As Jiang Siyu's increasingly frantic voice echoed from the phone, Feng Shiming couldn't help but feel a pang of hesitation. They had already set their sights on this child twice, and both times Wei Yumeng had managed to evade them.
They were surely on guard now, and any further harm to the child might lead to their own downfall instead of success.
But Jiang Siyu refused to listen to any dissuasion. "I will never give up on Ahan. I've loved him for so many years, how can I hand him over to someone else? How can I let another woman carry his child!"
"But the fact is, he's fallen in love with Wei Yumeng, and she's pregnant and about to give birth. What can you do if you're unwilling?"
Feng Shiming was also growing weary after so much effort, especially after witnessing Zhan Mohan's undisguised favoritism and protection towards Wei Yumeng time and again. She suddenly wondered what the point of their continued obstruction was.
However, Jiang Siyu's mind was unwilling to consider these things. Feng Shiming's words irritated her, so she directly hung up the phone.
No matter what, she was unwilling to see Wei Yumeng happily become the woman by Zhan Mohan's side.
These concerns, however, were temporarily outside Wei Yumeng's consideration.
Previously, she had worried about basic necessities and child-rearing due to her lack of work and savings. Now, all these issues had been resolved.
It was only now that she realized that with Zhan Mohan by her side, she truly didn't have to worry about anything.
Zhan Mohan, having been confined for a few days, felt extremely uncomfortable. Having clarified everything with Wei Yumeng, he was in the mood to take a good bath and make himself more comfortable.
After they had both tidied themselves up, Fang Xun called at the opportune moment, stating that he had found a place for Mu Linjing and was preparing to help her settle in.
Wei Yumeng remembered her luggage was still at the hotel and asked Zhan Mohan to accompany her to retrieve it. It would also be a chance to see Mu Linjing's new home.
As Mu Linjing and Fang Xun were busy packing their belongings, they saw Wei Yumeng appear before them, arm in arm with Zhan Mohan. Her expression was even more exaggerated than seeing a male celebrity in person.
"Yumeng, you and Mr. Zhan have reconciled so quickly?"
She had expected it to take some time for them to resolve their issues, but their speed was truly astonishing.
Upon hearing this, Wei Yumeng shook her clasped hands with Zhan Mohan. "Do you need any help?"
At that, Mu Linjing repeatedly shook her head. "My assistant and I are enough. We wouldn't dare trouble you."
As they teased each other, the packing didn't feel tiring. Only Fang Xun suffered, enduring his boss's public display of affection while working overtime for free.
After packing, he was the first to run downstairs to drive the car, then he carried the boxes into the elevator again and again. The sight of him sweating profusely made Wei Yumeng feel a little embarrassed.
"Why don't you give Assistant Fang a raise?"
As soon as the "boss's wife" spoke, Fang Xun's ears perked up. However, as a qualified businessman, Zhan Mohan naturally aimed to minimize unnecessary expenses, and his words dashed Fang Xun's hopes of a bonus.
"Assistant Fang is making up for his shortcomings at work. There's no need for a raise."
Fang Xun's heart sank upon hearing this, and he almost dropped the boxes. "Mr. Zhan, no way! I've been diligent and conscientious in my work, and Mrs. definitely sees it."
Zhan Mohan gave him a look of "I can't be bothered to expose you," but he still did so without hesitation. "The company's backlog of documents has been sent to my email. I don't know if you have work or not?"
Fang Xun immediately felt a bit deflated. Indeed, he had also been absent for quite some time.
With nothing more to say, he could only purse his lips and mumble softly, "Wasn't I protecting Mrs.? Otherwise, she would have been bullied."
Zhan Mohan could selectively ignore requests for employee raises, but when it came to matters involving Wei Yumeng, he wouldn't miss a single word.
"What did you just say about Mrs.? Who bullied her?"
Fang Xun didn't react immediately, so Mu Linjing answered for him. "Isn't it Yumeng's sister? She brought a good man today and almost beat us up."
Now that she had Zhan Mohan's backing, Mu Linjing was eager to recount all the grievances Wei Yumeng had suffered recently. However, remembering how furious Mr. Zhan could get, she decided to start with the most annoying incident.
She recounted the events at the restaurant to Zhan Mohan in meticulous detail. His face darkened, resembling an impending storm.
"Fang Xun, investigate that person's company. By tomorrow, I want to see news of his bankruptcy. I'll give you a raise if you handle it well."
Fang Xun's spirits immediately soared. As expected of the Mrs., she was truly exceptional.
Fang Xun could almost imagine that if he ever did something wrong and angered Mr. Zhan in the future, he could come to be Mrs.'s bodyguard.
Zhan Mohan was unaware of his many thoughts. Recalling how Wei Yumeng had endured humiliation in his absence, he felt a surge of remorse, and thus vented his anger on those who had dared to provoke her.
Seeing his formidable protection, Wei Yumeng leaned her head gently on his shoulder. With him around, she would never be bullied by anyone again.
Fang Xun was remarkably efficient. Perhaps spurred by the prospect of a raise, by noon the next day, news of Old Zhang's company bankruptcy had already been reported by various media outlets.
In the video, Old Zhang's arm was bandaged, indicating that Fang Xun's actions yesterday had not been light. Today, he had acted with thunderous force, completely dismantling the business.
Wei Yumeng watched the news at home. Zhan Mohan also did not go to the company. Having dealt with the accumulated backlog of documents overnight, he decided to dedicate his time to Wei Yumeng today and do whatever she wished.
Wei Yumeng thought for a moment. There was indeed something she had always wanted to do with him, and today was the perfect opportunity. It was better to act than to delay.
"Then accompany me for a stroll. I'll take you to a good place."
To see the "good place" she spoke of, Zhan Mohan drove her to a shopping mall. As soon as Wei Yumeng entered, she led him directly towards the mother and baby stores on the second floor.
Zhan Mohan had not expected her to take him to a mother and baby store. Looking at these unfamiliar items, his feeling of becoming a father became even more pronounced.
"I've always wanted to shop in a store like this with you. We can pick out some things for our child together."
As she spoke, Wei Yumeng picked up a shopping basket and handed it to him. This had indeed been her long-held wish. After all, what woman wouldn't want to witness their child's growth alongside their beloved?
Although Zhan Mohan couldn't name any of these items, he still followed her with the shopping basket, listening as she explained the uses of each item.
This was also the first time he truly felt the hardship and greatness of nurturing a new life.
Upon exiting the mother and baby store, Zhan Mohan's hands were full of items. Just as he was about to ask Wei Yumeng if there was anything else she wanted to buy, he noticed her gaze fixed on something behind him.
Before he could turn around, he heard a woman's voice, "Sister, what a coincidence, we meet again. Don't you think this is fate?"
Wei Yumeng was speechless. She didn't particularly cherish this so-called fate.
Wei Jin, of course, continued her nagging. "Sister, you're pregnant and buying so many things. Brother-in-law is so busy, you should be more considerate, don't spend money carelessly, and don't you dare use his money to keep a gigolo!"
Since Zhan Mohan was facing Wei Yumeng, Wei Jin couldn't see his face. From the back, she assumed Wei Yumeng had seduced someone else's fiancé and came to mock her from afar.
Wei Yumeng recalled that Old Zhang had gone bankrupt and had expected Wei Jin to fall on hard times too. To her surprise, Wei Jin seemed unaffected.
"Your boyfriend went bankrupt, and you're still out shopping? I should be the one teaching you a lesson."
When Wei Jin heard her mention Old Zhang, she looked disgusted. "Don't mention that old geezer to me. How dare he be my boyfriend? As for you, sister, the rumors about you and the Xin family were all the rage before. Don't push Brother-in-law too far, or your life won't be easy."
Repeatedly mentioned, Zhan Mohan finally turned around. "Then tell me, what will happen if you push me too far?"
He turned around, and Wei Jin was so startled that she gasped. "Brother-in-law? I..."
Wei Jin stammered "I..." for a long time but ultimately said nothing. Zhan Mohan's innate aura of pressure made her completely forget how to speak.