The Mecha Driver Is a Cultivator

Compared to the Corridor Star System, the Wanxiang Star Realm, as the Federation’s core star domain, has more open academic atmospheres, and the number of truly top-tier academies is greater. But the Crystal Domain Academy, seated on Crystal Branch Star, is indisputably ranked among the top three, beyond question.

Unlike Wuyuan Academy, which specializes in Martial Arts within the Extraordinary Evolution System, most academies in the Wanxiang Star System are in a comprehensive state, with coexistence of Martial Arts, Spiritual Energy, and Technology. The academies here can indeed be called a paradise for technological evolvers, offering abundant relevant specialties and the most favorable learning conditions.

After the two shook hands, Liu Qin’s smile remained unchanged as she introduced the identities of the others behind her one by one, then took the lead at the front.

A group of five people walked forward.

Liu Qin’s voice continued as she spoke: ”The area a kilometer ahead of the docking place is a [No-fly Zone], so we need to walk to the Trial Land.”

Qin Jin nodded.

She looked at Qin Jin, with a trace of curiosity in her eyes: ”Qin Jin, our Crystal Domain Academy often engages in exchanges with other academies, and it’s common for students from academies in other star systems to come in groups, but for someone like you to come alone is indeed rare.”

”It’s due to my cultivation needs; the academy specifically arranged this trip for me.”

Hearing this, Qin Jin calmly replied.

”It looks like you are highly valued at your academy, Qin Jin.”

”I look forward to your performance in the Trial Land.”

At this point, Liu Qin’s tone shifted: ”I have heard of Mr. Chen Shu of Martial Abyss.”

”Qin Jin, if there is an opportunity in the future, I would very much look forward to visiting Martial Abyss for exchange studies.”

As she spoke, others joined the conversation. They were all very young, with many topics, as they continued along the path.

This is a no-fly zone, and the entire area resembles a great grassland after the crystallization of plants. There are roads paved with crystal stones in the grassland. As they moved away from the docking area, more people appeared around, mostly with young faces.

On the way here, through Candle Kite, Qin Jin had already learned about the Trial Land at Crystal Domain Academy.

This place belongs to Crystal Domain Academy, and every student of the academy will undergo trials here, but it is also open to outsiders. After identity verification through an appointment, young extraordinary evolvers from outside can also participate in the trials here.

However, like the students of Crystal Domain Academy, they receive rewards during trials, while outsiders naturally do not receive such treatment.

They continued forward, chatting leisurely.

The statue came closer within their sight.

Looking at it, the crystal sails on the ship seemed to flap continuously, as if being blown by the wind, ready to set sail. The giant badge-shaped statue is several hundred meters high, and upon closer inspection, the ship pattern within the badge is not flat but rather three-dimensional, with its surface covered in constantly flashing runic patterns.

Qin Jin’s knowledge had long surpassed before, and now viewing everything, his brow slightly raised, feeling that the ship on the statue could indeed ”sail.”

The giant statue stands in a massive square, with the statue at its center, surrounded in all four directions by variously shaped teleportation gates. From time to time, young figures queued up, stepping into them to participate in trials.

Upon approaching, there were more students waiting in line. Liu Qin and her group brought Qin Jin to the front, and amidst everyone’s attention, she looked forward and a voice rang out.

”Teacher Shangguan.”

As the voice fell silent, a figure appeared quietly before them.

It was a short-haired woman, tall and in a Crystal Domain Academy uniform, with somewhat masculine features. Upon appearing, her gaze immediately focused on Qin Jin, with a sharp, somewhat aggressive look.

Qin Jin remained silent, merely looking straight at her.

After a few seconds of quiet, the woman spoke in a somewhat hoarse voice: ”Qin Jin?”

”Mm.”

”I’m Shangguan Yi. You can just call me Teacher Shangguan, like everyone else.”

The academy has already informed me about matters related to you. If your performance in the Trial Land is outstanding enough, you can also receive rewards placed by our Crystal Domain Academy in the Trial Land.”

As she finished speaking.

A number of students looked at Qin Jin, their expressions more serious.

Qin Jin’s eyes lowered slightly.

Evidently, behind this special privilege is the result of [Martial Abyss]’s efforts, similar to the exchange at Heaven-Filling Dojo.

Shangguan Yi did not dwell on this topic, instead grasping in the void, catching a mechanically-looking identity card.

With a gentle toss, the card moved forward, hovering before Qin Jin: ”If you encounter any true [problems] within the Trial Land, you can use this to contact me and exit the trial.”

”The specific content of the trials needs your own exploration, but... the preparatory steps before the trials can be a reference for you.”

At this point, she glanced over the gathered students, finally focusing on the young man who brought Qin Jin along: ”Zheng Lang, you go first.”

”Ah?”

The student referred to as Zheng Lang was dressed in the academy’s black and white uniform, with a crew cut, looking slightly inexperienced, and upon hearing, showed a surprised expression, hesitantly saying: ”Teacher Shangguan, could someone else go first?”

”I’d like to watch Qin Jin’s skills for a bit longer.”

”Go.”

His only response was a word from Shangguan Yi.

Hearing this, the hesitation vanished from Zheng Lang’s face as he stepped forward.