Wei Yumeng arrived at the hospital to find Song Lijun and Catherine there. Catherine's presence was, of course, to witness how Wei Yumeng would explain the situation to Song Lijun and Feng Zhenhua.
"Yumeng, you're here. Come tell me, how have you been lately?" Song Lijun asked with concern, looking at her.
Wei Yumeng sighed and addressed Song Lijun and Feng Zhenhua, "I apologize, but I have something important to discuss with you both today."
Song Lijun seemed puzzled and exchanged a look with Feng Zhenhua.
Feng Zhenhua glanced at Catherine, whose earlier proud demeanor immediately vanished.
"Go ahead, tell us. Has something happened with the company?" Feng Zhenhua asked directly.
"It is indeed about the company, but it's not that something has gone wrong with it," Wei Yumeng said, taking a deep breath. "I apologize, but I wish to resign from my position as acting president of the Feng Group."
"What? Why, dear?" Song Lijun asked anxiously, which brought back memories of a previous incident.
Back then, Catherine had accused Wei Yumeng of stabbing her, and Song Lijun had resolutely sided with Catherine.
Song Lijun had thought a lot about it afterward. She felt her actions toward Wei Yumeng had been somewhat unfair, but at the time, she had been too worried seeing Catherine injured.
"Yumeng, if you're making this decision because of what happened before, then I am willing to apologize."
Wei Yumeng felt awkward. "Auntie Song, it's not what you're thinking."
Wei Yumeng looked at Catherine. In fact, after that incident, the fact that Song Lijun and Feng Zhenhua hadn't taken any action against Wei Yumeng already indicated their stance on the matter.
Perhaps Song Lijun had been flustered then, but she must have realized something later.
"It's my own issue. I feel I am not qualified to sit in that position right now. I've learned a lot during this time, and I believe Catherine might be the most suitable candidate."
Upon hearing this, Feng Zhenhua became even more displeased. "You mean her? I'll be thankful if she doesn't ruin the company."
As expected, even if Wei Yumeng voluntarily stepped down as president, Feng Zhenhua would not agree to let Catherine take the position.
However, Feng Zhenhua had not yet recovered, and if Wei Yumeng were no longer the acting president of the Feng Group, then only Catherine could temporarily fill the role.
"Mom, Dad, I know I was wrong. I've learned a lot from Yumeng during this time, and I promise the previous incident won't happen again."
Wei Yumeng also uncharacteristically sided with Catherine. "Yes, I believe Catherine is capable of taking on this responsibility now."
Although the two of them seemed to be getting along harmoniously, it didn't make Song Lijun and Feng Zhenhua happy at all.
As people who had experienced more of life, they could fully sense the disharmony emanating from this situation.
Catherine had always held a grudge against Wei Yumeng, and their conflict had escalated to such an extent that even Song Lijun hadn't imagined they could coexist peacefully.
So, this current scene looked incredibly strange to them.
However, Wei Yumeng's attitude was resolute, and both Song Lijun and Feng Zhenhua could feel that Wei Yumeng truly no longer wanted to stay.
Finally, Feng Zhenhua spoke. "So be it. Since you don't want to do it anymore, we have no reason to force you to continue. It's decided then."
Upon hearing this, Catherine couldn't help but smile.
But Feng Zhenhua quickly doused her excitement with a bucket of cold water. "However, I haven't agreed to let you become acting president yet. Whether you can become acting president will be determined by a test I give you. If you pass, I will agree."
Catherine immediately deflated. She had truly believed that as soon as Wei Yumeng stepped down, the position would be hers.
But who knew Feng Zhenhua would pull such a move.
Wei Yumeng glanced at Catherine, her expression conveying that the task was done, and it was up to Catherine from here on.
"Then I'll be going now. Mo Han has a date with me to go shopping today, and I can't keep him waiting."
Wei Yumeng's objective had been achieved, and she had no intention of staying any longer.
Although Song Lijun wanted to spend more time with Wei Yumeng, since Wei Yumeng had said so, she couldn't force her to stay.
"Alright, remember to visit us often."
Wei Yumeng nodded. "Yes, I will."
Wei Yumeng turned and left. Catherine felt even more proud. Looking at Wei Yumeng's retreating back, she felt as if Wei Yumeng had already left their battlefield, and that Wei Yumeng had completely lost.
Zhan Mohan was waiting for Wei Yumeng outside, just in case anything went wrong with the matter.
"Did things go smoothly?"
Wei Yumeng nodded. "Yes, I said what I needed to say, and I did what I needed to do."
Zhan Mohan chuckled. "It seems that even if you give up the position, it won't be that easy for Catherine to take over as president."
"Did you predict this?" Wei Yumeng asked, seeing that Zhan Mohan didn't seem surprised by this outcome.
"Uncle Feng is not someone who can be easily deceived. I suspect that when you and Catherine stood together, they already realized something was amiss. Coupled with what they already knew from before, they would naturally be wary of Catherine and wouldn't hand over the Feng Group so easily."
Wei Yumeng pondered for a moment. "Is this your plan?"
Zhan Mohan shook his head. "This can only be considered Uncle Feng's choice. Next, if I'm not mistaken, the best way to test her abilities will be through a project. And that will be our time to make our move."
"To make Catherine retreat in the face of difficulty?" Wei Yumeng thought this approach was quite good. At least it wasn't using any underhanded means, just increasing the project's difficulty, which wasn't a big deal.
Back at the hospital, Catherine remained. Feng Zhenhua's expression was not good.
"For the time being, I will have Elder Qian temporarily manage the entire company's operations. As for you, I will personally select a project for you to undertake. If you prove capable, then I will have no objections."
Song Lijun also sighed. "Linlin, you need to understand that this concerns the future of the entire Feng Group. The reason we let Yumeng do it before was because we saw her abilities."
"I understand, Mom. I will definitely work hard on this."
Song Lijun finally nodded. "I hope you won't disappoint us."
Feng Zhenhua merely snorted.
Song Lijun shot Feng Zhenhua a displeased look. Regardless, Catherine was their daughter, whom they had raised. They shouldn't be so harsh on her.
Catherine, however, paid no mind to Feng Zhenhua's attitude, as she was confident she could handle the project.
As long as Wei Yumeng was no longer with Feng Group, who else there had a higher status than her?