The Boss’ Praise
Xiao Guo starts work early and receives praise from his boss during a meeting.
小郭一到公司，就开始工作。As soon as Xiao Guo arrives at the office, he starts working.他先检查邮件，又整理文件。He first checks emails and then organizes his files.老板走过来，看了他一眼。The boss walks by and glances at him.
“今天很早啊，”老板笑着说。“You’re early today,” the boss says with a smile.
“是的，我想早点开始。”小郭回答。“Yes, I wanted to start early,” Xiao Guo replies.
下午开会时，老板在会上说：During the afternoon meeting, the boss says:“小郭这几天工作得很好，大家要向他学习。”“Xiao Guo has been working very well these days. Everyone should learn from him.”同事们都看向他，小郭有点不好意思。Everyone looks at him, and Xiao Guo feels a little shy.
但他心里很高兴。But deep down, he feels really happy.
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