The Wizard's Journey Begins in a Courtyard House

Chapter 435 Master and Disciple, Father and Son

Chapter 435 Master and Disciple, Father and Son

Upon hearing Li Qin's words, Xu Damao knew that the other party had misunderstood him and thought that someone did not want him to be promoted.

Li Qin was even prepared to find someone to help him sort this out.

At this moment, Xu Damao was truly moved. Although Li Qin did not say it explicitly, Xu Damao knew that Li Qin was definitely preparing to go find Li Huaide.

Xu Damao also believed that as long as Li Huaide spoke up, his promotion would be easily arranged.

The key point is that he didn't even mention this to Li Qin, nor did he say he wanted to ask for help.

Without hesitation, Li Qin expressed his willingness to help.

This all demonstrates that Li Qin genuinely considered him a friend.

However, Xu Damao knew that he couldn't ask Li Qin for help.

It wasn't that he was being polite, nor was he pretending to be reserved; rather, it was because Li Qin had misunderstood the matter from the very beginning.

"Thank you, Li Qin, but it's alright."

Xu Damao quickly explained:

"I can't be promoted to a permanent position not because someone is blocking me, but because my abilities haven't reached the level required for it."

Li Qin was immediately puzzled, and he said, somewhat confused:

"Didn't you say you could project movies independently? You've mastered the technology, so why can't you do it?"

Upon hearing this, Xu Damao knew that Li Qin truly didn't understand the intricacies of the situation, so Xu Damao immediately explained:

"You're oversimplifying the job of a projectionist. The technical requirements for a projectionist to become a full-fledged projectionist go far beyond simply mastering the skills of independently projecting films."

In addition, there are also skills in maintaining projection equipment, basic repair techniques, and the ability to explain films!

Only when all these skills are mastered and reach a certain level can a projectionist apply for permanent employment.

"Right now, I've only mastered the projection technology; I haven't mastered the other technologies yet, which is why I can't apply for a permanent position."

After hearing Xu Damao's explanation, Li Qin immediately realized that he had misunderstood.

He completely forgot that projectionists of this period were vastly different from those of later generations.

In later generations, projectionists simply performed projections, so mastering projection techniques was all that was required.

As for maintenance and repair techniques, those are the job of the repairman.

But things are different now. In this era, projectionists not only need to know how to project movies, but also must have certain equipment maintenance skills.

Otherwise, if there's a problem with the equipment when showing a movie in the countryside, wouldn't we be completely clueless?

A bright smile immediately appeared on Li Qin's face.

A hint of embarrassment flashed in his eyes.

At any other time, Xu Damao would have laughed at Li Qin for acting like this, but he didn't this time.

At this moment, Li Qin suddenly became serious, and he said earnestly to Xu Damao:

"Then it's up to you. If you really feel you've mastered all the skills, and if you need help when you're ready to be a permanent employee, remember to come find me."

This can be considered a promise Li Qin made to Xu Damao.

With this promise, it's as if as long as Xu Damao truly masters the projectionist's skills, his promotion to a permanent position is a sure thing.

Xu Damao also understood the significance of Li Qin's promise.

A warm feeling welled up in his heart once again.

Xu Damao neither refused Li Qin's kindness nor said anything to thank him.

When he first met Li Qin, he did have some utilitarian thoughts, but after spending so much time with him, he has come to regard Li Qin as a true friend.

True friends don't need to say meaningless thanks.

You just need to keep these things in mind.

"Okay, I've got it. If I need help in the future, I'll definitely contact you right away."

Xu Damao nodded with a smile.

At this moment, Xu Damao had already secretly decided that he would not apply for a permanent position until he had truly mastered the skills of a projectionist.

One reason is that if the technology is insufficient, problems could arise during the screening, leaving significant hidden dangers for oneself.

Another reason was that he didn't want to cause trouble for Li Qin because of his own actions.

Seeing that Xu Damao had remembered his words, Li Qin nodded in satisfaction.

However, Li Qinji then asked with some curiosity:

"Based on your estimation, how long would it take you to master all the techniques for a projectionist?"

This time, Li Qin was simply curious and wanted to find out more.

Xu Damao didn't hide anything. He first lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then spoke:

"If it's a normal master-apprentice relationship, it would take at least three to five years to successfully master all the skills and become a full-fledged employee."

Upon hearing that it would take three to five years, Li Qin's face was full of surprise.

He originally thought that this kind of thing should be resolved in a year or two at most.

But I didn't expect it to take so long.

"Does this seem like a long time?"

Xu Damao seemed to have noticed Li Qin's confusion.

Li Qin nodded directly.

Xu Damao spoke again to explain:

"What I just said is the normal master-apprentice relationship, which takes three to five years to master all the skills. But my situation is a bit different."

I learned the skills from my dad. I estimate that it will take at least three years to master all the skills, if I learn faster.

After a year or so, you should be able to grasp most of it.

Li Qin, who was already puzzled, became even more puzzled after hearing Xu Damao's words.

He couldn't understand why the difference was so big.

Suddenly, Li Qin realized the key point in Xu Damao's words:

Master and apprentice, father and son;

It takes three to five years for a master to teach an apprentice, but Xu Damao only needs one or two years to learn from his father.

Following this line of thought, Li Qin quickly realized what was going on.

A look of sudden realization flashed across his face;

"I see!"

The truth of this matter is actually very simple.

At this time, when a master is teaching a disciple, he will often test the disciple. After the test, even if he starts teaching the technique, he will choose to hold back.

There's an old Chinese saying: "Teach your apprentice and you'll starve."

Although a new China has been established and a new atmosphere has been fostered.

However, these things that have been passed down for thousands of years will not be completely eliminated in a short time.

Xu Damao and Xu Fugui are father and son, and Xu Damao is Xu Fugui's only son and eldest son.

Therefore, when Xu Fugui taught Xu Damao his skills, there were no tests or any tricks he held back against Xu Damao.

Xu Fugui will impart all his skills and even experience to Xu Damao without reservation.

That's why Xu Damao said he could master all the technology in just one or two years.

"It seems that I need to change my mindset when thinking about things in the future, and I can't always look at things from a modern perspective."

Li Qin couldn't help but remind himself.

The reason he didn't realize it at first was because Li Qin was viewing the master-disciple relationship of this period through a modern lens.