21. The Restoration is Complete
Months later, the car was fully restored. Its exterior gleamed, its interior upholstered in fresh leather, and the engine, though an antique, purred like a modern hybrid. The townsfolk stood in awe, marveling at the finished product. What had been unearthed as a pile of rust was now a symbol of resilience, a testament to Lionel’s dream. It was more than a car; it was an idea that had taken on new life.
21. The Restoration Is Complete
22. The First Test Drive
When the mechanic finally took the car for a drive, everyone watched with bated breath. The car glided over the road smoothly, its engine humming in quiet power. Lionel’s dream had finally come true, half a century after he’d left it buried. The town followed as the car circled the main road, a tangible embodiment of their pride and Lionel’s foresight. It was a historic moment, a drive into both the past and future.
22. The First Test Drive
