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Chapter 141 Practicing Motorcycle Riding

“Grandpa Village Chief, you can arrange this yourself! Come find me if you need anything,” Ruan Mumu said.

Some things shouldn't be taken for granted. Even if Ruan Mumu has the ability to help now, she has no obligation to do so.

She needs to let people know that even when she provides this help, it's not without reason.

“Okay,” Village Chief Tian replied.

"Grandpa Village Chief, the autumn harvest just ended, so tell everyone in the village not to sell any grain, even if they have extra grain," Ruan Mumu reminded him, remembering that the army camp was about to run out of food.

Those present were immediately taken aback by Ruan Mumu's reminder: Could it be that grain prices would also be disrupted due to the war?

Liu Ziqu was a little confused. Why did the people have grain but he was told not to sell it? If they didn't sell it, where would the grain for the military camp come from?

Ruan Mumu and Qiao Tinghao exchanged a glance but did not mention the food shortage in the military camp.

"Alright, let's head back now. We still need to discuss tomorrow's training." After Qiao Tinghao finished speaking, Ruan Mumu and Liu Ziyun also stood up at the same time.

The group left without waiting for the village chief and the others to disperse.

"Young Master Liu, should we go to the county town and speak with Magistrate Lin? I'm more worried that if war breaks out, Xiyang County might descend into chaos under the instigation of some people," Ruan Mumu and the other two asked in low voices as they walked out of the village chief's house.

Upon hearing Ruan Mumu's words, Qiao Tinghao immediately objected, "It's too late, the city gates have been closed for a long time. Even if we go, we won't be able to get in. Why don't you go to the county town tomorrow and talk to Magistrate Lin?"

Liu Ziyun, now aligned with Qiao Tinghao, chimed in, "I support Tinghao's opinion this time. You've had a long day, go back and rest!"

Qiao Tinghao and Ruan Mumu started their motorcycles, and the three of them went home.

"Tinghao, could you teach me how to ride a motorcycle sometime? If I learn to drive by myself, I won't need you to give me rides anymore," Liu Ziyun asked.

While driving, Qiao Tinghao replied, "I won't teach you. If you're so capable, learn it yourself."

"If you don't teach me, I'll go find a girl to teach me, and while I'm at it, she'll also teach me how to drive that SUV," Liu Ziyun said with a grin.

Upon hearing that he wanted to learn from Ruan Mumu, Qiao Tinghao readily agreed, "Alright, alright, I'll teach you. When would you like to learn, Young Master Liu?"

Upon hearing that there was hope, Liu Ziyun excitedly said, "Let's not delay, let's go now!"

Considering that I'll be busy with training during the day, it seems like I only have time at night, so it looks like I can only choose the evening.

So Qiao Tinghao changed direction and headed towards Jiushi Mountain.

When Ruan Mumu saw them turn around, she asked loudly, "Where are you going?"

"Young Master Liu said he wants to learn to drive, so let's go to the training ground. It's spacious." Qiao Tinghao's clear voice sounded particularly pleasant in the night. Then, the two of them disappeared from Ruan Mumu's sight on their bicycles.

When Ruan Mumu got home, she thought about it and realized that her older brother should also learn to ride a motorcycle. After all, the family had many cars, and it would be much more convenient to ride a motorcycle wherever he wanted.

With that in mind, Ruan Mumu went to Ruan Xiaojun's courtyard.

"Brother, sister-in-law, are you resting?" Ruan Mumu knocked on the gate outside the courtyard and asked loudly.

The two had just finished showering when they heard Ruan Mumu's voice outside, so Ruan Xiaojun quickly went to open the door.

"Brother, sister-in-law, do you want to learn how to ride a motorcycle?" Ruan Mumu asked the two of them as she walked into their yard.

Upon hearing that she could learn to ride a motorcycle, Jin Hua's eyes immediately lit up with longing, and she quickly said, "That's great! I want to learn. I'm so envious every time I see you riding a motorcycle."

Ruan Mumu urged, "Then hurry up and change into something lighter! Just wear that camouflage uniform, it's more convenient."

"Okay, wait for me, I'll be right there." Jin Hua said and went into the inner room to change her clothes.

At this point, Ruan Xiaojun knew that he should just follow his wife's wishes, so he happily followed her to change his clothes.

When Ruan Mumu drove the two to the training ground, Qiao Tinghao had already finished explaining the key points to Liu Ziyun and was preparing to start practicing starting the motorcycle.

"Big brother and sister-in-law are here too!" Qiao Tinghao greeted Ruan Xiaojun and Jin Hua, then accompanied Liu Ziyun to practice driving.

Ruan Xiaojun and Jin Hua followed Ruan Mumu to a tree nearby to explain the key points. There was a 100-watt energy-saving light hanging there, which was enough to clearly show all parts of the car.

"Brother, sister-in-law, look carefully, this is the clutch, and this is the accelerator."

Look here again, this is the brake. When you want to slow down your motorcycle, remember to step on the brake.

"To start the motorcycle, you first need to press the brake, shift to neutral, and then engage the clutch and slowly twist the throttle," Ruan Mumu patiently explained to them, hoping they could quickly master these basic operating skills.

“I’ve got the basics down. I’ll try starting the motorcycle first. Flower, I’ll get back to you once I’ve mastered it. Little sister, try riding slowly with me for now.” Ruan Xiaojun looked at Ruan Mumu with eager anticipation.

Ruan Mumu helped Ruan Xiaojun onto the motorcycle, making sure his feet were on the ground, and then got on the back seat himself, reminding him, "Start the motorcycle with the key first."

When Ruan Xiaojun first touched the motorcycle key, an overwhelming sense of excitement welled up inside him.

His hands trembled slightly as he carefully inserted the key into the lock.

However, due to nervousness and inexperience, it took him three attempts to successfully insert the key.

"Look how excited you are... Don't rush, take your time," Ruan Mumu said gently from behind.

Ruan Xiaojun chuckled, but did not refute.

Then, with Ruan Mumu's patient explanation, he slowly started the motorcycle.

Pull the clutch, engage first gear, and the motorcycle slowly moves forward.

“You’re getting used to it now. Try shifting into second gear. If you feel out of control, remember to brake in time,” Ruan Mumu instructed in detail from behind on the motorcycle.

Following Ruan Mumu's instructions, Ruan Xiaojun successfully shifted into second gear, and the motorcycle's speed increased accordingly.

Feeling confident he could still control the situation, he asked, "Little sister, I'd like to try shifting up one gear. Is that alright?"

Ruan Mumu said, "You can give it a try."

So he shifted up to another gear, and suddenly he felt the car become like a wild horse that had broken free of its reins, becoming difficult to control.

"Brother, gently apply the brakes while remembering to release the clutch," Ruan Mumu reminded him again.

Ruan Xiaojun frantically tried to apply the brakes, but somehow he couldn't, and the car shot forward like an arrow.

With a "bang," it crashed into the rear of Liu Ziyun's car, who was also not yet skilled at driving.

The two-wheeled motorcycle suddenly fell to the ground.

"Ruan Tinghao, are you alright?" Ruan Mumu called out to Ruan Tinghao, who had been thrown two or three meters away.