Take notes in the long run.

kazuo ishiguro

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Introduction: Darlington House in July 1956

> > It seems that the travel plan that has been lingering in my mind these days is more and more like a real trip.

> > In addition to the recruitment of employees, my new employer has found it necessary to turn to those talents and qualities that I may only have because of luck in several other aspects, and found them-I might as well speak frankly-trustworthy and entrusted.

> > With her sincere love for this mansion and exemplary professional standards, which are almost nowhere to be found now, Miss Kenton is the key element that enables me to complete a completely satisfactory staff plan for Darlington Mansion.

> > But you may understand that when I ask for some generous gift from my employer, I always have a natural tendency to try my best to imply that there is some good professional motivation behind my request.

the first day-Salisbury in the evening

> > Fortunately, the housekeepers of my father's generation haven't got all those entanglements about our professional value.

the next day-Salisbury in the morning

> > He is a really good man in essence, and a complete gentleman. Today, I am deeply proud that I can devote my best years to serving such a person.

When I was young, I paid a lot for my work, and suddenly I was dying. I found that I gave my work too much time and didn't spend time with my family.

> > He continued to look at the back of his hand for a while. Then he said slowly, "I wish I were a good father to you."

On the third day-in the evening, Moskham village, near tavistock, Devon

Memories are always sentimental in detail. At that time, I only felt that a small incident happened, but I recalled that life had taken a major turn. Yes, if ..., the story would have been another version

> > It was about this time that I decided that I didn't have to endure any longer. I don't remember the specific words I said at that time, but I remember that I quite resolutely invited Miss Kenton out of my pantry, and this episode came to an end.

Everyone is eager to be seen and paid attention to. The world is sometimes very cold. If everyone can show a little warm encouragement and care, the dark world will light a spark. Warm ~

> > Indeed, at that moment, Miss Kenton was probably crying in the room just a few feet away from me. This idea aroused a strange feeling in my heart, which made me hesitate and wander alone in that corridor for a long time. But in the end, I decided it was better to find another opportunity to express my condolences, so I left first.

It's better to ask directly if you have something to say than to turn around and bend around

> > I've been meaning to ask you if these new employees have caused you any special trouble recently. "I smiled gently. "At that time, with so many new people coming at the same time, it is easy to have all kinds of minor troubles and problems. I dare say that even the best in our field can often benefit a lot if we can discuss it a little at such a time. "

> > However, I always wonder what will happen if I don't act like I did at the beginning. What's the point? If this continues, I'm afraid I'll only upset myself in vain. In short, it is harmless to talk about what happened at the beginning as a "turning point", but such a moment can only be ratified in retrospect. Naturally, when I look back on these past events, they are indeed extremely critical and precious moments in my life; But at that time, there was naturally no such idea. On the contrary, I will feel that there are countless days, months and years before me, in which I can slowly sort out the awkwardness and impermanence in my relationship with Miss Kenton; There will be countless opportunities in the future to make up for the impact of this or that misunderstanding. At that time, however, there was absolutely no sign that these apparently insignificant things would make all dreams never come true.

I always thought there was a long day ahead, but I didn't know it would be over. If you are not careful, what you leave is regret in the long years. I can only do my best here and now.

> > On the contrary, I will feel that there are countless days, months and years before me, in which I can slowly sort out the awkwardness and impermanence in my relationship with Miss Kenton; There will be countless opportunities in the future to make up for the impact of this or that misunderstanding.

Day 4-Afternoon in Little Compton, Cornwall

What you think is very important may not be worth mentioning

> > Because, of course, my duty is to hurry back upstairs and serve wine for the most noble gentlemen in China. I don't think I can delay too long.

Day 6-Evening weymouth

> > It has been two whole days since Miss Kenton and I met in the teahouse of Little Compton Rose Garden Hotel.

To some extent, children can bring infinite hope for the future.

with the upbringing, he will eventually find that he is just an ordinary person.

> > First of all, our grandson is coming. This is the first one, and there may be several more behind. ”

> > First of all, our grandson is coming. This is the first one, and there may be several more behind. ”

> > After all, time cannot be turned back. One can't indulge in possible situations forever. You should know that what you have is not worse than most people, maybe even better, and you should be grateful. ”

> > For many people, evening is the best part of the day and the time they look forward to most.

set yourself dead in the framework of the housekeeper, only work, work, work. No thinking, no life

> > Sir Alex Ferguson is a brave man. He chose his own path in life, only to find that he went astray, but he can at least say that it was his own choice. As for me, I can't even say such things. You know, I trust him. I trust the wisdom of Sir Alex Ferguson. In all the years I have served him, I have always believed that everything I have done is valuable. I can't even say that I made a mistake.

> > "You have to learn to enjoy your life. Evening is the best time of the day. You have finished a day's work. It's time for you to put your feet up and enjoy yourself. That's how I see it. Ask anyone and they'll all say the same thing. Evening is the best time of the day. "

> > Because for so many people, evening is really the most enjoyable time of the day. From this point of view, his suggestion may really be reasonable. I really should stop looking back on the past so often and adopt a more positive attitude towards life to make the rest of my life as good as possible.

Comments

Comments:

A very interesting writing perspective, completely flashback memories, one? The perspective of unreliable memories.

a good novel, writing style and a good story are the most basic, and it also has a unique writing style.

Evening is the best time of the day. You have finished a day's work. It's time for you to put your feet up and enjoy yourself. Missed and valuable collapse, reduce dwelling on the past time, adopt a more positive attitude towards life, and live the rest of your life well.