"Do you already have a plan?" Yin Fang asked, her tone conveying understanding of Wei Jin's intentions.
"There's no other way. Given Zhan Yichen's attitude today, once dinner is over tomorrow, he'll block me immediately."
She had come to terms with the fact that she likely had no chance with Xin Ran. If Xin Ran knew it wasn't her first time, perhaps...
But this was all thanks to Wei Yumeng and Zhan Mohan. Those two were the culprits, destroying her happiness and her hopes. So, she wanted to make those two suffer the consequences of never finding peace. Her mind was consumed with how to get revenge on Wei Yumeng.
Yin Fang saw the look in Wei Jin's eyes and knew that Gao Dazhuang's situation had deeply affected her. She felt guilty and had tried her best to satisfy Wei Jin's every wish during this period.
She stepped forward and hugged Wei Jin. "I'm sorry, Jin'er. There was nothing I could do about that last matter. If the company fails, our family will be begging for scraps. It's also our fault for being too confident, never imagining that Wei Yumeng, after marrying into the Zhan family, wouldn't have the easy life we expected, but would actually be favored by Zhan Mohan."
"But it doesn't matter, her good days are numbered. Once you marry in, if you can find common ground with Zhan Yichen's mother, I believe taking over the Zhan family won't be an issue. At the very least, you can make Wei Yumeng's life uncomfortable."
"Don't worry, Mom. I will definitely make Wei Yumeng experience the pain I went through."
No one knew, not even Yin Fang, the nightmares Wei Jin had endured during that time. She couldn't even bear to see the sunlight outside when she woke up. How terrifying it was to live without light. She wanted Wei Yumeng to personally experience such a life worse than death.
Wei Yumeng could never have imagined that because of a decision she made, a time bomb had been planted for her future.
The next day, she went downstairs and saw Zhan Yichen with dark circles under his eyes, looking like he was about to go out. She casually asked, "Did the documents you gave your brother pass?"
"There are still a few words to change, but it's almost done." Zhan Yichen's attitude towards her today was inexplicably much better than before. Wei Yumeng could feel it.
She wasn't petty. "Okay, if there's anything you don't understand, feel free to ask me."
For some reason, Zhan Yichen suddenly wanted to tell her something. "By the way, I've had a couple of words with your sister, and I plan to meet her for lunch today."
Wei Yumeng looked up in surprise, disbelief in her eyes. Zhan Yichen had actually spoken to Wei Jin, and even more surprisingly, this usually arrogant young master wanted to meet her. It was astonishing. Could it be...
She raised her eyebrows meaningfully at Zhan Yichen. "You're not... interested in her, are you?"
"Don't misunderstand. I'm only giving her a chance because you were implicated by me yesterday. It doesn't mean I'll develop anything with her." As if he collected trash, taking anyone and everyone.
Wei Yumeng's eyes curved into a bright smile. Zhan Yichen was captivated, feeling as if he saw stars in her eyes at that moment. If this woman were truly manipulative, would she have such a radiant and innocent smile?
"Okay, as you wish. Go handle it and come back quickly to rest." Seeing his dark circles, he deserved to be a national treasure.
Zhan Yichen pointed at Wei Yumeng's eyes. "You're not doing much better."
After Zhan Yichen left, Wei Yumeng prepared to go upstairs to wash up and then head to the company. She had been up late last night, but thankfully it wasn't too messy. She had only done a quick clean-up, otherwise, she would be too exhausted to straighten her back today.
Zhan Yichen went to the agreed-upon place with Wei Jin for lunch. When he arrived, Wei Jin was already there and had ordered the dishes. Seeing Zhan Yichen, she quickly tidied her makeup and stood up to greet him.
"Second Young Master Zhan."
"It's just a meal, no need to be so formal." Zhan Yichen sat down casually.
His indifferent attitude made Wei Jin a little awkward. After all, she had dressed up meticulously today, only for Zhan Yichen to dismiss it so casually. She could even tell that Zhan Yichen didn't take this meal very seriously; his attire was casual, as if he were just out for a simple meal.
But it didn't matter. Once her plan succeeded, these grievances would be nothing. She managed a strained smile. "Okay."
After the dishes were served, Wei Jin still tried to be polite. "I didn't know what you liked to eat, so I ordered some things randomly. If you don't like them, you can order something else."
"It's fine. It's just a meal, and we won't be seeing each other again anyway." Zhan Yichen picked up his chopsticks and began eating without restraint, not even bothering to look properly at Wei Jin.
Wei Jin felt her dignity completely stripped away. She tried to initiate a conversation with Zhan Yichen. "Second Young Master Zhan, how is my sister doing in your home?"
Zhan Yichen took a bite of meat and a sip of his drink, replying perfunctorily. "She's fine. Why wouldn't she be? My brother cherishes her like a treasure every day."
Wei Jin's expression changed slightly. Her fingers, resting on her lap, clenched into fists. Why? How could she, a murderer, be so loved by Zhan Mohan? Why did she have to be the sacrificial lamb? They were both daughters of the Wei family, yet she, who was doted on by her parents, lived a life worse than Wei Yumeng's. They had schemed to send Wei Yumeng in as a scapegoat, not for her to be living better than themselves now.
However, in front of Zhan Yichen, she couldn't reveal her true feelings. Men hated narrow-minded girls. Her fingers gradually relaxed, and the corners of her lips curved upwards.
"I'm relieved that my sister is doing well. We were quite worried when she married in, after all, due to my sister's carelessness, she caused trouble for your brother... But since her husband can let it go, I'm happy for my sister."
If this matter hadn't been brought up, Zhan Yichen would have been fine. But now it angered him.
"So, it's good that you remember this. One murderer marrying into our family is troublesome enough, don't bring another one." He gulped down the drink in his cup and stood up, ready to leave.
Seeing him in a hurry to leave, Wei Jin quickly stepped forward and grabbed his arm. "Second Young Master Zhan, there's still so much food. Why don't you eat a little more?"
"No need. Let go of me." Zhan Yichen tried to break free from Wei Jin, but suddenly felt a wave of dizziness. His body swayed precariously, and then he lost consciousness.
When he woke up, he found himself in an unfamiliar environment. He sat up abruptly. How was he in a hotel room? Turning his head, he saw a naked Wei Jin sleeping beside him...