Ren Yang followed Zhan Mohan into the study, already sensing the cold aura emanating from the young man.
He had spent a considerable amount of time at the Chai family's residence, and Chai Yanyu was one of the few who possessed a similar aura, yet the two emanated entirely different presences.
Chai Yanyu always gave off a coldness that was somewhat terrifying.
However, Zhan Mohan's coldness conveyed a sense of reliability and steadiness.
At that very moment, Ren Yang was certain that Old Master Zhan could not possibly keep anything hidden from Zhan Mohan.
As expected, Zhan Mohan spoke first, "How is my grandfather's condition, exactly?"
His tone allowed no room for deception.
Ren Yang replied respectfully, "Old Master Zhan is advanced in age, and on top of that, he donated blood for you earlier. His condition is not very optimistic."
Zhan Mohan was somewhat surprised. He had anticipated needing to exert more effort to extract information from Ren Yang.
"Old Master Zhan had indeed forbidden me from telling you this, but I believe you need to know so you can figure out a solution," Ren Yang answered Zhan Mohan's question.
"Then what do you think I should do?" Zhan Mohan asked.
He thought Ren Yang might offer some excellent advice.
Ren Yang shook his head, "I am a nutritionist, not a doctor. My original intention was only to replenish the nutrients Old Master Zhan lost during his blood donation. However, I've discovered recently that Old Master Zhan's absorption ability is very poor. These supplements are like a drop in the bucket for him."
Zhan Mohan couldn't help but frown, "Why is this happening?"
"I believe, on one hand, it's because Old Master Zhan is advanced in age, and his body's absorption capacity naturally declines. On the other hand, he likely has other underlying health issues."
Upon hearing this, Zhan Mohan's heart sank further. If it was as Ren Yang suggested, then Old Master Zhan had been concealing this for a long time, and they had never noticed.
This also reminded Zhan Mohan of when he and Wei Yumeng had agreed to have Zhan Yangyi take Old Master Zhan for a check-up, only for him to find various excuses to evade it.
At that time, both Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng were still hospitalized, and Zhan Yangyi was unable to do anything about Old Master Zhan.
Looking back, it was clear that Old Master Zhan knew about his condition and deliberately avoided any examinations.
As Zhan Mohan considered this, his sense of self-blame intensified. He felt responsible for not taking better care of Old Master Zhan.
"I understand. I'll have to trouble you to continue looking after my grandfather during this time."
Ren Yang nodded, "Rest assured, I will do my best to take care of him."
When Zhan Mohan and Ren Yang exited the study, Old Master Zhan, seeing Zhan Mohan's expression, knew that some things could no longer be kept hidden.
"Mohan..." Old Master Zhan started to speak.
Zhan Mohan didn't look at him but directly took out his phone and called Fang Xun.
"Fang Xun, schedule a comprehensive physical examination for an elderly person for me. Yes, today. Preferably immediately."
Although Wei Yumeng didn't know the specifics, Zhan Mohan's arrangements were enough for her to understand that Old Master Zhan's health must have deteriorated.
"Mohan, is Grandpa..."
Zhan Mohan nodded, "We'll have to return to the hospital a bit later today. We need to be present while Grandpa undergoes the examination."
"Old Ren, why did you say something!" Old Master Zhan was somewhat annoyed, but this wasn't the time to dwell on it.
Zhan Mohan looked at Old Master Zhan with a cold expression, "If Mr. Ren hadn't told me today, how long were you planning to keep this from us?"
"Mohan, I'm old now. It's time for me to leave. I don't want to cause trouble for you children at the last moment. You might as well stop worrying about me!"
As Old Master Zhan spoke, he even turned away stubbornly, refusing to look at Zhan Mohan.
Just as Zhan Mohan was about to say something, Wei Yumeng quickly stepped in to block him.
She could sense that Zhan Mohan was very angry, and if they started arguing, it would only make things worse.
She walked up to Old Master Zhan and said softly, "Grandpa, please don't say that. We don't see it as trouble at all. You are our family. No matter what, we want to spend more time with you. How can you give up so easily? Don't you want to spend more time with us?"
Old Master Zhan remained silent, but Wei Yumeng knew he was wavering.
"Grandpa, I believe it's not just me and Mohan who feel this way. Yichen and the elder brothers must feel the same. As long as you are here, we will never give up on you, and we hope you won't give up on yourself either."
"Sigh..." Old Master Zhan sighed, "Of course, I want to spend more time with you, but my age is already here. Your efforts would be in vain, and you'd still worry about me, not to mention the expenses. It would all be for nothing."
Wei Yumeng shook her head, "No matter the cost, as long as we believe it's meaningful, then it is meaningful. How can money compare to your health?"
Ren Yang, watching the two, smiled slightly, seemingly satisfied with the current situation.
Old Master Zhan looked at Wei Yumeng with a wronged expression, like a child.
"Alright, I'll listen to you this time. I'll have Old Ren take me for the examination later, and I'll cooperate with the treatment. But you also have to promise me you'll return to the hospital on time later. I'll have someone send you the test results."
Wei Yumeng glanced at Zhan Mohan and then took his hand, saying to Old Master Zhan, "Okay, we promise."
Zhan Mohan said nothing further, implicitly agreeing to Wei Yumeng's arrangement.
However, before they left, at Zhan Mohan's insistence, they called Zhan Yangyi.
"Brother, we've scheduled a physical examination for Grandpa. Please accompany him later. Okay, I understand."
Wei Yumeng hung up the phone and said to Ren Yang, "Master Ren, we'll entrust Grandpa to your care. Brother will come to pick you up later. Please make sure Grandpa doesn't slip away during this time."
She deliberately emphasized the word "slip away."
Zhan Mohan added, "If this check-up doesn't happen, then next time I'll have to bring the doctor to the house."
Old Master Zhan expressed some dissatisfaction with their attitude, "Alright, since I've promised you, I'll keep my word. Stop worrying."
Ren Yang also said, "Don't worry, the two of you. With me here, I will ensure Old Master Zhan gets to the hospital safely and soundly."
Hearing this, Old Master Zhan couldn't help but shiver. He suddenly had a sense of foreboding.
After giving several final instructions, Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng finally left the Zhan family's old residence and drove towards the hospital.