"Call me husband," Zhan Mohan's voice carried a faint smile.
Wei Yumeng's cheeks flushed, and even though it was over the phone, her heart couldn't help but race.
"Hus... husband."
Her voice was as soft as a mosquito's, tinged with a shy sweetness that made Zhan Mohan's throat tighten. She likely didn't realize how such a voice could easily incite desire.
"Didn't hear you clearly, say it again."
Zhan Mohan's voice was laced with a deep chuckle, his lips curving upwards unconsciously.
Wei Yumeng wished she could find a hole to crawl into. She stood in the corridor, not wanting Gu Shuyi inside to hear.
Right now, the person she least wanted to see was herself still with Zhan Mohan. She also dared not tell Gu Shuyi that she was developing feelings for Zhan Mohan.
She knew this relationship likely wouldn't end well, yet she couldn't help but want to get closer to him.
Wei Yumeng covered her phone, watching the patients and nurses pass by in the corridor.
"I... I'm at the hospital now."
"Then call me that when you get home." Zhan Mohan refused to let it go. He enjoyed hearing her call him husband with such a shy expression.
It seemed only then did he feel like they were truly husband and wife.
Wei Yumeng couldn't do anything about Zhan Mohan and could only agree.
"Okay."
"Now, what is it you need?" Zhan Mohan finally decided to get down to business.
Wei Yumeng shifted her body slightly, glancing at Gu Shuyi lying on the hospital bed, a pang of sadness striking her heart.
"Can you lend me two hundred thousand? My mother needs the money urgently."
"Didn't you say you didn't want my money before? What's the meaning of this now?"
Zhan Mohan's voice, which had been gentle moments ago, turned somewhat cold. Wei Yumeng was on pins and needles, terrified he wouldn't agree and Gu Shuyi would truly be expelled from the hospital.
Wei Yumeng bit her lip tightly, a surge of humiliation washing over her. If she hadn't been forced, she wouldn't have lowered herself to beg Zhan Mohan.
Knowing he would surely make things difficult for her, she could only endure it.
However, she still felt a sense of defiance. Her tone wasn't as sharp as before, but her resentment was palpable.
"I could have borrowed from Xin Ran, but you've blocked off his family's finances. Even if he wanted to give it, he couldn't give it to me."
Hearing this, Zhan Mohan's voice immediately became chilling, tinged with suppressed anger.
"So, are you saying I'm the reason you can't borrow money and are now groveling to me? Besides Xin Ran, don't you still have Chu Zi'an?"
Subtly, he also expressed his displeasure.
Wei Yumeng instantly realized that Zhan Mohan was getting angry. She dared not speak further, afraid of touching his sore spot again.
Then she heard Zhan Mohan say to her, "Wei Yumeng, don't think too highly of yourself. With your temper, it's best you rein it in in front of me."
This place was not a trash can for emotions.
Wei Yumeng felt resentful, but she was under his roof and had no choice but to bow her head. If she didn't humble herself before Zhan Mohan, Gu Shuyi would be the one to suffer.
"Understood."
"I'll call the hospital about it. You don't need to worry about this."
"What about the Xin family?" Hearing Zhan Mohan agree, Wei Yumeng quickly inquired about Xin Ran.
Zhan Mohan chuckled sarcastically, "Wei Yumeng, you're pushing your luck. Me lending you two hundred thousand doesn't mean I'll compromise on everything. Remember this, the more you protect Xin Ran, the more I won't be able to let this go."
His wife, Wei Yumeng, was absolutely not allowed to be ambiguously involved with other men. At least, while they were still married, the rules had to be followed.
Wei Yumeng could only swallow the rest of her words.
Zhan Mohan coldly hung up the phone. Wei Yumeng slumped her shoulders. Gu Shuyi's medical expenses were settled, but what about the Xin family?
If Zhan Mohan didn't stop, the Xin family would likely face dire consequences.
In the afternoon, the caregiver Zhan Mohan hired arrived.
"Miss Wei, my name is Qin Xiulian. Mr. Zhan specifically sent me to take care of your mother. Mr. Zhan said you can return to the company now."
Wei Yumeng knew Zhan Mohan wouldn't allow her to stay by Gu Shuyi's side indefinitely. Moreover, the company needed her. In the entire company, she was the only one who could translate A-country languages. Zhan Mohan certainly wouldn't pass up an opportunity to exploit her.
Besides, Gu Shuyi would need a lot more expenses going forward. If she lost her job, she would truly be in dire straits.
Since there were now two caregivers taking turns looking after Gu Shuyi, and Zhan Mohan wouldn't stop her from visiting Gu Shuyi for the time being, it was much more convenient than before.
"Then I'll trouble you, Aunt Qin. My mother's condition is a bit special, so you need to keep a close eye on her. If there are any issues, be sure to inform the doctor."
"Don't worry, Mr. Zhan has already explained everything."
Wei Yumeng's eyes widened in surprise, "He's already explained?"
"Yes, Mr. Zhan's instructions were even more detailed than yours. Don't worry."
"Then I'll be going now."
"Safe travels."
With that, Wei Yumeng left the hospital.
Upon returning to the company entrance, she took a deep breath, telling herself to pull herself together. No matter what, all hardships would pass with her.
Gu Shuyi would also get better. She believed that heaven wouldn't be so unfair to her.
She clenched her fists tightly, cheering herself on, "Oli ge!"
Entering the office, others looked at Wei Yumeng as if they had seen a ghost.
"What is she doing here?"
"Didn't everyone say she resigned?"
"Which eye of yours saw her resign?"
"But she hasn't been to the company for many days."
"Maybe she took leave due to family matters."
Wei Yumeng ignored them, sitting down at her desk. Mu Linjing hurried over.
"What's been going on with you lately? I called you several times, but you didn't answer, and I didn't get any replies to my messages."
"My mother, didn't something happen to her? She's still in the hospital recently and needs care, so I've been looking after her for a few days."
"Is your aunt alright? Do you have enough help? If not, I can come and assist." Mu Linjing looked at Wei Yumeng, who appeared to not have rested well these past two days, her complexion not good.
"Someone is already there to take care of her. Thank you, Lin Jing."
Wei Yumeng hadn't expected Mu Linjing to offer to help.
Her simple "thank you" made Mu Linjing feel a bit embarrassed.
"Hehe, it's nothing. Hurry up and get to work. Since you've just returned, you probably have a lot to do."
"Okay, I'll treat you to a meal when I have time."
Wei Yumeng appreciated Mu Linjing's thoughtfulness.
She didn't need to worry about Gu Shuyi for the time being, and with so much work, she had no time to think about other things.
As it was nearing noon, a woman suddenly rushed over and knelt down before Wei Yumeng with a thud, startling her. Wei Yumeng immediately stood up.