Listening to Wei Yumeng's analysis, Mu Linjing found herself unable to refute anything, and could only support her decision and offer comfort when she was sad.
The next day, she went to the company as usual, appearing as if nothing had happened.
Even so, those idle colleagues would not let go of any opportunity to make others unhappy.
"Did you see the news? Young Master Zhan and Miss Jiang are truly a match made in heaven, a perfect pair."
"Isn't that right? In the photos, Young Master Zhan is so gentle with Miss Jiang. We've never seen Young Master Zhan smile so kindly before."
"What do you say, Yumeng?"
Wei Yumeng did hear these words, but the more she chose to ignore them, the more people insisted on forcing them into her ears.
Holding the documents, she did not respond and walked away. Knowing that others were deliberately mocking her, she naturally wouldn't be foolish enough to fall for it.
A moment later, Fang Xun came to find her, saying that Young Master Zhan wanted to see her.
Not knowing why Zhan Mohan was looking for her, she took several deep breaths before knocking on the door as if nothing was wrong.
"Come in."
Only after receiving permission did she enter.
"Young Master Zhan, you were looking for me?"
"Pack up and come with me to meet a client."
Meeting clients was not her turn, after all, she had Feng Shiyi above her.
"I'm going with you?"
Zhan Mohan then raised his eyelids. "Shiyi is out discussing other business. You've been handling this project all along, so you'll come with me."
Having confirmed the reason, she said no more, prepared the materials, and went out with Zhan Mohan.
The two were silent all the way. Upon arriving at the hotel, Wei Yumeng still adhered to her duties as an employee, getting out of the car first and then walking around to open the door for Zhan Mohan.
Seeing her so distant, Zhan Mohan's eyes flickered slightly, and after a moment of dullness, he stepped out of the car.
In the private room, Manager Zhang had been waiting for some time. Seeing Zhan Mohan arrive late, he stood up to greet him.
He did not expect the woman accompanying Zhan Mohan to be pregnant, and he couldn't help but chuckle.
"Young Master Zhan, it's really not easy to meet you. Please sit down quickly."
Zhan Mohan disliked pleasantries and sat down directly.
Wei Yumeng looked around and, after Manager Zhang sat down, chose a seat next to Zhan Mohan.
Manager Zhang then got a clear look at her appearance. Although pregnant, if one didn't look at her belly, her figure and face were still quite good.
"And who is this?"
With a woman's intuition, Wei Yumeng clearly felt Manager Zhang's gaze was not friendly. However, due to the cooperative relationship between the two parties, she still had to put on a smiling face.
"Hello, Manager Zhang. I am an employee of Zhan's. I have been following this project all along, so I am accompanying Young Master Zhan today."
She wore a perfunctory smile, and her polite distance displeased Manager Zhang.
"I didn't expect Young Master Zhan to be discussing business and bringing a pregnant woman. Don't employees on maternity leave go back to the company?"
Zhan Mohan sneered, but Wei Yumeng's answer was even quicker.
"Zhan's employees certainly have maternity leave. I personally felt well and wanted to work a few more days. Besides, with an employer as humane and considerate of his subordinates as Young Master Zhan, we naturally want to help him more. Our company is very friendly to employees, and choosing to cooperate with us, Manager Zhang, is definitely the right decision."
She spoke neither subserviently nor obsequiously. While it sounded official, it also gave the highest praise to Zhan Mohan and Zhan's.
Although Manager Zhang listened with displeasure, Zhan Mohan quietly tugged at the corner of his lips.
Seeing her clear expression, without any insincerity, brought the first ray of sunshine to Zhan Mohan's gloomy mood in days.
"With such eloquent employees, Young Master Zhan has no fear of not closing deals. This young lady must have outstanding performance, and her promotion must be quite fast, right?"
In the workplace, everyone knew that saying a woman's promotion and salary increase speed was fast was nine times out of ten not a compliment. Wei Yumeng naturally understood this.
"Manager Zhang, your words are too subjective. Zhan's has always valued employees' abilities. Moreover, I was merely stating the truth just now."
Manager Zhang was about to say something else but was interrupted by Zhan Mohan raising his hand. "I am here today to discuss the cooperation on this project. If Manager Zhang is interested in our company's system and employee benefits, you can come to Zhan's for a good visit another day."
His immensely intimidating eyes made Manager Zhang feel as if he had thorns on his back. He could only let Wei Yumeng go for now and proactively opened the project proposal.
"Since you followed this project from start to finish, please give us an overview. This way, both Manager Zhang and I can have a more comprehensive understanding of the project."
Manager Zhang looked at Wei Yumeng, with his fingers crossed on his knees, adopting an attitude of waiting to see how this "vase" would make a fool of herself.
However, his expectations were destined to be dashed. After all, although Wei Yumeng looked like a vase, she was actually quite competent. She was intimately familiar with the documents and materials of the projects she followed, and this test was a piece of cake for her.
Seeing her confident demeanor, Zhan Mohan was not worried at all and leisurely sipped the tea on the table.
After listening to her summary, Manager Zhang's face turned black, the fat on his cheeks trembling with anger. He was just short of having the words "embarrassed" carved on his forehead.
After all, any man wanted to see absolute adoration in any woman. However, Wei Yumeng did not give him any sense of superiority.
"Manager Zhang, do you have any other questions?"
Upon hearing this, Manager Zhang coughed lightly to conceal his embarrassment. "Then let's continue our discussion. I will ask you at any time."
It was ostensibly to test the employee for Zhan Mohan, but in reality, he was deliberately trying to pick a fight. It was a pity that almost every difficulty he created was self-inflicted humiliation, making her very displeased.
The project was basically finalized, and it was also time for lunch.
"Young Master Zhan, would you do me the honor of joining me for lunch? The wine at this restaurant is excellent."
Speaking of lunch, Wei Yumeng's stomach let out a fittingly loud gurgle.
Embarrassed, she quickly covered her stomach. Zhan Mohan, who originally intended to refuse, sighed, "Since Manager Zhang's invitation is so gracious, I respectfully accept."
The waiter brought the menu. Besides the delicacies ordered by Manager Zhang and the collection of fine wines, Zhan Mohan did not forget to order a pregnancy meal.
He heard that pregnant women had strange tastes and wondered if Wei Yumeng could eat it.
Realizing his own thoughts, Zhan Mohan glanced at her belly, feeling quite regretful.
His several moments of internal struggle were all seen by Wei Yumeng.
Zhan Mohan, do you really have no feelings for me in your heart? Knowing it's not your child, why can you still show me care?
The pregnancy meal was served quickly. Wei Yumeng, who had planned to wait a bit, quietly glanced at Zhan Mohan.
She saw him raise his wine glass and clink it with Manager Zhang. "A pregnant woman's health is important. Let her start eating first."
He had already picked up his wine glass, and Manager Zhang was not foolish enough to not give him face.
Wei Yumeng then began to eat heartily. Perhaps it was because she was in a good mood, but she, who originally had little appetite, found everything delicious today.
Zhan Mohan did not like to drink, but Manager Zhang was a drunkard. Moreover, having been repeatedly outdone by a woman today, he was both angry and ashamed, downing several drinks in succession.
The private room was filled with the strong smell of alcohol, making Wei Yumeng feel uncomfortable.
"Young Master Zhan, Manager Zhang, I'm going to the restroom."
After Zhan Mohan nodded, she felt much more comfortable as soon as she left the private room. Perhaps it was the smell of alcohol, but her unadorned face had a slight flush, making her skin look very tender.
Splashing a few handfuls of cool water on her face, she felt much more comfortable. Just as she was about to leave, her waist suddenly tightened. She looked up and saw Manager Zhang's fat, oily, and greasy face reflected in the mirror.
Because he had been drinking, he kept belching, and the smell of alcohol sprayed all over Wei Yumeng's earlobe.
Her heart gave a jolt. All her strength converged in her hands, and with a strong push, Manager Zhang stumbled and hit the wall.
"What are you doing?"
"What am I doing? What do you think?" Manager Zhang, emboldened by alcohol, was no longer afraid of offending Zhan Mohan and lunged at her regardless.
"Don't think I don't know. You must have used some despicable means to come and discuss business with Zhan Mohan. Perhaps the child you're carrying is his?"
His mouth was full of vulgarities, and his thick paws, as if glued, stuck to Wei Yumeng's hand, looking as if he couldn't bear to let go.
"I knew why Zhan Mohan was so nice to you. You're so lovable with that face. I heard pregnant women have very strong needs in that regard."