Family Cultivation: My entire family are Villains

Lin Xuangan is Zhao Qingxue's father, and the leaders of these sacred lands, each with extraordinary powers, must surely know this. Hou Yuxiao had no doubt about it. When he saw that a piece of the Shen Zong treasure map was missing, the first thought that crossed Hou Yuxiao's mind was whether Lin Xuangan could have placed it on his daughter.

But he quickly dismissed this idea himself.

Five years ago on Wanglong Mountain, Lin Xuangan practically exchanged his life to ensure his daughter's smooth marriage. Even if Zhao Qingxue did not acknowledge him as a father, it was clear that Lin Xuangan's love for his daughter was unconditional.

How could Lin Xuangan, who so dearly loved his daughter, place something as dangerous as the Shen Zong treasure map fragment on her?

Wouldn't that harm her?

So it was impossible.

Then why would the leaders of these sacred lands propose giving him the Shen Zong treasure map, and why have they almost all agreed?

Was it easier to control him?

Hou Yuxiao suddenly looked up at the Wuwei King standing in the front, his expression immediately darkening. It was indeed the case.

The seven leaders of the sacred lands plus Wuwei King Hou Jing all possessed Martial Dao Saint cultivation. Throughout the world today, it seemed that Hexi was truly only second to the sacred lands in power.

"Gentlemen, Mr. Hou's strength is insufficient. How could I be qualified to safeguard such an important item? I implore all you seniors to find someone more suitable!"

Upon concluding this idea in his mind, Hou Yuxiao immediately spoke up to refuse.

Although this item seemed precious, it was like a ticking time bomb. Having it with him meant that the seven sacred lands, along with Hou Jing, would constantly keep an eye on him. Should any changes or new discoveries occur, Hexi would become the target of everyone's scrutiny.

Although he, like the others, had a deep desire for the path to Breakthrough Saint, he was well aware of Hexi's current status. At this stage, Hexi simply did not have the power to safeguard such an important treasure.

"Master of the Hou Family, you're too modest. Nowadays, there is no one more suitable than you."

"Indeed, this Shen Zong treasure map, besides you, no one else will do!"

"No need to say more, the Shen Zong treasure map can only be taken by you!"

......

Unfortunately, his refusal clearly had no effect.

The seven leaders of the sacred lands, except for Emperor Yuwen Dongdu of Jin, all expressed their votes, even Wuwei King Hou Jing chimed in to support Wei Xuheng's suggestion.

Hou Yuxiao realized he couldn't refuse and his expression darkened instantly.

Before he could speak again, Yuwen Dongdu seemed to agree as well, casually tossing the Shen Zong treasure map in his direction, with the small square seal landing right in front of him.

"With so many people agreeing, you can't refuse. Just take it!"

Hearing Yuwen Dongdu's undeniable words, Hou Yuxiao's face turned grim, but he had no choice but to accept the small square seal and keep it on himself.

"Mr. Hou states in advance, this Shen Zong treasure map is only placed on me. Any of the eight saints present here, if they personally come to retrieve it, Mr. Hou will offer it with both hands. If any other problems arise, Mr. Hou will bear no responsibility, and I hope you can all understand!"

This was the safest way Hou Yuxiao could think of to handle the treasure map. With all eight people present, anyone who came personally to ask for it would receive it, leaving no room for it to be taken away forcibly. If any of them harbored ill intentions, then it couldn't be blamed on him.

The eight people heard this, their expressions unchanged, evidently not taking Hou Yuxiao's words to heart. It made sense—although Hexi had been in the limelight lately, it still wasn't on the same level as them. At most, Hexi had gained a certain status because of its location, but it was only temporary and couldn't last long.

"In that case, this ceremony for establishing the church ends here. Whether to stay or leave is up to you, and I won't hold anyone back!"

With Long Yu's defeat, the ceremony for establishing the church ended, the Jin Emperor also arrived, and the Shen Zong treasure map, which the seven sacred lands had eagerly awaited, turned out to have such an unexpected result. Hearing Sikong Yue's words, everyone's expressions were somewhat uncomfortable.

Originally, Hou Yuxiao's mood should have been quite good, as the unresolved Shen Zong treasure map was more beneficial than harmful to him. After all, if there were a solution, he couldn't compete with the people in front of him at this moment.

But who could have predicted that the leaders of the seven sacred lands, along with Hou Jing, would carelessly place the Shen Zong treasure map on him, inevitably making him feel heavy-hearted.

Who knows what major incidents this precious item might cause in the future.

Hexi at present could not withstand the turmoil from these sacred land leaders.

"In that case, I shall not linger either. Farewell!"

"Ladies and gentlemen, let's meet another day."

"Goodbye, everyone."

"Emperor of Jin, I shall take my leave first!"

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Jing Yuanxiu, Xun Mu, Meng Qu, True Man Yu Tian, Wei Xuheng, and others left one after another, with Wuwei King following suit, and finally, even the Jin Emperor departed. Hou Yuxiao kept his brows furrowed, only awakening to his senses after everyone had left. He quickly stood and bowed slightly towards Sikong Yue, clasping his hands, saying: "Many thanks to Sikong Sect Leader for the kind invitation this time. Mr. Hou bids farewell, taking the first step."

After finishing, Hou Yuxiao immediately turned to leave, not out of fear, since with all the sacred lands gathered this time, the Rakshasa Holy Sect was unlikely to act rashly. The problem was, he didn't want to remain with Sikong Yue—this woman was too unpredictable.

Regrettably, the more he wanted to avoid it, the less things seemed to go his way.