"Hey, Lao Wang, I heard that you have been starting a business recently?" My buddy Xiao Ming asked me in the café.
I sighed, mixed feelings. The road to entrepreneurship is really full of thorns, full of endless hardships and failures. "yes, you know, I quit that steady job and put all my savings into it. But now the capital chain is tight, and it is about to be unable to hold on. "
Xiao Ming saw the tiredness in my eyes and patted me on the shoulder, "Don't give up, brother, we all support you." As long as you have a dream, you will be able to achieve it. I smiled, and the stone in my heart was lifted a little.
Just when I was in a hurry, my uncle called. My uncle is the most decent one in the family, not only has a successful career, but also takes care of our family.
"How's it going, young man, I heard you're starting a business?" Uncle's gentle voice came.
I told him the truth, but I didn't expect him to say a word, "Why don't you borrow some money and turn it around?"
I was touched by my uncle's generosity and thoughtfulness, and my eyes moistened a little. It's a blessing to have such a caring uncle.
In the end, I borrowed 80,000 yuan from my uncle, which was ready to be used for the company's operation and the development of new products. This money is like timely rain, which has brought my entrepreneurial dream back to life.
"Uncle, thank you so much, if you hadn't helped in time, my company would probably have shut down. I said sincerely.
Uncle waved his hand, "What's this, you are my most promising nephew, of course I want to support you." As long as you have a dream and work hard for it, you will definitely succeed. "
I nodded, my eyes a little firmer, "I will definitely use this money to run a good business, and I will never disappoint my uncle's expectations." "
My uncle patted me on the shoulder and said with a smile, "If you have any difficulties, come to your uncle at any time." "
After getting the 80,000 yuan borrowed from my uncle, I immediately gathered the company's core team to discuss the use of the money.
"We had some innovative ideas for our recent products, but they had to be shelved due to lack of funds. Now with this money, we can do a big job!" I said with confidence.
The technical director nodded, "Okay, then we will increase investment in R&D, make this product first, and then we will have the money to continue to operate after it is launched." "
Everyone's fighting spirit was rekindled at once, and the office was full of laughter and passion.
After borrowing money from my uncle, my life finally changed a little. Before, I ate frugally, and ate a few yuan of rice bowls at a small restaurant near the company at noon every day. When I get home, I just cook some home-cooked food, and I never get anything good.
With this money in hand, I can finally take a breather. I started buying a grilled cold noodle at a roadside stall every day, and although it wasn't too expensive, it was something I hadn't tasted in a long time. Occasionally, I will go to the Hunan restaurant near the company and order a spicy and spicy dry pot fat sausage, temporarily forgetting the hardships of starting a business.
After getting the money borrowed from my uncle, my life and mentality changed drastically. With the support of this money, I can finally devote myself to entrepreneurship without being dragged down by the burdens of life.
"Dude, have you gained weight lately?" One day, Xiao Ming looked at me and said jokingly.
I laughed and slapped him, "Cut, are you jealous of me for having a good life?
Xiao Ming laughed, patted my stomach and said, "Just kidding, I'm relieved to see that you are in such good spirits." As long as you're happy, what's the rest to worry about?"
I nodded, and secretly vowed in my heart that I would let my uncle see my success and repay him for his kindness.
And my uncle, because of the fact that he lent me money, became famous at home. My father was initially very dissatisfied with my decision to start a business, but when he learned that my uncle had borrowed money to support me, his attitude began to change.
"Your uncle is really a responsible man, both capable and open-minded. If you could be like him, you wouldn't have embarked on this difficult road to entrepreneurship. Father said earnestly.
Uncle smiled and waved his hand, "Where, where, the young man has a dream, we should support it." Besides, he is not fighting alone, he has me as a backer. "
I looked at my uncle's confident expression and admired it in my heart. Yes, I am really lucky to have such an elder who can support me without giving up.
Since the day I borrowed the money, my relationship with my uncle has become much closer. In the past, even if we met, it was only a few simple greetings. But now, the two of us are as close as father and son.
Once, my uncle asked me to go golfing. Although I didn't know anything about the sport, I went to learn from my uncle.
"Boy, golf isn't just about playing. It's more of a test of your mind and concentration. "On the green, my uncle taught me step by step.
I nodded earnestly, trying to keep in mind every movement and essentials of my uncle.
As I left the course, my uncle patted me on the shoulder and said, "Business is the same as golf, you need to be patient, determined, and don't be discouraged when you encounter setbacks." As long as you work hard, success will eventually belong to you. "
I nodded heavily, and I benefited a lot from my uncle's teachings. With his guidance, I am more confident in my entrepreneurial journey.
In this way, more than a year passed quickly. With the money my uncle borrowed, my company was finally on the right track, and the new product was launched as scheduled, and the response was good.
One day, I made a special appointment for dinner with my uncle, and I was going to return the money to him.
"Uncle, I borrowed the money you borrowed that day, and I can finally pay you back now. After eating, I took out an envelope and solemnly handed it to my uncle.
Unexpectedly, my uncle waved his hand, his face full of pride, "Money is not important, the important thing is that you finally have a day to get ahead." This money is just the start-up capital I gave you, and I don't have to pay it back. "
I was moved to tears, and I was once again impressed by my uncle's generosity and open-mindedness.
But it didn't take long for my uncle's attitude to take a 180-degree turn.
One day, my uncle called out of nowhere and said in a serious tone, "Young man, do you remember the money you borrowed last time? Now it's time to pay me back." Moreover, instead of 80,000, you have to pay me back 100,000. "
I was smacked by my uncle's words and stunned on the spot. 100,000 yuan? What is the reason? I gave all the 80,000 yuan IOU to my uncle!
I tried to explain it to my uncle, but he was right, as if I was taking advantage of him. I couldn't figure out why my uncle had suddenly changed so much, and 100,000 yuan was a lot of money for me as a start-up!
I repeatedly asked my uncle to explain the reason, and he finally spoke: "Young man, don't underestimate the 100,000. At the beginning, you borrowed 80,000 yuan, but I took out all my net worth as a guarantee. If you fail, I'll lose all the money I've worked so hard to earn all my life. Therefore, you must now repay me an extra 20,000 yuan as a risk fee, so that we can settle the two of us. "
It dawned on me that this was the case! I patted my head and spit on myself in my heart. Yes, the reason why I was able to borrow money so smoothly in the first place was because my uncle vouched for me. If I really fail, it will be a huge financial loss for my uncle!
I immediately looked apologetic, "Uncle, I was so selfish that I didn't consider your risk at all. I will definitely return the 100,000 to you in full, and I will never lose your kindness!"
When my uncle saw that I was so sincere, he also smiled with satisfaction.
From that day on, I began to work hard to make money, in order to scrape together enough 100,000 yuan to pay back to my uncle as soon as possible. I know that this is not only a debt, but also a test of character and integrity.
Xiao Ming saw that I stayed up all night every day, and finally couldn't help but ask me: "Brother, what's wrong with you?
I told him the truth about my uncle's request. Xiao Ming was silent for a moment, then patted me on the shoulder and said, "Money is not a problem, the important thing is that you now understand your uncle's kindness." The reason why he does this is that he hopes that you will mature and learn to value the efforts of others. You should be grateful to him, not resentful. "
Xiao Ming's words were like a basin of cold water, dousing the restlessness in my heart. Yes, my uncle is training me to be grateful and take responsibility. I should have done some introspection instead of being angry with him.
Since then, I have never complained, just silently worked hard to make money, waiting for one day to pay off my uncle's 100,000.
In my days of trying to make money, I often reflect on the relationship between money and family affection. Money is important, but it can't take precedence over family affection. My uncle lent me 80,000 yuan out of love and support for me; And he later asked me to pay back 100,000 yuan, also to make me understand that money is not easy to come by, and to cherish the contribution of others more.
I've come to realize that family is far more precious than money. Without my uncle's funding, I wouldn't have been able to start my own business; And without his teachings, it would be difficult for me to grow into a responsible person. Money is only temporary, it comes and goes in a hurry; Only family affection is eternal.
With this realization, I no longer complained about my uncle. On the contrary, I am even more grateful to have such a caring relative as him, whether it is to support me or train me, it is all out of good intentions.
While making money, I am also constantly learning lessons and gaining insights. I realized that the most important thing to be a human being is to be honest and trustworthy. If it wasn't for my uncle's help, I wouldn't have been able to start a business. And now, if it weren't for his request for repayment, it would be difficult for me to know how to cherish the efforts of others.
I made up my mind that I would scrape together 100,000 yuan as soon as possible no matter what, and give my uncle an explanation. And more importantly, from now on, I will repay my uncle's kindness with my own actions, which makes him feel very grateful.
At the same time, I also realized the basic principles of life: down-to-earth, guard against arrogance and rashness. Although there are some small achievements in entrepreneurship now, I am not complacent. On the contrary, I am more humble and low-key, always reminding myself and striving to develop the company better.
Only in this way can I truly grow into a towering tree, not a temporarily brilliant sunrise flower. My uncle's teachings will stay with me for the rest of my life, guiding me to become a responsible and ethical person.