The BMW 5 Series and the Mercedes-Benz E-ss are fairlyparable in many ways, but Jeff was keenly aware that Charlie’s BMW 520 was the entry-level model in the 5 Series lineup, while his own E300L was closer to the top-tier offerings in the E-ss. Below the E300L, there were also the E260 and E200 models.


    This meant that Charlie’s BMW 520 was on par with the E200, while Jeff’s E300L outperformed Charlie’s vehicle in terms of specifications and capabilities.


    With a sly grin, Jeff remarked, “Hey, Charlie, I don’t mean to put you down, but you seem a bit vain. Experts say you should never settle for the lowest model in a series. What made you choose that so-called ‘beggar version’ 520 instead of opting for a higher-spec model in the 3 Series? Are you just trying to show off?”


    Intrigued, some asked, “Jeff, what do you mean by ‘beggar version’?”


    Jeff replied with a smirk, “The term ‘beggar version’ refers to the lowest specification model in a series—the entry-level, the most basic option avable.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Everyone nodded in understanding.


    At that moment, a thought crossed Charlie’s mind. He remembered Clinton Tucker, the guy who drove a BMW 540 to Dous’s newly opened restaurant, acting as if he were soaring through the skies. Clinton had taunted him, even challenging him to a race, intent on showcasing his 540’s superiority over Charlie’s 520.


    Suddenly, a clever idea struck Charlie! Clinton had provoked him into a race, but this time, he would turn the tables and provoke Jeff into wanting a race himself!<fn48fd> ???s ??????? ?s ?????? ?? F?ndNovel</fn48fd>


    Clearing his throat, Charlie began, “Jeff, have you ever heard the saying, ‘Hamilton doesn’t win all his titles because he has the best car, but because he is Hamilton’? It implies that a skilled driver can outperform others in any car, whereas a mediocre driver won’t fare well even in an F1 car.”


    With an air of arrogance, Charlie continued, “I don’t mean to boast, but my driving skills are unmatched in this city. I’ve even been nicknamed the ‘Schumacher of Aurous Hill!’”


    Jeff scoffed, “Seriously? You? The Schumacher of Aurous Hill? Do you even know what Schumacher looks like?”


    Charlie responded with a mocking tone, “Oh,e on, just deal with it, buddy.”


    Jeff rolled his eyes. “Ha! You can talk all you want! But I can’t believe you—Schumacher of Aurous Hill, driving a BMW 520? You’ve got to be joking! One press of my elerator, and all you’ll see is my exhaust smoke!”


    With a haughty expression, Jeff raised an eyebrow and asked, “So, do you want to make a bet?”


    “What? Again?” Charlie chuckled. “Honestly, I just beat a BMW 540i not too long ago. The 540 is more powerful than your E300L, just so you know.”


    Jeff spat dismissively and retorted, “Did you rehearse that line before you started bragging? Your so-called ‘lousy car’ beat a 540? You expect me to buy that? If you can beat my E300L, I’ll take yourst name!”


    Charlie inquired intentionally, “What’s the horsepower of your car?”


    “258!” Jeff dered proudly.


    Charlie nodded, giving a thumbs up. “Impressive! But I’m not yourpetition; my car only has 184 horsepower! It doesn’tpare to yours!”


    Jeff smirked, “What’s this? Are you backing down? Weren’t you just bragging about defeating a much stronger BMW 540 with 340 horsepower? Are you really afraid of my 258-horsepower Merc E300L? You’re such a coward!”


    Charlie feigned fear and timidity, saying, “Oh, I told you I can’t match your skills; you win! You win by default! Aren’t you thrilled?”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>