Wei Yumeng had a feeling she was being watched.
This had been going on for several days. Whenever she went out, it felt as if a pair of eyes were on her.
But when she turned around, she could never find the owner of those eyes.
Feeling worried, Wei Yumeng decided to tell Zhan Mohan about the situation.
"You mean you feel like someone is tracking you?" Zhan Mohan's tone held a hint of danger.
No matter who it was, he wouldn't allow Wei Yumeng to be harmed.
Wei Yumeng nodded. "But I don't think I've offended anyone recently, or rather, I don't sense any danger from that gaze."
Zhan Mohan pondered for a moment and then said, "I'll assign a few more bodyguards to follow you these few days. Your safety will be guaranteed."
Wei Yumeng waved her hand. "That's not what I meant. Perhaps things aren't as dire as they seem."
She wasn't accustomed to having bodyguards follow her everywhere she went.
Given the children's special circumstances, it was one thing, but she herself didn't want to be treated as extraordinary.
But Zhan Mohan looked at her with utmost seriousness. "No matter what the situation is, I won't allow you to suffer any harm. Even if it's just to put my mind at ease, you must take them with you."
Wei Yumeng looked into Zhan Mohan's eyes and finally relented.
"However, once it's confirmed there's nothing, don't let them follow me anymore."
Zhan Mohan readily agreed. "As you wish."
Perhaps it was indeed the bodyguards' deterrence that worked, as Wei Yumeng didn't feel watched for the next few days.
She also successfully escaped the fate of being tailed by bodyguards.
She even began to suspect that perhaps it had all just been her imagination before.
Just as she let her guard down, an accident occurred.
Wei Yumeng had only intended to go to the supermarket to buy some things, but unexpectedly, she encountered several men on the way. Before she could react, she was pulled directly into a car.
Could someone still be trying to make a move on her?
Wei Yumeng looked at the people in the car, her eyes filled with caution.
Her hand rested on the phone in her pocket, ready to call the police if the situation turned for the worse.
But seeing Wei Yumeng's nervous state, the other party suddenly spoke, "I apologize, Mrs. Zhan. I believe our actions may have frightened you."
Wei Yumeng was somewhat bewildered. Were kidnappers this polite these days?
And the other party seemed to know her identity quite well.
Seeing Wei Yumeng's continued nervousness, the man realized he hadn't introduced himself.
"Mrs. Zhan, I am actually a director from Huayi Film and Television. I've had my eye on you for a long time. I feel that you have a similar aura to the female lead in our new film, so I hope you can participate in this production."
Hearing this, Wei Yumeng was still unsure. Was it truly just for this reason?
As he spoke, he handed Wei Yumeng a business card. "I apologize, I think our actions were indeed rather abrupt, but we've always wanted to discuss this matter with you, but we haven't found a suitable opportunity. Coupled with the fact that you had bodyguards following you recently, we were even more hesitant to approach."
"So, the people who were following me before were also you?" Wei Yumeng asked.
The other party nodded. "Indeed, they were."
But Wei Yumeng was still puzzled. "Then why didn't you directly state your intentions back then?"
And it had almost made her think she was being tracked by someone suspicious.
"This was our producer's request. He wanted us to modify the script based on your real situation, which is why we could only silently observe your daily habits."
Wei Yumeng felt speechless. She had never heard of such lengths being gone to for an actor, let alone someone like her who was completely amateur.
She had indeed participated in a production before, but that was a long time ago.
She herself couldn't even remember what it felt like during the filming.
"I'm sorry, but I'm afraid I cannot agree to this."
The other party immediately panicked. "Mrs. Zhan, the fact that we have specifically tailored the script for you already shows how much we need you to join this production. I hope you will consider our proposal carefully."
But Wei Yumeng's stance was firm. "I'm sorry, I truly cannot agree to this. I was never an actress to begin with, so I cannot guarantee the quality of the filming. Furthermore, I have my own life and work, and I don't think I need to put aside my current commitments."
"Madam, you don't need to worry about these matters at all. As long as you agree, we can adjust the filming schedule according to your habits and arrangements."
Although the conditions the other party offered Wei Yumeng were very generous, the more so, the more uneasy Wei Yumeng became.
Firstly, they had explained their strange behavior.
Secondly, accommodating her so much was somewhat perplexing.
While it was true that some veteran artists had their quirks and were willing to spend more time and effort to make a good film.
But she genuinely didn't feel she deserved them going to such lengths, so she couldn't help but think of the worst-case scenario.
That is, these people likely had ulterior motives.
"Don't say anything more. I will not agree to this," Wei Yumeng refused firmly.
Moreover, as Zhan Mohan's wife, she still had to consider the impact on Zhan Mohan.
If the children entering the entertainment industry was one thing, her also participating in filming, she wasn't sure if it would bring positive influence to the Zhan Group.
The other party looked at Wei Yumeng and finally decided. "Mrs. Zhan, you don't need to give me an answer immediately. I can take you to our company to have a look. If you feel it's acceptable, we can still cooperate."
Wei Yumeng felt helpless. She didn't understand why they were so insistent on her.
However, she also knew that if she couldn't make them give up completely, this matter would never end.
"Alright, I'm willing to go with you. But before we go, I need to call my husband and explain this matter to him clearly."
This was also part of Wei Yumeng's plan. If these people truly had other intentions, they might try to stop her from calling Zhan Mohan.
However, the other party remained polite. "Of course. We shouldn't let Mr. Zhan worry about this matter."
After he finished speaking, Wei Yumeng picked up her phone and told Zhan Mohan about her situation. Zhan Mohan agreed to have someone investigate the company and the film they were planning to shoot.
"Alright," Wei Yumeng hung up the phone. "I can go with you now. But if the final result is not to your satisfaction, I hope you won't hold it against me."
"You can rest assured about that. If you are still unwilling after visiting, then we will have to find someone else."