The Happy Farmer Wanderer-Chapter 341 Driving Lessons_1
What kind of car to buy in the end had not been decided.
But the matter of getting a driving license was quickly resolved under Han Mei’s decisive action.
She had Li Qing find the time to sign up within the next couple of days.
And to bring Wu Xingxing along with him!
After furthering his relationship with Han Mei that night, Li Qing was now completely unresistant to such arrangements.
The very next day, when Li Qing went to the county town to deliver goods, he took Wu Xingxing with him.
Having made up his mind, he saw no need to dawdle and wanted to sort things out quickly.
However, Li Qing had also heard that there were many pitfalls in the process of getting a driver’s license.
To be cautious, he specifically sought out Brother Gong to ask for some advice.
"Qingzi, you’re going for your driving license?"
In Li Qing’s office, Brother Gong lounged on the sofa, exuding a ruffian air.
Li Qing nodded, "My tricycle no longer meets my needs, so I’m planning to buy a pickup or something. But while the paperwork for a three-wheeler is simple, I need a license for a four-wheeler!"
Brother Gong burst into laughter, "You’ve come to the right person. I just happen to know a guy who’s very quick at sorting this kind of stuff out."
"But, since you’re educated, try not to spend money on the first and fourth exams if you can. If you really can’t pass, then reach out to that guy, and spend a little to solve the problem."
Li Qing was surprised, "Brother Gong, are you saying you can still buy your way through nowadays?"
"Don’t even think about getting your license with just a bribe like in the old days; that’s not happening anymore. But with certain exams, there’s still a way as long as the money is right. If you pay up, things can still be handled," Brother Gong chuckled.
"Let me find that kid’s number for you, ah, here it is. Here, take it!"
Brother Gong handed over his phone, saying, "This kid’s surname is Qi, named Qi Chuanyu. Chang’an Driving School is his. Just call and say I referred you."
"Although I’ve only met him a few times, I think he’ll certainly extend that courtesy to you."
Li Qing saved Qi Chuanyu’s number and asked, "Brother Gong, from what you’re saying, Qi Chuanyu must have some background, right? Otherwise, with today’s strict driving test system, not everyone can find a workaround."
"Absolutely," Brother Gong said, taking a sip of water and nodding, "The Qi Family of the County Town, how could they not have connections?"
Li Qing was startled.
If Qi Chuanyu was related to the County Town’s Qi Family, then there was no need to doubt anything.
They definitely had connections!
The Qi Family, once the wealthiest in the county town, had been investigated several times in the past two years and severely weakened.
But even a diminished camel is still bigger than a horse; they were not to be underestimated.
"Brother Gong, we’ll be leaving then, to take a look at the driving school," Li Qing said as he got up.
"Alright!" Brother Gong waved his hand carelessly and then said to Wu Xingxing, "Sister-in-law, since Qingzi is busy today, I won’t keep you. I’ll treat you both to a meal another day."
Wu Xingxing, nervous around the formidable Brother Gong, nodded shyly and hid behind Li Qing.
Brother Gong felt a bit awkward and touched his stubble, "I don’t bite, sister-in-law. What are you afraid of?"
"She’s shy around new people, and Brother Gong, you’re also a bit too fierce," Li Qing said with a smile.
Brother Gong paused, "Am I fierce?"
He began to doubt himself.
Li Qing smiled, waved his hand, and left the office.
After asking for directions, Li Qing and Wu Xingxing hurried to Chang’an Driving School.
The driving school was large and had many cars.
As soon as Li Qing entered, he saw many cars circling around the field.
Before going in, Li Qing had phoned Qi Chuanyu and asked for directions.
The nephew of the richest family proved to be extremely courteous.
Upon hearing that Li Qing was recommended by "Brother Gong", Qi Chuanyu asked him to wait in the office, saying he would be there shortly.
"Let’s go, let’s wait in the office!" Li Qing hung up the phone and took Wu Xingxing’s little hand as they entered the office.
An office building with two floors, the first-floor door straight ahead leads into the office.
When Li Qing and Han Mei walked in, there were already a bunch of people queuing to process their business.
"Are you here to sign up?" A plump woman stood up from her seat and asked.
Li Qing nodded, "Yes, but we’ve already contacted someone."
"Bring your ID, I’ll handle it. No matter who you’re looking for, it still goes through us in the end, same difference. Those instructors’ commissions, they’ll get theirs, and we can’t steal it," the plump woman said with some impatience.
"It’s not an instructor," Li Qing said, shaking his head.
"If it’s not an instructor, even less to worry about, give me your ID," the plump woman urged again.
Just at that moment, a man wearing a blue short-sleeved shirt appeared at the door, "Who is Li Qing?"
Li Qing raised his hand and walked over.
"Principal Qi!" The plump woman looked at Li Qing with surprise.
Qi Chuanyu didn’t seem very old, most likely around thirty.
"If Brother Gong introduced him, then he’s one of our own," Qi Chuanyu slapped Li Qing’s shoulder affably, and said to the plump woman, "Give Li Qing the discount policy, the lowest price. Arrange a car for him, let him start practicing."
"Principal Qi, there’s no need for that, just go with the original price," Li Qing quickly said.
He didn’t want to owe someone a favor for no reason.
Contacting Brother Gong was to find a reliable and fast-paced school, not for any discount.
"Don’t be so formal. The discount policy is from the county. As long as you graduated from junior or senior high school and are within the age range, it’s also considered support for vocational education. I won’t lose out," Qi Chuanyu said with a smile.
Li Qing smiled awkwardly, realizing he indeed qualified.
"I see." He took out his and Wu Xingxing’s IDs and handed them to the plump woman.
The paperwork was quickly done, and all that was left for Li Qing and Wu Xingxing to do was get a physical before they could drive directly.
During the paperwork process, Qi Chuanyu didn’t leave.
Only after everything was completed did he say to Li Qing, "Come on, join me in my office for some tea."
"Sure!"
Having received help, Li Qing couldn’t very well just turn around and leave.
Qi Chuanyu was nothing like the arrogant second-generation rich kid Li Qing had imagined, but rather quite humble and polite.
After a short stay in his office, Li Qing and Wu Xingxing hurried to the county hospital.
Although the procedure for a driving health check was intricate, it was surprisingly fast.
In less than two hours, both of them had received their checkup report.
Just as they were delivering the health report to the driving school, Guan Lin suddenly called.
"You little troublemaker, school is starting in a couple of days. Wrap up what you’re working on quickly. It’s going to be very busy during school time, and it’s your busiest period," she said.
Li Qing sneakily glanced at Wu Xingxing, who seemed not to have heard the words "little troublemaker."
This woman was getting bolder by the day.
