Zhou Nan played his role flawlessly, portraying himself as a servile flatterer, a groveling opportunist desperate for Qin Xian’s favor. He understood one fundamental truth—no one ever fears a sycophantic lackey, nor do they guard against a groveling coward. And so, Zhou Nan acted the part.
His face was filled with exaggerated admiration, his posture hunched in submission, his gaze lowered as if he dared not meet Qin Xian’s eyes.
He moved with a sneaky, cringing air that made people instinctively look down on him. If it were anyone else, they might have fallen for it. But not Qin Xian.
He knew exactly what Zhou Nan was—a Destined Child. And Destined Childrens never behaved like spineless bootlickers.
There was only one explanation—Zhou Nan was pretending.
“Master Qin, that wretch was a nobody. He dared to offend you despite his weak abilities. Though I myself am lacking, I have always admired Master Qin greatly. From now on, I am willing to follow you through fire and water!” Zhou Nan bowed deeply, practically groveling.
Deep within his eyes, however, flickered a trace of humiliation.
Do you think I want to act like this?
But to win Qin Xian’s trust, he had to. He had to trample his own dignity into the dirt. But it would all be worth it in the end.
Zhou Nan forced a smile. “If I can inherit the Zhou family, then our family will always follow Master Qin’s lead!”
He then extended both hands forward, coughing weakly as if severely wounded from his fight. It was a flawless act, subtly embedding a request—seeking Qin Xian’s support in securing his inheritance.
If Qin Xian didn’t know that Zhou Nan was a Destined Child, he might have actually believed him. After all, everything Zhou Nan did perfectly fit the image of an illegitimate son desperately trying to climb the social ladder.
And he had just offered Qin Xian an irrefusable favor—a loyal follower who had eliminated a troublesome enemy. It would be impolite to reject his handshake.
But unfortunately for Zhou Nan… it was all for nothing.
Qin Xian watched Zhou Nan’s dedicated performance, his lips curling into a peculiar smirk.
Not only did he take care of Yun Tianlu for me…He even delivered himself right to my doorstep?
Honestly, Qin Xian almost felt bad about killing him.
Almost.
But a free meal had landed on his plate—he wasn’t going to waste it.
Qin Xian chuckled lightly. “Zhou Nan, I’m just a little curious—how did someone like you, who was always called trash by the Zhou family, manage to kill Yun Tianlu? He was considered a prodigy of the Western Academy, and his strength wasn’t weak.”
Zhou Nan’s heart skipped a beat. He hadn’t expected Qin Xian to ask that.
Damn it. Just like every other noble heir—always suspicious, always ruthless.
I got beaten half to death for you, and instead of being grateful, you’re questioning me?
But he had already prepared an excuse.
“This so-called prodigy of the Western Academy is nothing special,” Zhou Nan said smoothly. “Luo Province is a backwater, after all. I may be trash in the capital, but I’m still above their level.”
He subtly praised Qin Xian in the process, implying that if even he could accomplish this, then Qin Xian, as a true elite, was naturally far superior. And as he spoke, he extended his hand further, waiting for Qin Xian’s response.
Qin Xian smiled faintly and reached out to shake it. The instant their hands touched, a glint of excitement flashed deep within Zhou Nan’s eyes.
Finally! Finally, I’m about to copy Qin Xian’s skills!
All he needed to do was maintain the handshake for 30 seconds, and it would be done. He flashed a bright, eager smile, preparing to prolong the conversation—anything to keep Qin Xian’s attention just a little longer.
But then—
A sudden explosion of divine energy erupted from Qin Xian’s palm. A vast sword domain manifested, golden swords materializing from thin air. The Golden Sword Domain trembled with an overwhelming aura, and countless colossal holy swords rained down toward Zhou Nan!
At the same time, a crushing force locked onto his hand, preventing him from escaping!
Zhou Nan’s eyes widened in shock and terror.
He was stunned.
Why?
Why was Qin Xian attacking him?
Why was he trying to kill him!?
Qin Xian was a dangerous man—Zhou Nan had known that. He had heard all the rumors. The destruction of the Wen family, the way Qin Xian crushed his enemies without mercy.
But that was different.
The Wen family had been Qin Xian’s enemy. And despite his cruelty, Qin Xian wasn’t some mindless butcher. He had never been one to kill without reason.
Zhou Nan had no conflict with him, no direct threat to his power. In fact, he had even helped Qin Xian by eliminating Yun Tianlu.
So why?
Why was Qin Xian trying to kill him!?
But there was no time to think. The golden swords descended upon him like a divine execution, ready to obliterate him completely.
Zhou Nan’s eyes flashed with hesitation—then, at the last moment, his body flickered and blurred, vanishing into a shadowy mist. A second later, he reappeared some distance away.
[Shadow Incarnation]: Transform into a shadow, entering an untargetable, invulnerable state for 8 seconds. Cooldown: 2 hours.
Qin Xian’s gaze narrowed in amusement.
“Shadow Incarnation?” His sharp golden eyes locked onto Zhou Nan, the way a predator gazed at cornered prey.
“If I recall correctly… you’re supposed to be an A-tier Rune Mage.”
“But now, you’ve suddenly become an SS-tier Shadowmaster?”
[Shadow Incarnation] was an exclusive SS-tier assassin ability, one of the strongest stealth-type professions.
And yet, the Zhou Nan he knew had been nothing but a low-ranked mage. Now, Zhou Nan was enshrouded in the aura of a Shadowmaster.
It didn’t take a genius to figure it out.
Zhou Nan had one ability. The power to copy other people’s professions.
Qin Xian’s smirk widened.
“Ah… I see now. So that’s what you were after.”
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