“What exactly happened?” Zhan Mohan glared at the bodyguards.
The bodyguards looked timid, knowing they were inseparable from the incident. After all, any mishap during their duty was considered negligence.
Several bodyguards exchanged glances, and finally, one stepped forward to tell Zhan Mohan.
“It was precisely the time for the shift change. Xiao Liu had just come to relieve me, and we were chatting for a moment. Unexpectedly, we saw a figure jump over the wall into the courtyard. We immediately pursued and tried to stop them, but discovered that the person had actually set a fire.”
“I think you don’t want your jobs anymore!” Zhan Mohan’s voice was filled with rage.
The police officer beside them stepped forward and asked, “Do you remember any distinctive features of that person? Or did any of you directly see their appearance?”
“No, but I can confirm it was a man, thin and tall, and quite skilled.”
“That’s right, he was very fast. We tried to catch him at the time, but he quickly climbed over the wall and disappeared.”
Zhan Mohan looked at the police officer, “I have surveillance cameras installed at the villa entrance. Those videos might be useful to you.”
The police officer nodded, “That would be excellent.”
Zhan Mohan instructed Fang Xun, who had just rushed over, to hand over the surveillance videos to the police officer and to make a copy for himself as well.
This incident was too serious. Zhan Mohan would absolutely not let the arsonist go.
Although Wei Yumeng and the children were not seriously injured, Zhan Mohan still insisted that they remain in the hospital. Firstly, the police were still investigating the house. Secondly, it was not safe for them to leave until the arsonist was found.
Wei Yumeng watched Zhan Mohan furrow his brows, his gaze fixed on the computer screen as if he wanted to dismember someone within it.
“Mohan, what is it?” Wei Yumeng deliberately moved a little closer to Zhan Mohan. “Any discoveries?”
Zhan Mohan rewound the video a bit, allowing Wei Yumeng to see as well.
“The surveillance footage completely captured the arsonist’s appearance. He didn’t even bother to disguise himself.”
Upon seeing the person, Wei Yumeng was slightly stunned. “I’ve seen this person.”
“Where?”
“Actually, ever since that video was released, I’ve been receiving various threats and warnings from netizens.”
Hearing this, the anger in Zhan Mohan’s eyes intensified. “Why didn’t you tell me?”
Wei Yumeng felt a pang of guilt. “At the time, I thought it was just minor trouble. Moreover, you were so busy, I didn’t want to worry you about such things.”
Zhan Mohan looked at Wei Yumeng seriously. “While I understand your intentions, I hope you can also understand me. You and the children are the most important people to me. Being able to rely on me is also one of my happinesses. So, from now on, no matter what happens, you must tell me.”
Wei Yumeng looked up into Zhan Mohan’s eyes, feeling as if his pupils were like an unfathomable ocean, completely drawing her in, making her sink deeper and deeper.
“I know I was wrong.”
Zhan Mohan sighed. He didn’t blame Wei Yumeng; he just wanted her to rely on him more. She could even be unreasonably demanding, but Wei Yumeng was too independent in her ways and personality, always thinking of him.
“You mentioned earlier that you’ve seen this man in the video?” Zhan Mohan somewhat stiffly steered the conversation back.
Wei Yumeng nodded. “Those few days, I also noticed someone following me, and it was him. I saw him appear near Feng Corporation, and also near the villa.”
Zhan Mohan stroked his chin. If that was the case, then this arsonist might have been planning for a long time, constantly looking for an opportunity. He just happened to catch the shift change that day and seized the loophole.
Furthermore, he didn’t follow the children, which meant his target was actually Wei Yumeng.
This wasn’t particularly strange, as Wei Yumeng was the only one who became a trending figure due to the video controversy.
And no one understood this point better than Wei Yumeng. “Mohan, it’s not difficult for us to catch this person. I have a way.”
“No,” Zhan Mohan blurted out immediately.
Wei Yumeng felt a little embarrassed. “You know before I’ve even told you?”
Zhan Mohan sighed helplessly. “Since it’s confirmed that the person came for you and chose such an extreme method as arson, it means he undoubtedly harbors murderous intent towards you. If he learns that you didn’t die in the fire and you create another opportunity for him, he will definitely reappear.”
Wei Yumeng nodded. “Exactly. Letting him appear on his own is much faster than us searching aimlessly. Besides, I’m also very worried. If we don’t find this dangerous person soon, what if something else happens?”
“No, that would be too dangerous.”
But Wei Yumeng was not giving up. “The police are already involved, aren’t they? As long as we tell them our findings and our plan, we can get the police’s support. They will also protect my safety then. Besides, aren’t you here too?”
Zhan Mohan looked at Wei Yumeng’s determined eyes and didn’t know what to do with her.
If he refused Wei Yumeng now, she might contact the police herself and become bait.
If that were the case, he would prefer to stand by Wei Yumeng’s side himself.
“Alright, but if even the police don’t approve of this method, you must give up.”
Wei Yumeng nodded. “If that’s the case, and my safety can’t be guaranteed, it would be no different from suicide. I’m not that foolish.”
Only then did Zhan Mohan pick up his phone and call the police officer in charge of the case.
“Officer Bai, we have new findings and hope you can come to the hospital.”
Officer Bai was indeed efficient. Not long after, he appeared before them.
Zhan Mohan first told Officer Bai about their findings. However, it was not unexpected, as the police had already seen the person’s appearance through the surveillance footage.
“We have extracted the likeness of the person from the surveillance footage and have begun searching for this person’s whereabouts and identity. However, this will undoubtedly be a long-term search.”
“Officer, if I were to act as bait, that person might just take the bait,” Wei Yumeng voiced her idea. “That person came for me, so as long as I reappear, he will definitely find another way to make a move.”
Officer Bai frowned. “While this is a method, it is too dangerous. We cannot easily expose you to such danger.”
But Wei Yumeng was unwilling to give up. “Officer, I am volunteering for this. The sooner we find that person, the sooner my family can be at ease. So, I am willing to take this risk.”