Chapter 365
Su Miao gently patted his father's arm, trying to comfort him but not knowing where to start. He just said softly, "Dad, if Grandpa knew how hard you are working now, he would definitely be very pleased. Once you get your driver's license, you can travel thousands of miles.
I suggested you go to the capital with me before, but you were worried about the business. Now that Brother Yu and Brother Yi are able to support the store, you can rest assured and go with me this time."
Su Yuanzheng nodded slightly, took a deep breath, as if to suppress the surging emotions back into his heart, and tried to force a smile:
"Yeah, I can't lose face as your grandfather, an old driver, so I have to pass the driver's license test. Dad has made up his mind. As long as you are willing, I will be your old follower for life. Wherever you go, Dad will go."
Su Miao couldn't help but raise the corner of his mouth: "Okay, then I'll wait to sit in Dad's exclusive passenger seat."
The father and daughter smiled at each other, and warmth slowly flowed in the large living room.
The next day, Su Yuanzheng studied all day, even harder than Su Miao, a senior high school student. He wanted to master the theoretical knowledge as soon as possible so that he could take a test drive.
Finally, it was time for the second class. Su Yuanzheng brought both books he had received, thinking that they might be useful to Master Chen when teaching.
When Old Chen saw that he had brought a book, he asked, "Boss Su, do you have time to read when you get home?"
Su Yuanzheng replied, "After reading the first part, I've put aside all the things in the store and will focus on learning how to drive."
After getting a positive answer, Master Chen reached out to take the book, flipped through it casually, and asked a few more theoretical questions from the previous part, all of which were answered correctly by Su Yuanzheng one by one.
Master Chen's eyes flashed with surprise and admiration, and he said jokingly with a smile: "Boss Su, I can see that you are going to study hard. At your level, I can let you light a fire today."
Sure enough, Master Chen did what he said.
After letting Su Yuanzheng practice basic operations for another half an hour, he waved his hand and allowed Su Yuanzheng to start the vehicle.
To be on the safe side, he first called all the workers in the open space to leave, and if the car got out of control, he would just pull the handbrake.
When everything was ready, Lao Chen said cautiously, "Boss Su, I'll talk next, you do it, move slowly, and don't be in a hurry.
First, start the engine, then use your left foot to press the clutch pedal all the way down to completely disengage the clutch. Okay, now shift into first gear, then slowly release the clutch while adding a little gas..."
Su Yuan was concentrating, holding the steering wheel tightly with both hands, and following Master Chen's instructions step by step.
However, just as he released the clutch, the car shook violently a few times, and then with a "puff", it stalled.
Lao Chen quickly said, "It's okay. It's like this at the beginning. Just practice a few times and it will be fine. Make sure to release the clutch slowly and adjust the throttle properly. Try it again."
Su Yuanzheng took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and tried again.
This time, he learned from his first experience and operated carefully. He slowly released the clutch with his left foot and lightly stepped on the accelerator with his right foot. Finally, the car started to move slowly.
He slowly turned the steering wheel and circled around the open space.
Master Chen did not dare to be careless. His hands were always ready to be placed next to the steering wheel, and his eyes were fixed on the direction of the car. If there was any deviation, he would immediately pull it.
After just a few turns, Su Yuanzheng had become proficient.
Seeing that the machine was almost ready, Lao Chen said, "Boss Su, try shifting. Listen to the engine sound when shifting. When you feel the speed is about right, shift quickly. Just like I taught you just now, coordinate the accelerator and clutch well."
Su Yuanzheng followed Lao Chen's method, practicing repeatedly, listening carefully to the sound of the engine, trying to find that subtle feeling.
After several attempts, he finally mastered the skill of shifting gears.
This time, because he was able to drive, Su Yuanzheng felt that time passed particularly quickly. It felt like an hour had passed before he had enough fun driving.
"Okay, Boss Su, we can pull over and rest for a while. I'll continue teaching you about mechanics using this book."
The two got out of the car to rest. Su Yuanzheng then realized that his shoulders were a little tired after turning the steering wheel for a long time, so he moved his shoulders.
Seeing this, Lao Chen laughed and said, "Driving such a big car must be tiring. The steering wheel is heavy and hard, it's a physical job!
It's okay now that the weather is a little cooler; it would be a struggle to learn in the summer. But if you learn directly with a large car, it will be a breeze when you drive a small car later."
Su Yuanzheng took out a box of Hongtashan cigarettes from his shoulder bag and handed it to Master Chen. Although he himself did not smoke, he still had to do a favor.
Old Chen happily took it and said, "Oh, you're so polite, Boss Su."
"Of course I should. Thank you for troubling Master Chen."
"By the way, Boss Su, have you ever learned to drive before? I don't think you're a complete novice in this area."
"Actually, my dad is an experienced driver. I often sat in the passenger seat when I was a kid, and I even went with him to make deliveries when I was a teenager. But he hasn't been around for over ten years."
"I see. You've been exposed to it for so many years, no wonder you can learn it so quickly. Hey! Was your dad a soldier? Most of the older generation who can drive are retired from the army."
"Yes, my dad joined the unit after he retired from the army. He said he would teach me to drive when I was an adult. Later, I also started working in the unit and was too busy to have time, so he said he would learn when he was free. But after waiting for so long...I never had the chance to learn from him."
Old Chen is over 40 years old. He has experienced the situation where a son wants to support his parents but they are no longer around. He can deeply understand Su Yuanzheng's regret.
He patted Su Yuanzheng on the shoulder and found a topic to bring him out:
"So, I should call your dad 'Old Squad Leader'! I used to be in the army too. After I retired, I was assigned to a unit, but it wasn't in the city. I didn't want to be separated from my wife and children, so I just came out to work."
Sure enough, Su Yuanzheng quickly adjusted his mood:
"Master Chen is really a family man. I think so too. Children should be accompanied more often. For example, I was originally from Ning County, but when my child came to the city to go to school, I followed her. Later, when she went to college, she also let me stay with her."
"I know, I know! Let's call your little sister Miaomiao. Our Mr. Pan always says she's incredibly smart. If I get the chance, I'll adopt her as my godsister. If she passes the imperial examination and becomes the top scorer, Mr. Pan will be so proud."
The two family-oriented men started talking and chatted for a long time. However, learning to drive is a long process and there is no rush. Making friends is still very important.
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