When Zhan Yichen said how could he not like Mu Linjing, Wei Yumeng was immensely relieved. A person's subconscious is a terrifying thing. When a man takes cherishing a woman as a mission he cannot avoid, it means the woman has chosen the right person.
As long as they could get through Wen Yulan’s hurdle, their future life would undoubtedly be as sweet as honey and smooth as silk.
However, these words, falling into Wen Yulan’s ears, infuriated her greatly. She even ignored that Old Master Zhan was present, slammed the table, and stood up, pointing a finger at Mu Linjing, "How is she worthy of my son? She is even less worthy of the Zhan family. I will never agree to you being together."
Her words were almost exactly as Zhan Yichen had predicted. But in their first confrontation, Zhan Yichen did not want to back down. Because once this matter was broached, the situation would only escalate and become increasingly severe.
He had promised not to let Mu Linjing suffer such grievances, so naturally, he would support her every time.
"I said I like her, and she is my girlfriend. I am not seeking your opinion to have you critique her from head to toe. I am telling you that I have a girlfriend."
He firmly held Mu Linjing’s hand, clearly expressing his refusal to yield.
Mu Linjing, who was standing behind him and hadn't had a chance to say a word, suddenly felt he seemed much taller looking at his back. She used to think his actions were unreliable, but when it came to serious matters, he gave her more security than anyone else.
Wen Yulan was almost angered to the point of fainting. She pointed at him for a long time before she could speak, "Do you want to anger me to death? What's wrong with Miss Qiao? In terms of family background, looks, or education, which aspect is inferior to this woman? How could I have given birth to such an ungrateful son?"
Speaking of this, Zhan Yichen's anger also flared up. If it weren't for that blind date, would he and Mu Linjing have argued? They knew that every argument was a drain on their relationship.
"I am not saying Miss Qiao is not good, but she is not the person I like. The blind date was also a trick you used to get me there. Since you brought it up, I will be direct: do not use such tactics again in the future. Otherwise, I cannot guarantee your reputation will remain intact."
"Enough!"
Old Master Zhan had been sitting in the main seat the entire time. This scene of a mother complaining about her son, and her son threatening his mother, truly angered him. "Listen to yourselves, what are you saying? Do you sound like mother and son? Both of you, speak less. Yichen, handle your own matters. Yulan, do not interfere too much."
This statement also clarified his stance. When the most senior person did not object, Wen Yulan's obstruction became considerably weaker.
She was bewildered. Did Old Master Zhan not know Mu Linjing's background? How could a daughter raised in such a humble family be worthy of the Zhan family?
What was most unbearable to her was that Mu Linjing had no background. In the future, Zhan Yichen would always be overshadowed by Zhan Mohan. Whether it was family inheritance or other matters, they would only be able to pick up what Zhan Mohan left behind. She had endured humiliation for so many years, hoping her son would surpass Zhan Mohan when he grew up, even replace him.
Now, with this woman who was of no help to Zhan Yichen suddenly appearing, she naturally could not accept it.
However, Old Master Zhan had spoken, and his tone was not friendly. She dared not openly defy him, so she could only think of ways to make them break up on their own.
Seeing her mumbling, Wei Yumeng knew she was concocting some malicious schemes again. Mu Linjing’s days would probably not be easy in the future.
But with Old Master Zhan's words to suppress the situation, this breakfast concluded peacefully on the surface.
Zhan Mohan and his family began preparing to go to work when, unexpectedly, an uninvited guest arrived early in the morning.
When Cen Yuan brought Jing Yan in, he was carrying several gift baskets of tonics. Before Old Master Zhan could even manage a smile, Jiang Siyu appeared in everyone's sight behind him.
Jiang Siyu was someone no one in this household welcomed. Everyone's expression suddenly turned cold after seeing Jing Yan's intention to be enthusiastic.
Old Master Zhan let out a heavy sigh, his face grim. "What are you here for?"
Jing Yan knew everyone disliked Jiang Siyu, as she had indeed wronged the Zhan family before. Now, as Jiang Siyu's boyfriend, he naturally had to protect her.
Handing the tonics to Cen Yuan, he approached with a fawning smile. "Grandpa Zhan, I heard Yichen had some trouble yesterday. Siyu and I came to check on him today, and we specifically brought you some tonics. They were all chosen by Siyu, and she also wants to apologize for her previous offenses."
Jiang Siyu also stepped forward immediately, "Grandpa Zhan, I..."
Old Master Zhan raised his hand to interrupt her. "The Zhan family lacks nothing in terms of tonics, and I am in very good health. I don't need these. Take them all back."
This refusal was considered polite out of consideration for Jing Yan. Otherwise, if it were solely up to Jiang Siyu, the Zhan family might have detained her and subjected her to torture to vent their anger, as she had harmed the great-grandchild whom Old Master Zhan held dear to his heart.
Jing Yan knew that apologizing to the Zhan family would not be smooth, but without using the excuse of visiting Zhan Yichen, they truly had no suitable reason. He could only stubbornly stay, doing his utmost for Jiang Siyu.
This displeased Zhan Mohan greatly. He wished he could just punch Jing Yan and wake him up. According to his investigation, Jiang Siyu had gradually begun to encroach upon Jing Yan's private assets. If he hadn't been so busy recently and if there hadn't been the plane crash, he would have already spoken to Jing Yan about this matter.
So, he spoke up to warn him, "Jing Yan, as a friend, I advise you to know when to stop. There was a living example right before you. Don't follow in his footsteps."
Jing Yan knew he was referring to Bai Jing. But during this period, he had not noticed any suspicious signs with Jiang Siyu by his side. Perhaps he was unwilling to believe that Jiang Siyu was deceiving him from the bottom of his heart, or perhaps his emotions had overridden his reason, leading him to stubbornly believe that Jiang Siyu had truly reformed.
At this moment, Jiang Siyu began her act of veiled manipulation again. "Ahan, I know you have many misunderstandings about me. I did make some mistakes before, but I've thought everything through now. You wouldn't even give me a chance to reform, would you?"
To say such a thing, she truly had an incredible thickness of skin. Hearing this, Wei Yumeng's chest heaved. She retorted coldly, "If there were so many chances in the world for people to correct their mistakes, there wouldn't be so many people locked up in prison. For example, Bai Jing."
She couldn't help but retort. Why should Jiang Siyu casually ask for a chance with a few words? Could the grievances and dangers she and her child had suffered be so easily forgotten?