Family Cultivation: My entire family are Villains

"Very well, very well, who would have thought, the Master of Hou Family who comes from a humble background, could possess such insight. My trip to Hexi has indeed been worthwhile."

Just by seeing the excited expression on Jiang Yuyun's face, Hou Yuxiao knew his guess about the siblings' intentions was correct. He did not take offense to Jiang Yuyun's remark about his humble origins but instead took the opportunity to further persuade, "Your Highness, the most urgent task now is to seek the support of the academy in Yangzhou, and then unite with other holy lands to jointly resist Great Jin."

If he remembered correctly, the Bailu Academy faction in Yangzhou was fiercely loyal to the Great Yu Holy Dynasty. If the Great Yu Royal Family were indeed reduced to just these siblings before him, then Yangzhou would definitely be their best choice as of now.

However, as soon as he spoke these words, the faces of Jiang Yuyun and Jiang Yuli immediately darkened, and they both looked down at him with a gaze that flicked with an ill-intent.

"Master of Hou Family, are you trying to send us away?"

Did they really have to make it so clear...…

A shadow passed through Hou Yuxiao's eyes. The implication of sending them away was clear enough when he suggested they should go to Yangzhou. Their clarifications and their demeanor, combined with that hostile look, almost confirmed his suspicions about their high-profile appearance today.

However, he still did not confront them directly, but humbly said, "Your Highnesses worry too much. Mr. Hou did not mean to send you away, but rather is concerned that if Great Jin pursues you here, with the limited strength of the Hou Clan, it is hard to ensure your complete safety. If something untoward happens to Your Highnesses, it would be a grave sin for the Hou Clan. After all, the academy is a holy land, going to Yangzhou would be much safer for you both."

"It seems you are considerate after all, I won't bother with small talk then, let's be blunt. Master of Hou Family, although your Hou Clan is weak, it has potential. Swear loyalty to me, and once Great Yu is restored, I will not treat the Hou Clan unfairly. How about it?"

Jiang Yuyun's authoritative words confirmed Hou Yuxiao's suspicions.

The siblings had struck the Red Flame Army with a single blow as high-profile as they had appeared, evidently with an intimidating purpose. Since their House had neither old grudges nor recent disputes with the Hou Clan, there was no reason for intimidation unless the royal siblings intended to subdue the Hou Clan.

Hou Yuxiao sighed inwardly, disregarding Jiang Yuyun's authoritative demeanor, and replied with difficulty, "Although my Hou Clan sympathizes with Great Yu, our capabilities are limited. If it's difficult for us to even let you stay safely in the Southern Five Provinces, how could we talk about restoring Great Yu? I'm speaking frankly, Your Highnesses, since you are being pursued by Great Jin, for safety's sake, it's best to head to Yangzhou first!"

These words were truly from the depths of Hou Yuxiao's heart.

However, it seemed he was wishfully thinking, or perhaps underestimating Jiang Yuyun's domineering nature. As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Yuyun's aura surged ostensibly, and a powerful sense of oppression instantly hit him. His brows furrowed; just as he was about to speak again, he heard Jiang Yuyun's forceful demand.

"Master of Hou Family, I will ask only once, swear loyalty to me, how about it?"

...

Had all the elites of the Great Yu Royal Family been wiped out, leaving only such a brainless fool like Jiang Yuyun?

This question popped into Hou Yuxiao's mind as he looked up at the arrogantly poised Jiang Yuyun in midair, his gaze growing darker. After a moment of contemplation, he suppressed his anger and looked towards Jiang Yuli, hoping the sister would be more reasonable to deal with.

"Under normal circumstances, even a force ten times stronger than your Hou Clan pledging their loyalty wouldn't merit a glance from this Palace. Today, my brother and I coming to you is a blessing your Hou Clan couldn't earn in ten lifetimes. Master of Hou Family, I am advising you kindly, do not spurn this offering and force us to take harsh measures!"

......

The siblings maintained their unimpressed demeanor, yet the words they spoke were more arrogant than the other, and their posture more haughty than before.

Deep down, Hou Yuxiao could understand their arrogance.

Since the Divine Dynasty era, the royal lineage has spanned over three thousand years. During the Divine Dynasty era, the thirteen provinces of 'The World' were imperial lands, and all creatures, including demons, were subjects of the Jiang Family. Even after losing their Divine Dynasty status, they still held the title of Supreme Sovereign of the World for over a thousand years, along with various achievements from the Divine era that are still utilized today - the influence of Great Yu is deeply rooted in people's hearts.

These siblings, as members of the Great Yu Royal Family, bearing this disdain for all else is quite normal. Perhaps in dealing with holy lands and even some first-class forces, they might restrain themselves a bit. But who are they facing now?

The Hou Clan!

A family publicly deemed third-rate, with actual strength only first-class. In the eyes of these worldly siblings, it definitely counts for nothing, hence no need for them to suppress their arrogance.

But, understanding aside.

Hou Yuxiao's assessment of the siblings was merely four words:

Utterly foolish!

What critical juncture is this, and they are not rushing to Yangzhou to seek protection but instead playing this game of shocking servants into submission? It would have been just that, but coincidentally, they approached the Hou Clan.

If it weren't for maintaining some dignity for them, he would have already cursed them out aloud.

"It's not that Mr. Hou doesn't appreciate the gesture, it's really that my Hou Clan is too small and insignificant. If we rashly make contact with Your Highnesses, and if Great Jin attacks, the annihilation of my Hou Clan would be the lesser issue compared to potential problems facing Your Highnesses. I fear that the people of The World wouldn't forgive the Hou Clan for this. For safety's sake, it's best for Your Highnesses to hurry to Yangzhou, as this is the most crucial matter right now!"