the outstanding contributor
41:51with a higher bonus
41:52and incentives.
41:53Linda,
41:53Miles,
41:54Mindy
41:54also win awards.
41:55When I step on stage
41:56to accept mine,
41:57everyone applauds.
41:58I can't help but tear up.
42:00I am where I am today.
42:02Thanks to Mr. Carter,
42:03my team,
42:03and my partners.
42:04I didn't believe hard work
42:05would pay off
42:06until I joined Nimbus Tech.
42:08Creating value matters here.
42:10Going public
42:10is a new challenge for us.
42:12I'll keep pressing forward
42:13with all of you
42:14and make Nimbus Tech better.
42:16Moments later,
42:17everyone applauds.
42:18Ben,
42:18everyone enjoys the celebration.
42:20With a wine glass in hand,
42:21I drink with each employee
42:23and partner.
42:23Miles comes over.
42:25Ms. Lane,
42:25congrats.
42:26Also,
42:27thank you.
42:27I respond,
42:28fate favors the prepared.
42:30You earned this.
42:31Mindy comes over.
42:32Ms. Lane,
42:33a toast to you.
42:34I found myself because of you.
42:36I drink with her and say,
42:37let us build a better tomorrow.
42:39After the annual gala,
42:41Miles offers me a ride home.
42:42I accept it.
42:43He asks me hesitantly in the car,
42:45when will you think
42:46about your love life?
42:47I smile and say,
42:49that's up to fate.
42:50I like the way I am now.
42:51The car arrives at my place.
42:53I thank Miles and get out.
42:54I lie down after washing up.
42:56Mom sends me a text.
42:57I saw the news,
42:58sweetheart.
42:59Amazing.
43:00I'm proud of you.
43:00I'll stop bugging you
43:01about your love life.
43:02Warmth fills my heart.
43:04I reply,
43:05I'm doing great.
43:06Then I look out the window.
43:07Stars are shining.
43:08The night is quiet.
43:10Nimbus' IPO faces challenges,
43:12including overseas expansion.
43:14But I'm not scared anymore.
43:15Not when I have the best team,
43:17reliable partners,
43:17and a supportive family.
43:19Respecting all efforts,
43:20I'll keep my words,
43:21create value,
43:22and overcome anything.
43:24Nimbus Tech's time has come,
43:26and my life is also shining
43:27at its brightest.
43:28I close my eyes with calm
43:30and confidence.
43:31The future looks promising.
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