It was one of the mornings when everything seemed ordinary, but something unexpected was about to develop.
In the heart of Shanghai, a devoted employee named Li Wei found himself fighting with tireless headaches and a sore throat and did not leave without the possibility of making a rare decision: to call the sick.
He knew a little that this simple phone call would lead to several events that would leave him and his boss in an unpleasant but fun situation. What looked like a piece of innocent advice from his boss would soon turn unexpectedly – the one who had Li Wei knocked on his boss’s door and prepared a stage for misunderstandings that no one had seen.
It was an ordinary Tuesday morning in Shanghai, and employees were already working hard on their tables and dealing with their daily tasks. Among them was Li Wei, a devoted employee who recently felt a little under the weather. Despite his usual commitment to his work, he was today one of those rare days when he simply couldn’t convene energy to enter it. With headaches and sore throat, he decided to do something unusual – sick.
Li Wei hesitated before he raised the phone because he knew his boss, Mr. Zhang, was known for his pointless attitude and rarely took the day off. But he felt unable to work if he dialed the number of his boss. After several circles, Mr. Zhang responded and his tone was as always.
“Hi, Li Wei.” What’s the matter? ”
“Good morning, boss,” said Li Wei weakly. “I’m sorry but I don’t feel good and I’m not able to come to work today.”
Before Mr. Zhang spoke again, there was a short silence: “sick, huh? When I’m sick, I just lay. I spend time with my wife and it always helps me feel better. You should try it! ”
Li Wei, who advised, was sure how to spend time with his boss’s wife would help him feel better, but the proposal remained in his mind. After he thanked Mr. Zhang, he hung up, he was still not sure how to proceed.
A few hours have passed and if we found out more about the conversation. He was still not much better felt, but the idea of trying something else was intriguing. Maybe he thought, changing the environment and some society could raise his mood.
Li Wei decided to act on the council of his boss without further thinking. He knew that Mr. Zhang’s house wasn’t too far from his own, so he thought it wouldn’t hurt. After all, if spending time with his wife helped his boss recover, why not try?
Li Wei put on his coat and went to Mr. Zhang’s house. When he arrived and rang the bell, Mrs. Zhang warmly greeted him, clearly surprised to see one of her husbands staffing Prague. Li Wei, somewhat embarrassed, explained that Mr. Zhang recommended that he feel better. Mrs. Zhang, amused, but helpful, invited him and offered him tea and some soup to help him recover.
Two hours later, Li Wei felt much better. His symptoms have relaxed, and the change of scenery and friendly conversation seemed to work miracles. He felt rejuvenated if Wei decided to call his boss again.
“Hi, boss,” he said, sounding much more energetic. “I just wanted to let you know that I feel much better now.” Thank you for your advice. ”
Mr. Zhang, surprised by a quick recovery, said, “Well, I’m glad to hear that! Look, I told you you spend time with your wife to make a trick. ”
Li Wei, now in a lighter mood, replied, “By the way, you have a beautiful home.”
At the other end of the line, there was a pause when Mr. Zhang processed what we just said.
“My … at home?” Mr. Zhang and his voice asked uncertainly.
“Yes,” Li Wei replied carelessly. “I spent some time with your wife, just as you suggested.”
Thank you again! ”
The unexpected turn of events left Mr. Zhang without words, while Li Wei, who ignored the awkwardness of the situation, felt he was happy with the knowledge he was on his feet.
Li Wei and Mr. Zhang left the unexpected turn of events in a somewhat unpleasant situation but also emphasized the sometimes unpredictable nature of advice – and its consequences.
What began as a simple moment with a challenge has turned into a fun and slightly unpleasant situation that none of the parties would soon forget.
Finally, their symptoms oi Wei improved, and learned a valuable lesson about the importance of humor, perspective,e and sometimes surprising results that will advise in good faith. Meanwhile, Mr. Zhang probably realized that his well-meaning words could lead to more than just a fast drug for a sick employee.