Chapter 27 Father's Work
Parents were probably worried about leaving their children at home, because the door was pushed open at nine o'clock.
"Aunt Martina." Wu Shi's voice was a little choked up.
"Oh, you guys are watching TV together." Martina placed some fruit she had bought on the table.
"Yes, the cat and the teacher are so cute~" Louise nodded happily.
"You never told me these things when you were watching them yourself before," Martina joked.
"Mommy!" Louise's face began to turn red again.
"By the way, Auntie, hasn't my dad come back yet?" Wu Shi asked when he saw that no one was behind him.
"Oh! I took him to meet Italie's clients today. They've almost finalized the deal, so they flew to the factory up north overnight to finalize the contract."
Martina continued, as if remembering something, "Little Wu Shi, do you know what your father's company's main business is?"
"I'm not quite sure," Wu Shi shook his head.
"Composite material design and manufacturing," Martina said.
Wu Shi scratched his head, not understanding why his aunt was saying this.
"They supply materials for some high-end car models, and also provide chassis for standard go-karts. At the beginning of the year, he took me to the Pengcheng Speed Circuit to see those go-karts."
"Huh? So, the chassis of the go-kart I'm driving now is also a product of my dad's company?" Wu Shi was shocked. He had no idea about this. These were all prepared by Boss Chen.
"Of course, these are the frames recommended in the CKC technical regulations."
"So what is the agreement you reached with the clients from Italia?" Wu Shi felt he had already guessed something.
"Yes, we work with some local manufacturers to provide chassis specifically for CIK-FIA (FIA Karting Association) racing events," Martina said.
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Wu Shi had to admit that this was fantastic news. In this era, for a Chinese driver to integrate into the mainstream European and American racing scene, he needed both technical skills and the support of a major company.
Since my dad's company has trade dealings with Omega in racing parts, it means they have some say in recommending drivers, and it also means they would be very interested in sponsoring a Chinese driver.
"Judging from your expression, you seem to know what this means?" Martina asked, puzzled.
"Yes, racing requires not only talent, but also a lot of money and the support of influential companies, especially if you want to enter Formula racing," Wu Shi said.
"Oh? Where did you learn all this?" Martina was surprised; how could a child of that age know so much?
"My dad bought me a computer, so I can browse some related information," Wu Shi said.
"Oh, I see~ Auntie has some good news for you. If this contract is signed, Zhenlin will most likely get promoted," Martina said.
"That's great!" Wu Shi nodded.
"But he wants to go to Europe to be with you as you grow up," Martina said.
I, Wu Shi, hesitated only slightly before expressing my opinion: "I can't let my father's career plans be delayed because of me. I am independent enough and don't need him to sacrifice his work to accompany me."
He knew, of course, that these words weren't pleasant to hear, but after all these years, even if he wanted to change anything now, he felt it was unnecessary, especially since it might delay other important matters.
He's not a child in the true sense of the word, so he won't become emotionally distorted or hate his father just because he's lacked fatherly love for the past few years.
The adult world is full of helplessness and cannot be perfect.
"You'll have to say that to him yourself," Martina said, her expression turning serious.
"I know, I'll call him tomorrow," Wu Shi nodded.
"Okay, there's something else I need to discuss with you two little ones." Martina's face returned to a relaxed and cheerful smile.
"Oh! I thought Mom had forgotten that her daughter was still here." Louise pouted.
"Oh, of course not, we were just talking about serious business." Martina sat down on the sofa to the side.
"What is it that you want to discuss with us?" Louise asked.
"Well, it's me and your Uncle Zhenlin." Martina looked at Louise and then at Wu Shi: "That is, Wu Shi's father. We're considering marriage. What are your thoughts?"
"In my opinion, this matter should be decided by your feelings." Wu Shi had a good impression of Martina, so he naturally wouldn't refuse.
"And what about little Louise?" Martina asked, looking at her daughter.
"If I marry you, then will he be my brother?" Louise asked.
Martina keenly sensed that something seemed to have happened between the two when her daughter suddenly changed her way of speaking. She nodded and said, "Of course, he is older than you, so he is naturally the older brother."
Louise blinked, pursed her lips, and didn't speak, but the struggle to raise the corners of her mouth betrayed her thoughts.
"So, this means you agree?" Martina smiled, but still didn't get a reply from her daughter, so she concluded, "This means you agree~"
After the important matters were discussed, Martina was quite happy, and Louise was also very happy, but they didn't want to show it, and kept secretly glancing at Wu Shi.
The next morning, Wu Shi called his father after getting up.
There's no other way; students either call in the morning or at night.
"Hey, son, what's wrong?" Wu Zhenlin's voice was quite energetic.
"Dad, Aunt Martina came back yesterday and told me about your company," Wu Shi said.
"Oh, this is indeed good news! Your dad is going to sign a big contract!" Wu Zhenlin's voice was clearly happy.
"Congratulations, Dad! I called to say that you should prioritize your career. Even if I go to Europe, I can take good care of myself." Wu Shi spoke his mind directly and didn't beat around the bush.
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There was a long silence on the other end of the phone.
"Dad, if you're promoted to President of the Europa Region, I'd be happy to have you in Europa with me. But if you're offered another position, I hope you won't give it up because of me," Wu Shi said.
Wu Zhenlin is a workaholic. He doesn't go to work just to make a living; his goal is clear: to get ahead. This is what propelled him from a peasant family to the upper-middle class.
"Did Martina tell you to say that?" Wu Zhenlin asked.
"Dad! What are you thinking? Why did Auntie ask me to do this? This is my own idea! You see, I've been doing well all these years. I know you've had a tough time, and I don't think you don't love me because you don't spend time with me."
"Because I know all of this, I can understand and support you, Dad, in doing what you want to do, just like how you are willing to spend hundreds of thousands or millions every year to support me in karting in Europe!"
Wu Shi finished speaking quickly, but as soon as he finished, he thought of another point to persuade him and said again, "Dad, racing cars is very expensive."
"I understand." Wu Zhenlin's voice was slightly low, but it quickly became more upbeat in the next sentence:
"Son, I know you are much more mature than your peers, so I won't take your words and decisions as childish nonsense. Thank you for your support and understanding!"
"Haha, I should thank my dad for his support and understanding," Wu Shi said with a smile.