The programmer and his woman

Chapter 120 It’s terrible

"Everyone warmly welcomes Director Wang!" Director Ren's voice echoed in the conference room, loud and enthusiastic. His words were like a spring breeze, instantly blowing away the tense atmosphere in the room. However, to me, this breeze was like a thorny bush, which made me feel an inexplicable tension.

As Director Ren finished speaking, warm applause broke out from the audience, like a tide. I sat aside, listening to the echo of the applause, but I became more and more uneasy. Why did this scene make me feel so similar to the opening ceremony of Xiaolin from the Human Resources Department last time? I couldn't help but start to think back, did I accidentally offend this director somewhere again? Is this another "struggle session" that is about to take place? I pondered secretly, full of doubts.

However, to my surprise, Director Ren did not give me a hard time, but continued to talk about the next task arrangement of their department. He elaborated in detail on the specific content, time nodes and expected results of each task. His speech was fast and powerful, and his logic was clear, but I was confused. These professional terms and complex task arrangements made me feel extremely confused, and I even began to doubt whether I was really called to listen to this report.

Manager Ren's speech lasted for nearly an hour and finally ended. He looked at me, smiled and asked, "Director Wang, do you understand what I just said?" I nodded and replied, "Oh, I understand. I understand what Manager Ren said." Although my answer was a bit vague, Manager Ren didn't seem to care.

"Great!" he said excitedly, "Then, Director Wang, how do you think we can complete this amount of work in this amount of time?" I hesitated. It was obvious that such a large amount of work could not be completed in this amount of time, so I replied, "I think the time is a bit tight." I tried my best to make my tone sound objective and pertinent.

Manager Ren seemed very satisfied with my answer, and he immediately asked, "Oh? That's great! How long does Director Wang think it will take to complete these tasks?" I shook my head and replied, "Oh, I don't understand that. I'm not from your department, and I don't understand your work processes." I tried to dodge his questioning in this way.

However, Director Ren did not give up. He continued, "You are so kind! We invited you here to listen to your suggestions. I heard that you have a wide range of knowledge and are involved in a wide range of topics, so our department asked the leader to invite you to discuss how to proceed with the next work." His tone was full of expectation and sincerity.

I sighed helplessly, thinking that since I couldn't shirk it, I had to tell the truth. So I said casually: "I don't understand this. I'm just talking nonsense. I think it will take at least twice as long to complete these tasks." As soon as I finished speaking, I saw Manager Ren quickly said to one of his employees: "Xiao Liu, remember Director Wang's guidance - complete all tasks in two months."

I was stunned. Looking at Manager Ren's serious expression and Xiao Liu who was busy recording, I felt an inexplicable anger in my heart. I asked sternly, "Manager Ren, what do you mean by this? I just mentioned a time when you were asking me anxiously. Why did you write it down?"

Director Ren looked up at me and explained, "Don't be nervous, Director Wang. We didn't take your words as a joke or casual remarks. We really value your opinions and suggestions. We invited you here this time and sincerely hope that you can provide us with some valuable advice and guidance. We believe that your experience and knowledge can be of great help to the work of our department."

After listening to Manager Ren's explanation, my anger gradually subsided. I realized that I might be too sensitive and nervous. I took a deep breath and tried to make my tone calm and sincere: "Manager Ren, thank you for your trust. But I really don't understand the specific work of your department. I can only give you some suggestions based on my experience and intuition. I hope these suggestions can be helpful to you."

Manager Ren smiled and nodded, with a gentle and kind expression on his face, and said: "Of course! Your suggestions are very valuable to us. We will definitely adopt your suggestions without hesitation." His tone was firm and sincere, making people feel how much he values ​​other people's opinions.

Hearing Manager Ren's answer, I couldn't help but feel warm inside. This feeling of being respected and trusted is so wonderful, and it made me feel that my value has been recognized. However, Manager Ren's next question made me a little confused.

"Then Director Wang, what do you think of arranging these colleagues to carry out this task?" Director Ren continued to ask me. I muttered to myself, why did he ask for my opinion on how to arrange the employees in his department? This seems a bit unreasonable.

Thinking of this, I tactfully responded, "Manager Ren, I am not familiar with the colleagues in your department, nor do I know their abilities and characteristics. Therefore, it may not be appropriate for me to express my opinions on how to allocate and arrange work. After all, as the head of the department, you should be more aware of the actual situation of each employee and the tasks they are suitable for. Therefore, I think it is better for you to make the most appropriate decision."

I tried to express my ideas in a tactful way, hoping to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings or conflicts. At the same time, I also wanted to emphasize the scope of our respective responsibilities to avoid causing trouble to each other.

"You have a lot of work experience, I want to hear your suggestions, these people on the list are the best of the best! They are all capable people in our department, all on this list!" Manager Ren introduced enthusiastically. Hearing Manager Ren's comments, my original doubts gradually faded, and I responded casually: "Time is so tight, the workload is so huge, if we can choose these elites on the list to take charge of this work, it would be great!"

Seeing that I agreed with his proposal, Director Ren's smile became brighter, and he turned to Xiao Liu beside him and said, "Xiao Liu, quickly write down what Director Wang just said - arrange the people on the list to carry out this mission." I couldn't help but feel puzzled, frowned, and my tone became serious. I asked, "Director Ren, what do you mean by this? I just said casually that I thought it would be more appropriate to let these elites on the list do it. Why did you ask someone to write it down? What is your intention?"

Facing my question, Director Ren quickly waved his hand and explained: "Director Wang, please don't misunderstand! We all admire your ability and wisdom, so we really want to hear your valuable opinions!"

He glanced at Xiao Liu, who nodded slightly. Manager Ren took the printed documents from him, then gently handed them to me and said, "Director Wang! I have always admired your abilities! Not only that, but everyone in our department also admires you very much! So, this time I firmly believe that if you become our instructor, then our department's mission will be successfully completed! Here, this is the plan for our project. Please take a look. If there is no problem, just sign it here!"

I carefully studied the plan, and the blank spaces were filled with the content that had just been confirmed to me in the meeting. However, what was even more infuriating was that the signature column for the project leader was blank! This manager had the audacity to ask me to sign here. I am not a fool, how could I be easily fooled? He must have no confidence in completing this task, so he had to ask the boss and tried to involve me. But the problem is, I am not familiar with him, so why did he choose to find me?

After some thought, I suddenly realized. It was probably the rumors in the company that were causing trouble. He thought I was easy to bully and was trying to play with me like a monkey. He just flattered me, saying that I was their consultant and they had to consult me ​​on everything. My opinion was the emperor's decree. If I was really fooled by his sweet talk and thought I had absolute authority, and then signed my name triumphantly, then if the mission failed, he would not hesitate to push me out to take the blame and make me a scapegoat.

Thinking of this, I couldn't help but sneer, shook my head and said, "Manager Ren, Manager Ren, your wishful thinking is really ingenious!" As I said this, I pushed the document back to him without any hesitation. Looking at the document in front of me, my heart was filled with disdain and anger. I will never sign this!

At this moment, I have completely understood the intention of Director Ren. He wants to use me to achieve a certain goal, but this behavior is really unacceptable. In this case, this meeting has no meaning for me, and I don't want to waste time any more. So, I stood up resolutely and prepared to leave this suffocating meeting room.

Just as I turned to leave, Manager Ren shouted to me, "Director Wang, I asked the boss for permission to find you this time, and you just gave us some advice, which everyone can testify to. So, whether you sign or not, you have already participated in this project."

I am now in a state of deep trouble and surrounded by enemies! Not only is it difficult to carry out the work of my own department, but I have also made enemies in several other departments. What's worse, there are people like Director Ren who are eyeing me covetously and trying to take advantage of me. All this makes me feel extremely stressed and anxious, as if I am in a dark swamp, sinking deeper and deeper.

The more I thought about this group of people who took advantage of my misfortune, the more angry I became. When I walked back to my workstation, sat down quietly, turned on my computer and prepared to start working, the notification sound of a new email broke the tranquility of the office. I clicked on the email and saw the letter from the vice president. The words were full of sincere emotions and deep reflection.

"Hello, Xiao Wang. First of all, I want to express my sincere apologies for leaving you without saying goodbye. After our last conversation, I thought about our conversation again and again, and I realized that you were actually right. However, in the workplace, sometimes we have to compromise with reality and give up our principles and persistence in order to consider the overall situation.

In fact, I have been patient in this company for a long time and felt powerless to do anything about many injustices. But in a recent conversation with my boss, I finally decided not to be patient anymore. At that moment, I have never felt so happy and relieved.

During the days I spent with you, I saw your rare sincerity and persistence. In this workplace full of hypocrisy and conflicts of interest, you are like a bright flame that illuminates my way forward. I firmly believe that you are the only person in this company who can stick to your principles, and your existence makes me feel extremely precious.

Therefore, I want to tell you that no matter what difficulties and challenges you encounter, you must stick to what you believe is right and not be shaken by the words and actions of others. Your sincerity and courage will be your most solid strength.

Oh, by the way, there is one more thing I almost forgot to tell you. I have reimbursed you for the invoice you gave me last time. The money has been put in the company's finance department. Remember to collect it. Although it is just a small thing, it is also my thought and gratitude to you.

I wish you all the best, Xiao Wang."

After reading this email, a warm current surged in my heart, as if the spring sunshine penetrated through the layers of dark clouds and illuminated the softest corner of my heart. The sincere and honest words of the vice president moistened my heart like a gurgling stream, making me feel unprecedented respect and recognition.

It felt like I had found a soulmate in a sea of ​​people. The tacit understanding between us was understood without words. His affirmation of me was not only an encouragement, but also a heavy trust, which made me firmly believe in my ability and value. However, just as I was immersed in joy, the news of the vice president's resignation hit my heart like a heavy hammer, which made me heartbroken.

Seeing this good mentor and helpful friend about to leave, I suddenly realized that I was in a very delicate situation in the company. Because of some previous things, I had made many enemies in the company. Now that I have lost the support of the vice president, I feel like I am on an isolated island, surrounded by a rough sea, isolated and helpless.

At this moment, I feel like I am standing on the edge of a cliff, and I may be swept into an endless abyss by the strong wind and huge waves at any time. Every step is full of dangers and challenges, and if I am not careful, I will be doomed. However, I know that I cannot retreat and must face the difficulties bravely. Even if the road ahead is bumpy, I will go on firmly and prove my strength with practical actions. Because only in this way can I be invincible in this war without gunpowder.