Cao Chuan was stunned for a moment, then simply smiled without explaining, “Congratulations, you’ve learned to answer ahead of time.”
As he spoke, he looked at Song Keran’s flustered eyes and added, “Hurry up and clean yourself up. You’re coming with me to the family meeting hall.”
Without waiting for her response, he left the study and headed straight for the washroom to tidy up his appearance.
Looking into the mirror at the tall, over-1.85-meter frame and that striking, noble-looking face—nearly on par with those dashing top-tier male leads—he couldn’t help but grin.
‘Looks like my starting point isn’t too bad.’
‘The eldest son of Zhonghai’s number one family, the Cao Family—tall, imposing, good-looking. Apart from being set up as a bootlicker and not well-liked within the family, there’s really nothing wrong with this setup.’
After chuckling, he quickly adjusted his clothing and took the opportunity to open his system interface.
[Villain System]
Host: Cao Chuan
Gender: Male
Identity: Eldest son of the Cao Family in Zhonghai, graduate of Zhonghai University of Finance and Economics, CEO and legal representative of Baichuan Investment LLC, fiancé of Ye Shuang’er, heiress of the Ye Family.
Age: 25
Height: 186.8 cm
Weight: 82.9 kg
Physical Condition: 70 (Strong)
Note: Below 60 = unhealthy; 60 = normal; 70 = strong; 80 = muscle-builder; 90 = elite; 99 = world-class athlete; 100 = perfect (peak human).
Appearance: 90 (Out of 100 – exclusive to readers of this novel)
Charisma: 70 (Out of 100 – exclusive to readers of this novel)
Current Villain Points: 6,000 (Can draw twice)
Inventory: Empty
…
‘Just the first half of the first plot sequence after transmigrating and I’ve already earned 6,000 villain points. Not bad at all.’
Cao Chuan nodded, then directly opened the system’s lottery interface.
A giant golden spinning wheel appeared in his mind.
A prompt followed:
Rules:
One draw costs 3,000 villain points
No daily draw limit
Guaranteed minimum value of 100 million yuan for rewards
Would the host like to draw now?
Cao Chuan chose: Yes.
The golden wheel spun immediately.
Golden light flashed for a while before the wheel gradually stopped. The pointer landed on a prize.
[Physique Enhancement Potion (Standard) x1: Permanently increases physical strength by 10 points (Max limit: 99 points)]
A system prompt followed: [Would the host like to use it now?]
“Use it.”
As soon as Cao Chuan gave the command, a cool and refreshing sensation flooded his entire body.
It felt as if countless soft, cold little hands were massaging every inch of his body, giving him the most luxurious full-body spa experience.
By the time the feeling faded, his physique had noticeably changed. His muscles had bulked up and become more defined and powerful.
Cao Chuan tested his body a bit.
A full-force punch echoed with a fierce whoosh of air.
If Cao Hai dared to mess with him again, one slap would be enough to knock him out.
Physical Strength 70—he was now a true muscle-builder!
Satisfied, Cao Chuan took a moment to adjust, then turned his attention back to the lottery page.
Another draw.
The golden wheel spun once more.
After a while, it stopped again.
[Congratulations, Host. You have won: Memory Enhancement +20%]
The moment the pointer stopped, a warm sensation spread through his brain.
It felt like his brain was soaking in a comforting, warm sea.
Many small plot details he had read from the original novel but hadn’t paid much attention to now resurfaced in vivid detail.
“Not bad. That’s another very practical reward.”
Cao Chuan’s thoughts surged as he processed the rewards. Next came the scene where Cao Chuan’s father, Cao Chuan’s father, would summon both him and Cao Hai to assess their investment insight—one of the decisive moments that would influence the Cao Family heir decision.
According to the original plot, Cao Hai had already been briefed by Lin Wanrong and had prepared a flawless answer.
Cao Chuan, however, gave a weaker answer and missed the opportunity, ultimately falling behind and losing the inheritance.
‘There’s no changing the answer Lin Wanrong gave Cao Hai.’
‘Even if I rushed ahead and gave their answer first, it wouldn’t put me above them.’
‘The only way is to take a different approach—propose an even better investment plan.’
…
‘This novel may be a female-oriented business story, but the setting is a fictional modern city.’
‘To enhance realism, the author deliberately tied parts of the plot to current events during serialization.’
‘I’ve got it!’
‘Later in the story, after Lin Wanrong fully controls the Cao Family and rises in status, a massive business opportunity emerges linked to real-world trends. I can use that to my advantage…’
Thanks to his enhanced memory, Cao Chuan quickly pieced together his plan.
After confirming in the mirror that his attire was in order, he left the washroom.
By then, Song Keran had already tidied herself up and resumed her usual cool secretary demeanor.
She had even reapplied her lipstick.
Cao Chuan grinned upon seeing this. Ignoring her awkward expression, he led her straight toward the largest, tallest, and most luxurious villa at the center of the three main villas in the Cao Family Estate.
“Young Master!”
Seeing him approach, the servant at the door immediately bowed respectfully and opened the villa door for him.
“Mm.” Cao Chuan gave a slight nod, then strode inside with Song Keran.
The Cao Family’s meeting hall was the reception hall of Cao Chuan’s father’s villa.
It covered over 100 square meters with ceilings over 7 meters high. Beyond its spaciousness and comfort, the interior was extravagantly decorated.
The velvet carpet was top-tier. The central sofa and tea table were made from century-old huanghuali wood. Every detail and ornament in the room was crafted by famous designers.
It was said the total furnishing cost alone exceeded 200 million yuan.
Cao Chuan stepped in with Song Keran, planning to admire the grandeur a little—only for a voice to ring out at the worst possible moment.
“Young Master, don’t you think this is too much? Young Master Hai’s face is already swollen.”