However—since Zhou Yan had already anticipated this, he certainly would not be unprepared. His contemplation at this moment was merely displaying the personality of the Evil Venerate.
Because, based on the personality of the Evil Venerate, it can be inferred that no matter how easy something might be, the Evil Venerate would never agree readily, and would certainly seek to gain benefits before doing so.
Regarding the Evil Venerate's character, Zhou Yan did not know much, but with just one or two scenes, Zhou Yan could see a leopard from a tube, giving him a hint.
Lifelong experiences are often like this; things easily accomplished and purposes easily achieved may be ignored by others.
Zhou Yan did not know the exact identity or status of the Evil Venerate, but judging from Jiang Tianxin's courteous and humble approach towards the Evil Venerate, it was evident that the Evil Venerate's status was anything but ordinary.