The President's Tender Trap

Lu Ming embarked on a new journey, traveling overseas with great anticipation for the future. However, as time went on, he gradually realized the distance between his ideals and reality. In a foreign country, he not only faced work challenges but also had to overcome numerous difficulties in language and culture.

Lu Ming, a project manager at a multinational company, oversees a team composed of people from various countries. He thought this multicultural work environment would be exciting, but the reality was that he felt incredibly stressed. Whenever he communicated with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds, he felt overwhelmed by the language barrier. Sometimes, his expressions weren't fully understood, and the feedback often left him perplexed.

"How could you understand me this way?" Lu Ming felt a sense of frustration after hearing a colleague's response during a team meeting. He tried hard to express his point in simple and clear language, but found that he had not conveyed the message he wanted to express.

Gradually, Lu Ming began to feel the pressure from his work and his team. He often worked late into the night, struggling to complete various project tasks. Despite his efforts, he always felt that he could not meet the company's expectations, and his inner anxiety and frustration continued to accumulate.

One weekend evening, Lu Ming sat on the sofa in his apartment, his phone in hand, his heart filled with longing for Su Wan and a desire to confide in her. He decided to make a video call to tell her what he had been feeling these days.

"Hello, Su Wan!" After the call was connected, Lu Ming saw Su Wan's face and couldn't help feeling a little warm in his heart.

"Lu Ming, hello! How have you been recently?" Su Wan asked with a smile, concern in her eyes.

"I've been feeling a bit lost lately." Lu Ming took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. "I've been having some difficulties at work, and I'm feeling a lot of pressure."

"What exactly is it? Tell me and I will do my best to help you." Su Wan said seriously, her eyes full of concern.

Lu Ming slowly recounted the challenges he faced at work. He mentioned the difficulties of cross-cultural communication, misunderstandings among team members, and the urgency of project deadlines. "Sometimes, I really doubt whether I'm qualified for this position," he said frankly, his voice tinged with frustration and anxiety.

"I understand how you feel, Lu Ming," Su Wan responded gently, a sympathetic glint in her eyes. "It takes time to adapt to a new environment. You've done well. Don't be too hard on yourself."

"But I always feel that I can't meet the team's expectations, especially when the project doesn't go well, I feel like a loser." Lu Ming's voice was low, and his heart was full of frustration.

"Everyone encounters challenges at work; that's normal," Su Wan said firmly. "You have to believe in your abilities. You're an excellent project manager. You can gradually overcome these difficulties through constant communication."

Lu Ming felt a warm feeling in his heart as he listened to Su Wan's words. He knew that Su Wan had always supported him and given him strength. "Thank you, Su Wan. Your words reassure me." He smiled slightly. Although his anxiety remained, this kind of concern gave him a sense of comfort.

"Don't forget, you are not fighting alone. I am always by your side, supporting you." Su Wan's voice was firm and warm, making Lu Ming feel the invisible power.

"I will try my best to adjust my mentality and work hard to face these difficulties." Lu Ming said softly, secretly making up his mind.

Over the next few days, Lu Ming began experimenting with changing his communication style at work. He proactively sought advice from colleagues, diligently learning about their cultural backgrounds and habits, and gradually found a more appropriate communication style. He attended more team meetings to build deeper connections with his teammates and experimented with expressing his ideas in simpler and clearer language.

During a project progress meeting, Lu Ming shared his ideas with his team members with a fresh attitude. He encouraged everyone to offer suggestions and provide feedback, fostering an open atmosphere. Throughout this process, Lu Ming discovered that his team members were also willing to proactively communicate and share their perspectives and ideas.

"Lu Ming, thank you for sharing today. It gave me a clearer understanding of the project." A colleague thanked him after the meeting, and Lu Ming couldn't help feeling relieved.

After a period of hard work, Lu Ming gradually adapted to the foreign work environment, and the challenges of cross-cultural communication gradually eased. Although he still encountered difficulties, he learned to face them with an open mind and strive to understand the other party's perspective and culture.

Whenever he encounters a challenge, Lu Ming always thinks of Su Wan's encouragement and support. He silently thanks her, as it is her trust and care that gives him the motivation to move forward in a foreign country. Meanwhile, Su Wan constantly reminds herself to maintain a positive attitude and face life's challenges together with Lu Ming.

During a video call, Lu Ming excitedly told Su Wan: "I have made some progress in the project recently, and our cooperation is getting smoother and smoother!"

"That's great, Lu Ming! I knew you could do it!" Su Wan responded happily, her eyes gleaming with pride, "Your hard work has finally paid off!"

"Thank you for your support, Su Wan. This makes me more confident in my work." Lu Ming said with a smile, his heart full of gratitude.

As his work progressed, Lu Ming's mindset shifted. He began to face challenges with composure, enjoying the sense of accomplishment that came from working with a team. Whenever he encountered a new challenge at work, he would recall Su Wan's encouragement, which kept him positive.

As time went by, Lu Ming's performance at the company gained recognition from his leadership. He not only successfully completed multiple projects but also earned the trust and respect of his colleagues. Whenever he made new progress, he would share it with Su Wan, eager for her encouragement and advice.

"I just won the best team performance award today!" Lu Ming excitedly told Su Wan during a phone call, his voice full of pride.

"That's great, Lu Ming! You're amazing!" Su Wan responded excitedly, a bright smile on her face. "This is the result of your hard work. I'm so proud of you!"

"This sense of accomplishment is inseparable from your support, Su Wan." Lu Ming said seriously, with gratitude shining in his eyes, "You made me no longer feel lonely in difficult times."

In this long-distance relationship, Lu Ming and Su Wan have become each other's support. Although life is full of challenges, they always walk together firmly, hand in hand to face every challenge in the future.

After a period of adaptation and hard work, Lu Ming gradually overcame the difficulties at work, and his life in a foreign country became increasingly fulfilling. Whenever he made progress at work, he was filled with longing and anticipation for the future. Although he still felt lonely and longing, he knew that as long as he had Su Wan's support and trust, he would be able to find his place in this foreign land.

During a phone call, Lu Ming and Su Wan discussed their future plans: "I hope that after the project is completed, we can travel together and see the scenery of this country."

"That's great. I'm looking forward to exploring new places with you!" Su Wan's voice was filled with happiness and anticipation.

At this moment, Lu Ming's heart is filled with hope and confidence for the future. He understands that work challenges are only part of growth, and Su Wan's support and encouragement will always be by his side. During this exotic journey, Lu Ming and Su Wan have not only achieved career success, but also gained a steadfast and profound love. No matter how many challenges the future holds, they will move forward hand in hand to embrace the beauty of life together.