Transmigrating as the Villain Father, Forcing the Protagonist’s Mother to Have Children
Chapter 157

Chapter 157

“Hongzhuang, what do you mean?”

Xiao Wanling’s heart pounded, but she still furrowed her brows in feigned confusion.

“That’s my line. What were you doing just now with my dad?”

Xu Hongzhuang’s expression was icy.

Buzz—

Xiao Wanling’s mind went blank.

Only one thought remained: She knows.

This was the moment she had feared most. No one would accept their best friend sleeping with their father. Even if Xu Hongzhuang didn’t skin her alive, their friendship would be over.

They had been inseparable since college, sharing every secret. The thought of losing that bond made Xiao Wanling panic.

“...Weren’t you asleep?” she stammered.

Xu Hongzhuang scoffed. “I’m in the entertainment industry. Even if I don’t act, I know how to pretend. I followed you the moment you left the room. Saw you walk into his bedroom...”

She trailed off, unable to continue.

“I knew something was off with you lately. That’s why I suggested sharing a bed tonight—to test you. And look what I caught you doing.”

Xiao Wanling finally understood. That’s why the sleepover invitation felt suspicious.

But then—

Her eyes widened.

Wait.

Xu Hongzhuang said she had followed her… all the way to Xu Hao’s room.

Knowing her best friend’s temper, why hadn’t she barged in immediately?

There was only one explanation.

She heard everything.

The realization hit Xiao Wanling like a lightning bolt. Her face burned crimson.

[Ding… Xiao Wanling is mortified. Emotional value +654…].

[Ding… Xiao Wanling wants to vanish. Emotional value +987…].

Xu Hongzhuang noticed her reaction and realized her slip-up. Flustered, she blurted, “I-I don’t know what you and Dad were doing! I didn’t hear a thing—”

Xiao Wanling: “...”

Silence fell. Only their frantic heartbeats echoed in the room.

Then Xu Hongzhuang snapped back to her senses.

Hold on.

She’s the one who seduced my dad! Why am I the one feeling guilty?

Her voice turned sharp. “Why would you do this? You know he’s my father! And with Su Mom pregnant, you just—”

“Seduced him?” Xiao Wanling blinked.

Memories flashed—her asking Xu Hao for tea lessons, their “close guidance,” the night in his study when things escalated.

Sure, she’d stood up during the lesson, and her figure was hard to resist… but it wasn’t one-sided. Xu Hao had reciprocated.

Calming down, she met Xu Hongzhuang’s glare. “Your father and I… we have real feelings.”

Xu Hongzhuang nearly choked.

Real feelings? What about Su Mom then?!

The person before her felt like a stranger.

“How could you? He’s my dad! Do you have no shame? What about Su Mom?”

Xiao Wanling rolled her eyes. “Why do you think I’ve been staying here? Sneaking to his room at night?”

“Su Yi knows. She’s the one who told me to go.”

Xu Hongzhuang’s jaw dropped.

What?!

Of all scenarios, she never imagined this.

“Explain. Now.”

Seeing her deadly serious expression, Xiao Wanling sighed. If she didn’t clarify, their friendship was truly over.

So she confessed.

It started before she even moved in—maybe earlier. Xu Hongzhuang had unknowingly invited the “wolf” into their home.

Su Wanqiu had discovered their relationship and invited Xiao Wanling to stay.

“Why?” Xu Hongzhuang demanded.

“Because she’s pregnant and can’t… keep up with your dad.” Xiao Wanling’s cheeks pinkened. “She needed… help.”

Xu Hongzhuang’s mind reeled.

Su Mom… arranged this?!

“Hongzhuang, I’m sorry for hiding it. But your father does care about all of you. That’s real too.”

Xu Hongzhuang exhaled heavily.

What could she even say? If Su Mom approved, who was she, as a daughter, to object?

“...Just get some rest. You’ve been up all night.”

Xiao Wanling blinked. She hadn’t slept, yet she felt more energized than ever.

Since taking Xu Hao’s Marrow-Cleansing Pill, her stamina had improved. But lately, being with him made her skin glow, her spirit brighter—as if reverse-aging.

(Unbeknownst to her, this was the effect of Xu Hao’s dual cultivation technique.)

“You… you’re not mad?” Xiao Wanling asked cautiously.

Xu Hongzhuang gave her a look. “Su Mom agreed. What can I do? Break you two up?”

Xiao Wanling squealed and hugged her. “Thank you! I was so scared you’d hate me!”

A faint, musky scent clung to her. Xu Hongzhuang stiffened, her pulse skipping.

“Don’t celebrate yet. I won’t interfere, but keep it discreet. If my sisters find out—”

“I promise!” Xiao Wanling beamed. Then, mischievously: “We’ll keep it separate—I’ll call you bestie, you call me stepmom—”

Xu Hongzhuang’s glare could freeze lava.

“Kidding!” Xiao Wanling laughed. “We’re still best friends.”

“But seriously… you’re not tired?” Xu Hongzhuang eyed her suspiciously.

“Not at all. I feel amazing!”

“...Are you sick?”

“It’s your dad’s doing. Is anything about him not miraculous?”

Xu Hongzhuang recalled his impossible skills, those magical pills…

But this?

“At first, I’d get tired,” Xiao Wanling mused. “But these past two months? I’m more energetic afterward.”

She grinned. “Look at my skin—smoother, right? And I swear I look younger!”

Xu Hongzhuang studied her. It was true—her complexion had improved.

“...Did Dad give you another pill?”

“Nope! It’s all from being with him.” Xiao Wanling’s eyes sparkled. “Imagine—if this keeps up, could I stay young forever?”

Xu Hongzhuang’s mind short-circuited.

What kind of absurdity is this?!

Xu Hongzhuang was utterly stunned.

What on earth was all this?

Eternal youth? Immortality?

But seeing that her best friend had indeed become somewhat younger...

Perhaps it was true.

Xu Hongzhuang’s heart raced.

What girl didn’t want to preserve her youth forever?

Immortality simply didn’t exist.

Yet, in her best friend, she saw a glimmer of possibility.

The thought of staying forever young just by being with her father…

Xu Hongzhuang’s eyes sparkled.

She shook her head, quickly dismissing the terrifying thought.

She shot her best friend an exasperated look.

“If you’re not sleeping, I am.”

Xu Hongzhuang lay down to rest.

But sleep wouldn’t come.

Her heartbeat didn’t slow—instead, it grew faster and faster.

And so, a seed was quietly planted…

The next morning,

Xu Hongzhuang looked exhausted.

In contrast, Xiao Wanling, despite working hard all night, was still radiant.

With a weight off her mind,

she couldn’t stop smiling.

She wanted to tell Xu Hao about it, to get her daughter’s approval.

But when she stepped out of the bedroom that morning, Xu Hongzhuang had warned her—don’t let Uncle Xu know.

Xiao Wanling had no choice but to reluctantly drop the matter…

During breakfast,

Xu Hongzhuang kept avoiding Xu Hao’s gaze,

unsure how to face him.

After all, she had discovered last night that her best friend and her father were… together.

[Ding… Xu Hongzhuang’s heart was in turmoil. Emotional value +789.].

The Xu family was still eating

when a luxury car pulled up at the villa’s entrance.

Yan Wumei, alluring and captivating, stepped out.

After informing the security guard at the gate, she entered the villa with her subordinate.

Considering how Luo Yan had disobeyed her yesterday and sneaked into the Xu residence,

she hadn’t brought him along today…

The woman accompanying her had short, ear-length hair and a cold expression.

Yan Wumei called her Xiao Qi.

Xiao Qi had been by her side ever since she arrived in Shanghai—

her most trusted confidante.

Little did Yan Wumei know,

a figure was stealthily trailing behind her.

None other than Luo Yan.

Now that he knew Xu Hao’s true nature, he couldn’t let Yan Wumei go to the Xu family alone.

What if Xu Hao made a move on her one day? His mission to protect her would fail.

Though Yan Wumei was strong, she was no match for a master at the Profound Realm.

So, when he saw her heading to the Xu residence, Luo Yan followed in secret,

planning to guard her from the shadows.

Yan Wumei had come to learn from Xu Hao.

Yesterday, he had only taught her hands-on and let her taste a lollipop.

Not only had she broken through to the late-stage Hidden Force,

but she had also learned new combat techniques—

a small but significant boost to her strength…

And that was just one lesson.

If she trained under Xu Hao for a while,

could she become as invincible as Xu Feiyan, dominating opponents even across realms?

Yan Wumei was eager.

If she reached the Profound Realm—no, even just the peak of Hidden Force—

she could crush those two rival factions even if they joined forces.

As for the… awkward aspects of Xu Hao’s teaching methods,

Yan Wumei decided to endure it.

From yesterday’s experience, Xu Hao had shown restraint.

Besides, he had trained his daughters for so long without any incidents.

She trusted his character.

And Xu Hao did not disappoint.

After breakfast, he personally taught her some techniques.

Testing was inevitable…

This time, when Yan Wumei felt that strange sensation, she didn’t let her thoughts wander too much. Blushing, she focused on learning.

By the time the hands-on lesson ended, it was nearly noon.

Yan Wumei declined the invitation to stay for lunch and hurried back.

In the car, she scolded herself for being careless.

Knowing full well how his teaching worked, why had she worn a skirt?

Now she had to go back and change.

She hoped Xu Hao hadn’t noticed anything.

But of course, Xu Hao had noticed.

At least, that was Luo Yan’s assumption.

Seeing Yan Wumei’s dazed, watery eyes,

even he could tell she was overwhelmed.

How could Xu Hao, that seasoned warrior, not know?

Damn it all.

Watching Xu Hao tease the woman he loved,

while he could only stand by helplessly in the shadows, it drove him mad with frustration.

That afternoon—

Xu Hao arrived at the Chu Corporation.

In the office, he met his enchanting sister-in-law…