Yin Fang suddenly stumbled forward, startling everyone. She gritted her teeth and refused to leave.
She could tell these people were indebted to Wei Yumeng. If she pleaded with Wei Yumeng to let Wei Jin go in front of them, there might be a chance!
Wei Yumeng's delicate face immediately fell. Her clear, cool eyes flickered, shooting a sharp gaze at Yin Fang.
It was obvious to anyone that Wei Yumeng harbored a strong animosity towards Yin Fang.
Catherine looked at Yin Fang with interest. Noticing Wei Yumeng's somber expression and how her parents' attention was drawn to Yin Fang, her eyes twinkled.
Stepmother? How interesting.
"Yin Fang, this is not your place to speak. I only tolerated you earlier because of our guests; otherwise, I would have made you leave in disgrace."
Wei Yumeng's words were devoid of emotion. Her cold demeanor was a stark contrast to her earlier self, and everyone was stunned by her attitude.
"I... I'm just telling the truth..."
Yin Fang was intimidated by Wei Yumeng's words. She timidly tugged at the corner of her clothes, her eyes darting to the other three.
"Mrs. Zhan, who is this lady?"
Catherine feigned ignorance, covering her mouth and looking at Yin Fang with surprise as she questioned Wei Yumeng.
The couple was also curious. Before Wei Yumeng could answer, Yin Fang, sensing Catherine's interest, spoke first.
"I am Wei Yumeng's stepmother. My name is Yin Fang."
"I was about to have her removed. Sorry to have made you witness this spectacle," Wei Yumeng interrupted Yin Fang indifferently. She quickly explained, then called out towards the door, "Xiao Zhang, come in."
Xiao Zhang was the nurse who had bumped into her earlier. Wei Yumeng clearly intended to have Yin Fang removed.
Catherine glanced at the couple beside her, seemingly understanding Wei Yumeng's intention, and lost interest.
No, the topic couldn't continue like this.
"Yumeng, you're too heartless! I've already knelt and begged you, what more do you want?" Seeing that she was about to be kicked out, Yin Fang simply sprawled on the floor, wailing and crying, attempting one last desperate struggle.
Wei Yumeng maintained her indifferent expression. She couldn't be bothered to deal with Yin Fang any longer. This matter should have been settled earlier.
Feng Zhenhua and Song Lijun respected Wei Yumeng and did not intervene, watching quietly from the side.
Catherine snorted inwardly. She smiled and looked at Yin Fang with feigned confusion.
"What's going on? You must have upset Mrs. Zhan. But it's better to resolve disputes than to escalate them. Why don't you apologize properly to Mrs. Zhan!"
On the surface, Catherine's words seemed to be supporting Wei Yumeng and demanding justice. In reality, however, she was giving Yin Fang an opening, intending to make a spectacle of the situation.
"Yes, yes, it's all my fault! It's my daughter who did something wrong, but my daughter is already imprisoned, and your father and I have already been punished in Africa. Can't you just let it go?"
Yin Fang seized the opportunity, laying everything out in the open. Her words seemed to accuse Wei Yumeng of being overly aggressive.
Wei Yumeng frowned. In her usual manner, she would have had Yin Fang dragged out immediately, but there were guests present...
Upon hearing Yin Fang's words, Feng Zhenhua and Song Lijun both frowned. Did this imply that Wei Yumeng had acted against her stepmother and father? How could that be!
"Mrs. Zhan, this..." Catherine curled her red lips and looked towards Wei Yumeng.
"Yin Fang, your daughter Wei Jin committed an illegal act, which is why she's imprisoned. It's useless for you to beg me to release her." Wei Yumeng glanced at the three of them, knowing that the matter had to be clarified.
In a few brief sentences, she quickly explained the situation, leaving Yin Fang with no room to argue.
Catherine looked directly at Wei Yumeng. She had initially intended to use Yin Fang as a pawn to stir up more trouble, but she hadn't expected this woman to be so capable.
She didn't panic when faced with trouble. She knew how to strike at the vital points. She truly was the eldest daughter-in-law of the Zhan family.
"But I can't live without my daughter. I'm just asking you to help rescue Wei Jin..."
Yin Fang panicked. She had heard everything they said. Wei Yumeng owed Catherine a great favor, and Catherine had just spoken up. She had hoped that Wei Yumeng might release Wei Jin out of consideration for Catherine...
"This is outrageous! If you do wrong, you must accept punishment. The nation has its laws, and the family has its rules!" Feng Zhenhua quickly understood the whole story. He let out a heavy snort, his authoritative voice echoing in the ward.
"Yes, stop making excuses and bothering Mrs. Zhan. Since you failed to raise your daughter properly, someone else will teach her." Song Lijun was furious and showed no kindness to Yin Fang.
The couple's indignant expressions made it seem as if they felt Wei Yumeng's pain. Wei Yumeng blinked, slightly surprised by their reaction.
Yin Fang hadn't expected to be bombarded by these two strangers. She struggled to speak for a long time and couldn't utter a single word, so she turned her gaze to Catherine, who hadn't spoken yet.
Alas, what a useless person.
Catherine wasn't about to look at Yin Fang. Her parents had already spoken. No matter what she said now would be useless, and might even be annoying. She didn't want to lose the good impression she had just made with Wei Yumeng on their first meeting.
"One can see a person's face but not their heart. I truly feel indignant on behalf of Mrs. Zhan. While she's recuperating here, she has to endure the annoyance of people like you."
Catherine frowned and sternly reprimanded Yin Fang, then turned to the bodyguards brought by her parents at the door and beckoned them in.
"Please escort her out, and do not allow her to set foot here again!"
Two bodyguards nodded. One after another, they lifted Yin Fang and swiftly dragged her out.
"No, I'm not leaving! I haven't finished speaking!" Yin Fang struggled in desperation, but she was ruthlessly dragged out by the bodyguards, her shouts fading into the distance.
"Mrs. Zhan, this person is truly detestable. I hope you don't mind my actions." Catherine said with a smile to Wei Yumeng, appearing very polite.
"Miss Catherine, you speak too kindly. It is I who should be thanking you." Wei Yumeng returned a smile and waved her hand, indicating she didn't mind.
Catherine let out a sigh of relief. She glanced at the couple, who seemed to have something more to say, and stood up with a smile.
"Oh dear, it's so late! It must be time for Mrs. Zhan to rest. My parents and I won't disturb you any further."
"Alright, Miss Catherine, Auntie, Uncle, you should also go back and rest early."
Wei Yumeng looked at the clock on the wall. It was indeed quite late, so she didn't insist they stay.
"Okay, we'll visit you again next time."
Feng Zhenhua and Song Lijun sighed, cast a reluctant look at Wei Yumeng, and then left the hospital with Catherine's support.