PFC Chapter 200 The Cruelty of Reality
Chapter 200 The Cruelty of Reality
Yuan Bao entrusted all the precious medicinal prescriptions she obtained from the game system to Lin Guodong, a trusted figure in the country. With that, a huge weight was lifted from her heart, and she felt much more relaxed.
As Lin Guodong said, once these prescriptions are mass-produced, they will not only benefit the general public, but also bring considerable economic benefits.
Since acquiring the game system, Yuan Bao's life has undergone a dramatic change. He not only bought property but also accumulated substantial savings.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, I will be financially secure in the future.
However, Yuan Bao's decision to reduce the annual profit share of these prescriptions from the previously agreed 30% to 10% was not because she valued profit, but rather out of a sense of foresight.
Life is always full of unknowns and variables. She knows that accidents can happen at any time, and this 10% profit share is a guarantee to prevent accidents from happening.
The next morning, as the gentle sunlight bathed the earth, Yuan Bao walked briskly to the same spot in the park.
She first stretched her muscles and started warming up, but her eyes kept glancing around, secretly hoping to see the group of friends who had danced with her classmate yesterday.
However, as time passed, she still couldn't see those familiar figures anywhere in sight.
Yuan Bao was not discouraged. She took a deep breath and began to dance to the rhythm of the music.
Her face wore a peaceful smile, showing no sign of disappointment.
In her view, dancing is something that stems from a deep love for it, and the fact that everyone got together yesterday was probably just a coincidence.
The atmosphere was lively, and since everyone had some free time, they spontaneously joined in the dancing.
But dancing is not an easy thing. Without a clear and specific goal and unwavering determination, it is difficult to persist day after day.
Yuan Bao knew that some people hadn't come yet, probably because they felt bad about bothering her.
After all, Yuan Bao teaches voluntarily, and everyone who follows her to learn the dance will inevitably worry that they are learning too slowly. Repeatedly asking questions will take up Yuan Bao's time and add too much burden to her.
Yesterday, in the heat of the moment, no one thought things through, but once they calmed down, they chose to back down because of these concerns.
Yuan Bao secretly calculated that he would probably have to move in about six months.
Thinking about this, she felt that there was no need to rush into forming a dance team. After all, if they found team members here, they would need time to adapt to the new environment, and the distance would be considerable.
Perhaps it would be better to wait until after the move is complete and everything is settled before fully dedicating ourselves to forming the dance team. At that time, we can seriously look for like-minded partners, and the results might be better.
Having made this decision, Yuan Bao felt a sense of relief.
She completely cast aside all her worries and distractions, immersing herself entirely in the world of dance.
At this moment, the melody of the music flowed gently in her ears like a lively stream, and every note precisely struck her heartstrings.
Her body swayed lightly, as if guided by invisible threads, perfectly matching the rhythm, sometimes spinning, sometimes stretching, every movement natural and fluid, showcasing the grace and elegance of dance.
In this small world, Yuan Bao fully enjoys the pure joy that dance brings, forgetting everything else and leaving only herself immersed in the rhythm and cadence.
After finishing his morning exercise, Yuan Bao walked out of the park feeling refreshed.
As soon as she stepped out of the park gate, her eyes caught sight of a familiar figure – it was her former colleague, Yao Yao.
Yao Yao was Yuan Bao's apprentice whom he personally trained in the company. When Yuan Bao's business failed and she fell into financial difficulties, Yao Yao extended a helping hand in time and provided her with a job opportunity. Yuan Bao has always remembered this kindness in times of need.
Unfortunately, life is unpredictable.
Due to the impact of the pandemic, that job was ultimately and ruthlessly reassigned.
Yuan Bao was at a disadvantage in this job change because he was over forty years old.
Despite her outstanding work performance, she was still subjected to all sorts of difficulties and malicious nitpicking by her direct superior.
Faced with this injustice, Yuan Bao felt helpless and ultimately had no choice but to resign.
After resigning, the former boss who had made things difficult for Yuan Bao was always on edge, fearing that Yuan Bao would seek revenge.
So, before Yuan Bao officially resigned, her boss took the opportunity to explain to her in a very tactful way: "Yuan Bao, those things that made things difficult for you before were really not my intention. The company is indeed facing great difficulties, and given your age, direct dismissal would not be in accordance with regulations, so it's really a tricky situation."
I was at a loss at the time, so I asked Yao Yao for advice on how to handle it. She suggested that I do it that way, and in my moment of confusion, I listened to her. Now that I think about it, I really feel bad for you.
Upon hearing these words, Yuan Bao was struck dumb, his smile instantly froze, and his eyes were filled with disbelief.
She never imagined that Yao Yao, who had lent a helping hand when she was down on her luck, would give her such advice behind her back.
For a moment, Yuan Bao felt his mind was in turmoil, and memories of the past flooded back to him like a tide.
She recalled the enthusiasm Yao Yao showed when she offered her a job during the dark days after her business failed. She was deeply grateful at the time and thought that this friendship was as solid as a rock.
But now, the truth is like a sharp blade, piercing her heart deeply.
Anger, disappointment, sadness—a mix of emotions churning within her.
She clenched her fists so tightly that her nails almost dug into her palms, but she felt no pain at all.
Her breathing became rapid, her chest heaving violently, and she longed to rush to Yao Yao and question her about why she had done this.
But soon, Yuan Bao tried to calm himself down.
She knew all too well that acting impulsively would not solve anything.
She took a deep breath, slowly loosened her fist, and felt a mix of emotions.
The bond between master and disciple, once strong, now seemed incredibly ironic.
She couldn't help but smile bitterly to herself. She realized that people's hearts were so complicated and unpredictable. The person she had always considered a close friend had actually pushed her back.
Yuan Bao remained silent for a long time, gazing into the distance, his eyes revealing a trace of weariness and vicissitude.
She didn't know how to face Yao Yao, nor whether this betrayed friendship could be salvaged.
She felt utterly exhausted, as if she had lost all trust in humanity in an instant, and ultimately chose to endure it silently.
Yuan Bao's experience profoundly reflects the harsh reality: on one hand, many companies are closing their doors to employees over 35 years old, and on the other hand, the policy of delaying retirement is being implemented. In the middle, when companies adjust their personnel, employees over 35 years old are often given priority in being included in the layoff list.