Here's a joke story about "fate" and "perseverance" that I hope you'll enjoy:

The Rooster's Workplace Confusion

One day, a newly appointed rooster was complaining to an old colleague in the office:

“Bro, I really don’t understand the rules of our line of work! Why does the boss (the human) always要求 us to get up early? Can't we just sleep in a little?”

The old rooster was grooming himself. Hearing this, he paused his activity, patted the little rooster’s shoulder earnestly, and sighed:

“Ah, you’re still too young and don’t understand the ins and outs here!”

The little rooster was even more confused: “Is there some profound reason behind this?”

The old rooster nodded and lowered his voice:

“Because if we don’t get up early, who will wake up the hens that are still sleeping? This is called ‘Alarm Clock Spirit,’ understand?”

The little rooster listened and suddenly realized: “Oh, I see! So what if we’re late one day?”

The old rooster answered seriously:

“Then the hens will be late, and the laying time will be delayed. Think about it, can you take this responsibility lightly? Our job concerns the ‘breakfast’ of thousands of households!”

After hearing this, the little rooster immediately felt the weight on his shoulders grow heavier. He straightened his chest and let out a loud crow to the sky, afraid to delay the “important matter.”

Hope this little story brings a smile to your face!