Chapter 195: Who Are You Calling a Dog
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Jin Nian later found the intern crying on the company’s rooftop.
She had just turned 20 years old and had her hair tied into a bun, with a face that looked quite youthful.
As Jin Nian observed her from behind, memories of her early days in the workforce came flooding back. When she had made a mistake back then, her boss scolded her in front of everyone. At that time, she didn’t even dare to shed a tear and had to hold back her emotions. Only when she went to bed at night could she finally let herself cry, hidden beneath her blanket.
Although looking back now, it felt like those times were far behind her, she couldn’t help but think about how overwhelming it had all felt back then.
Upon seeing Jin Nian, the intern quickly wiped her tears away, her voice trembling as she said, “Deputy team leader, I’m sorry. I’ll get back to work right away.”
Being just twenty years old and having only recently entered the workforce, she tried her best to put on a brave face despite the overwhelming emotions within her.
Jin Nian handed her a packet of tissues and gently patted her shoulder. “It’s alright. Take your time to cry, and when you’re ready, you can go back. n.o.body transforms from a student into a seasoned professional overnight.”
The intern looked at her, tears streaming down. “I’m sorry. I know 1 shouldn’t be crying after causing such a big problem, but I couldn’t help it.”
She understood the logic, but the sadness was hard to contain.
Jin Nian asked softly, “Who says you need a reason to cry? It’s natural to let out your emotions when you’re feeling down.”
While others criticized the idea of crying, believing it wouldn’t solve anything, Jin Nian thought differently. She believed that crying wasn’t necessarily a means to solve problems. Mistakes happened, but it didn’t mean one was unforgivable or devoid of the right to cry.
Jin Nian empathized with the intern’s tears, especially seeing how she had held them back until the issue was resolved. She had reached a point where she couldn’t hold back any longer.
No one ascended to the top in a single step. Even high-ranking leaders had their fair share of rookie moments before reaching their current positions. Who knew if this young intern, fresh out of school, had endured numerous setbacks without shedding a tear? It was only now, with such a significant loss, that she broke down in front of everyone.
But a single fall didn’t mean a person couldn’t stand up again. Who knew what heights she might reach in the future?
Perhaps many years later, this intern became a seasoned professional in the workplace and would recall this day, her tears, and her embarra.s.sment. She might also remember a warm-hearted elder sister who had told her gently, “Who says you need a reason to cry? It’s natural to let out your emotions when you’re feeling down.”
When it came to work, Jin Nian wasn’t one to disregard principles. After providing comfort, she believed in fair punishment and reflection.
She always focused on resolving the issue rather than making the person who made the mistake feel cornered.
However, some couldn’t stand Jin Nian’s “fake” demeanor and sarcastically commented, “Ah, as expected of Jin Nian’s protege. She remains composed even after such a colossal blunder. Impressive, truly impressive.”
As expected, it was Gao Qingming, the leader of the makeup team.
Ever since they had moved to the Whale Building, the teams no longer had to share works.p.a.ce, each having its own independent office.
Jin Nian hadn’t heard Gao Qingming’s caustic comments in a while. Seeing him with a smug expression, she silently thought, “Why does this troublemaker show up everywhere?”
Noting that Jin Nian remained silent for a while, Gao Qingming a.s.sumed she was feeling guilty. “Your subordinates have created such a mess, yet you, as the team leader, can remain so composed.”
“Our team made a mistake, but you seem quite anxious about it. If one didn’t know better, they’d think this company belonged to your family.”
He snorted dismissively. “Heh, the company isn’t my family’s, but I’ve long treated it as my own home. Unlike Team Leader Jin, who probably doesn’t care about the company at all.”
Jin Nian glanced at him, her tone nonchalant. “Gao Qingming, you’re delusional.”
Gao Qingming glared at her, ready to retort, but Jin Nian simply walked past him. “Good dogs don’t block the way.”
This infuriated Gao Qingming, and he pointed at her, shouting, “Jin Nian, who are you calling a dog?”
“I’ll let you draw your conclusions.”
Jin Nian couldn’t be bothered to argue further with him. There was something wrong with him if he came to their office to quarrel.
During the lunch break, as Jin Nian sat down with her tray, she couldn’t help but notice Gao Qingming taking a seat right beside her.
Naturally, Gao Qingming didn’t extend any greetings to Jin Nian. He seemed to relish seeing her embarra.s.sed every day, just waiting for the right moment to kick her while she was down..