You can hear the voice recording for the diary.
地元の協力会社の人との一献。
I met up with a local subcontractor in my hometown for drinks.
日系企業に勤めていたときからお世話になった先輩で、初めて飲むことに。地元駅近くにある中国人が経営しているお店を予約しての飲み会。店員、他のお客含め、全員が中国人のレストラン、まるでエジプトにいたときに訪れた中華料理店を彷彿とさせる。
He’s a senior colleague whom I worked with at my first company, and this was our first time meeting up outside of work. I made a reservation at a Chinese restaurant near my station, owned by Chinese nationals. The atmosphere reminded me of my time in Egypt, where everyone—except for us—was Chinese. It brought back memories of my experiences there.
食事の内容は、とてもおいしかった。いずれも、にんにくガッツリでとてもよかった。
The cuisine at the restaurant was delicious, and I enjoyed every dish, especially since garlic was a common ingredient in all of them.
退職を伝え、次の会社へ向けて関係をつなげていくいい機会になった。他の会社とも、関係をこのまま繋いで、今の会社でできなかったビジネスを次の会社で実現し、これまでの恩返しがしたい。
During our conversation, I took the opportunity to share with him my decision to leave my current job. I emphasized that our professional relationship will continue into my next position, and I expressed my intention to maintain our connection for potential future collaborations. While we haven’t yet been able to secure contracts with them, I hope to reciprocate their support in the future.
To be continued.
