I dreamed that I was newly employed by a large corporation and went there for the orientation.
The company's security was lax, allowing me to directly access the company's Outlook PST file on my own computer. I couldn't help but wonder, "How can the security be so relaxed in such a big company?"
I saw a male engineer and went downstairs to find him. I noticed he was also working with his own computer. His office chair was a Herman Miller Aeron Chair, better than his supervisor's chair, which piqued my curiosity.
During lunch break, the office lights were turned off. The engineer and I went outside and chatted. I asked him about the office chair, and he mentioned that the company-provided chair was uncomfortable, so he bought the Aeron Chair for himself.
It struck me that the company seemed quite frugal with its employees, and the lax security suggested a lack of organization. It appeared to be a workplace I might not want to remain in for long.
Since I still had some furniture in stock, I asked the engineer if he needed any furniture for his new home. He mentioned that he had just moved to Taipei and didn't need any new furniture yet.
The scene shifted to me going to my mother's house. We had plans to have dinner together at a restaurant with my brothers tonight, and I was there to pick my parents up.
It was raining heavily outside, so I decided to call a cab. My younger brother informed me he would be late, but considering the difficulty of getting a cab in the rain, I decided we should leave anyway.
I had a video call with the driver, who seemed trustworthy. After confirming, my parents and I went downstairs to wait for the cab.
A taxi arrived just as we got downstairs. I video called the driver again, and he mentioned he might be late and suggested we take another cab if one was available.
I told him, "Since we've already requested your cab, we'll wait for you as agreed."
We got into the car, and I noticed the driver kept looking back at us, which seemed strange. I asked, "Are you the cab we called?" He replied, "Yes! Don't you remember my face?" He had grayish-white fluffy hair, just like the person I saw on the video call.
As we drove, two more people got into the car. One of them squeezed next to my mom, making her uncomfortable.
While eating McDonald's burgers in the car, the passenger next to my mom actually put his arm around her shoulder. I pushed his hand away and asked him to maintain his distance, especially with so many viruses around.
The car stopped by the roadside again, which seemed odd. As I was eating my burger, I asked why we had stopped. I could see my mom was already quite unhappy.
The driver explained that he was awaiting someone else. Frustrated by the situation, I pointed out the overcrowded conditions and emphasized the necessity of adhering to transportation regulations. The driver responded with a suggestion to find another taxi if we were dissatisfied.
As I was contemplating whether to change cabs, my daughter knocked on the door and woke me up...
夢見我剛被一家大公司雇用，來到公司報到。
公司的安控不好，讓我用自己的電腦直接連上公司 Outlook PST 檔。我心想「大公司的系統安控怎麼這麼鬆散？」
看到一位男工程師，我到樓下找他，發現他也是用自己帶來的電腦在工作。因為他的辦公椅是 Herman Miller Aeron Chair 人體工學椅，比他主管的辦公椅還好，讓我感到好奇。
中午休息時辦公室關燈，我和那男工程師到外面閒聊，問起辦公椅的事。他說公司配的椅子很不舒服，他想對自己好一點，所以買了 Aeron Chair 來坐。
我心想這公司對員工非常小氣，而且安控管理又不好，是一家無制度的公司，恐怕無法久待。
因為我還有一些家具存貨，心想這工程師也是識貨肯花錢買好商品的人，問他搬新家是否需要買其他家具。他回說剛搬來台北，舊家具還堪用，暫無需要。
場景切換到我要去媽媽家。今晚和她有約，要到餐廳跟弟弟們一起吃飯，我來接爸媽去餐廳。
外頭下著大雨，我想叫車。小弟通知我們他會晚點到，但我想雨天叫車不易，我們還是先出門好了。
我用視訊和司機對話，他看起來是老實人。確認後，我和爸媽到樓下等車。
此時正好來了一部計程車。我又和司機視訊，他說可能會遲到，如果有其他車，請我們去坐別的車好了。
我跟他說「既然已經叫了你的車，我們要守信用，就等你了。」
車子來到，我們上了車。我注意到司機一直回頭看我們，覺得有點奇怪，問他「你是我們叫的車嗎？」他回說「是啊！你不記得我的臉嗎？」他有灰白蓬鬆的頭髮，看來的確像是視訊上的那個人。
開到一個小巷子，又有兩人上車。其中一人擠在媽媽身邊，讓她很不舒服。
我和媽媽在車上吃起麥當勞漢堡，她身邊的那位乘客竟然把手搭在她的肩上。我把那人的手推開，請他自重。現在病毒這麼多，請保持距離。
車子又在路邊停了下來，覺得有點奇怪。我邊吃漢堡，邊問停車的原來，看得出來，媽媽已經很不悅了。
司機說他在等人。「你們若不爽，就坐別車。」
我心想「這車上連司機已經有六人已經很擠了，還要再載人。」我氣得跟司機說「你沒有照規則，這根本是超載！」司機反駁「你若不爽，就叫別車啊！」
當我正在考慮是否要換車時，女兒正好敲門，把我吵醒了...
Ending 1 - A Surprise Twist
Just as you decide to leave the cab, you realize that everyone inside is part of a surprise party for your promotion. The strange encounters and apparent discomfort were all part of an elaborate plan to surprise and celebrate with you.
Ending 2 - A Resolution
Before getting out of the cab, you firmly reiterate your concerns to the driver. He recognizes his mistakes and commits to improving his professionalism. You and your family continue the journey in a more comfortable and respectful atmosphere.
Ending 3 - A Lesson Learned
The driver stops the car and explains that he's been struggling to make ends meet. You empathize with his situation but emphasize the importance of following rules and prioritizing passenger safety. This conversation leads to a newfound understanding between you, the driver, and the other passengers.
Ending 4 - A Quick Escape
Realizing that the situation has become too uncomfortable, you and your family quickly exit the cab and find another one. This new taxi driver is professional, and you arrive at your destination safely, enjoying a delightful dinner together.
Ending 5 - A Shift in Perspective
You wake up from your dream, reflecting on the events and realizing that each encounter was a reminder to be adaptable and assertive in various situations. This newfound understanding helps you navigate challenges more effectively in your waking life.
Each of these alternative endings offers a unique conclusion to your dream, emphasizing various aspects of trust, communication, empathy, and adaptability, which can be valuable lessons in both personal and professional contexts.
Your dream revolves around themes of trust, security, and personal boundaries within professional and personal contexts. The various interactions and situations highlight your concerns and observations about the importance of following rules and respecting others' comfort and wellbeing.
The lax security at the large corporation symbolizes your perception of the organization's potential carelessness and lack of structure. This raises questions about the company's overall management and commitment to maintaining a secure and organized environment for its employees.
The engineer's decision to buy his own office chair reflects individual preferences and the importance of personal comfort in the workplace. However, it also points to the company's frugality, which you perceive as a possible red flag regarding the organization's values and priorities.
The scene with your family and the taxi driver explores the theme of trust and the importance of adhering to rules and regulations. The driver's unusual behavior and disregard for passenger comfort and safety make you question his professionalism and reliability.
Defending your mother's personal space and voicing your concerns about the overcrowded conditions showcase your willingness to stand up for yourself and others, highlighting your commitment to maintaining personal boundaries and prioritizing safety and well-being.
Your contemplation of changing cabs signifies your willingness to take action and make choices that align with your values and priorities, despite potential inconvenience or uncertainty.
Overall, your dream reflects on various aspects of trust, security, and personal boundaries within different contexts. It emphasizes the importance of being vigilant, assertive, and proactive in protecting your own interests and those of your loved ones.