Speed and Love Episode 10 Recap
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In class, Pan Kai, who everyone calls Kai, tried to get Jiang Mu’s contact information, eager to treat her to a meal after school, claiming there were many good restaurants nearby. Jiang Mu ignored him, and after class, he persistently followed her, even to the bathroom door. Inside, Jiang Mu learned from Na Na that Pan Kai was a Chinese expatriate, a rich kid whose family owned a car repair factory.
He repeatedly failed the college entrance exam, aspiring to attend the Agricultural University. Fed up, Jiang Mu jumped out a window to escape him. She then accidentally bumped into Jin Chao, who was in the middle of a discreet transaction with a man with bleached hair, identified as a friend. Pan Kai quickly reappeared, still trying to get Jiang Mu to take the bus home with him, but she pushed past him and ran to Jin Chao.
On their way home in Jin Chao’s car, Jiang Mu asked him what he had been doing, particularly about the man with bleached hair, why he called Jin Chao "Touqi," and what he had been doing these past few days, not coming back often. Jin Chao didn't directly answer her questions, instead asking who the white-clothed man standing behind her earlier (Pan Kai) was. Jiang Mu replied that he was a classmate from her language foundation course.
Jin Chao simply told her to be careful. Days later, Jiang Mu visited the garage looking for Jin Chao. San Lai greeted her, commenting on her patience after not visiting for a while. Jiang Mu claimed she was "just passing by" to see the dog, Lightning. She asked San Lai about the garage's business and where Jin Chao was, expressing confusion as he usually woke up early.
San Lai explained that Jin Chao had resumed normal business hours, but people in the area typically opened around 2 PM. Jiang Mu then expressed her fear that Jin Chao might kick her out if she asked him too many questions directly. San Lai reassured her, saying she was adorable and only a blind person wouldn’t like her, subtly hinting at Jin Chao. Jiang Mu, however, believed Jin Chao might be that "blind person."
When San Lai pressed her on what she would do if Jin Chao really tried to send her away, Jiang Mu jokingly suggested singing, telling jokes, doing magic tricks, or even dancing for him since she had learned ballet as a child. This entire conversation was overheard by Jin Chao, who, from above, challenged her to dance for him, calling her "little swan." Embarrassed and annoyed, Jiang Mu ran off. That night, Jin Chao found himself sketching Jiang Mu.
He reflected that he hadn't expected Jiang Mu to truly come looking for him. Her habits, preferences, and even her tone of voice had become ingrained in his memory without him consciously trying. He mused that he had been thinking about her constantly, not due to any specific event, but simply to confirm her presence. He also acknowledged having many unspoken words for her, just waiting for the right moment to express them.
Meanwhile, Jin Chao continued his high-speed delivery training. His brother, Jin Qiang, removed the anti-lock braking system (ABS) from his race car, instructing him to rely entirely on foot control, emphasizing the importance of stability to prevent fatal rollovers, especially without braking assistance. Jin Qiang also decided against changing the tires, believing a good driver relies on skill, not equipment. Jin Chao's delivery times improved, becoming faster and smoother, with half-hour round trips now the norm.
Later, Jiang Mu stumbled upon Jin Chao’s sketchbook and discovered his drawings of her. She secretly photographed them, planning to surprise him, convinced he would never admit to drawing her if confronted directly. Separately, Lin Sui visited Liang Yanfeng at a hotel, revealing his interest in a driver named Jin Chao. Liang Yanfeng recounted Jin Chao's performance in a previous race where Wan Dayong had "played dirty tricks."
Despite this, Jin Chao’s excellent mental strength and quick reflexes allowed him to finish by driving backward, narrowly avoiding elimination. Liang Yanfeng noted Jin Chao’s exceptional control, power, and adaptability, calling him a formidable opponent whose racing style he hadn’t fully grasped. He admitted that if Jin Chao's "mods" were up to par for the next race, the outcome would be a 50-50 split.
Learning that Jin Chao needed reinforced seals and a reinforced center shaft, which were hard to find due to someone monopolizing the market to prevent Jin Chao from "rising in ranks by accumulating points," Lin Sui decided to "give him a push." He also learned about Jiang Mu, who had been Jin Chao's navigator in a Scramble race, and how well they worked together. Lin Sui then decided to meet her. Lin Sui, accompanied by Liang Yanfeng, found Jiang Mu.
Coincidentally, Jiang Mu needed a manual car to practice her advanced drifting techniques, as automatic cars lacked the shifting efficiency and explosive power she required. Na Na enthusiastically vouched for Lin Sui, calling him the "most impressive driver" she knew. Jiang Mu flattered Lin Sui, saying she believed him to be the best drifter she had ever ridden with, after experiencing his driving twice.
Lin Sui, flattered, agreed to teach her, but only if she promised to keep it a secret from everyone except those present. He lent her his car, deeming hers too heavy for drifting. Before the lesson, he instructed Liang Yanfeng to record everything. Jiang Mu expressed her desire to draw a "horizontal three"—two connected semi-circles with small "tails"—with her tire marks, indicating a desire for precise car control. Lin Sui, finding the request interesting, agreed to teach her.
Concurrently, Jin Qiang continued Jin Chao's training. He tied Jin Chao's right hand to the steering wheel, explaining that this would help him control the steering angle more precisely, making turns faster and developing "muscle memory." Jin Qiang meticulously recorded and analyzed Jin Chao's training data. During Jiang Mu's lesson, Lin Sui demonstrated the "horizontal three" pattern, emphasizing that drifting requires both route design and technique, with a straight approach to gain speed before starting the drift.
Jiang Mu then took the wheel. Lin Sui provided hands-on instruction, placing his hand on her leg to guide her on the accelerator and providing detailed advice on clutch release and smooth acceleration. Liang Yanfeng diligently filmed their interactions. Jiang Mu successfully executed the desired pattern, surprising Lin Sui, who then flirted with her, expressing his fondness for Chinese girls. Jiang Mu responded by saying she liked handsome boys too.
While leaving, Jiang Mu, realizing Lin Sui's intentions, told Na Na that he was "just pretending to pursue" her. Jin Chao, continuing his practice runs, found his car felt unusually easy to drive. Jin Qiang explained it was like running with sandbags and then taking them off, making him "fly."
He also gave Jin Chao a cooking analogy for driving: just as a good dish depends on heat, seasoning, and ingredients, a car's grip is distributed between acceleration, braking, and steering. He advised Jin Chao to avoid being controlled by inertia by delaying braking, thus increasing front wheel load and grip.
For S-curves, Jin Qiang advised treating them as a straight line, braking late or not at all to maintain speed, comparing it to "quick stir-fry with high heat" to lock in moisture and keep meat tender. Jin Chao, applying Jin Qiang's advice, found his driving becoming increasingly stable and effortless. Later, Jin Chao arrived at Jiang Mu's school for an open day.
Jiang Mu, called to the stage by her teacher, gave a confident speech to the parents and students, expressing her happiness with the learning environment and new friends, and her commitment to learning English and the local language to better integrate. Jin Chao watched proudly, impressed by her improved language skills. As evening fell, a sudden, heavy rain poured down. Jin Chao offered his jacket to Jiang Mu, who was cold. She subtly moved her hand closer to his, using the excuse of "warming hands." Jin Chao noticed and clasped her hand tightly.
