Fang Xun looked at Catherine and said indifferently, "First of all, Young Master Zhan asked me to congratulate you on reclaiming your position on his behalf."
Catherine's eyes were still wary, unsure of what Zhan Mohan's intentions were.
"You jest. This is also partly thanks to your Young Master Zhan, but it was a normal transaction. Achieving such a mutually beneficial outcome is normal."
Fang Xun smiled slightly, "But Miss Catherine, you haven't officially reclaimed your position yet, have you?"
Catherine stiffened. As expected, Fang Xun's visit was not for any good news.
"What? Are you planning to use this project to threaten me?"
Besides this, Catherine couldn't think of any other plans Zhan Mohan might have.
"Miss Catherine, that's where you're mistaken. In fact, your transaction with our Young Master Zhan isn't finalized, is it? That's why Young Master Zhan deliberately took on this so-called challenging project, to help you out."
Catherine found it hard to believe that Zhan Mohan would be so kind. However, if it were true, it would save her a lot of trouble.
"He's that kind?"
Fang Xun said with exaggerated emphasis, "Although I know there are still some unresolved issues between you and our Young Master Zhan, he never takes his deals lightly. He always keeps his word. So, are you willing to cooperate with us now?"
Catherine fell into thought. If things were as Fang Xun described, it would be fine. But if not, wouldn't she fall even harder?
Fang Xun continued, "Miss Catherine, I know you'd go to any lengths to reclaim this position. Are you really going to back down from this little challenge?"
"Who says I won't? Fine, I'll give it a try this time."
Hearing this answer, Fang Xun nodded with satisfaction, then took out the project's detailed information and began discussing it with Catherine.
Indeed, the project's progress was extremely smooth thereafter. With Zhan Mohan's help, almost every proposal Catherine submitted was perfect, earning her praise even from the shareholders.
"It seems Miss Catherine has truly changed."
"That's right. Her capabilities have completely surpassed many young people in the business world."
"If she continues as CEO, I believe the Feng Corporation's situation will only improve."
Catherine absorbed all these compliments.
She had been subjected to much disdain and criticism before, and in her eyes, all this was rightfully hers.
When Feng Zhenhua saw Catherine's results, he was somewhat surprised.
"Has she truly learned her lesson?"
Song Lijun, however, was overjoyed. "Isn't this a good thing?"
Catherine explained, "Dad, Mom, I didn't really cause so much trouble before. It was just jealousy towards Wei Yumeng, and I spent too much time and energy on that. Now that I've figured everything out, I don't need to compete with Wei Yumeng for anything."
"That's the right attitude. Yumeng never competed with you for anything. As long as you focus on the right path, you're quite capable," Song Lijun said with relief.
Catherine secretly glanced at Feng Zhenhua. She knew that Song Lijun's approval alone wasn't enough. The most important thing now was to get Feng Zhenhua's consent, as he held the real power in the Feng Corporation.
Song Lijun looked at Catherine, then at Feng Zhenhua. "Zhenhua, look, the child has made progress. We can't suppress her efforts, right? You promised her that if this project went well, you'd let her be CEO."
Feng Zhenhua, being experienced, could fully assess her work ability from a single plan.
But how could he not understand Catherine? He had never heard of anyone's abilities improving so dramatically. It seemed too unnatural.
However, deliberately arranging for Catherine to cooperate with Zhan Mohan on this project was also his intention, as he believed Zhan Mohan would never go easy on Catherine.
Judging solely by this, it seemed Catherine's abilities had indeed improved.
Feng Zhenhua felt that many aspects of this matter were not quite right, yet he couldn't pinpoint why. But given the current situation, Catherine's persistence seemed to pose no harm to the Feng Corporation.
Song Lijun nudged Feng Zhenhua again, "Zhenhua."
Her meaning was for him to quickly give their daughter an answer.
"Alright, your recent work has indeed been quite good, but don't become complacent. I will let you continue as acting CEO, but you must remember this: even if you take that position, if you make mistakes like before, I can still remove you."
Catherine immediately said, "Dad, I promise, I won't repeat past mistakes."
Feng Zhenhua then nodded. "Alright, you may go. I'll call Lao Qian shortly to handle your reinstatement."
After saying this, he lay back on the hospital bed, intending to take a nap.
Catherine, being sensible, didn't say anything further. She bid them farewell and left.
Only after Catherine had left the hospital grounds did she dare to show her excitement, not even caring that she was on the street.
"This is great! I've finally reclaimed what was rightfully mine! Wei Yumeng, you've always been a loser. You can never beat me!"
Catherine laughed heartily, drawing curious glances from passersby.
However, Catherine was also surprised that Zhan Mohan hadn't lied to her this time. If Zhan Mohan hadn't been supporting Catherine all along, how could she have received such high praise?
Although Catherine and Zhan Mohan had countless grievances in the past, after this, at least Catherine no longer harbored such hostility towards Zhan Mohan. She even considered how fortunate it would be if she could rely on Zhan Mohan in the future.
The thought made Catherine proud again. Perhaps Wei Yumeng would never have imagined that she would be able to connect with Zhan Mohan.
This feeling of relying on someone else's husband was truly exhilarating, especially since it was Wei Yumeng's husband.
She picked up her phone, eager to share the news with Zhan Mohan.
When Zhan Mohan saw Catherine's call, he felt disgusted. However, to ensure his plan proceeded smoothly, he had to adjust his tone.
"Young Master Zhan, it's all thanks to you. I am now the CEO of the Feng Corporation. I'd like to treat you to a meal to express my gratitude. Do you have time?"
Zhan Mohan remained silent for a moment before finally agreeing. After hanging up, he called Wei Yumeng and told her he wouldn't be home for dinner that night.
Wei Yumeng didn't suspect anything, as Zhan Mohan often had to work late.