After a long week of case handling, the matter finally reached a conclusion...
However, when Chen Yutong saw the outcome, her heart sank to the bottom.
"Ultimately... there's still no way?"
Wei Yumeng and Mu Linjing exchanged glances; they hadn't expected such a result either.
Wei Yumeng was even a little surprised. Based on Mu Linjing's performance these past few days, she had thought...
The latest news report on the computer stated: "The case involving the world-renowned pharmaceutical company has been resolved. The project's general manager and their partners will compensate according to national requirements, and involved parties will be detained. Different penalties will be imposed based on the extent of their involvement."
Chen Yutong felt as though she was about to faint. Detention was no small matter.
Although the news didn't explicitly detail the charges or the individuals being dealt with, her imagination alone painted a grim picture.
It was even possible that Zhan Yangyi would never be able to return due to this incident.
This was not the outcome she wanted. She had already sought help from Zhan Mohan, so why... why couldn't he help Zhan Yangyi?
"Sister-in-law... I'm sorry..." Wei Yumeng felt a pang of sadness. She knew this outcome was possible but could only keep it to herself.
Mu Linjing's attitude, however, was completely different from Wei Yumeng and Chen Yutong's. She was anxiously watching the time, as if waiting for something.
She kept glancing towards the door, but there was still nothing.
Tears streamed down Chen Yutong's cheeks. "Why... why did this have to happen at this time?"
Would her child never get to see their father?
Would her once beautiful family fall apart because of this?
"No... no..." Chen Yutong became increasingly agitated. "I can't just wait here anymore. Perhaps... perhaps I should go abroad myself."
"Sister-in-law, please don't do that. Even if you go now, it's already..." Wei Yumeng couldn't finish her sentence.
The more distressed Chen Yutong became, the more upset Wei Yumeng felt.
She had a feeling that she bore some responsibility for the situation reaching this point.
"Then what do you want me to do? Just wait here?" Chen Yutong retorted. "What if he really can't come back? How long am I supposed to wait?"
Wei Yumeng couldn't answer the question and simply lowered her head.
Just then, the doorbell rang, and the room fell silent.
Mu Linjing hurried to open the door and complained a few words to the person outside before letting them in.
When Chen Yutong saw who had entered, her eyes widened, and she could hardly believe if it was real or not.
She had prepared herself for not seeing Zhan Yangyi for a long time, yet here he was, standing before her.
"Yutong, I'm back," Zhan Yangyi said, smiling slightly at Wei Yumeng.
Chen Yutong froze for a few seconds before throwing herself into his arms. "Yangyi, I thought... I thought you..."
As she spoke, she reached out to touch Zhan Yangyi's cheek, as if to confirm he was real.
Zhan Yangyi looked at her gently, letting her touch him.
"Are you really okay? Did they hurt you? And..."
Zhan Yangyi clasped her hand. "Don't worry, I'm fine. There are no problems, and everything went very smoothly. This is all thanks to Yichen."
Mu Linjing looked at Zhan Yichen, still somewhat reproachful. "We were so shocked when we saw the news. We really thought Big Brother wouldn't come back."
Wei Yumeng also looked at the two of them with a hint of annoyance. "I think it's time you told me what exactly happened."
This situation made her feel as if she was the only one still in the dark.
Zhan Yichen and Mu Linjing exchanged a helpless look. "I think it's time we explained everything."
Everyone sat down on the sofa, and Zhan Yichen began to narrate.
"My brother and I realized something was wrong beforehand. However, this matter was of great importance, and we couldn't directly intervene. So, my brother and I went there, of course, only as his family members."
Wei Yumeng nodded. She understood why Zhan Yichen did this, as this identity wouldn't affect the Zhan Group, and it was reasonable for him to be involved as Zhan Yangyi's brother.
"The people behind this wanted to ruin Big Brother, even send him to prison. After careful consideration, some punishments were unavoidable. After all, we couldn't interfere with another country's legal system. However, we might be able to protect my brother."
Zhan Yangyi continued from where Zhan Yichen left off. "So, once we were there, I fully cooperated with their investigation and was willing to admit to some of the charges. Then, Yichen, along with the lawyers he had contacted, found the person behind it all. In fact, the person you saw being detained was the mastermind."
"But thanks to Big Brother's efforts to stabilize the police, we had more time to investigate. When we found that guy, he truly believed his plan was flawless. Only the final price he paid..."
Zhan Yichen spoke, then looked at Chen Yutong. "According to the local laws, it's a fact that the pharmaceutical factory manufactured illegal substances. Big Brother had to accept punishment for this, so he sacrificed the entire company. His future life will likely have to start from scratch."
Zhan Yangyi also looked at Chen Yutong. He himself was unsure if Chen Yutong truly didn't mind that they might have to live like ordinary people in the future.
He didn't have any concerns, but Chen Yutong was a public figure. Although she was currently on maternity leave, such an event would have a significant impact on her.
Chen Yutong replied without hesitation, "None of that matters. As long as you can return safely, that's enough. I told you before, no matter what happens, I will always, always walk with you."
She then hugged Zhan Yangyi again. "Don't overthink it, and don't worry. I won't leave you, and you're not allowed to leave me behind."
Zhan Yangyi held her tightly. "Don't worry, even without the company, I will still ensure that you and our child live a happy life."
Chen Yutong nodded. "I believe you."
Seeing this scene, everyone felt relieved. Fortunately, this matter had been resolved. How they would proceed in the future was up to them.
Wei Yumeng and Mu Linjing exchanged glances, feeling that it would be insensitive to stay any longer.
So, they both found an opportunity to leave, leaving the time for the couple.