RPAGF Chapter 36 Don’t cry, I don’t know how to comfort people
Chapter 36 Don’t cry, I don’t know how to comfort people
His eyes fell on Chu Xin's face. She was a very beautiful girl, with bright eyes and white teeth. She stood there confidently, without any pride or guilt.
Suppressing his thoughts, Kong Yuan asked seriously, "Do you really know how to repair it? This is not a joke, and it's not something you can learn just by reading a few books."
Chu Xin looked past him, scanning the entire tractor, then retracted her gaze and nodded slightly, "We'll know if it works if we try it. It's broken anyway, and none of you can fix it, right?"
Kong Yuan: This girl is a bit crazy!
Chu Xin didn't say anything else and walked past him to the tractor.
This is a very old tractor, manufactured in China using technology from the DT-54 tractor imported from Russia. It's been in use for so long that it's badly worn out, and even if it were repaired, there's no guarantee of finding a suitable replacement part.
Chu Xin asked Liu Qiang, "What problems do tractors have?"
Liu Qiang quickly replied: "It's difficult to start, insufficient power!"
"Oh, then try to start it and let me see."
Liu Qiang obediently took the crank and inserted it into the starting hole. He pressed the air-holding valve with one hand and cranked the handle from slow to fast with the other hand.
I saw a puff of black smoke coming out of the tractor chimney, and then the tractor made two "teng teng" sounds and then fell silent.
Chu Xin waved her hand to stop Liu Qiang from shaking the tractor and began to inspect it. In fact, she used her mental power to explore the power system one by one.
This tractor is old and the clutch plate is severely worn, causing the clutch to slip. It is not only difficult to control but also unsafe. Although Liu Qiang did not respond to this problem, Chu Xin still asked Kong Yuan to find a new one to replace it.
Then it was discovered that the fuel system was clogged and even the spark plugs were faulty, which was the key reason why the tractor could not start.
Chu Xin took out the fuel filter and fuel injector, cleaned them, and then reinstalled them. Since there were no suitable spark plugs to replace them, he could only repair them and use them as a makeshift, and replace them with new ones next time.
When Kong Yuan first saw the parts she had disassembled scattered all over the floor, he was extremely worried. It would be a big deal if one of them was not put back.
I didn't expect that the girl put all the parts and screws back together without even pausing!
After a busy work, when the tractor was started again, the engine drove the whole machine smoothly and powerfully, and immediately a "thump thump" sound came out of the chimney.
alright!!
Liu Qiang smiled brightly, reached out and gently stroked the tractor body, muttering to himself: "That's good, it's finally fixed!"
Kong Yuan knew that he had underestimated others, and said to Chu Xin with some embarrassment but sincerity: "I am narrow-minded and underestimated female comrades. I apologize to you! Girl, you are great!"
Chu Xin took off her gloves and nodded slightly in response to his words.
I turned around and saw Du Bo's complicated expression and asked him, "What's wrong?"
Du Bo remained silent and did not reply to her.
Chu Xin didn't ask any further questions. He would just say whatever he wanted to say.
"Comrade Chu, thank you so much for helping me!" Liu Qiang's joy passed and he came to his senses, quickly thanking Chu Xin.
Chu Xin felt that it was not a big deal, so she waved her hand to stop him. If he continued to thank her, she would tap her toes again. Please don't embarrass her, okay?
After declining Liu Qiang's gift, Chu Xin and Du Bo walked back to the scrap yard.
Only then did Du Bo see the apples Chu Xin had placed on the ground. "Are these for me?"
Chu Xin nodded, "Yes, I can't always give you cigarettes, it's not good for your health!"
Du Bo nodded without saying anything, leaning back in the recliner silently, his lips tightly pursed.
Seeing him like this, Chu Xin didn't say anything. She turned her eyes slightly and met the eyes of the local dog in the corner.
The yellow local dog looked a bit like a golden retriever. It was secretly peeking at Chu Xin, but it didn't expect Chu Xin to suddenly look at it.
He immediately shrank his neck in fear, wanting to hide, but then stopped and didn't dare move. His stiff grin revealed a mouthful of sharp teeth, looking like a fake smile.
Chu Xin? ? ?
Why does she feel that this dog is a little silly?
Du Bo came back to his senses and looked at the man and the dog staring at each other. He sneered, "You are an adult, why are you arguing with a dog?"
Who is being too serious with a dog? Chu Xin retracted her gaze and asked sincerely, "Don't you think your dog is not very smart?"
Du Bo said angrily: "Stop harming my dog!"
After a moment of silence, he asked again, "Do you know anything about mechanics? You don't look like a novice!"
Chu Xin nodded, there was nothing wrong with admitting it, "I know a little bit, I read it in a book!"
In fact, in her previous life, when she was fighting monsters and zombies, no matter what kind of car she came across, she would repair it. Having a car is always better than running on two legs.
"You are a very talented child," Duber praised softly.
When Chu Xin was repairing the machine, the feeling that she was so familiar with the machinery that she could control it easily reminded him of his past self.
It was like a ray of sunshine penetrating the dark clouds and shining straight into his heart, as if a voice told him to grab it, grab it!
But when he thought of his own situation, he hesitated. Would such a promising child be implicated by him?
For a moment, Du Bo thought a lot!
Seeing that he was lost in thought again, Chu Xin did not disturb him and stayed quietly by the side waiting for him to come back to his senses.
The yard fell silent again for a moment, with only the occasional humming of the local dog.
Du Bo came back to his senses and looked at Chu Xin steadily, his voice trembling with a mixture of anticipation and fear.
"I have some insights into mechanical manufacturing, which are quite relevant to you. Would you like to discuss them with me?"
The words "I want to take her as my apprentice" were never uttered. As an old man, I should not implicate others anymore!
Chu Xin raised an eyebrow, but didn't expose his thoughts. Her eyes were filled with persistence. "Of course. Then can you tell me who you are? I really want to be friends with you, but I don't know your background yet. I've already given you the lowdown!"
Du Bo sighed softly upon hearing this, "Of course, this is as it should be!"
He was silent for a moment, then, as if mustering up the courage, continued, "My name is Du Shangyu. I used to be a professor at Kyoto University. Later... my wife died... I had no children... and was sent down here. Because I was injured and became a disabled person, I could no longer participate in labor reform.
A friend took pity on me and took me to the scrap yard in the commune, which saved my life!"
Du Bo finished speaking in one breath, as if he was afraid that he would not be able to continue if he spoke slower.
Chu Xin could tell there was something unfinished in his words, and could also tell that it was very painful for him to say this. Not wanting to open up his wounds again, she simply said seriously:
"Okay, I'll make friends with you. No matter who you are or what your status is, it won't affect us becoming good friends with similar interests."
Du Bo's eyes, originally filled with gloom and confusion, gradually brightened with emotion and surprise. They became slightly moist, glistening with tears.
Maybe because he doesn’t smile often, the upturned corners of his mouth appear very stiff.
Seeing his expression that looked like he had suffered a stroke, Chu Xin clapped her hands and stood up, "Okay, don't cry, I don't know how to comfort people!"
The sadness that had just risen in Du Bo's heart was completely dispelled by Chu Xin's words, and he could only glare at her unhappily.
"As a new friend, and you are older than me, shouldn't you treat me to a meal?" Chu Xin continued to interject and make jokes heartlessly.
"How dare you say that? My dog can't even get enough to eat, how can I afford to treat you to a meal!" Uncle Du waved his hands angrily, trying to drive Chu Xin away.
Chu Xin knew that the old man had gotten over his sadness and stopped teasing him.
"If you don't want to invite me, then don't. I'm a person who respects the elderly. I'll come to see you later. You stay here first. Don't forget to eat the apple!"
As he spoke, he had already walked out the door.
Du Bo rubbed his forehead, knowing that Chu Xin wanted to give him some space to adjust his mood, so he didn't try to keep her.
Chu Xin didn't go anywhere after leaving. She went directly to the police station to find Li Mingyuan and asked him about Du Bo.
"Why are you asking about Du Shangyu? Do you know each other?" Li Mingyuan asked Chu Xin who had returned.
Chu Xin sat down across from him, acting familiar, and told him how she met Du Bo. Then she asked him, "Which brigade was Du Bo originally assigned to? And how did he get injured?"
Li Mingyuan felt that Chu Xin's question had a hint of revenge in it, and he could tell from the tone of someone seeking justice for someone.
Is this young lady going to cause trouble again?
He actually knew Du Shangyu's situation, because the person who sent him to the scrap yard was his father!
He was also very sad and regretful about Du Shangyu's matter. Now that Chu Xin asked him, he couldn't help but tell her even though he was afraid that she would cause trouble.
"Du Shangyu is in such a miserable state because of Zhao Ying!..."
Chu Xin? Why is this bastard here again?