>>5414178The third story is about 'Rung’, a man born in a wealthy family.
Ever since he was a child, his parents wanted him to pursue a career in international spice trading, like them.
However, his passion lies in decorative woodwork.
Still, he wanted to respect his parents’ wishes.
During his 20s, he was a merchant traveling from different countries to sell spices. It was a harsh job for him, with few people he could talk to and rarely being able to meet most of his friends. The job had a great salary, though.
Several years into his career, the operations were scaled back due to tensions between countries. He took this opportunity to pursue his desired job as a carpenter.
During his time as a merchant, he often sculpted wooden objects and studied under the carpenters, so he would already have skills for his dream job when an opportunity presents itself.
For the first year, his venture in wooden toys was mildly successful, but the war between Galepeak and Sablestream heavily reduced the amount of customers.
With both of his jobs now unfeasible, he manufactured cheap furniture instead.
This pursuit yielded a sizable amount of money, allowing him to support himself and his families as the war intensified.
Rung recounts that he began enjoying the work as time went on. He continued to operate this business until he retired.
Died at 65. Unmarried.
Is marriage a necessity for happiness?
(Cont.)
