Although Wei Yumeng still held no good feelings for Zhan Yangyi, it was a fact that he had helped her. Moreover, perhaps she could help Zhan Mohan obtain some news about Zhan Yangyi.
Wei Yumeng could only nod: "Alright then, since it's Mr. Zhan's invitation, of course I have to go."
Hearing Wei Yumeng's words, Zhan Yangyi smiled even more: "This is my honor."
Wei Yumeng had always thought that Zhan Yangyi's company was not much different from Feng Group, and he wouldn't take her to a very expensive place. But she was wrong; this person's status was probably more formidable than she imagined.
Zhan Yangyi took her to the most luxurious hotel in the city. In fact, Wei Yumeng herself had only been there a few times. Although the cost here was not a problem for Zhan Mohan, for a company like Feng Group, they would have no chance to come here.
Wei Yumeng couldn't help but turn to look at Zhan Yangyi. Zhan Yangyi seemed to sense Wei Yumeng's gaze but did not turn to look at her, only the corners of his lips turned up slightly.
Wei Yumeng's heart pounded. If he were truly a member of the Zhan family, then Zhan Mohan would surely know.
This couldn't help but remind her of her guess. Zhan Yangyi and Zhan Mohan were so similar, and both had distinguished backgrounds. Could they really have a special relationship with Zhan Mohan?
"Mr. Zhan, please come in." As soon as the receptionist at the door saw Zhan Yangyi, she walked forward enthusiastically to greet him.
Another receptionist proactively stepped forward to help Wei Yumeng with her bag and take her coat.
Wei Yumeng felt that these people were a bit too enthusiastic, which made her feel quite awkward.
"Mr. Zhan, I think we can just find a casual place, no need to come to such an extravagant venue."
Zhan Yangyi smiled: "How can this be considered extravagant? Since I am to host Miss Wei as the owner, naturally I must do my best."
Even the receptionist beside them chimed in, "Miss, please don't be polite. Mr. Zhan is a regular here, but this is the first time we've seen him bring a lady here."
These words made Wei Yumeng even more embarrassed. Did these people mistake her for Zhan Yangyi's companion? She never had such an idea.
Zhan Yangyi seemed to have noticed Wei Yumeng's embarrassment, so he said to the staff: "Don't scare Miss Wei, she and I are just business partners."
Although he said this, Wei Yumeng felt that the receptionists' gazes became even more audacious, as if to say, even if they weren't now, perhaps they would be in the future.
Wei Yumeng couldn't help but put her hand to her forehead, wondering how she was supposed to resolve this situation.
Zhan Yangyi, however, seemed unconcerned and simply said to the receptionist: "Find us a private room, a refined one, to match Miss Wei's temperament."
"Certainly, the two of you, please follow me."
Although Zhan Yangyi's demeanor had been consistently generous, it made Wei Yumeng feel increasingly uneasy. She had initially thought it was just a casual meal, but the current grandeur was already making her a bit nervous.
"Here we are. Please use your mobile phones to order your meals."
Zhan Yangyi, however, directly told the receptionist: "No need for such trouble, just bring us one of each of your signature dishes."
"Wait." Wei Yumeng immediately stopped him: "We can't eat that much."
As Wei Yumeng spoke, she looked at Zhan Yangyi with pleading eyes, as he was the host after all.
But Zhan Yangyi looked at her, his eyes filled with deeper amusement: "It's fine, do as I say."
The receptionist, perhaps afraid Wei Yumeng would stop her again, quickly left.
Wei Yumeng sighed helplessly. What exactly was this situation now? Why did she feel like things were getting stranger and stranger?
Zhan Yangyi looked at Wei Yumeng, who seemed a little uneasy, and said gently: "It's alright. Zhan Mohan isn't here these days anyway, so you don't have to worry about him finding out."
Wei Yumeng's mouth twitched even more. His words made it sound as if they were doing something clandestine.
Suddenly, Wei Yumeng realized something was wrong. How could Zhan Yangyi know that Zhan Mohan was not in town? She remembered that Zhan Mohan's trip was very hasty, so much so that he didn't have time to arrange many things, and not many people would even know that Zhan Mohan had left the city.
But Zhan Yangyi knew. This was completely wrong.
There was only one answer: Zhan Yangyi knew the reason for Zhan Mohan's departure, and perhaps the reason was related to him. The whole thing might have been arranged by Zhan Yangyi.
However, Wei Yumeng couldn't confirm this yet and could only try to probe indirectly.
"Mr. Zhan is joking. Mohan traveling on business is a common occurrence; I'm already used to it."
Zhan Yangyi sighed: "Then it seems Zhan Mohan truly doesn't know how to cherish. If I had someone like you by my side, I wouldn't be able to bear to leave you."
Wei Yumeng shook her head: "It's understandable for men to prioritize their careers. Moreover, I know how to take care of myself. I'm just a little worried about how things are going with Mohan."
Zhan Yangyi's lips curved: "I'm afraid the matters over there will keep him busy for quite some time."
"Yes, I also heard him talk about the situation over there. It's indeed not easy to handle, but it shouldn't be a difficult task for Mohan."
"That's not necessarily true. That incident has likely already affected the local police and the public, and it's not something that can be resolved easily."
As soon as Zhan Yangyi finished speaking, he felt Wei Yumeng's gaze on him.
Wei Yumeng looked at him coldly. In reality, Zhan Mohan hadn't told her what had happened, as he didn't want her to worry. So, if even she didn't know about it, how could Zhan Yangyi possibly know?
And under such hasty circumstances, Zhan Mohan hadn't told anyone else either.
This could only mean that the incident was orchestrated by Zhan Yangyi himself; he was the instigator.
"It seems I've been found out." Zhan Yangyi even chuckled: "You are indeed a clever woman. However, sometimes men don't want women to be too clever."
"What exactly do you want?" Wei Yumeng asked coldly.
"What do I want? Don't you already know? I intend to make Zhan Group fall from heaven into hell. Of course, your husband too."
Before Zhan Yangyi could finish speaking, Wei Yumeng grabbed his collar.
"Who are you? Why are you doing this? What grudge do you have against Mohan?"
Despite their tense interaction, Zhan Yangyi didn't struggle, allowing Wei Yumeng to hold his collar.
"The grudge between us is huge. It's just that perhaps even he himself doesn't know the truth of the matter now. Don't you think he's a pitiable person?"
Wei Yumeng hesitated before speaking: "Are you really... biological brothers with Mohan?"