I told you to change your skills, and you changed them into a nuclear explosion immortal?

"I... I guessed right..."

"I was right..."

Qi Zhaolin looked stunned and opened his mouth several times but couldn't say a word.

Because it's quite obvious.

His initial guess—that a powerful figure was helping Lu Yun level up—was rejected due to various illogical events.

After all, if there really was a master player to guide him, Lu Yun wouldn't lack materials, wouldn't have wasted three days running around, and wouldn't have gone into the dungeon alone.

Most importantly, there was another issue: when he tried to check Lu Yun's panel, it was full of question marks.

This is incredibly strange even for a seventh-tier powerhouse.

Even if Lu Yun has skills or equipment with hidden attributes, under the absolute level difference, those things are a joke.

The most powerful piece of gold-grade mythical equipment in the Dragon Kingdom, with all attributes covered, has a maximum hidden level of only 100, but it is more than 100 levels higher than Lu Yun's.

What's more, he also possesses the detection stone given to him by his father.

All these factors combined made it impossible for him not to consider the second possibility.

That is, Lu Yun didn't have any mentors; he was alone from beginning to end.

He was the one whose barren land was wiped out by the nuclear explosion.

He was the one who led two people in a nuclear explosion that wiped out the Shadow Castle.

This explains why the Barrens, a level 5 beginner dungeon, was the first to suffer.

Because he was testing his skills, and because he didn't know his skills would have such damage and effects.

The fact that the Shadow Castle was cleaned makes even more sense.

He looked at the task; the minimum requirement was a team of three to participate.

Based on the damage he had experienced, he knew very well that he could definitely pass the test alone, but he had to bring two friends along because of the mission requirements. This explains why the mission was originally for three people.

It wasn't that two big shots were guiding him; rather, he brought two "accessories" along, just to meet the requirements for starting the quest.

Furthermore, since there was no requirement for the number of players in this mission, he entered the instance alone and, shortly after entering, caused the instance's power to spread, just like in the Barrens and Shadow Castle.

So, he was certain.

His second guess was correct: Lu Yun was all alone, without any powerful figure guiding him!

And it was precisely because of this that he became certain of one thing.

Hidden profession!

That's right!

Lu Yun is definitely a hidden talent!

Moreover, his professional strength is far superior to that of ordinary hidden professions.

Most likely, his career development is related to amplification skills or skill mutations, which explains why he can use nuclear explosions to clean up the mess!

It must be said that Qi Zhaolin truly deserves to be called a knowledgeable and experienced seventh-level expert, and he also holds a high position. His intelligence and logical thinking are indeed beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Although the facts are somewhat off, they are pretty close to the truth.

But the more Qi Zhaolin thought about it, the more horrified and shocked he became.

Hidden classes haven't appeared for a century, and the emergence of each hidden class has caused a bloodbath in an era.

Having witnessed it firsthand, he was acutely aware of the prestige of a hidden profession.

So after understanding the whole story, his heart was pounding in his throat.

"Hidden class... Lu Yun has a hidden class..."

"This, this is a major event, an incredibly great thing..."

Qi Zhaolin, regaining his senses, felt his brow twitching and was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. He could even foresee how powerful and dazzling Lu Yun would be in the future.

But it was precisely because he understood this that he was so anxious at this moment.

If Lu Yun is the heir of some powerful force, then he has nothing to worry about; he only needs to befriend him and help him openly and honestly.

Relying on the goodwill he gained in the early days, he will surely reap countless benefits once he gains power.

But he was just an ordinary citizen, an orphan with no one to rely on. Hiding his profession was not a good thing for him, but a huge disaster.

To know.

No faction can refuse a hidden class, no matter how bad that hidden class is.

At worst, I'll support him and marry my daughter to him, hoping that our offspring can inherit the hidden level of career.

Although the probability is extremely low, it has been proven to be feasible.

Moreover, Lu Yun's unexpected strength is truly remarkable.

But if those top-tier powers can't win him over, Qi Zhaolin knows all too well what they will do with such a nuclear-level powerhouse.

He couldn't even imagine how many deadly disasters would result from the exposure of Lu Yun's hidden profession.

Even more frightening is the power struggle between major forces, which will inevitably cause upheaval throughout the entire Dragon Kingdom.

Qi Zhaolin felt increasingly that things were getting serious; this matter had already exceeded the limits of his ability to intervene.

Thinking of this, his expression changed repeatedly. In the end, driven by selfishness, he dialed his father's video call.

Looking at his father on the virtual screen in front of him, Qi Zhaolin had lost his composure as a strong man.

"Dad! Something terrible has happened! Something catastrophic!"

The old man was taken aback upon hearing this.

"Zhaolin? What could have made you so panicked?"

Qi Zhaolin dared not hide anything and quickly told them everything he had investigated and speculated about.

After saying that, the old man stood up abruptly, his expression changed drastically, and he raised his voice.

"Are you sure you're telling the truth???"

Qi Zhaolin's face tightened, and he felt a chill run down his spine, as this was the first time he had ever seen his father so out of control.

"It's really Dad. I'm right here at the entrance to the abyss of bones. I'm absolutely certain of it."

The old man's expression changed again, and as his eyes flickered, his mind went through countless thoughts.

"A hidden profession... This is a once-in-a-century event..."

The old man muttered a few words, then burst into laughter.

"Great! Excellent! Fantastic! Our Dragon Kingdom is about to rise! It's about to take off! Hahaha!"

Seeing his father like this, Qi Zhaolin was stunned.

"Dad? What's wrong...?"

"Zhaolin!!!"

The old man suddenly stopped smiling and looked at Qi Zhaolin with a serious expression.

"Remember, this child's existence must be kept strictly confidential. No major power should be allowed to know about him."

"Of course, you can report this matter. I trust that old man Lin. Although he has a bad temper, he is an upright person who cares about the country and its people. Tell him, and he will know what to do."

Upon hearing this, Qi Zhaolin inexplicably breathed a sigh of relief.

"Okay, Dad, I'll report this, but..."

Qi Zhaolin hesitated for a moment.

"Given this child's rapid advancement, it won't be long before he stands out. This is something he can't hide just because he wants to."

Upon hearing this, the old man nodded in deep agreement.

"Indeed, it turns once a day, twice a day. If it weren't for the material issue, it would probably have turned three times already."

"Give him enough resources to grow, and it won't be long before he'll be able to stand on his own."

"But you don't need to worry about this."

The old man thought for a moment, then smiled and said...

"A month is enough."

Qi Zhaolin was taken aback, then suddenly widened his eyes and said.

"Dad, you mean... the entrance exam in about two weeks?"

"That's right."

The old man's smile widened.

"With his leveling speed, it wouldn't be difficult for him to reach the third, fourth, or even fifth rank. He doesn't need many; as long as he can reach the fourth rank, he will have the ability to protect himself."

"Even if he is exposed at that time, I, this old man, have a way to protect him. Of course, even if he is exposed now, I will still protect him."

"However, without experiencing wind and rain, one can never grow into a towering tree. I also need to examine this child's character."

Qi Zhaolin nodded, agreeing with his father's words.

"But Dad, aren't you afraid... those powerful forces will try to recruit him?"

Upon hearing this, the old man immediately smiled.

"Recruiting him is a certainty, but that kid won't agree to join any faction; otherwise, why would he wait until now?"

"Besides, he already understands his own strength and is destined to stand at the top. Do you think someone like that would settle for being subordinate to someone else?"

Qi Zhaolin thought about it and realized that if he were in that situation, he wouldn't be willing to be treated like a slave either.

If he doesn't join a faction, but also risks being accused of possessing a valuable treasure, then he only has two choices.

One option is to create his own power, but he is an orphan with no one to rely on, making it difficult for him to stand up. Even if he wanted to, it would be impossible in the short term.

So, there's really only one path left now.

Thinking of this, Qi Zhaolin's eyes lit up, his gaze becoming incredibly bright.

"The academy! He will definitely take the entrance exam! He'll join the academy!"

"That's right! If he wants to avoid being disturbed by the major powers, this is the only way, and... it has to be the Imperial Capital Academy!"

Sure enough!

Qi Zhaolin was overjoyed, and his breathing became rapid.

"That's right! Dad, you're right! So what should I do now?"

Upon hearing this, the old man spoke softly with a serious expression.

"Give him your full support! Help him! Show him the utmost goodwill, be sure to get along with him, and if necessary..."

"You need to personally contact him and protect him!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Zhaolin's pupils suddenly contracted sharply.