Now that he's in a restricted area, Chen Qian subconsciously makes those connections.

But the system's agitation only lasted a few seconds before disappearing, leaving Shen Qian somewhat bewildered.

"Second Brother Song, how much longer until we reach Jingcheng?" Shen Qian asked Song Ben after thinking for a moment.

"We've only been gone a short while; it'll still be at least three hours of travel time," Song Ben said with a smile. "What's wrong, getting restless?"

"Um, Brother Song, do you guys often take this route?" Shen Qian asked indirectly.

Song Ben glanced at Shen Qian with some curiosity, then nodded.

"That's no secret. The section from Mingcheng to Jingcheng is within the patrol area of ​​our Changyou Battalion. Otherwise, why do you think we're responsible for picking up and dropping off the examinees from Jingcheng?"

"I see. Have you surveyed this entire area?"

"You kid, are you worried that something unexpected might happen?"

Song Ben seemed to have noticed something and couldn't help but smile, "You can rest assured about that. All military camps regularly sweep through their patrol areas to ensure that no high-level demonic beasts appear."

"If there are any uncontrollable factors, they are usually just small groups of scavengers. After all, the weather in the restricted area is chaotic, and we can't completely eliminate them."

Shen Qian felt slightly relieved upon hearing this. Song Ben's implication was clear: minor accidents might occur, but major threats were unlikely.

"Before the exam, the results won't be released for another week. What are you planning to do these next few days?"

Back in her seat, Gu Zifang leaned over and asked.

"I haven't decided yet, but I'll probably just continue cultivating. What about you guys?" Shen Qian said with a smile.

"Everyone says this is the last time in life to relax, and you're going to lift weights? How boring!"

Gu Zifang scoffed, then put her arm around Shen Qian's shoulder. "Want to come with us and do something big?"

"for example?"

"I plan to use these next few days to get my 'Hunter' badge certified. After I submit my application, I'll find a slash-and-burn farming team to join and get a good look at the scenery of the forbidden zone."

After Gu Zifang finished speaking excitedly, she looked at Ouyang Fei.

“I…maybe I’ll take the ‘Alchemist’ certification exam,” Ouyang Fei pondered.

"You can do alchemy?" Shen Qian asked in surprise.

After the spiritual energy revival, besides "alchemy", the field that humans studied most deeply was "alchemy", and psionic guns are products of alchemy.

However, alchemy is extremely complex, encompassing far more than just forging, making it a relatively niche profession.

“My second uncle is an alchemist. I’ve only learned some theory, but passing a beginner’s exam shouldn’t be a problem. Consider this a formal introduction,” Ouyang Fei said with a smile.

Shen Qian nodded, somewhat tempted by their words.

Shen Qian originally planned to visit Ding Yi in Beidu after finishing his exams, but Ding Yi is currently out of contact. Since he has nothing else to do, he might as well visit the Martial Arts Association and develop a side business.

Just as Shen Qian was about to speak, the armored vehicle suddenly braked sharply, and the unexpected inertia caused everyone to stagger.

Fortunately, everyone had good balance, and no one fell.

What happened?

Chen Peng and the others, who had just woken up, were still a little dazed, but Chen Qian, who was always on edge, went to the front of the car without saying a word and looked out through the front window.

Clearly, something in the sandstorm was blocking the convoy's progress.