Zhan Jinzhi's condition was indeed not difficult, but it was different for Zoe.
His Alfred family had always been prominent figures abroad, and he had never apologized to anyone in his life. Now, he was being coerced by a child into apologizing to a woman. If he did, it would be a black mark on his life. But if he refused, as Zhan Jinzhi had said, what if the Zhan Group really stopped the project? The funds they had already invested far exceeded those of the Zhan Group. Their losses might not be compensated for a long time.
Chai Yanyu stroked his chin, observing Zoe. He knew Zoe's temper well and had guessed what he was thinking.
"Zoe, we don't have much time. We just came out of the hospital while your sister was resting. According to the time, we only have fifteen minutes left. If you can't give us a satisfactory answer, then I'm sorry, our Chai Corporation will also terminate all projects with you."
This immediately made Zoe break out in a cold sweat. This was the first step for their family business to enter China. If the projects were terminated by both sides simultaneously, their plan would completely collapse.
Zhan Jinzhi also took out his phone and showed the screen to Zoe, the time ticking away. "Mr. Zoe, what is your answer?"
Finally, Zoe spoke, "Okay, I promise!" But even though he said that, his heart wasn't truly intending to do so. As long as he could send Zhan Jinzhi away for now, he could decide what to do later.
However, Chai Yanyu's voice came close to him. "Don't think you can fool us. Since you've agreed, I'll have my assistant draft the relevant documents later, and I hope you will take it seriously." He then looked at Zhan Jinzhi. "I'll handle the rest. What do you think, little Mr. Zhan?"
Zhan Jinzhi nodded. "Mm, no problem."
Chai Yanyu clapped his hands. "Alright, since things are settled, we should head back to the hospital. Mr. Zoe, I hope you are a man of your word." With that, he left Zoe's villa with Zhan Jinzhi.
Zoe clenched his fists, feeling unwilling but with no other recourse.
Walking on the road, Chai Yanyu couldn't help but ask, "Where did you get the information about those projects?"
Zhan Jinzhi then said, "Mom has been very busy lately, and she's worked very hard. I wanted to help, so I secretly looked at the documents in the study. I also know that this Zoe has contacted Mom many times, but Mom didn't want to take his calls."
Chai Yanyu now understood why Zhan Jinzhi was so sure that Zoe had problems. Although their provocation today might not have been entirely reasonable, as Zoe might have acted unintentionally, it had at least taught Zoe a lesson and made him stay away from Wei Yumeng in the future.
When they returned to the hospital, they overheard a conversation at the door of the ward.
"Yumeng, you know I didn't mean it that way. I'm just worried about you." Chen Yutong's voice was filled with anxiety.
Wei Yumeng's tone also became agitated. "Get out! I want to be alone."
"Yumeng, I..." Chen Yutong still wanted to say something.
It was at this moment that Chai Yanyu and Zhan Jinzhi walked into the ward. Chai Yanyu naturally sided with Wei Yumeng and coldly looked at Chen Yutong. "Miss Chen, please leave first and let Sister rest."
Chen Yutong then stood up and walked out of the ward. She felt heartbroken, but she also knew that her words had indeed touched Wei Yumeng's raw nerves. Who would want to abort their child?
Zhan Yangyi had just returned from buying something when he saw Chen Yutong sitting sadly on a chair in the corridor.
"Yutong, why are you here?" Zhan Yangyi looked at her with some concern.
"Yangyi, did I really do something wrong?" Chen Yutong looked distressed. "I know no one would abandon their child, but... but the situation is different now. Mohan's fate is unknown, and she's already going to have two children. What if... what if Mohan really doesn't come back, and she has to raise three children alone? How will she survive?"
Zhan Yangyi also frowned. Although they had insisted on searching for Zhan Mohan, a long time had passed, and they still hadn't found him. What were the chances of finding him now? Although he didn't want to think negatively, perhaps it was time to consider this issue.
"What you said makes sense, but Yumeng has just found out she's pregnant. She might not be able to accept it yet. Let's take it slow."
Chen Yutong could only nod.
In the ward, Chai Yanyu and Zhan Jinzhi were accompanying Wei Yumeng. They also knew that the conversation between Wei Yumeng and Chen Yutong earlier had not been pleasant, so they simply didn't bring it up again.
"Where is Shiqing?" Zhan Jinzhi asked first.
Wei Yumeng then said, "It's getting late, I asked the housekeeper to take her back to rest."
Zhan Jinzhi nodded.
Chai Yanyu said to Zhan Jinzhi, "You should go back to sleep too. I'll take care of things here."
"Oh." Zhan Jinzhi was surprisingly obedient and prepared to leave. However, after a few steps, he seemed to remember something and said to Wei Yumeng, "Mom, we've handled Mr. Zoe's matter. You don't have to worry about him doing anything from now on. Even if Dad isn't here, I will protect you with my strength." With that, he left.
Wei Yumeng was about to say something when Chai Yanyu said, "My car and driver are still downstairs. He'll take the child home."
Wei Yumeng finally breathed a sigh of relief, but she still asked, "What did Jinzhi mean by that just now?"
Chai Yanyu then selectively told her about the previous events. After hearing it, Wei Yumeng found it hard to believe. Although she knew Zhan Jinzhi was more mature and intelligent than children his age, she hadn't expected him to go this far. Thinking about it, she felt a bit angry and couldn't help but blame him. "No matter what, he's still a child. How could you mess around with him like that?"
"Yes, yes, Sister, I was wrong, okay? But the outcome isn't too bad."
Wei Yumeng looked at Chai Yanyu. In fact, she knew very well that Chai Yanyu always had his own plans for everything he did. Perhaps this incident was just an opportunity for him to deal with Zoe.
Recalling some previous conversations, Wei Yumeng then asked, "Ah Yu, tell me, do you know that Mr. Zoe has been... towards me..."
Chai Yanyu shrugged. "Not only do I know, but the reason I took you around today was because I noticed someone was following you. If I hadn't accompanied you, you might have been intercepted."
Wei Yumeng nodded, as expected.