[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware-":3,"chapter-just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--chapter-37":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Just Became a Mage, and My Skills Got Self-Aware? What the Hell?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2356647,4610,"Chapter 37: The Rich Are Terrified of Dying","just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--chapter-37",37,"\u003Cp>In the center of Jianghai City, the Professional Qualification Examination Center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A black extended limousine with military plates pulled up steadily in front of the main entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door opened, and a long, slender leg stepped out first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Hongyu walked to the rear seat, respectfully opened the door, and gently shielded the top frame with her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master, we’ve arrived.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo yawned and climbed out of the car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This languid yet aristocratic posture immediately drew many sidelong glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is that the Lin family’s Young Master? I heard his awakening was a blank slate…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shh, keep it down—he’s the son of Jianghai City’s Commander. Even without an awakening, he’ll live in comfort for life.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…“\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Hongyu stood beside Lin Mo and whispered:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master, that’s the output-type profession examination hall ahead. The tank and support halls are on the other side.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo nodded and stretched lazily: “Alright, got it. Thanks, Sister Ye. I’m heading in.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Mm. I’ll wait outside for you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Hongyu bowed slightly, then stood beside the car, watching Lin Mo walk toward the examination hall entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the security checkpoint, a long queue had already formed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Lin Mo used the VIP lane—no one ahead of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two uniformed staff members, one man and one woman, handled the screening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hello, please show your admission ticket.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The male staff member extended his hand professionally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo handed over his admission ticket.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lin… Lin Mo?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The staff member glanced at the name and froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing the name, the female staff member, who had been organizing documents, immediately rushed over, her eyes scanning Lin Mo up and down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh my, you’re the Young Master of Commander Lin Tianhao?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo nodded calmly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes. What, does the photo not look like me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It does! You’re even more handsome in person!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The female staff member quickly smiled, her tone dripping with flattery.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they spoke, both, curious by instinct, activated their [Scout Technique].\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Holy… shit?” The male staff member couldn’t hold back, blurting out a curse, “Level 17?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In past exams, even a Level 15 was considered extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just moments ago, Level 16 Zhao Yu had already stunned them—now came another Level 17…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They exchanged glances, both seeing shock in each other’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is this what wealth means?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Literally pushing a blank-slate mage to a Level 17 that dominates the entire field?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ahem…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The male staff member, trained in professionalism, quickly wiped off his unrefined expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master Lin, my apologies!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No wonder you’re the Commander’s son—like father, like son!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pointed to the metal security gate behind him, speaking respectfully:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master, this is standard security equipment. You just need to stand under the light barrier for five seconds—it’ll be quick.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo took back his admission ticket and nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, no problem.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped toward the security gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment Lin Mo entered the light barrier’s range:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hum—!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep blue beam instantly descended from above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that instant:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【‘Earth Shield Spell’: Emergency!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment, a spherical shield of yellow-brown light enveloped Lin Mo, cutting off all external light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…“\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…“\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two staff members exchanged glances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s going on?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s just a security check—how cautious can this Young Master be?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“U-um, Young Master, this is just to check for prohibited items and ensure your gear isn’t above Bronze rank…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the shield:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo rubbed his forehead, speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a security check triggers this? To outsiders, it’d look like he’s terrified of dying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ahem… sorry.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo cleared his throat awkwardly and deactivated the skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Been training hard lately—mind’s too tense. Overreacted. My apologies.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, Lin Mo mentally scolded [Earth Shield Spell]:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Little Earth, stop jumping at shadows, okay? One day I won’t die from enemies—I’ll die from you scaring me to death.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【‘Earth Shield Spell’: Whimpering—I’m just looking out for your safety… I’ll be more careful next time…】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo rolled his eyes, too lazy to argue with this coward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, Young Master, cleared. You may proceed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After checking the monitor, the staff granted entry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo nodded and walked into the examination corridor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two staff members watched his retreating back and whispered quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My god, is this how the rich cling to life? Even a security check needs a shield?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s that? If I were a Lin family heir, I’d be even more paranoid…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“True.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through the corridor, Lin Mo stepped into a vast open plaza.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many examinees had already gathered, clustering in small groups.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His appearance instantly drew numerous stares.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the name Lin Mo was extremely well-known among peers in Jianghai City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lin Mo?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A familiar voice came from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd parted automatically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yu, surrounded by followers, strode forward, “Level 17… that’s quite a high level, huh.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo turned around, recognized the man, and replied casually:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huh? Isn’t that Young Master Zhao? What do you want?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yu chuckled:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m just reminding you—there won’t be any of your father’s men guarding you inside this hall.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You… better take it easy once you’re in. If it’s not going well, drop out. A blank-slate mage really doesn’t need to take this exam.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Other examinees cast suspicious glances, murmuring among themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo’s expression didn’t change—he replied coolly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thanks for your concern, Young Master Zhao. But I suggest you worry more about yourself.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After all, if I, a blank-slate mage, fail, it’s expected. But you’re an S-rank prodigy—if you don’t get a good score, your father’s face… won’t have anywhere to hide.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You—!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Yu’s fake smile froze instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He opened his mouth, but couldn’t utter a single word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The logic… was infuriatingly sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo didn’t bother with him further. Hands in pockets, he strolled lazily toward a corner of the resting area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Young Master Zhao, don’t get upset—it’s not worth it to quarrel with someone like him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A henchman stepped forward, fawning to soothe him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lin Mo’s just talking big—we all know how he reached Level 17. Just a waste with empty levels.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly, exactly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another henchman chimed in, \"Young Master Zhao is a chosen one destined for the Heavenly Dragon Academy in the capital; Lin Mo will probably just scrape by his whole life in Jianghai City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They’re not even from the same world—why bother with him?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Zhao Yu’s expression softened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took the water handed to him by his henchman, took a sip, and sneered:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Heavenly Dragon Academy? Hmph, that’s just the bare minimum. My goal is the Dragon Sequence Class at the Heavenly Dragon Academy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"D-Dragon Sequence Class?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those around him froze in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Young Master Zhao, the Dragon Sequence Class is the highest-tier reserve force for our Dragon Nation’s combat power! Will their recruiters even come to Jianghai City?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard the minimum requirement is SS-rank?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Listening to his subordinates’ murmurs, Zhao Yu tilted his chin upward. \"Xu Wenchang, the Xu Lao of the Dragon Sequence Class, has indeed come—and he came specifically for me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoa...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master Zhao, you’re amazing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master Zhao, when you rise to greatness, don’t forget to lift up your brothers!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing the flattery around him, Zhao Yu’s gloom vanished, and his sense of superiority returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmph, how can a sparrow understand the ambition of a swan?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Mo, you’re a frog at the bottom of a well—you’ll never know how vast the true world is.\u003C\u002Fp>",1224,"2026-06-21T04:41:49.398Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","c2ecac3de8ff06e6ea92902d7bcb5ee34815d23f69187d1134f4172748a0f68c","just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--chapter-38","just-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--chapter-36",374,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fjust-became-a-mage-and-my-skills-got-self-aware--cover.jpg"]