Chapter 7 — Leaving England For West Africa

"Co Tuyet Dao, you are even more outstanding than the image in financial magazines. Over the years, I have always followed your every step." "So, I have never dared to let my guard down. I risked my life to expand the fund's scale, raising the investment return rate to the top in the industry, just wanting to be qualified to appear with you again at a dialogue table." "Today we met again, and I discovered that no matter how much I expanded the fund, I still couldn't seem to chase it away." keep up with your forward speed.” He talked a lot. In his words there was no longer the extravagance and exploration of his younger years, only the restraint and appreciation of an adult. I listened quietly, nodding occasionally. Ten years have passed, and a lot of emotions between us have subsided. At least for me, those sleepless nights, the pain of being betrayed, can now be looked back calmly. The job transfer joke that made me doubt my trust for seven years can now also be summed up as a lesson in work. After a long while, Lam Tham finished speaking. "Co Tuyet Dao, did you come here on your own initiative to talk about any project?" I was a bit taken aback. Do I have a project I want to talk about? Do not have. I just finished a day of work, came here to see the night view, and ran into an old acquaintance so I went over to say hello. That's all. I smiled at him. "Just came to say hello and catch up on old times." Lam Tham's eyes flashed a gloomy look, but the smile was still very proper. "So that's it. So, taking this opportunity, I officially apologize to you." "That year I was too young, handled relationships immaturely, and hurt your trust. I'm sorry." I nodded, showing that I accepted. After a short silence, I stood up and prepared to leave. In the end, Lam Tham still asked that question: "Co Tuyet Dao, if you accept my apology, do we still have the opportunity to cooperate with each other in the future?" As if afraid that I would immediately refuse, he added: "I have researched the investment direction of your fund in the last three years. The two sides have many opportunities to coordinate in the field of technology and cross-border integration." His eyes were sincere. The fingers clenched tightly to reveal the tension inside. I gently shook my head. “Sorry, personally I'm still inclined to maintain a competitive relationship at an appropriate level.” For a moment, Lam Tham completely let go of his disguise. I picked up my briefcase and said goodbye. "Co Tuyet Dao, it turns out you still care about that year." My steps stopped. I turned my head to look at the city we once strived for together. "We've been on different trajectories for a long time. So, let's each shine in our own field." I didn't stop anymore, turned around and walked towards the elevator. Since childhood, I have loved looking at the city lights from this height. Because behind every lamp there is a story of its own.