The sky collapsed, and in the blink of an eye, I found myself transported to Nanluoguxiang.

After a moment of silence, Station Chief Zhao and Director Xie got down to business.

Li Kaixin felt it was inappropriate for him to eavesdrop on this topic, so he stood up and said, "Station Chief Zhao, Uncle Xie, please continue with your work. I won't disturb you any longer."

"Wait a minute, Kaixin, sit down and listen too. This matter concerns your drivers." Station Master Zhao smiled and gestured for them to sit down.

Although Li Kaixin was somewhat puzzled, he sat down again.

Seeing Li Kaixin's confusion, Director Xie explained from the side:

"Kaixin, you may not know this since you haven't been a full-time employee for long time, but after each long-distance mission, the station will call a debriefing meeting for all full-time drivers."

Seeing that Li Kaixin seemed to be deep in thought, he paused and then continued, "There's something related to you at this meeting. Listen to it first, so you'll have a better understanding of the situation."

"Okay, Station Chief Zhao." Li Kaixin readily agreed and sat up straight.

Afterwards, Station Chief Zhao continued his conversation with Director Xie.

After listening for a while, Li Kaixin gradually understood the reason.

It turned out that when Captain Wang returned last time, he reported that when they encountered a pack of wolves, the wolves were already close, making it difficult for the convoy to evacuate quickly. One of the main reasons was the lack of manpower for night watch.

At that time, all those on night duty were apprentices. To increase manpower, they needed to have regular drivers who didn't have apprentices take on apprentices, but they couldn't force anyone to take one on.

At this point, both of their gazes fell on Li Kaixin.

Li Kaixin felt a little uncomfortable being stared at and asked, "Uncle Xie, Station Chief Zhao, why are you looking at me like that?"

The two exchanged a glance, and a meaningful smile appeared on their faces.

Director Xie chuckled and said, "I'm so happy! Would you like to take on an apprentice?"

"What? You want me to bring it?"

Li Kaixin was taken aback at first, then waved his hands repeatedly:

"That won't do! Station Chief Zhao, Uncle Xie, I've only been here a short time, how can I bring people with me? Wouldn't that just be holding them back?"

"It seems you'll have to be the one to start this."

Station Master Zhao then smiled and chimed in, before explaining further:

"If even you take on apprentices, and we bring it up again in the later meeting, how will the other experienced masters who haven't taken on any apprentices have the nerve to keep making excuses?"

Li Kaixin wanted to say something, but Director Xie interrupted her directly:

"Alright, it's settled then! Your master will still be the one actually teaching; the apprentice will just be registered under your name, it's just a formality."

Station Master Zhao waved his hand immediately: "Kaixin, there's nothing else now, you can go and get back to work."

Li Kaixin thought to himself: You guys aren't letting me express my opinion at all!

In the end, Li Kaixin could only get up and leave the office with a sense of helplessness.

When they arrived at the bike shed, Li Kaixin's bike was already parked in its usual spot.

On the other side, seeing Master Chen bending down to inspect his car, Li Kaixin walked straight over there.

"Master, are you busy?" Li Kaixin stepped forward with a smile.

Hearing the voice, Master Chen looked up and saw it was Li Kaixin, and he smiled.

"I'm happy. Why aren't you checking your car? What are you doing here?"

"Master, there's something I need to tell you, so you'd better be prepared." Li Kaixin immediately put on a mysterious expression.

Master Chen became interested, put down the wrench in his hand, and turned to the side: "Oh? What's the matter? Tell me."

Li Kaixin didn't beat around the bush and recounted the entire conversation in the office in detail.

After listening, Master Chen remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking:

"This is a good thing for the team as a whole. But by doing this, you might offend those drivers who haven't taken on any apprentices yet."

"Why, Master?" Li Kaixin asked, looking puzzled.

Master Chen sighed and began to explain slowly.

It turns out that apart from Li Kaixin, Master Chen, and Yang Hua'an, there were no other apprentices in the team.

The other three are: one, like Li Kaixin, had only recently obtained his driver's license; another had been hurt by his apprentice and had not taken on any more apprentices; and the last one had explicitly stated that he would not take on any apprentices.

Okay, Li Kaixin understood now. He had sensed that Director Xie and the others were using him as a pawn while he was working, and now he was 100% certain.

After leaving Mr. Chen's side, Li Kaixin walked to her parking space.

First, I looked around the car and found that it had been washed clean; the bloodstains on the car and the grass behind it were gone.

Next, he climbed into the passenger seat, took out the toolbox from the side, and began to carefully inspect and maintain the car.

Since the car was still new and all parts were in good condition, Li Kaixin mainly applied some lubricant and repaired it in no time.

Inside the bike shed, the convoy members gradually arrived.

Li Kaixin sat beside the car, watching the other experienced mechanics still busy with their apprentices, inspecting and repairing the vehicle.

I suddenly felt a little fortunate. No wonder the experienced mechanics looked at me with envy when I received my new car.

However, seeing the apprentices running around handing tools and helping their masters, it seems that taking on an apprentice isn't such a bad thing after all.

Lost in thought, Kaixin suddenly leaned closer and said in a cheeky tone, "Kaixin, what are you thinking about so intently?"

Li Kaixin snapped out of her daze, saw it was Wu Tian, ​​and without responding to Wu Tian's words, smiled and asked, "What are you doing here? Are you all healed?"

"Good morning!"

Wu Tian patted his chest, then his face lit up with barely suppressed excitement: "By the way, my master and I would like to invite you to dinner tonight. Are you coming?"

"Come on, of course I'll come!"

Li Kaixin also became interested and pressed, "Look how happy you are! What good news is it? Tell me!"

"You'll see then. Anyway, my boss and I are treating everyone at the transport station tonight!"

Wu Tian kept everyone in suspense, patted Li Kaixin on the shoulder, and then turned around and went to the other experienced craftsmen.

Li Kaixin was left standing there completely bewildered.

Time flies, and it's almost lunchtime again.

At this moment, Director Xie came out of his office and began to call the official drivers to the conference room for a meeting.

"Let's go, Kaixin." Director Xie walked up to Li Kaixin with a smile on his face.

Li Kaixin knew that what was coming would eventually happen, so he nodded and followed Director Xie to the conference room.

The meeting room was quite spacious, with seats arranged in a tiered manner.

The experienced craftsmen inside had already gathered in twos and threes, chatting quietly, waiting for the people from the podium to arrive.

"Kaixin, come here." Master Chen stood next to an old master craftsman and waved to Li Kaixin.

Seeing this, Li Kaixin immediately went over and asked with a smile, "Master, were you looking for me?"

Master Chen didn't beat around the bush and introduced Li Kaixin directly: "This is Master Guo. He hasn't taken on any apprentices yet."

Li Kaixin's heart skipped a beat; he understood that his master was trying to ease the tension between them, so he extended his hand and politely said, "Master Guo, hello!"

"Kaixin, how are you too!" Master Guo also reached out and shook hands with Li Kaixin, his tone quite kind: "Your master told me it's okay, don't feel burdened."

Li Kaixin smiled and nodded, "Thank you, Master Guo!"