The situation unfolded exactly as Zhan Yangyi had anticipated. As soon as Zhan Mohan officially took over the entire project, his first action was to remove Zhan Yangyi from the collaborative team.
However, by now, Zhan Yangyi had already made all the necessary arrangements, and was, in fact, almost hoping Zhan Mohan would act this way.
The project managed by Wei Yumeng and Zhan Yangyi involved a collaboration with foreign investors to construct a residential community in China with a welfare mechanism.
Individuals could obtain the privilege of low-cost rental housing by providing proof of their financial situation and corresponding assets.
This project, as a welfare initiative, had even garnered praise from many media outlets.
This was one of the reasons why Wei Yumeng was determined to see the project through.
Every time she thought of the places she had visited with Zhan Yangyi and the homeless people she had encountered, she felt a desire to contribute to society.
In fact, whenever she thought about it, Wei Yumeng felt that while Zhan Yangyi appeared somewhat cunning on the surface, he might actually be a soft-hearted person underneath.
“Mohan, my project is essentially complete now. According to the original plan, today we were scheduled to arrange for the first wave of people who were previously selected to move in.”
Wei Yumeng patiently explained to Zhan Mohan, “The floors they will be occupying are the earliest ones completed and have undergone comprehensive inspection.”
Zhan Mohan nodded. Although he had reviewed the relevant documents before coming, he didn't object to Wei Yumeng explaining it to him in person.
As this was the first real estate project in the city with a welfare mechanism, several reporters from entertainment companies were deliberately arranged to be among the first wave of residents to experience it firsthand for publicity purposes.
Because Wei Yumeng and Zhan Yangyi had planned the entire project so meticulously, Zhan Mohan had little to do other than wait for the results.
However, no one could have predicted that problems would arise in a project that was so perfectly prepared.
Upon arriving at Feng Corporation, Wei Yumeng found the company in chaos.
“Wu Yi, what’s going on? What’s with all those reporters?”
Wu Yi rushed towards Wei Yumeng upon seeing her, “Ms. Wei, you don’t know yet? The previous welfare project has encountered problems.”
Wei Yumeng was slightly taken aback, “Where did it go wrong? I haven’t heard anything.”
Wu Yi explained, “We specifically selected a few reporters to move in for promotional purposes, and it was they who discovered the issues. They found that some indicators in the rooms were abnormal, and even the chemical substances in the paint used at the front were not up to standard.”
Hearing this, Wei Yumeng found it hard to believe, “How is that possible? We personally inspected everything. How could there be problems?”
“But those reporters did bring instruments to record the measurements, and the footage has now spread all over the internet.”
Wu Yi hesitated for a moment before saying, “Actually, we’ve only had some reporters investigating here. The most troublesome situation right now is likely with Zhan Corporation.”
As she spoke, Wu Yi handed her phone to Wei Yumeng, showing the news report from that day.
“Everyone can now see Zhan Corporation behind me, the entity responsible for this welfare project. Through the lens, we can see they are even facing condemnation from all sectors of society.”
Following the reporter’s gaze, Zhan Corporation’s main entrance was surrounded by various banners, and even some citizens were gathered there, demanding an explanation.
Wei Yumeng felt a pang of distress. Zhan Mohan had done nothing after taking over this project, so why should he bear such responsibility?
Furthermore, the fact that the reporters who happened to move in were carrying detectors made the entire incident seem unnatural.
Wei Yumeng’s immediate thought was to see Zhan Mohan as soon as possible and discuss how to handle this matter.
She didn't even return to her office, heading directly to Zhan Corporation.
Indeed, the area below Zhan Corporation was already crowded with people, even more than what was shown in the video earlier.
Although Wei Yumeng suspected some people were just there to join the commotion, it was undeniably causing a significant impact on Zhan Corporation.
As Wei Yumeng was pondering how to get through the crowd to find Zhan Mohan, her shoulder was tapped.
Wei Yumeng turned around abruptly, only to find Fang Xun.
“Madam, President Zhan already anticipated you would come, so he asked me to wait for you here.”
Wei Yumeng quickly asked, “Then how do we get in?”
Fang Xun shook his head, “President Zhan said he will handle this matter and hopes you will not get involved further. You are already a related party to this project, and your appearance at this time would not only affect you but also likely Feng Corporation.”
“How can this be? By rights, Mohan has very little to do with this matter. It’s all me…”
Thinking of this, Wei Yumeng felt incredibly distressed. Regardless of whether there was a conspiracy behind this incident, it was clear that she was more responsible for the project. Why should all the blame be placed on Zhan Corporation?
With this thought, Wei Yumeng strode forward, intending to tell the reporters directly that she was the one who had truly managed the project from beginning to end.
However, after only a few steps, Fang Xun immediately stopped Wei Yumeng.
“Madam, please don’t act impulsively. This situation is still within Zhan Corporation’s control. If you take all this responsibility onto yourself, it would be a catastrophe for Feng Corporation.”
Wei Yumeng was surprised, “How did you know what I wanted to do?”
Did Fang Xun already understand her that well?
Fang Xun gave an embarrassed chuckle, “President Zhan anticipated it beforehand, which is why he specifically asked me to wait for you here to prevent you from doing anything foolish.”
Wei Yumeng felt frustrated and even a little wronged.
She genuinely felt bad for Zhan Mohan, wondering why he had to bear these problems. It was truly unfair.
Moreover, she felt she should be standing by Zhan Mohan’s side now, facing everything together with him, but he was now shutting her out.
She knew her own strength was limited, but even so, she still wanted to help in some small way, even if it was just a tiny bit.
Yet, all she could do now was stand below the building, trying to look towards Zhan Mohan’s office, but seeing nothing.
Fang Xun felt a twinge of pity. In reality, the situation was much worse than it appeared. Because the project originally had welfare provisions, it had received the support of various welfare institutions. At this moment, Zhan Mohan was probably overwhelmed dealing with those institutions.