How Did I Become an F1 Driver?

Chapter 1018 393: Qin · Forty-One Words of Praise Omitted · Miao

After having dinner, Qin Miao took his leave and returned to the UK the following day.After almost half a month of adjustments, the Mercedes team had come up with a solution for the issues and confusion caused by simulator data.

The assessment of the W13 was about to conclude, and Qin Miao needed to return to the team to hear the evaluation report, as well as start his testing work.

This process was actually a month ahead of the team's original expectations, and everyone was quite pleased with the progress.

Thus, Hamilton also put aside his work and prepared to return to the team to discuss the car issues together.

After returning to the UK, Qin Miao didn't rest; he helped Qimeng unpack his luggage at home before rushing to the team.

Upon reaching the administration building, Qin Miao arrived at the door of Toto's office.

He knocked on the door, and after hearing Toto's voice from inside, Qin Miao pushed the door open and walked in.

Toto was somewhat surprised to see Qin Miao walk in and said, "Qin Miao? Why did you come over so soon? Aren't you taking more time to rest?"

Qin Miao smiled and went up to Toto, giving a courteous hug before saying, "Didn't the team say that the evaluation result of the W13 is coming out soon? You know, Hamilton and I have been troubled by this car for too long, so I'm a bit anxious."

After handing Qin Miao a bottle of mineral water, Toto sat down and said, "Given your work pace and nature with the team, I thought you'd be more interested in the progress in modifying the simulator since the W13 is a car we've already decided to abandon ahead of time."

Qin Miao shrugged and said, "The simulator concerns the future of the team. Although I look forward to it, I believe our main focus now should be on this season's car."

Toto didn't discuss the matter further and nodded, saying, "Currently, the team's engineering department says the result will be out by next Monday. When it comes out, I'll have Barber call you immediately.

In the meantime, the team's simulator department has also identified the root cause of the problems and is fully engaged in adjusting and fixing these erroneous data. But as you know, a simulator is ultimately a program, just like the games you love to play; even if the underlying code is complete, there are always some bugs that are hard to spot, so it might take some time before the simulator can be used, and we might need you to help with the testing then."

Qin Miao nodded, "These are all part of my duties; there's no trouble in doing them."

Toto took a sip of coffee from his desk, then said to Qin Miao, "What we just talked about are things without short-term results. Let me tell you some good news: The new upgrade for the W13 can be applied by the British Grand Prix at the latest, or possibly as early as next week's Azerbaijan."

"So soon?"

"I'm also surprised by the team's work efficiency during this time; it seems like the team's performance has really sparked the guys at the factory." Discussing this topic, Toto's happiness was evident.

Qin Miao naturally knew why the team's work efficiency had greatly increased, but chose not to mention it, instead appearing equally surprised and happy.

During his time in the paddock, Qin Miao had honed his acting skills thoroughly.

After chatting with Toto for a while, Qin Miao prepared to leave.

It's worth mentioning that during their conversation, neither Toto nor Qin Miao brought up the recent rumors swirling around the paddock about Qin Miao possibly joining Ferrari.

It was as if they shared a tacit understanding that wasn't intended for outsiders.

In the past, Toto might have chatted with Qin Miao about such matters, but now, with Qin Miao winning the drivers' championship in his first season, and consistently outperforming teammate Hamilton despite the Mercedes' lack of performance, he was no longer the rookie Toto could manipulate at will.

Therefore, when it came to these matters, the two hadn't discussed contracts or anything else related on the surface, leaving such topics to professional representatives. They emphasized business and kept the situation amicable on the surface.