The hospital is too busy, so I'm going to join the army and become a top soldier!

"Unfortunately, we are no longer in a time of war, and there are not many battlefields where armored vehicles can truly play a role."

"Most of the time, we only need to use it during training and military exercises."

After hearing this, Chen Gang felt both happy and regretful.

To my delight, Shen Yan did not disappoint me.

Unfortunately, a driver with ace driving talent like Shen Yan may never be able to drive this precious vehicle to a real battlefield in his entire life!

Han Dayong stretched out his right hand, patted the inside of the car, and then looked at Shen Yan with a smile.

"Xiao Shen, how's it going?"

"Our company's prized possession, doesn't it feel great to drive?"

A smile appeared on Shen Yan's face.

"It's really good."

"Its protection, mobility, observation, and information processing capabilities are all very strong."

In today's battlefield environment, it would definitely be considered a good item.

Han Dayong nodded in satisfaction.

But before he could speak, Shen Yan added another sentence.

"However, in a few more years, these traditional armored vehicles will probably not have such a good time on the battlefield."

Han Dayong paused.

Chen Gang was also visibly taken aback.

"What do you mean?"

As Shen Yan looked at the various devices inside the car, images of the modern-day Great Mao and Second Mao battlefields that he had seen in news reports and documents from his previous life surfaced in his mind.

A large number of drones hovered in the air.

Reconnaissance, location, and fire guidance; even carrying ammunition directly for attack.

An expensive armored vehicle might be spotted by a cheap drone and subsequently subjected to a barrage of attacks.

In addition, eyes are flying everywhere on the battlefield!

Relying solely on traditional armor and mobility is no longer sufficient to guarantee the safety of vehicles and personnel.

"As drone technology develops in the future, the battlefield will become increasingly transparent."

Shen Yan carefully considered his words before saying, "The future will belong to drones!"

"Armored vehicles are large and conspicuous, and their heat signatures and activity traces are relatively easy to detect."

"Drones can conduct reconnaissance from a distance, transmit the vehicle's location to the rear fire support, and can also launch direct attacks from directions where the armor is relatively weak."

"An armored vehicle is very expensive, but drones are becoming increasingly cheaper."

"If one isn't enough, then send several, or even dozens."

"If even one aircraft manages to breach the defenses, the costs incurred by both sides will be completely unequal."

The car suddenly fell silent.

Han Dayong initially thought Shen Yan was joking.

As he listened, the smile on his face slowly disappeared.

"You mean, such a large armored vehicle might be shot down by a small plane in the future?"

"It's not a small plane in the ordinary sense."

Shen Yan explained: "Drones can carry observation equipment and can also be used as attack platforms."

The real problem isn't any single drone, but the entire system that combines reconnaissance, communication, fire guidance, and mass attacks!

Once this system is established, armored vehicles will become sitting ducks on the battlefield!

Han Dayong still couldn't quite believe it.

Having worked in vehicle repair and inspection for so many years, he knows better than anyone just how sturdy this layer of armor is.

Ordinary bullets hitting it may not even leave a noticeable mark.

How could such a robust and durable steel behemoth be easily replaced by some inexpensive unmanned equipment?

"Armored vehicles aren't just meant to stand still and take hits."

Han Dayong retorted earnestly, "It is mobile, can be painted for concealment, and also has vehicle-mounted observation and weaponry equipment."

"If drones can detect armored vehicles, why can't armored vehicles detect them?"

"sure."

Shen Yan nodded, "So armored vehicles won't disappear completely, nor will they be immediately eliminated just because drones have appeared."

"But the methods of combat will definitely have to change."

"In the future, armored vehicles will need to have stronger active defense, electronic countermeasures and close-range air defense capabilities, and they will also need to cooperate with our own drones."

"If it is exposed alone in the traditional way, without electronic suppression or air cover..."

On a battlefield swarming with drones, every drone that goes in is destroyed!

None of the people in the car will come back!

Upon hearing this, Chen Gang, a commander, also became serious.

Based on Shen Yan's words, he deduced that what Shen Yan said was actually quite correct!

Although he wasn't as familiar with vehicle technology as Han Dayong, he could understand the most crucial point.

cost!

An armored vehicle requires a large amount of materials, equipment, and personnel to operate.

If in the future we can truly use a large number of inexpensive drones for continuous reconnaissance and attacks.

No matter how strong the armored vehicle's protection is, it can't withstand the enemy constantly finding its weak points.

More importantly, once the entire battlefield is being monitored by unmanned aerial vehicles, traditional methods of concealment and mobility will be affected.

"How did you come up with all this?"

Chen Gang couldn't help but ask.

Shen Yan certainly couldn't say that he had seen news reports about the performance of future drones on the battlefield.

He could only attribute the cause to the information he had previously reviewed.

"I've read some research on unmanned equipment from abroad before."

"Taking into account the characteristics of armored vehicles, I just thought of something."

Just thinking about it casually?

Chen Gang and Han Dayong both looked at Shen Yan.

This kid just casually thought about it and came up with all sorts of things about future armored warfare, drone collaboration, and electronic warfare?

How exactly is his brain structured?

Han Dayong remained silent for a moment, then reached out and touched the car body again.

He still refused to believe that the sturdy and durable steel behemoth he saw would be suppressed by countless small drones flying around in the future.

But what Shen Yan just said about cost exchange, top-level threats, and continuous reconnaissance does make sense.

At least, this is not a simple statement like "drones are more powerful than armored vehicles".

Instead, it's a completely new set of combat logic!

Seeing their expressions, Shen Yan didn't continue explaining.

Some things are still too far removed from our present reality.

He possesses memories of his past life and knows what astonishing changes will occur in the next ten years!

But Chen Gang and Han Dayong had no such memories.

It's unrealistic to expect them to fully accept it with just a few words.

However, Shen Yan knew very well that he didn't need to worry about the future!

Because the country has already made arrangements in this regard!

Ten years from now, the Dragon Kingdom will evolve into the legendary Industrial Cthulhu!

Our drone capabilities will also become number one in the world!

Thinking of this, Shen Yan decisively changed the subject.

"Company Commander Chen."

"I've learned the basic operations now. Could you drive the armored vehicle out and take it for a spin around the company?"

Chen Gang: "..."

Han Dayong: "..."

The two are still seriously considering whether drones will change the nature of future warfare.

Shen Yan suddenly wanted to drive the armored vehicle around the company.

Isn't this topic being changed a little too quickly?

After hesitating for a while, Chen Gang finally asked, "Didn't you just say that this thing would easily become a sitting duck?"

"That's the battlefield of the future. We don't need to worry about that. We just need to believe that there are powerful figures within our country!"

Shen Yan replied matter-of-factly, "Instead of thinking so much, let me practice with armored vehicles more first!"

Hearing this, Han Dayong almost couldn't help but laugh.

Shen Yan spoke so seriously.

Isn't it just that you've only just learned how to drive an armored vehicle and want to take it for a spin?

No matter how talented he is, he's still just a young man under twenty.

How could I not feel excited when I saw such a massive steel machine?

Han Dayong looked down at the training records.

"You've mastered the basics."

"As long as we stay on the closed training roads within the company and don't enter densely populated areas, and I accompany you the whole time, there shouldn't be any major problems."

After hearing this, Chen Gang was clearly tempted.

Shen Yan was a soldier he trained from the recruit training camp.

This kid just learned armored vehicle theory this morning, and he was able to independently complete basic driving in two hours.

What's the point of letting only myself and Han Dayong see such good results?

We need to make sure everyone else knows!

Of course, Chen Gang was definitely not trying to show off.

The main purpose was to let Shen Yan familiarize himself with the armored vehicle's operation on the road, and also to check on the new recruits' training!

That's perfectly reasonable!

"OK!"

Chen Gang gritted his teeth and finally agreed.

"But let's make this clear first: you can only drive around the closed roads within the elite unit's premises once. You can't leave the camp, and you absolutely cannot drive into densely populated areas!"

"Continue to follow Han Dayong's instructions for all operations."

"I will arrange the route. If you spot any people or anything unusual along the way, stop immediately!"

Shen Yan's eyes lit up.

"yes!"

Han Dayong reminded him, "Company Commander, do we need to report this to the higher-ups?"

"rest assured."

Chen Gang waved his hand, "In our elite detachment's territory, I, Chen Gang, still have a say!"

"No need to go through those procedures anymore. By the time we finish them, it'll be lunchtime!"

After he finished speaking, he immediately contacted the relevant personnel through communication equipment.

After confirming the vehicle's condition and the training route, they reminded people along the way to give way.

After all preparations were complete, Han Dayong asked, "Company Commander Chen, which route are we going to take?"

Chen Gang pretended to think for a few seconds.

"Let's take a walk around the recruit training ground first."

"I'll take this opportunity to see if any of those new recruits are slacking off!"

Han Dayong's lips twitched.

really!

He knew Chen Gang wanted to show off how capable his troops were!

You can drive an armored vehicle in just one day!

Shen Yan didn't think much of it.

He rechecked the vehicle's status as required, and then, at Han Dayong's command, slowly drove out of the closed training ground.

The roar of the engine quickly carried into the distance.

On the recruit training ground.

Wei Shanjia was practicing tactical maneuvers with his team when he heard the approaching noise and couldn't help but look up.

The little boy next to him also perked up his ears.

Soon, an armored reconnaissance vehicle slowly drove up from the road in the distance.

The heavy vehicle body gleamed with a dark green luster under the sunlight, causing many new recruits on the training ground to pause for a moment involuntarily.

Wei Shanjia's eyes widened even more.

Holy crap!

"Why is this behemoth of a steel machine heading straight for us?"

The armored reconnaissance vehicle slowly slowed down outside the recruit training ground and finally came to a steady stop beside the road.

The engine continued to emit a low, rumbling sound.

On the training field, everyone's attention was drawn to this.

Wei Shanjia craned his neck and stared at the armored vehicle for a long time.

"Who drove this here?"

"Could it be that the crew brought Shen Yan here specifically to show off?"

Ga Wa squinted at the cockpit.

"Hey friend, I have a feeling Shen Yan is driving?"

Wei Shanjia was about to say that he was talking nonsense, how could Shen Yan have learned to drive this big guy in such a short time?

Isn't this just a joke?

Even if you beat him to death, he still won't believe it!

Just then, the hatch on top of the armored vehicle suddenly opened.

Immediately afterwards, a familiar head poked out from inside.

Shen Yan!

The entire class fell silent instantly.

Wei Shanjia's mouth opened slowly, his expression as if he had seen a ghost in broad daylight.

Holy crap!

"Why is it you?"

"Didn't Company Commander Chen take you to learn about armored vehicles?"

"Why did you bring the armored vehicle back?"

Shen Yan looked down at him.

"Once you've learned how to drive it, you can naturally drive back to familiarize yourself with the roads."

Wei Shanjia fell silent, feeling as if he had been slapped repeatedly in the face!

Good grief, what do you mean you've learned it?

How long has Shen Yancai been away from the training ground?

When others encounter an armored vehicle for the first time, they probably won't even recognize all the equipment inside.

This guy left with his textbooks this morning, and when he came back, he had already driven an armored vehicle to the entrance of Class One?

You're really cheating, aren't you!

Ga Wa looked up for a long time, and finally managed to utter a sentence:

"Hey friend, you're not going to driving lessons, are you?"

"You've finished your driving test and gone to pick up your car, right?"

Just then, everyone in the class finally reacted and their eyes all fell on Shen Yan.

They knew that Shen Yan learned quickly.

This is happening so fast, it's almost unreasonable!

Shen Yan retreated back into the car and looked at Han Dayong.

"Squad Leader Han, could Wei Shanjia and Ga Wa come up and try it out?"

Han Dayong turned his head and glanced at Chen Gang.

After thinking for a moment, Chen Gang nodded.

"Yes, but you can only sit in the passenger seat and are not allowed to touch the equipment!"

"Anyone who touches anything incorrectly, get off the bus immediately!"

"clear!"

Shen Yan peeked out again and waved to the two of them.

"Wei Shanjia, Ga Wa, come on up here, I'll show you around a couple of times!"

Wei Shanjia's eyes lit up instantly.

Just a moment ago I was questioning my existence, but now I've completely forgotten about whether Shen Yan is cheating or not.

Armored vehicles!

Which young person could resist taking a spin inside such a massive steel machine?

The two were given permission and immediately ran over.

As soon as Wei Shanjia got into the car, he was dazzled by the dense array of equipment around him.

"No, you've learned so many things?"

"I have mastered the basic operations."

Shen Yan sat back in the driver's seat.

As Wei Shanjia watched him skillfully inspect the vehicle's condition, his heart grew increasingly heavy.

We all enlisted together.

He was still practicing tactical maneuvers on the training field, while Shen Yan had already started acting as their armored vehicle driver!

The little boy was equally intrigued, and couldn't help but exclaim:

"Hey friend, could you please slow down the update process a bit in the future? We two old friends can't keep up with your pace!"

Once preparations are complete.

Shen Yan started driving the armored vehicle again.

Wei Shanjia and Ga Wa felt the vibrations of the vehicle and were initially excited, looking around in all directions.

Although the armored vehicle was cramped, it didn't dampen their excitement!

The armored vehicle made its way around the Sharp Knife Company's camp, and just as Han Dayong was about to say it was time to pack up and head back...

Chen Gang's cell phone suddenly rang.

He took out his phone, saw the number, and answered it immediately.

"Company Commander!"

I don't know what was said on the other end of the phone.

Chen Gang's previously smiling expression quickly turned serious.

"Are the armed police officers requesting assistance?"

"Did four terrorists pass by the camp?"

"You still have a rifle?"

Upon hearing this, the atmosphere inside the car instantly changed.

The excitement on Wei Shanjia and Ga Wa's faces quickly disappeared, and they subconsciously sat up straight.

During the phone call, the company commander quickly explained the situation.

A vehicle carrying four terrorists had just passed by the highway near the Sharp Knife Company.

Armed police are pursuing and intercepting them, but in order to prevent them from continuing to escape and entering densely populated areas, causing even greater casualties, they are taking measures.

We need the assistance of the elite detachment to set up roadblocks and block the way ahead!

In short, the other party has a gun, and the situation is extremely dangerous!

But Chen Gang did not hesitate!

"clear!"

"Company commander, we're currently on an armored vehicle and can proceed to the designated location immediately!"

"Mission accomplished!"

After hanging up the phone, Chen Gang first looked at Han Dayong.

"How is the vehicle?"

"normal!"

"However, this vehicle is a training vehicle, and the machine gun on it is not equipped with ammunition."

"In other words, besides vehicles, we have no other usable weapons!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Gang remained silent for a moment before speaking.

"This car is enough!"

"Just the big machine gun on the vehicle terrified them!"

After Chen Gang finished speaking, he turned to look at Shen Yan in the driver's seat.

"Xiao Shen."

"Are you confident you can carry out the mission?"

After confirming the vehicle status and navigation information, Shen Yan shouted loudly.

"Report!"

"able!"

Chen Gang immediately gave the order:

"Let's go!"

"They've practically handed us all the credit, we can't just let it go!"