Lucretia presented her project again, and to her surprise, Eric praised it. When he confronted the beggar again, the man revealed his face, and Eric was shocked to see he looked exactly like him. “I’m losing my mind,” Eric said, but the beggar explained, “Your greed and cruelty have made you lose your humanity. Soon, everyone will turn away from you.”
Panicking, Eric saw the consequences of his actions. The office was empty, and his remaining employees were leaving. Tennessee gave him a chance to make amends, suggesting he personally apologize to each employee and show them he was committed to change.
Eric took up the challenge, visiting each former employee, offering apologies and paychecks as a gesture of goodwill. Over time, the office atmosphere improved, and employees returned. Eric began holding team meetings and ensured the boardroom was stocked with snacks and refreshments. During one such meeting, he acknowledged his mistakes and promised to do better.
At the end of the meeting, he offered Lucretia a promotion to be his second-in-command, which she eagerly accepted. Eric went home that evening, reflecting on the beggar’s words and realizing he had been given a chance to change his ways. “I wonder where he is now,” he mused. “I’d like to thank him for what he’s done for me.”
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