Hearing this, Zhan Yangyi was the first to couldn't hold back. He decided to clarify the matter in front of Elder Zhan.
"Alright, you can leave, but don't you owe me an explanation for something?" Zhan Yangyi's voice was bone-chillingly cold.
Wei Yumeng hadn't seen this side of Zhan Yangyi in a long time.
Zhan Mohan instinctively shielded Wei Yumeng behind him, his gaze equally cold as he stared directly at Zhan Yangyi.
The atmosphere in the room plummeted instantly, and for a moment, everyone held their breath, afraid to even exhale.
Zhan Yangyi pressed on, "Since Grandpa is here today, let's get this cleared up."
Chen Yutong immediately stopped Zhan Yangyi. "Yangyi, didn't you promise me you wouldn't act impulsively?"
Zhan Yangyi had indeed intended to investigate this matter thoroughly earlier. However, if Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng left now, confronting them later would not be as easy. They could come up with any reason, or even destroy any evidence unfavorable to them.
Zhan Yangyi merely glanced at Chen Yutong. "Don't worry, I won't mess around. I just want to give you an explanation. I am your husband, and there are some things I have to do."
Elder Zhan also felt that something unknown had occurred between these four people.
"What exactly happened between you all? Are you hiding something from me, your grandfather?"
Zhan Yangyi glared at Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng with indignation, saying angrily, "Grandpa, this wasn't an accident at all. Wei Yumeng pushed Yutong down the stairs."
"No."
It wasn't Wei Yumeng who spoke, but Zhan Mohan. His expression remained unchanged, his tone indifferent.
"You're still denying it now? Are you still protecting her?" Zhan Yangyi felt utterly indignant. "We let some things slide before, but this time it involves my child! Don't think you can just brush it off again."
Seeing this scene, Elder Zhan was so angry he nearly passed out.
"Yumeng, tell me, did you do this?" Elder Zhan knew that Zhan Yangyi and Zhan Mohan would not reach a resolution, so it was better to ask the person involved directly.
Wei Yumeng glanced at Zhan Mohan, who nodded at her gently.
She then spoke, "Grandpa, things are indeed not as he says. This matter is not as simple as it seems. Actually, that day..."
Just as she was about to recount the events of that day to Elder Zhan, Chen Yutong interrupted her.
"Grandpa, this really wasn't Yumeng's doing. Please don't blame her. I was just careless that day. The responsibility lies entirely with me."
Hearing this, Zhan Yangyi's heart ached even more. "Yutong, at this point, don't protect her anymore. I know you don't want to cause conflict between us, but Grandpa will definitely give us justice."
At these words, Chen Yutong couldn't help but lower her head, looking incredibly wronged.
The current situation, no matter how one looked at it, seemed to paint Zhan Yangyi and Chen Yutong as the victims, while Wei Yumeng and Zhan Mohan were merely defending themselves.
"Enough!"
Elder Zhan's loud voice halted the ensuing conversation. He was completely lost as to what had truly happened. He couldn't take sides now, but he genuinely didn't believe Wei Yumeng would do such a thing.
"Since there are so many hidden details to this matter, none of you are allowed to leave until I get to the bottom of it!"
With this command, Wei Yumeng and Zhan Mohan's plan to leave was once again thwarted. Chen Yutong, on the side, couldn't help but heave a sigh of relief.
Although the situation seemed to have become more complicated, at least Zhan Mohan was kept here for now.
This meeting, originally meant to welcome Elder Zhan back, ended in discord. However, at the very end, Elder Zhan kept Zhan Mohan behind for a private talk.
They went to the study together, and Elder Zhan finally spoke, "Mohan, I watched you grow up. I know your character, and I know how much you care for Yumeng. But if this matter truly was her doing, what do you plan to do?"
Elder Zhan's meaning was clear: if Wei Yumeng had indeed done something so heinous, the Zhan family would likely not keep her as a granddaughter-in-law.
Zhan Mohan simply said calmly, "Just as you believe in me, I believe in Yumeng now, and even more so, I believe she wouldn't do such a thing."
"I know you're biased towards her, but this isn't something that can be resolved by you constantly protecting her."
Elder Zhan also wished that Wei Yumeng had nothing to do with this.
"In fact, I've already been investigating how this matter unfolded, and I have indeed obtained some information."
Hearing this, Elder Zhan became anxious. "What did you find out?"
But Zhan Mohan shook his head. "That information is far from enough, and I can't even confirm my suspicions. Therefore, I cannot tell you yet."
Elder Zhan understood Zhan Mohan's concerns. This matter, frankly speaking, was an internal affair of the Zhan family, and it concerned their peace.
Therefore, before Zhan Mohan could figure everything out, he absolutely would not voice his suspicions without evidence. If the final outcome turned out differently, it would only further strain the relationships within the Zhan family.
"Very well, then you will investigate this matter for me. But I want you to understand one thing: you are not just Wei Yumeng's husband now, but also the head of the Zhan family. Everything should prioritize the Zhan family."
Zhan Mohan nodded. "I understand. Therefore, I will not let my personal emotions interfere with this matter."
Elder Zhan sighed. "Alright, I'm tired. You can go back."
When Zhan Mohan returned to the room, he saw Wei Yumeng looking pale. Upon seeing him, she immediately stood up.
"Mohan, what did Grandpa say to you?"
Zhan Mohan gently stroked her hair to comfort her. "Nothing much. Grandpa just learned about this matter and found it hard to accept, so he asked me for some details."
"Then Grandpa..."
Wei Yumeng's heart was filled with trepidation. Although Zhan Mohan had been managing the daily affairs of the Zhan Corporation for some time, if Elder Zhan were to make a decision, he could do so without regard for Zhan Mohan's feelings. She could almost guess what kind of decision Elder Zhan would make.
"Don't be afraid. I've explained the situation to Grandpa. He's given me time to thoroughly investigate what happened. I believe you didn't do such a thing, and what you did will leave traces. I'm confident I can clear your name."
Wei Yumeng lowered her head. It wasn't that she didn't believe Zhan Mohan. It was just that she didn't know how much more time Elder Zhan would give her to prove herself.