The text message said he had successfully arrived on Hong Kong Island and included his current address.

"Xiangbei, is there something up?"

"A friend has come to Hong Kong Island, he's quite familiar with the East Bay Circuit and can offer me some experience and advice."

"Are you planning to 'walk' the circuit in person?"

"Yeah."

For formula drivers, "walking" the circuit is standard procedure, even though street racing is somewhat special.

Upon hearing Chen Xiangbei's answer, Zhang Zhicong immediately handed over the keys to the R36.

"It's inconvenient without a car, take this and use it."

"Thank you, Uncle Zhang."

Chen Xiangbei didn't refuse, as he indeed needed a car to get around and familiarize himself with the circuit.

After finishing his meal, considering that Qin Lianjie was already waiting, Chen Xiangbei didn't linger.

He said goodbye to Uncle Zhang and Aunt Zhang, then drove the R36 to the address mentioned in the text and from afar saw Qin Lianjie sitting at the front of a tea diner.

Just like in a Hong Kong drama, leisurely eating while elegantly holding a newspaper.

Worried about keeping Qin Lianjie waiting, but this guy sure knows how to enjoy life...

The Volkswagen R36 parked by the roadside, Chen Xiangbei didn't get out, just rolled down the window and called out to Qin Lianjie.

Seeing Chen Xiangbei and the Volkswagen R36, Qin Lianjie was briefly surprised before getting up and coming over.

"Not bad, arriving on Hong Kong Island and already driving a car, and a Volkswagen R36 at that, professional drivers are truly efficient!"

"You're pretty laid-back too, enjoying tea and reading the newspaper."

"Well, it's not relaxation, but gathering information."

With that, Qin Lianjie opened the passenger door and sat inside, handing the newspaper he was reading over to Chen Xiangbei.

The newspaper was introducing this year's Grand Prix F3, occupying the front page was the highest-level Formula Three. Apart from the usual description of the circuit's history and past achievements, it also promoted key seed racers participating this year.

Unfortunately, Chen Xiangbei was not among them...

The three racers most anticipated on Hong Kong Island this year were their local racer Fang Junyu, last year's defending champion Kokumoto Keiyo, and the Italian racer Motana from Japan's Toyota TOM's team.

Coincidentally, Chen Xiangbei was quite familiar with these three racers.

Fang Junyu, being a Hong Kong racer, wasn't well-known among mainland fans, many first heard of him teaming up with the celebrity Wang Yibo in GTCC (China Supercar Championship).

In fact, Fang Junyu has quite a reputation in China's Formula Racing scene, being the second after Ma Qingye to obtain a Super Driver's License, with the third being the more famous Zhou Guanyu.

He also signed with F1's Lotus Team as a test racer in 2015, narrowly missing the chance to become China's first F1 driver similar to Ma Qingye.

However, at this time Fang Junyu had just arrived in Germany preparing for the F3. He hadn't realized he would one day obtain an F1 license and get the chance to drive an actual F1 car.

Kokumoto Keiyo needs little emphasis, his ability to win the Grand Prix F3 championship is proof of his skill.

As for Motana, this Italian racer is also considered a celebrity, being the first to successfully defend the Grand Prix F3 championship, and after switching to touring cars, won the Australian GT championship four times in a row, earning the title "King of Australia!"

If there's a local strongman in Australia, Motana is undoubtedly the biggest.

Though his nationality is Italian, he actually grew up in Australia, starting his career in Japan, having raced the East Bay Circuit countless times.

His other racing achievements are rather average, but in the Grand Prix, his dominance is absolute!

"See these seed racers? Your competitors this time aren't simple."

"Which competitors were ever simple?"

Chen Xiangbei chuckled, the Grand Prix F3 has never lacked hidden talent and capable individuals.

Taking just the participants from the past few years, there have been future F1 drivers who have crashed, including Bruno Senna, the nephew of the legendary Senna, the man known as the "one-arm F1 driver" Kubica, and the historically talented four-time champion Vettel!

If Bruno Senna lacked talent, joining F1 by riding the coattails of his uncle, the legendary Senna, it wouldn't be surprising that he didn't achieve great results.

At his peak, Kubica had the skill level to compete for championships within the F1 paddock.

And Vettel needs no further mention, his four championships are proof enough.

Yet even racers of this caliber have crashed in the Grand Prix in Australia, often the mighty dragon cannot suppress the local snake.

"You're right, no competitors are ever simple."

Qin Lianjie agreed wholeheartedly, the Grand Prix in Australia holds the title of King of the F3 races due to its challenge and difficulty.

"So, shall we head to Australia now?"

Chen Xiangbei asked.

"Let's go to my workshop first, it's not convenient without a car."

Once Chen Xiangbei arrives in Australia, he'll meet up with the team members including Liang Chi, fully focusing on the professional races, Qin Lianjie can't always be his chauffeur.

"Sure, lead the way."

With a simple response, Chen Xiangbei gently hit the gas pedal and drove forward.

Soon, the Volkswagen R36 arrived at Qixiang Road in Kowloon Bay, where a modification parts store was located. A giant sign wrote "Extreme Speed" in traditional Chinese characters, with an English translation below.

The scale of the store's interior is yet unknown to Chen Xiangbei, just the front sign is at least five times bigger than Liang Chi's old repair shop!

Instead of parking outside and getting out, Chen Xiangbei drove directly into the underground private garage following Qin Lianjie's guidance.

As the roll-up gate slowly opened, inside revealed a white two-door sports car with a streamlined low stance and classic Japanese pop-up headlights, all showcasing the car's sporty and historical essence.

Chen Xiangbei had seen this car at the Suzuka Circuit, driven by Yamamoto Naoki of the Guoguang Team, the Mazda "Rotary King" RX7 FC.

He truly didn't expect Qin Lianjie to also have one in his collection.

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