When Chen Yutong made her request, Zhan Yangyi fell into hesitation. Although he had returned to the Zhan family, he had never lived in the old Zhan family residence.
It wasn't that Old Master Zhan was unwilling to let go of the past, but rather that Zhan Yangyi himself couldn't completely let go of it.
During this time, Old Master Zhan and Zhan Mohan had indeed treated him as family, but some things had happened and couldn't be undone as if they never occurred.
As long as he was in the old Zhan family residence, he couldn't help but be reminded of past events, which only stirred up his hatred.
"Let me think about this. We have no reason to disturb Grandpa at this moment."
Chen Yutong pressed on, "Actually, the other day I bought a gift to see Grandpa, and I saw Yumeng and the others living there. Grandpa really wants us to spend more time with him, so could we..."
But Zhan Yangyi was resolute, "This is not as simple as you think. Let's sleep now."
Saying that, he turned over and fell asleep, clearly unwilling to discuss it further.
Chen Yutong looked at Zhan Yangyi, surprised by his strong resistance. It seemed her plan would be difficult to achieve.
Perhaps due to Zhan Yangyi's firm stance, Chen Yutong never brought up the idea of living in the old Zhan family residence again. However, her nightmares continued, and her condition worsened.
One night, Chen Yutong was once again awakened by a nightmare. She had even begun to experience disorientation, struggling to distinguish between reality and dreams.
"Yangyi! I... I saw it again, that woman is at the door!"
Chen Yutong clutched her head, her eyes wide as she stared towards the door.
This time, Zhan Yangyi was truly frightened by Chen Yutong. The situation seemed more severe than before.
"Yutong, it's okay, everything will get better. I'm here," Zhan Yangyi held Chen Yutong tightly.
Chen Yutong sobbed and pleaded, "Yangyi, can we leave here? I'm begging you, I'm so scared. I feel like that ghost woman will kill me."
Zhan Yangyi took a deep breath. Looking at Chen Yutong's state, he was naturally heartbroken. Did they really have to move out?
The next day, after Zhan Yangyi considered the situation and with Zhan Mohan's recommendation, he contacted Jing Yan.
When Jing Yan received Zhan Yangyi's call, he was somewhat surprised. "Mr. Zhan, what can I do for you?"
"It's like this, I need your advice on something."
Then, Zhan Yangyi told Jing Yan about Chen Yutong's recent condition, hoping to find a way to alleviate it.
Jing Yan thought for a moment and said, "Based on the current situation, it's highly likely that Madam is suffering from postpartum depression. The best solution is indeed to change the environment and help her mood improve. If she continues to stay in such an oppressive space, it might worsen her condition."
"Okay, I understand. Thank you for your help."
After hanging up the phone, Zhan Yangyi sat on the sofa. Perhaps this time he really had to listen to Chen Yutong and go to the old Zhan family residence for a while.
Chen Yutong, after a busy day, returned home to find Zhan Yangyi waiting for her on the sofa.
"Yutong, I have something to tell you," Zhan Yangyi said, sighing softly.
Chen Yutong walked over and sat beside him, looking at him patiently. "What is it?"
Zhan Yangyi looked at Chen Yutong's haggard face and felt a pang of heartache.
Given Chen Yutong's condition, he had not intended to let her work. However, Chen Yutong insisted that staying at home made her constantly see that woman, so it was better to work.
He reached out and gently touched her face. "I've made up my mind. We'll go to Grandpa's place tomorrow."
Hearing this, Chen Yutong's eyes lit up with unconcealed joy. "Really?"
Zhan Yangyi nodded slightly. "Of course. I've already consulted with the doctor. Changing your environment is indeed the best solution."
Chen Yutong looked at Zhan Yangyi with a hint of sadness. "I'm sorry, I've caused you so much trouble. If you're really having a difficult time, you don't have to worry about me so much, really."
But the more Chen Yutong said this, the more determined Zhan Yangyi became in his decision. Chen Yutong was so considerate of him; what else was there for him to hesitate about?
That evening, Zhan Yangyi called Old Master Zhan. He felt a bit apprehensive, thinking that asking Old Master Zhan to attend the wedding had already been a big request, and now asking to live there... it was understandable if he refused.
After a moment of hesitation, he picked up his phone and dialed.
"Hello, this is the Zhan Corporation. Who are you looking for?" the housekeeper answered the phone.
"I am Zhan Yangyi, I'd like to speak to Grandpa."
"Oh, it's Young Master Zhan. Please wait a moment."
Then, Zhan Yangyi heard footsteps receding from the receiver, but soon someone else picked up the phone.
"Yangyi, you rarely call me. Is something wrong?" Old Master Zhan's voice came through.
"Grandpa, it's like this, I want to come back and stay with Yutong for a while... if Grandpa..."
Before Zhan Yangyi could finish, Old Master Zhan's voice cut in.
"Oh, that's wonderful! I love a lively house. This old mansion has been too empty. Mohan and Yumeng are here too. It would be great if you all came to keep this old man company. Of course, I welcome it."
This remark undoubtedly relieved Zhan Yangyi. "Then we'll come over tomorrow."
"Good, good, hurry up and come. I'll be waiting here."
Hanging up the phone, Zhan Yangyi felt a warmth spread through his heart. Perhaps only at this moment had he truly let go of all the estrangement with the Zhan family. Perhaps the estrangement had already disappeared the day he returned to the Zhan family.
The old Zhan family residence became lively, a rare occurrence. The old master sat on the sofa, watching his two grandsons play, while the adults were busy with their own affairs.
"Jinzhi, I heard your grades have improved again recently? Should Grandpa give you a reward?" Old Master Zhan asked Zhan Jinzhi with a smile.
Before Zhan Jinzhi could speak, Zhan Shiqing chimed in, "Grandpa, brother doesn't need any reward. Dad said if brother gets first place in the whole school, he'll give him a big gift."
"Oh? Is that so?"
Zhan Shiqing nodded solemnly.
"Then you must work hard. The big gift that Mohan mentioned might be very important."
Zhan Jinzhi also nodded seriously. "Don't worry, Grandpa, I will continue to work hard."
Wei Yumeng and Chen Yutong watched the scene unfold, both smiling.
"I feel like Grandpa's presence is different," Chen Yutong remarked. "I always thought someone like Grandpa would be stricter with children, but now it seems he's just a regular old man."