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44| Goodbye and Good Luck
Masood When faced with a situation that seems insurmountable, despite your best efforts, remember that it's okay to acknowledge your limitations and walk away. Don't let frustration and helplessness hold you back - instead, choose to invest your time and energy in new opportunities and new experiences that foster growth and positivity. Sometimes, moving forward means leaving something behind. It pays you in the long run.
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Just after their marriageVicky's marriage to Sarah was still basking in its newfound glow that he did not expect altogether when fate dealt him another unexpected card.The head of his institution, Professor Thompson, was offered a prestigious promotion, leaving a power vacuum in his wake. In a surprise move, the board of directors turned to Vicky, entrusting him with the responsibilities of acting head.The news spread like wildfire, leaving Vicky's students stunned, especially his colleagues who had been restyling for this post already. At just the right moment, Vicky's life had taken another dramatic turn. As he donned the mantle of leadership, he couldn't help but wonder what other challenges lay hidden in the shadows, waiting to test his mettle.Vicky's newfound status as acting head came with perks, including access to a company car and other provisions. Eager to assert his independence, he decided to drive himself home one evening, sans chauffeur.However, this seemingly innocu
Striding Spirits 45| Turmoil and Tribulation
Vicky's heart sank as he heard the familiar voice of Mr. Johnson, the greedy administrator from his previous institution. He had thought he'd left all the drama and stress behind, but it seemed like his past was catching up with him. "Vicky, my boy," Mr. Johnson said, his voice dripping with false sincerity. "I hope you're doing well in your new institution. I heard you're quite the star teacher there." Vicky was wary of Mr Johnson's intentions and asked bluntly, "What do you want, sir?" Vicky had written to Mr Johnson to issue his savings and arrears with him. Mr Johnson did not answer Vicky's formal letter and instead made sarcastic remarks about Vicky's character, calling him a dodger. Vicky was so hurt. Vicky was already aware of Mr. Johnson's greedy and mean nature, and simply wanted to warn him to respond to his letter if he had a legitimate claim. However, Mr Johnson was too clever and cunning, always looking for ways to exploit others for financial gain, and chose not to
Striding Spirits 46| New Beginning and Redemption
"O my Lord, you have graciously paved all my ways in my life. Now I again seek your guidance and solutions!" Vicky was crying, his heart aching. To get relief from this transition, one fateful night in the office, as the weight of his struggles became almost too much to bear, Vicky's forbearance gave way to despair, and he fell to his knees, his hands clasped together in great fervent prayer, pleading for guidance, for a lifeline to cling to, as he begged for the strength to survive the turmoil that had become his life. There was no way but God who would give him strength and a path to move. Stellina the chief accountant kew how to manage the difference, but Vicky didn't want to make such adjustments that would lead them auditable objection in future. Stellina had developed good terms with Vicky and wished to keep it so. She tried to convey her desire through suggesting him to watch some indecent movies. But didn't want to follow her lusty suggestion, and didn't reply to her que
Striding Spirits 47| A Stoke Of Luck
"Why don't you join the special training classes to teach?" the principal asked Vicky, "I do want to join, sir," Vicky replied humbly. "Let's talk to the director, " he suggested. "May I come in?" Vicky knocked at the door, and the director allowed him to enter. "Sir, kindly consider me for the new session to teach the special classes?" Vicky requested the director to consider him. The director already knew Vicky's feedback from the classes where., accepted his request and desired to see Vicky's name in the most demanded tutor in the institution. After a few weeks, Vicky was assigned an Engineering class to teach. It was not a problematic class but its attitude was very nonchalant. Vicky knew how to tackle it. He got worksheets for the class to attempt every alternative day. Buy the end of session, just before a month, this class put its feedback and Vicky's joy no bounds to see the output. The class was very satisfied. On the side, there was a pre-medical class preparing fo
Striding Spirits 48| Beyond the Window Pane
In the waves of curiosity, Vicky's boyhood desire appeared at last when his close school fellow Fenton Maxi rang and asked Vicky to pack his luggage as: "You're going to see me shortly."Fenton Maxi had been in Greece for almost ten years with his family of one boy Adam and wife Cora.Vicky had harbored enough a deep-seated longing to visit London since his sister denied him permission when he was just fourteen years old. The wish never died out. This unfulfilled desire had taken root in his heart, lingering for years.Despite his repeated attempts to realize his dream, he faced disappointment every time he mustered the courage to try again, leaving his aspiration perpetually unfulfilled.Time had its stronghold and Vicky had to strive after the death of his dear father. He couldn't not help to move anywhere else but keep on facing the challenges of life in his own homeland."Why don't you like to go abroad?' Jenifer asked Vicky.He made no answer.During this session, he had many disap
Striding Spirits 49| Vicky is Back
Professor Stephen Moor, the institution's head, sat behind his polished, wooden desk, his eyes narrowing slightly as Vicky entered. The afternoon sun cast its familiar, golden glow through the office window, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air. Vicky's hesitant knock on the doorframe respectfully broke the silence. "May I come in?" he asked, his voice tinged with uncertainty but pleasant. Professor Moor gestured for Vicky to enter, his expression unreadable. As Vicky stepped inside, the professor's gaze swept over his nice suit, which included pointed shoes and a leather bag. "Welcome back, Vicky," he said, his tone a bit measured. "Though, I must inform you, your...long absence has consequences, gentleman." He paused, steepling his fingers. "Your position has been filled. We had to do that, you know. Students' studies and then exams." Vicky was not surprised much, as he knew that that would happen. Vicky discussed his plan and the professor guided him well. After
Striding Spirits 51| A Good Piece of Advice
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Striding Spirits 50 | Seeking a New Challenge
"You look so gorgeous, sweetheart!", Vicky commented as he looked at Ashely. She looked back at him because she was walking to the corridor to meet her client. She had been working for a pharmaceutical company for three months. She was trying to complete her last semester at secondary high school."Hi, Vicky, where have you been?" Ashely asked Vicky. "I have been to a walk-in interview. I have recently applied for the job," Vicky replied eagerly. "Oh, I see," she did not comment. She looked back at her reflection in the tinted window pane and studied her facial looks that would warrant such an amazing comment that Vicky had just passed on her. She was beautiful, true, but Vicky was not interested in her. It was Ashely only who was making attempts to impress him with her cajolery before meeting with Jermy. Her manager, seeing the hesitation on her face, tried to know about her today's visits. He tried to coax her and made her speak. Ashely replied cautiously, "Only one client today,
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