How Did I Become an F1 Driver?

Moreover, Qin Miao has always been abroad, and doesn’t actually spend much time with Qimeng. Whenever they’re together, they haven’t discussed these kinds of topics, so naturally Qin Miao hasn’t thought about it.

Therefore, when Qin Miao heard Toto’s question, he was unsure how to respond.

"I haven’t decided yet." Qin Miao shrugged, "Besides, it’s still quite a while until the due date. I’m thinking of taking time during the winter break to really consider this issue."

"And Hamilton is currently racing on the track, is it okay for you to chat with me like this?"

Toto smiled, "If someday you decide not to race on the track anymore, consider becoming an F1 team leader. Then you’ll understand why I’m so relaxed right now."

Qin Miao shrugged, "I feel like if I really retire one day, I’ll most likely be at home playing video games."

Toto looked at Qin Miao and said, "That’s only what you think now. I can’t make you feel it for real just by talking now, but you’ll understand when the time comes."

Qin Miao pursed his lips, when did you, Toto Wolff, start speaking in riddles?

Then the two naturally continued chatting along the topic of children.

They talked about living environment, dietary health, and growth plans.

In general, the topic centered around children.

Initially, Qin Miao found it a bit puzzling, since the race was still running and everyone was tensely watching the screens.

The heck, the team manager isn’t even watching the race but chatting with me about parenting?

And if memory serves correctly, he had discussed this topic with Toto before. At that time, Toto was more knowledgeable about children’s education and nurturing.

But frankly, Qin Miao felt like Toto’s insight into children had deepened quite a bit this time, including which formulas are better, which baby products won’t excessively irritate the child’s skin, and he has a basic understanding now.

Clearly, Toto has done his homework on this topic recently, at least much more than the last time he chatted with Qin Miao.

Still, Qin Miao couldn’t help but feel that now wasn’t the best time for such discussions, but unfortunately, Toto Wolff’s interest was evidently quite high, so as an employee, Qin Miao could only go along with it.

But as time went on, Toto naturally transitioned to the topic of children’s education.

"Speaking of children’s education, did you know, Qin Miao, that the team recently added employee benefits and has plans related to this? Daimler is preparing to build a comprehensive school in Brackley, including preschool, elementary, middle, and high school."

Qin Miao was initially puzzled as to what building a school in Brackley had to do with him, then heard Toto continue, "This school is fully funded as an employee benefit, so team members’ children can attend for free. The team will hire the best teachers for all employees’ kids, and you know the size of our team, so there won’t be too many students per grade, allowing teachers to evenly distribute their time and energy."

After hearing Toto’s words, Qin Miao gradually realized what was going on.

After spending so long together, Qin Miao believed Toto has a good grasp of his personality, since Qin himself isn’t particularly ambitious. At this stage of his life, he resembles a laid-back person with few desires.

However, neither the Mercedes team nor Toto, nor the team’s fans, wish for Qin Miao to leave when his contract expires in 2023.

After taking such a long detour, Toto suddenly approached the topic from the children’s angle, providing substantial logistical support from the team’s funding as a parent.

Moreover, if his own child studies nearby, Qin Miao certainly would have more time to spend with the child.

Having the child educated at a school created by the team is sure to increase employees’ sense of belonging to the team and improve retention rates, making it a double win.

The required qualifications and funds for constructing a school aren’t beyond reach for a wealthy team like Mercedes.

The plan was laid bare.

But truth be told, the proposal Toto suggested really appealed to Qin Miao.

After all, Qin Miao understands his career means his time at home accompanying his wife and child will be limited each year.

But keeping the child nearby would indeed be comforting.

This would not only solve the education issue but also remedy the problem of spending time with the child.

Still, Qin Miao didn’t lose his ability to think critically due to the appeal of Toto’s suggestion.

Even though Toto’s words were subtle, he also mentioned earlier that Daimler was planning to build a school in Brackley, but didn’t specify when it would start construction or when it’d be operational.

So Qin Miao merely smiled and nodded, "Quite a thoughtful decision, I’m sure all the newlywed colleagues will appreciate this benefit from the team. Speaking of such a big school, the construction period must be long, right? Recruiting and applying for qualifications probably takes a lot of time too."

Toto gave Qin Miao a somewhat surprised look.

At this moment, Qin Miao was all smiles, looking almost the same as when Toto had met him three years ago, just a bit more mature. But Toto knew, nowadays Qin Miao didn’t even need to shave every morning.