I used to hear or see in movies where people are placed on a salary by an organisation or someone they were working for, even without working, while they further their education. I always found such a thing almost impossible, but hey, it happened to me, and that was when I knew for sure that being kind, calm, real, and lovable truly has its magic.
After my OND in the polytechnic, I decided to use the one year meant for Industrial Training (I.T.) to work and save money, which I would then use to further my education. I got employed in my church to work as the only staff, where I handled majorly office work, including accounting.
When it was time to return to school, my boss saw how tough footing bills was going to be for me, so he decided to cover for me while I went back to school. Did you get that? I was allowed to go through school, leaving the work for my boss to handle, while I continued receiving my monthly salary. I only went home occasionally on some weekends and also anytime my attention was deeply needed.
It was an unusual thing, and I truly found it strange. This made me resolve to never forget my boss, no matter what. After about a year into our agreement, his transfer later came, and I knew that the incoming boss would never allow such an arrangement. Honestly, I dislike being pitied or shown any piteous attitude.
I was still away in school, waiting for the next weekend to travel home, when I started hearing some funny things. They did not know that I already had it in mind to quit because I did not want to be pitied. I deliberately submitted my resignation letter when I travelled home, and that was it.
I can never forget that strange kind of favour from my boss. Till today, even though we are very far apart, we are still in contact, including with his family.
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