Jiang Lu was here to slack off, not to be a go-getter. He wouldn't admit to having absolutely no ideas, but even if he did, it was absolutely impermissible to voice them before being driven into a corner.
As someone well-versed in the survival rules of small groups, Jiang Lu knew he must never outshine the sword bearer.
After all, he was here to join this family, not to tear it apart.
And to slack off, he had to make everyone believe he was useless, so that his deterioration would seem justified.
Occasionally showing his normal ability would then become a bonus, earning him unexpected favor.
This is called the strategy of lowering expectations!
The sword bearer took a deep breath, constantly hypnotizing himself, "The chief said he's a favoritism hire, the chief said he's a favoritism hire..."
