Transmigrating as the Villain Father, Forcing the Protagonist's Mother to Have Children-Chapter 56

Chapter 56

Third Floor –

Inside Xu Hao’s private cabin—

After listening to Zheng Feifan’s piano performance, the sisters were visibly shocked.

They instinctively turned to look at Xu Hao.

He was right.

That man, dressed like a beggar, actually played better than the renowned piano master.

They recalled Xu Hao’s words from earlier—

“Don’t be deceived by appearances. Sometimes, what you see isn’t the truth...”

Xu Hao had spoken with deep meaning, making the sisters wonder—

Could there be a hidden reason for the way he treated them before?

Otherwise, how could they explain his sudden change in attitude toward them?

Xu Hongzhuang’s expression was complicated.

On stage, her idol—Piano Master Edward—was kneeling before Zheng Feifan, asking to be his student.

She felt a sense of disappointment.

She had attended the concert today to gain inspiration from Edward’s performance, hoping to break through her bottleneck.

But now, seeing him kneel before someone else, she felt like her idol had fallen apart.

Xu Hao scanned the room.

It was about time for him to make his move.

He pulled his hands away from the twin sisters’ embrace and stood up.

The women looked at him in confusion as he walked toward the piano.

“Dad, what are you doing?”

Xu Shiqing and Xu Huayi looked surprised.

“Could it be…?”

They thought of Xu Hao’s skills in painting and calligraphy.

Could he also play the piano?

The two clenched their fists, their cheeks slightly flushed with excitement.

Inside his mind, Xu Hao browsed through the famous piano pieces from his past life.

He finally settled on a legendary masterpiece—

“Symphony of Fate.”

This piece reflected the class struggles of its time.

With his grandmaster-level piano skills, Xu Hao made subtle refinements before performing it.

As his fingers danced across the keys, his refined and gentle aura became even more noble.

The sudden piano melody stunned the crowd.

Who was playing?

There was no one at the piano on stage…

The host, who was aware of the situation, quickly stepped forward to explain.

Only then did the audience realize that a VIP guest was inspired and had decided to perform a piece for them.

The rhythmic melody flowed into their ears—

Urgent, passionate, and unrestrained.

Everyone was enthralled, as if they had been transported into an illusion.

The music told a tale of hardship and despair, of a life shrouded in hopelessness—

Yet one that never yielded, always fighting for freedom and dreams.

As the final note fell—

A deafening silence enveloped the hall.

It was so quiet that even a pin drop could be heard.

Shock.

An unprecedented level of shock.

No one had expected that a piano piece could reach such heights—

That it could stir their emotions so intensely, pulling them into its world.

Then, as if a storm had broken through—

The hall erupted into thunderous applause.

“My God! Who played that? That was a divine composition!”

“This piece is incredible! I could picture a figure standing firm in despair, fighting tirelessly for their dreams.”

“I’ve never heard this before… Is it an original piece?”

“This is unbelievable. I thought Edward’s performance alone was worth the trip…”

“But now we got to hear not one, but two masterpieces! Especially this last one—who on earth played it?”

“Do we really have such a musical genius among us? I have to meet them!”

“Compared to this, Edward—an international piano master—looks like a child playing house.”

“I declare this person the greatest pianist of our time!”

All sense of restraint was thrown aside as the crowd buzzed with excitement.

The entire hall was in chaos—

Everyone was desperate to know who the mysterious performer was.

Edward, the internationally renowned piano master, could no longer contain his excitement.

His entire body trembled as he scanned the third-floor VIP boxes.

He had to find this master and become their disciple.

The one who composed and played this divine piece was far beyond his lifetime of achievements.

Beside him, Zheng Feifan’s face had gone stiff.

His expression turned sour.

Just moments ago, everyone had been singing his praises.

Now, all their attention had shifted to someone else—

They didn’t even spare him a glance.

His gaze drifted—

He spotted Xiao Wanling, her face filled with awe and admiration.

She looked like she was dying to meet the person who played that piece.

Zheng Feifan’s heart instantly sank.

Damn it… Who ruined my moment?!

【Ding… Zheng Feifan is furious! Emotion Value +645…】

【Ding… Xiao Wanling feels admiration! Emotion Value +352…】

【Ding… Xu Hongzhuang is deeply shaken! Emotion Value +726…】

【Ding…】

Watching the emotion values flood in, Xu Hao was more than satisfied.

He had just harvested a huge wave of points—

Now he could go back and draw prizes again.

“Hmm?”

Xu Hao noticed something interesting.

Two new names had appeared in the emotion value notifications.

He knew who Zheng Feifan was.

But Xiao Wanling?

He suddenly recalled Zheng Feifan’s background investigation.

Xiao Wanling was his landlord—

And a stunning beauty.

A female lead, without a doubt.

It wasn’t just the audience who were in shock.

Su Wanqiu, Xu Shiqing, and Xu Huayi were completely dumbfounded.

Xu Hao’s piano skills had reached an otherworldly level.

Xu Huayi clenched her fists excitedly.

“I knew it! Dad really can play the piano! And he’s amazing!”

“Is there anything Dad can’t do?” Xu Shiqing murmured.

Su Wanqiu learned from her two daughters that Xu Hao was highly skilled in painting and calligraphy.

But this was her first time witnessing his incredible piano skills.

The shock she felt was beyond words.

Xu Hongzhuang was even more astonished.

She had already noticed that Xu Hao, once a cold and indifferent father, had changed.

He had started treating their mother kindly and even looking after their younger sister.

That was why she hadn’t moved out and still stayed at home.

If Xu Hao had remained the same as before, she wouldn’t have stayed a second longer.

But she never expected such a drastic change in him.

No—rather, he was simply no longer hiding it.

Painting, calligraphy, and piano were not skills that could be mastered overnight.

Xu Hao had always possessed these talents; he had just been concealing them all along.

But… why?

Was it really as he had hinted earlier?

Had there been another reason behind his past coldness toward them?

The thought seemed almost laughable.

She had once idolized Edward and had even attended the concert just to seek a breakthrough in piano.

Yet she never realized that a true master was living under the same roof.

Compared to Xu Hao’s performance, what was Edward even worth?

From Xu Hao’s piano piece, she had already gained some insight.

However, the feeling of breaking through was still elusive, slipping just beyond her grasp.

If she could listen to it a few more times, or better yet, receive Xu Hao’s guidance…

Her piano skills would surely reach new heights.

But the thought of asking her emotionally distant father for help made Xu Hongzhuang hesitate.

“Snap out of it. The concert is over, we should head back.”

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Xu Hao gestured for the dazed women to follow.

“Dad, you’re amazing…”

Xu Huayi rushed over, stood on her tiptoes, and planted a kiss on his cheek.

Xu Shiqing’s eyes were also filled with admiration.

Xu Hao smiled calmly.

“Basic skills, nothing special.”

As he led his family downstairs, a crowd blocked their path.

Everyone wanted to see the pianist who had played that legendary piece.

When they saw Xu Hao and his group, they were visibly surprised.

There was no doubt—they had come from the VIP box.

Which meant the pianist was among them.

The host pushed through the crowd, his face brimming with excitement as he approached Xu Hao with great respect.

“Mr. Xu, please don’t mind them. Everyone is just curious about the pianist…”

“May I ask, who was the one playing that masterpiece just now?”

Faced with the sea of eager faces, Xu Hao smiled faintly.

“That piece was composed in a burst of inspiration by my daughter, Xu Hongzhuang.”

As he spoke, he pointed at Xu Hongzhuang, who stood there in complete confusion.

In this world, which blended elements from various novels, he was a villain. He had to stay low-key.

The higher the profile, the sooner one met their end.

You never knew when a protagonist might appear, see your actions as villainous, and ‘deliver justice.’

By pushing the fame onto his daughter, he ensured his safety.

After all, protagonists had a common trait—whenever they saw a beautiful woman, they couldn’t help but be drawn in…

Xu Hongzhuang was utterly dumbfounded.

Who am I?

Where am I?

What am I supposed to do?

She could already imagine how this masterpiece would explode across the internet.

The composer would become famous overnight.

Why was Xu Hao giving up such a golden opportunity and handing it to her instead?

She wanted to ask, but when she saw Xu Hao wink at her, she swallowed her words.

Su Wanqiu, Shiqing, and Huayi were also puzzled at first.

But then they understood.

Xu Hao wasn’t just a piano genius—he was also a master of painting and calligraphy.

If he hadn’t recently started revealing his skills, even they wouldn’t have known.

Clearly, he didn’t want to expose himself.

So, he let Xu Hongzhuang take the credit.

And with the reputation of CEO Xu Hao backing the claim, no one would question it.

The crowd erupted in excitement.

They had all wanted to see the composer of the masterpiece.

They never expected it to be a young woman in her early twenties.

A woman, at just twenty-something, had surpassed an international piano master.

If this news spread, it would take the internet by storm.

“Unbelievable… is this what the world of geniuses looks like? She’s only in her twenties and has already surpassed an international piano master.”

“Who says women can’t match men? The world of piano finally has a female virtuoso, far ahead of the rest.”

“Wait… she looks familiar. Oh! I remember now! That’s Xu Hongzhuang! She not only plays the piano but also sings!”

“I know her too! She’s composed some great piano pieces before, but none as mind-blowing as today’s.”

“This must be an epiphany! No wonder Mr. Xu called it an ‘inspiration burst’…”

“She was already somewhat famous before, but now it’s different. Once this masterpiece is released, she’s going to be a superstar.”

People who recognized Xu Hongzhuang grew even more excited.

They pulled out paper and pens, eager to get her autograph.

If they missed this chance, they might never get another.

The host, trying to contain his excitement, took a deep breath before asking,

“Miss Xu, may we know the name of this masterpiece?”

How would I know?!

Xu Hongzhuang instinctively turned to Xu Hao.

Xu Hao mouthed a few words.

Xu Hongzhuang read his lips and blurted out—

“Symphony of Fate.”

As soon as the name was spoken, another wave of discussion erupted.

It perfectly fit the emotions they had felt while listening to the piece—

A struggle against fate, an unyielding spirit.

“Alright, please clear a path. We’re heading home.”

Xu Hao stopped the host, who was ready to keep talking endlessly.

The host still had many questions, but since Xu Hao had spoken, he had no choice but to comply.

Just as he was about to call security to disperse the crowd, an old man rushed over in a hurry.

It was none other than the renowned pianist, Edward.

Panting, he ran up and, with a loud thud, dropped to his knees before Xu Hongzhuang.

“Respected lady, I wish to learn piano from you. Please accept me as your disciple!”

The scene was all too familiar.

But this time, the crowd was no longer as shocked or incredulous as before.

Previously, they had found it absurd when that beggar, Zheng Feifan, knelt down.

But Xu Hongzhuang was different.

Her piano skills were undoubtedly far superior to Edward’s.

It made perfect sense for him to want to learn from her.

Xu Hongzhuang was momentarily dazed.

Looking at the man she had once idolized kneeling before her, she felt a wave of mixed emotions.

But instead of joy or pride, all she felt was… boredom.

This is it?

And he dares to call himself a piano master?

Someone like him could never be her idol.

Her real idol was…

A figure surfaced in her mind—Xu Hao.

On a distant high platform, Zheng Feifan watched the scene unfold, feeling somewhat bitter.

This moment of glory should have belonged to him.

Yet now… everyone only remembered Xu Hongzhuang.

He was nothing but a shadow.

Was he furious?

Not really.

The reason was simple—Xu Hongzhuang was a stunning beauty.

She was just as attractive as his gorgeous landlady, Xiao Wanling, if not more.

If he had lost to a man, he wouldn’t accept it.

But losing to a woman? He had no complaints.

After rejecting Edward’s request to become her disciple, Xu Hongzhuang and her group walked outside.

Out of the corner of her eye, she spotted a familiar figure, and her heart leaped with joy.

She walked over.

“Wanling, what are you doing here?”

“I came specifically to see you, the great piano master, perform,” Xiao Wanling teased, her expression exaggerated with a hint of mischief in her eyes.

Xiao Wanling was both Xu Hongzhuang’s classmate and her best friend.

Even after graduation, they had remained in close contact.

And she knew very well what her friend’s actual musical level was.

One thing was certain—

That legendary piece, Symphony of Fate, was definitely not composed by Xu Hongzhuang.

After closely observing Xu Hongzhuang’s subtle eye contact with her father, Xu Hao, she instantly understood.

The real composer was him.

He had simply handed the credit to his daughter.

Sure enough, when she noticed Xu Hongzhuang’s slightly unnatural expression, her suspicions were confirmed.

Her curious gaze landed on Xu Hao.

She couldn’t help but wonder—

How had this man, who looked so young despite having seven daughters, lived his life?

How had he composed such a powerful piece, one that refused to bow to fate?

As Xiao Wanling studied Xu Hao, he was also analyzing her.

[Character]: Xiao Wanling

[Identity]: Landlady, Female Lead of Urban Flower Guardian

[Charm]: 93 (Max: 100)

[Strength]: 10 (Average: 10)

[Constitution]: 11 (Average: 10)

[Spirit]: 10 (Average: 10)

[Affection]: 20

Not bad, not bad—another fresh “crop” had arrived.

And judging by the situation, she was his daughter’s best friend.

Which meant… double the fun.