Transmigrating as the Villain Father, Forcing the Protagonist’s Mother to Have Children

Chapter 57

Xu Hongzhuang and Xiao Wanling, two close friends, were chatting.

At that moment, Xu Hao and his group happened to pass by.

“Hongzhuang, is this your friend? Why not invite her over?”

Looking at the handsome and mature man standing so close, Xiao Wanling couldn’t believe he was Xu Hongzhuang’s father.

“Hello, Uncle. I’m Hongzhuang’s classmate and best friend…”

Since the whole family was present, Xu Hongzhuang had no choice but to introduce everyone.

When she introduced Su Wanqiu as Xu Hao’s wife, Xiao Wanling felt a tinge of disappointment.

Such a charming, mature man was already married?

It would be great if he were single.

If Xu Hongzhuang knew what her best friend was thinking, their friendship would be over…

I considered you my best friend, but you want to be my stepmom?

After learning that the adorable twins, Shiqing and Huayi, were Xu Hongzhuang’s sisters, Xiao Wanling smiled warmly at them like an older sister.

After some small talk, Xu Hongzhuang said goodbye to her friend.

Xiao Wanling, however, accepted Xu Hao’s invitation to visit their home.

She was intrigued—his piano playing had such depth. She wanted to understand this man up close.

But it was too late today; it wasn’t appropriate.

She promised to visit another day.

As soon as they got into the car, Xu Hongzhuang couldn’t hold back her curiosity.

“Why did you do that?”

She was confused.

That masterpiece was clearly composed and performed by Xu Hao.

Why would he give the credit to her?

Hearing her accusatory tone, the twin sisters immediately jumped to their father’s defense.

“Third Sister, how can you talk to Dad like that?”@@novelbin@@

“Yeah, Third Sister! Didn’t you always want to be a big star? After today, you’ll be famous! Instead of thanking Dad, you’re questioning him?”

“Exactly, Hongzhuang. Your father did this for your own good. He would never harm you.”

Su Wanqiu also tried to persuade her.

She had promised Xu Hao last night that she would speak well of him in front of Xu Hongzhuang.

Xu Hongzhuang ignored them. She bit her lip, her eyes filled with determination.

Yes, she wanted to become a star and needed fame.

Right now, she was only somewhat well-known.

If she took credit for performing Symphony of Fate, she would become a sensation.

But…

If this was just charity from Xu Hao, she would rather not have it.

Xu Hao knew exactly what his stubborn daughter was thinking.

Of course, he wouldn’t admit that he did it on purpose.

“Hongzhuang, you know who I am—a billionaire CEO. What would people think if I went around playing the piano like an entertainer?”

Xu Hao sighed and continued, “I have to maintain my image in front of my employees. If people found out, I’d be treated like a celebrity, and that wouldn’t be good for business…”

That made sense.

A billionaire CEO managing a massive company—if people knew he was a piano virtuoso, how many fans would he attract?

Would he even be able to focus on work?

Xu Hongzhuang pursed her lips.

Something still didn’t add up. She asked, “If you didn’t want to reveal your identity, then why did you play just now?”

“Oh, that?” Xu Hao paused. “When I saw those kids performing one after another in the private box, I suddenly had the urge to play.”

He continued after a moment, “Sorry, Hongzhuang. Since I can’t reveal my identity, I had no choice but to use you as a shield.”

“Dad, what are you saying? What shield? You clearly helped Third Sister gain fame!”

“Yeah, Third Sister! You’re Dad’s daughter! What’s wrong with helping him out? Besides, this only benefits you!”

Seeing their father being “bullied,” Shiqing and Huayi immediately took his side.

Xu Hao’s explanation made sense.

He had extraordinary piano skills but couldn’t reveal his identity.

Seeing those young performers getting all the attention, he got excited and couldn’t help but play a piece.

Xu Hongzhuang suddenly felt ashamed.

She had thought Xu Hao was manipulating her, just like he did with the twins.

That he saw her struggling to become a star and had “graciously” given her fame out of pity.

“I’m sorry.”

Xu Hongzhuang wasn’t stubborn to a fault. She knew when she was wrong and apologized.

This was also the first time she had ever lowered her head to Xu Hao.

“Now that’s the right attitude. Admitting your mistakes makes you a good girl.”

Xu Huayi gave Xu Hongzhuang a thumbs-up.

Shiqing and Su Wanqiu exchanged glances, then smiled.

Xu Hongzhuang’s willingness to soften was a good sign.

She was one step closer to coming home.

Xu Hao was driving. From the angle they couldn’t see, his lips curled into a slight smile.

He had planned everything.

Making her famous was just the beginning.

After gaining fame, if she lacked the ability to produce new works, she would be in an awkward position.

She wouldn’t allow that to happen.

She would have no choice but to turn to him for help.

And how would he help?

By guiding her personally, step by step.

When that time came, the two of them would sit at the piano together, his hands guiding hers…

Everything was falling into place.

Before the Xu family even arrived home, a news article had already gone viral.

It quickly dominated the trending lists on all major platforms.

“[Shanghai Music Hall Witnesses a Legendary Piece—A Composition Surpassing the World’s Greatest Works: Symphony of Fate!]”

“[International Piano Master Edward Kneels Before a Young Woman, Begging to Be Her Disciple!]”

“[The Youngest Piano Maestro in History Is Born!]”

The concert hall had surveillance cameras and audio recordings.

The performance of Symphony of Fate was captured and uploaded online, instantly setting the internet ablaze.

“This sounds incredible! I feel completely immersed in the music—it’s so powerful!”

“The emotional depth in this piece… Unbelievable! A woman in her twenties composed this?”

“Is Xu Hongzhuang in the entertainment industry? Why haven’t I heard of her before? She only has a few hundred thousand followers—I need to follow her now before she blows up!”

Netizens quickly found Xu Hongzhuang’s social media account and flooded her with follows.

She had built her fanbase solely on her musical talent—no networking, no gimmicks.

Her original few hundred thousand followers were hard-earned.

But after the trending news exploded, her follower count skyrocketed.

1 million… 2 million… 3 million…

It wasn’t until she surpassed 10 million followers that the growth finally slowed, though it was still increasing steadily.

As soon as the Xu family stepped into their home, Xu Huayi gasped.

“Look at the news! Third Sister, you’re really famous now!”

Hearing that, Xu Shiqing immediately grabbed her phone.

Sure enough, multiple headlines about Xu Hongzhuang filled the trending lists.

Xu Hongzhuang logged into her social media account.

Staring at her follower count, which was increasing at an insane rate, she was speechless.

She had worked hard for years to gain a few hundred thousand followers.

Now, in less than an hour, she had surpassed 10 million…

All because Xu Hao had made her the “scapegoat.”

It felt surreal.

[Seven Fairies Group Chat – WeChat]

Technology Is the First Productive Force: “@I’m Really Not a Star, Third Sis, what’s going on? Did you really compose Symphony of Fate?”

Traditional Medicine YYDS: “I’m listening to it right now! It’s mesmerizing! Third Sis, you’re amazing! You’re really going to be a superstar now!”

Call Me Your Queen: “Being a star? What’s the point? You still have to perform for others. If you want power, be a queen—control other people’s destinies.”

All I Want Is Money: “?”

I’m Really Not a Superstar: That wasn’t my composition, nor did I perform it. It was Xu Hao…

Little Girl Selling Nukes: That’s right! You all didn’t see it, but at that moment, Dad was really handsome. He was amazing.

Drawing a Circle to Curse You: I don’t even know if there’s anything Dad can’t do. Maybe there was another reason why he treated us that way before. If you don’t believe us, at least trust Third Sister. Dad treats her well too.

Technology is the First Productive Force: He really composed and performed Fate Symphony? Are you guys trying to trick us?

Call Me Your Queen: You two little traitors! What happened to our united front, our lifelong resistance? Not only did you betray the organization, but now you’re acting like spies.

Little Girl Selling Nukes: Fifth Sister, stop messing around outside and come back home. Let Dad teach you a few tricks—guaranteed, you’ll dominate the underworld.

All I Want is Money: Wait, let me process this. I just checked the trending topics. Even if Fate Symphony was composed by Xu Hao…

He said he didn’t want to reveal his piano skills because of his status, fearing it would attract fans and cause trouble. That’s such a weak excuse. Third Sister, you’re not actually forgiving him, are you?

I’m Really Not a Superstar: No way. I will never forget his cold and ruthless face. Even if I die—die out on the streets, jump from the 30th floor—I will never forgive him.

Hearing Xu Hongzhuang say this, her four sisters, who were all in different locations, finally let out a sigh of relief.

The two younger sisters had already defected. If even Xu Hongzhuang switched sides, their strength would weaken even further.

This was proof of Xu Hao’s brilliance.

He didn’t just win over his daughter with a single favor.

Instead, he used strategy upon strategy, traps within traps, making it impossible to guard against.

Even his sharp-witted daughters, including Xu Hongzhuang herself, hadn’t realized it yet.

Drawing a Circle to Curse You: Sisters, don’t be so against Dad. He really has changed!

You have been muted by the group owner for three minutes!

Little Girl Selling Nukes: Hahaha… I’m dying of laughter.

You have been muted by the group owner for three minutes!

In the Courtyard

Xu Hao hadn’t gone to find the “gorgeous stepmother” yet. Instead, he went to the courtyard alone to draw a lottery.

He glanced at his system’s emotion points.

A whopping 120,000.

After hesitating for a moment over the premium lottery, he gave up and decided to go for a twelve-draw pull.

The premium lottery had a much higher chance of getting good rewards, even special abilities.

But those weren’t particularly useful. If he drew another ability like teleportation, it would be pointless without increasing his mental power…

“System, draw.”

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won 5 free attribute points…]

Not bad.

Next!

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a character—one Ming Jin Early-Stage Deathguard…]

(A Deathguard: 100% loyalty and will appear before the host at the appropriate time.)

Xu Hao’s eyes flashed with excitement.

Finally, something interesting.

He was already a billionaire, in peak health, and had regained his youth. He lacked nothing—except capable subordinates.

Without trustworthy men, handling things would be much more inconvenient.

He needed more subordinates.

Why bother scheming to win over the protagonist’s brotherhood?

If it came to it, he’d just crush them all directly.

Unfortunately, the guard was only at the early Ming Jin stage. Hopefully, there would be more surprises.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a skill—Music (Master Level)…]

A flood of knowledge filled his mind.

This kind of memory infusion didn’t affect him at all.

In an instant, he had mastered pronunciation, vocal techniques, and more.

Another useless skill.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won 3 free attribute points…]

Why was the number decreasing?

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a special ability—”Overpowering Kidney Strength”…]

What the hell?

Was this kidney thing even normal?

While he was still wondering, a warm current surged around his kidneys, seemingly enhancing and reconstructing them.

About a minute later, it was over.

He felt a boundless energy.

Could this turn him into a perpetual motion machine?

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a character—one Ming Jin Early-Stage Deathguard…]

Good, that made two.

The more, the better.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won an item—A brand-new Steinway grand piano…]

Steinway was a top-tier piano brand.

A new model like this was worth millions.

Why did the system give him this?

Was he supposed to just sit around at home and play the piano for fun?

With all this time, wouldn’t seducing the beautiful stepmother be a better use of it?

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a character—one Ming Jin Mid-Stage Deathguard…]

Mid-stage Ming Jin?

Nice, a surprise after all.

Currently, Xu Hao himself was only at the mid-stage Ming Jin level.

This guy might even surpass him.

Then again, Xu Hao didn’t think he was weaker.

After all, he had Grandmaster-Level Close Combat, which compensated for any gaps in strength and physique.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won +1 Charm…]

So charm couldn’t be increased with free attribute points—it had to be obtained through the lottery.

With higher charm, he could attract more female leads, who in turn provided emotional points. Not bad.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won a skill—Tea Art (God-Level)…]

As soon as the system announced the reward, a flood of knowledge filled his mind.

It covered everything from warming the cup, adding tea leaves, awakening the tea, and brewing techniques—deeply embedded in his memory.

This skill was somewhat useful. He could brew himself some nice tea in his free time.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won 5 free attribute points…]

5 points—not bad.

[Ding… Congratulations! You have won two Ming Jin Early-Stage Deathguards…]

Two more?

Now he had four early-stage and one mid-stage.

At this point, he had his own Four Heavenly Kings.

With five deathguards, he could finally alleviate the issue of having no subordinates.

Setting those thoughts aside for now, Xu Hao focused on allocating his points.

In this draw, he had gained 13 free attribute points.

He wasn’t afraid of Chen Mo, and Zheng Feifan wouldn’t be able to trace him for now, so he could afford to relax a little.

He allocated 5 points to strength.

Then, he added 3 points to physique and 5 points to mental power.

Swish swish swish…

A surge of warm energy washed through his body.

Once everything settled, Xu Hao felt significantly stronger.

He checked his stats panel.

[Character]: Xu Hao

[Identity]: Xu Group Mastermind

[Charm]: 93 (Max: 100)

[Strength]: 70 (Ming Jin Mid-Stage)

[Physique]: 36 (Average Human: 10)

[Mental Power]: 35 (Average Human: 10)

[Skills]: Grandmaster Close Combat, Grandmaster Painting, God-Level Calligraphy, Grandmaster Piano, Master-Level Music, God-Level Tea Art

[Items]: Desert Eagle

[Special Abilities]: Portable Space (1 cubic meter), Teleportation, Overpowering Kidney Strength

[Emotion Points]: 3,086

[Free Attribute Points]: 0