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My name is Li Yang and I am 38 years old. If someone asks me, I'll say I'm a veteran entrepreneur with a stable life and career. But if I had to ask me about the most complicated emotion I've felt lately, it would have to be going back to my hometown for a class reunion 20 years later.
To be honest, I never thought there would be a day like this. Since graduating from high school, I've been working hard in the city, busy with my career, busy with my family, and barely have time to reminisce about my school days. However, an invitation letter last month completely shattered my peaceful life.
"Hello dear alumni, time flies, and in the blink of an eye, we have been graduating from high school for 20 years. In order to reminisce about our youth and to relive those years, we plan to hold a class reunion in May at the Sheraton Hotel near the school. At that time, we will spend an unforgettable evening together, talk about the past and look forward to the future. We look forward to seeing you all again!"
When I saw this letter, I couldn't calm down for a long time. It's been 20 years, and I'm used to living now, communicating with clients at business meetings, and spending weekends with my family. However, the simple word of class reunion made me feel extremely complicated.
My classmates and I, we used to be young teenagers, and we went through the three years of high school together. Every day we go to class together, get out of school together, face the nagging of teachers together, and face the expectations of parents together. We have built a strong friendship with each other and have many wonderful memories.
However, as time went on, we drifted apart. After graduation, everyone chose a different path, some stayed in their hometown to develop, and some went to other places to make a living. Communication is decreasing, and gatherings are no longer happening. It's like a firework, brilliant and short-lived, and finally turned into a smear of smoke in memory.
When we meet again 20 years later, I can't help but imagine what it would have been like to be back then. Perhaps, we have become unrecognizable, perhaps, we can still find familiar shadows in each other. In any case, it is an opportunity to have a dialogue with the past, a moment to re-examine yourself.
I mentally weighed the pros and cons of going and not going. The distance between me and my classmates is not only the distance of time and space, but also the distance of soul. Will I still be able to find my place, will I still be able to communicate with them? These are the questions that make me hesitate.
Eventually, however, I decided to go. Maybe it's nostalgia for the past, maybe it's anticipation for the future, or maybe it's a kind of courage for yourself. Whatever the reason, I want to be able to go back to that former campus and rediscover those old youths.
So, I left a message in the party group: "I will come." ”
After the reply message was sent, I was still a little nervous. Although I made the decision to attend, I was still a little apprehensive about this class reunion. After all, 20 years have passed, and the trajectories of life have changed, do we still have common topics with each other, or have we all become strangers?
However, these worries were quickly put behind me. I told myself that this gathering was not about reliving the past, but about looking to the future. I want to share with my classmates each other's life experiences, reminisce about that good time, and look forward to the possibilities of the future together.
As the day of the party drew closer, the atmosphere in the group gradually became lively. Everyone began to discuss whether to hold some special events to make the gathering more meaningful. Some people propose to play some childhood games, others propose to organize a field trip, and others want to arrange a musical performance. Everyone is doing their best to make this gathering a memorable one.
Not to be outdone, I actively participated in the discussions. I suggested that we could prepare some fun games so that everyone could relax and get to know each other better. My suggestion was unanimously agreed, and we began to work on the details of the meeting.
In the process of preparation, I also received some private messages from my classmates. Some expressed their expectations for me, some asked me about my current situation, and some hoped to meet in advance to shorten the distance between each other. These private messages made me feel an inexplicable warmth, as if I had returned to the time when I was young and frivolous.
As time passed, it finally came the day of the party. I arrived at the Sheraton Hotel a day early and started setting up the venue with the staff. The whole hotel was rented by us, and the venue was very warmly furnished. Flowers and balloons are placed in every corner, and the walls are covered with photos and cherished memories of our high school days.
That night, the students arrived one after another, and everyone had a big smile on their faces. Although 20 years have passed, we can still find familiar shadows in each other. After the party began, everyone raised their glasses and shared their recent situation and life experience.
I also reminisced with my classmates about those unforgettable high school days. We talked about the fun stories of going to class together, the experience of getting out of school together, and the days of working hard for our dreams together. Every memory touches us, as if we have returned to that youthful era.
After three rounds of drinking, the atmosphere gradually became lively. Someone suggested playing some mini-games, and we started a lively playtime. Everyone had a lot of fun, laughing and cheering. In the process of playing, we got to know each other more deeply and felt more camaraderie with each other.
This night, for me, was a night full of warmth and emotion. My classmates and I spent an unforgettable moment together, sharing each other's joys and sorrows, and looking forward to the possibilities of the future together. This class reunion made me feel the real friendship and friendship, and also made me re-examine my life.
I left the meeting filled with satisfaction and gratitude. I know that even after another 20 years, I will still miss this special night and these precious friendships. I also decided that I would cherish the time I spent with my friends more in the future, and not let the distance between us get further and further apart.
When I left the hotel, I stayed with a few good friends and talked as we went. Not only did we reminisce about tonight's anecdotes, but we also talked about our plans for the future. Although our lives have gone in different directions, our hearts are still connected and we will never forget each other.
Just as we were chatting with interest, a message suddenly came from the group: "The squad leader proposed 400 per person, and more than a dozen people left the group that day." ”
Hearing this news, I couldn't help but stop, and a bad premonition surged in my heart. I know that this proposal is bound to be very controversial and could affect us
camaraderie and friendship between them. I quickly opened the group chat and saw the scene of the explosion in the group.
"400 bucks, isn't that too expensive?" said someone indignantly.
"Squad leader, this is not appropriate, it is not easy for everyone. Another student also expressed dissatisfaction.
"I think this amount is a bit high, can you discuss it again?" someone tried to mediate.
However, the atmosphere in the group quickly became tense. Some students began to express their dissatisfaction and opposition, accusing the class leader of making such a proposal unreasonable and not taking into account everyone's feelings.
The squad leader looked a little embarrassed, and he tried to explain: "Don't get excited, everyone, I'm also thinking about this party to the end, the hotel costs a lot, and there are other expenses......"
Before he could finish his sentence, he was interrupted by a cacophony of discussions. Everyone expressed their dissatisfaction and incomprehension, and the scene was chaotic for a while.
I looked at the discussion in the group and hesitated. I understand the hard work of the squad leader, after all, the cost of this party is indeed a lot, and he is also out of good intentions, wanting to give everyone an unforgettable memory. However, I can also understand the dissatisfaction and opposition of other students, after all, everyone's financial ability and concept are different, and 400 yuan may be a lot of money for some people.
In this case, I felt that I should step up and try to mediate the situation. I posted a message in the group: "Don't worry, everyone, we can calm down first and discuss it well." Maybe we can consider other solutions and see if we can find a better one. ”
My words struck a chord with some of my classmates, who agreed with me and wanted to renegotiate the cost. So, everyone started to talk about this issue.
Some suggested that unnecessary expenses could be reduced, such as eliminating some of the luxury decorations and services, others suggested that some voluntary donation options could be added so that more people could contribute more than everyone else, and still others suggested that a cheaper venue could be replaced or that some events could be scaled down to reduce the overall cost.
The suggestions were different, but they all had a positive attitude and tried to find a solution that would satisfy everyone. With the mediation of me and other students, the atmosphere gradually calmed down, and everyone began to discuss the cost again.
After some discussion, we finally reached a consensus: each person contributed 300 yuan, and the extra part was voluntarily contributed by the students who were willing to donate. In this way, it not only satisfies everyone's dissatisfaction with the cost, but also ensures the smooth progress of the party.
When this solution was unanimously approved by everyone, the atmosphere in the group returned to its former activity. Everyone expressed their willingness to abide by this agreement, and expressed their expectation and longing for this gathering.
I also felt an inexplicable sense of relief, feeling that this class reunion was not only an opportunity to reminisce about the past, but also a manifestation of unity and friendship. Although we have had all kinds of conflicts and disagreements in school, at this special moment, we can come together, face problems together, and find solutions, which is the true friendship and friendship.
In such an atmosphere, we continued to enjoy this rare gathering time, talking freely, and spending a pleasant and unforgettable evening together. I believe that this gathering will be a cherished memory for us and a testimony to our friendship.
As the party progressed, our mood gradually relaxed and the atmosphere became more enthusiastic. Everyone began to reminisce about the interesting stories of high school, and told each other's life trajectories and experiences.
Some students have become successful entrepreneurs, some have become well-known doctors or lawyers, and some have chosen an ordinary and happy family life. Everyone's stories are touching and show the growth and change over the past 20 years.
I paid special attention to the squad leader, who seemed to be somewhat taciturn and not as active as before. I secretly wondered if he was under some pressure because of the fee issue he had raised earlier, which caused him to feel a little depressed.
So, I walked up to the squad leader and asked softly, "Squad leader, what's wrong with you?
The squad leader raised his head, glanced at me, and showed a wry smile: "It's nothing, it may be some trivial matter, it's not worth mentioning." ”
I knew he was running away, but I didn't bother to ask, so I just patted him on the shoulder and motioned for him not to take it too seriously.
However, just then, an unexpected situation happened. I saw the squad leader's mobile phone vibrate suddenly, and as soon as he saw the news, his face suddenly turned pale, and a trace of cold sweat oozed from his forehead.
"What's wrong?" I couldn't help but ask.
The squad leader handed me the phone, and I took it and was stunned. It turned out that a new message appeared in the group: "Squad leader, the income and expenses of this activity have been counted, can you send us the bill?"
When I saw this news, my heart sank. The appearance of this question made the whole atmosphere awkward. Everyone invariably turned their eyes to the squad leader, as if waiting for his explanation and response.
The expression on the squad leader's face became a little embarrassed, and he tried to explain: "This...... I haven't had time to prepare the bill yet, I'll send it to you as soon as possible. ”
However, his explanation was not accepted by everyone, and the atmosphere in the group became more and more tense. Some students began to question the integrity and ability of the class leader, believing that he had not fulfilled his due responsibility and could not shoulder this heavy responsibility.
"Squad leader, it's not right for you to do this!" someone said indignantly, "We trust you, but you let us down. ”
"yes, how can you be so irresponsible!" another student chimed in.
The expression on the squad leader's face became more and more embarrassed when he heard these accusations, and he tried to explain: "I...... I'm a bit derelict in my duties, but I'll take care of that as soon as possible. ”
However, his explanation was not understood by everyone, and the atmosphere in the group became more and more tense. Some students began to express their dissatisfaction and complaints, believing that the class leader did not fulfill his due responsibilities and brought a lot of trouble and unpleasantness to the party.
When I saw this, I felt a little embarrassed. After all, the class leader is the leader of our class, and he carries a lot of responsibility and pressure. However, his handling is indeed somewhat inappropriate and not satisfactory to everyone.
So, I walked up to the squad leader and whispered, "Squad leader, I know you're sad, but we can't let this problem continue. You need to be brave enough to solve problems and not be able to evade and pass the buck. ”
Hearing my words, the squad leader's expression softened slightly, and he nodded, indicating that he would deal with the problem as soon as possible.
I believe that the squad leader is a responsible person who will definitely find a solution to the problem. And I'm going to do my best to help him through this. Because, only together, we will be able to overcome the difficulties and survive this unforgettable night.
With my encouragement, the squad leader gradually regained his confidence, and he decided to deal with the bill immediately in order to reassure everyone. Together, we quickly counted the party's income and expenses, and sent bills to everyone in the group.
After receiving the bill, everyone felt a sense of peace of mind because it showed that the squad leader was really actively solving the problem and not running away. At the same time, everyone has also begun to consciously check their bills to confirm their expenses.
However, at this moment, a new problem arises. Several students found that there were some expenditure items in the bill that they did not recognize, and even doubted whether they existed, which immediately caused a new round of discussion and controversy.
"What's going on with this bill? Why don't we know about some of the spending items?" said someone with a phone in dissatisfaction.
"yes, how did these expenses come about? We can't all know!" another student also questioned.
The atmosphere in the group became tense again, and everyone began to discuss and question the issues in the bill. Some students began to question the class president's integrity and competence, believing that the way he handled the bills was not transparent enough, and that there were unreasonable and unfair places.
The class leader was a little confused, and he tried to explain: "These expenses are necessary expenses for the party, and I can give you a detailed explanation. ”
However, his explanation was not accepted by everyone, and the atmosphere in the group became more and more tense. Some students began to express their dissatisfaction and complaints, believing that the class leader did not fulfill his due responsibilities and brought a lot of trouble and unpleasantness to the party.
When I saw this, I felt a little embarrassed. After all, the issue of bills involves everyone's interests and cannot be easily ignored. I decided to go to the squad leader's side and help him deal with this tricky issue.
"Squad leader, we need to deal with this calmly. "First of all, we need to explain these expenditures in detail so that everyone understands why and why they are necessary." Second, we need to listen to everyone's opinions and suggestions and work together to find a solution to the problem. ”
The squad leader listened to my words, nodded, and said that he would deal with this problem as soon as possible. So, we set out to explain each expense in the bill, detailing why and why it was necessary.
Under our explanation, everyone gradually let go of their doubts and regained their confidence. We discussed solutions to the problem and finally came to a consensus: the class leader would provide detailed details and explanations for the expenses in question, so that everyone could clearly understand the situation, and at the same time, we decided to set up an oversight committee to monitor and review the income and expenditure of the meeting to ensure fairness and transparency.
In this way, everyone felt a little relieved that we had found a solution to the problem. In this difficult time, we united to face the problem together, and finally found a satisfactory solution. Although this party has experienced some twists and turns, it has finally become a precious memory for us and a testimony of our friendship.
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