A week later, Qiu Zhun was discharged from the hospital, and Wei Yumeng took the initiative to pick him up.
She did this, of course, because Qiu Zhun's injury was all her fault.
However, Wei Yumeng hadn't expected Miss Chu not to show up. Only she and Wen Xueshan were present.
"Wei Yumeng, what are you doing here?" Wen Xueshan was displeased with Wei Yumeng's appearance.
But Wei Yumeng didn't care about Wen Xueshan's mood, walking directly into the ward. "I've been taking care of Mr. Qiu during this time. I'm worried about his condition, so I'm here to pick him up. Is there a problem?"
Wen Xueshan merely snorted upon hearing this, "Mrs. Zhan, you've got quite the nerve. Having Mr. Zhan, yet you're here taking care of another man. I wonder what Mr. Zhan would think if he knew about this."
Wen Xueshan was determined to provoke Wei Yumeng. She was truly jealous that the men she liked all had better relationships with Wei Yumeng.
"I've already told Mo Han about this," Wei Yumeng said indifferently. "Mo Han has known about this from the very beginning."
After speaking, she turned to Qiu Zhun. "Mr. Qiu, when I arrived, I learned about your condition from the doctor. Although you can be discharged now, you still need to be careful when you get back and avoid secondary infections of your unhealed wounds."
Qiu Zhun nodded obediently. "Okay."
Then, Wei Yumeng began to pack things in the room, preparing to leave with Qiu Zhun.
But how could Wen Xueshan be willing to give up? She simply reached out and snatched the items from Wei Yumeng's hands, intending to leave with Qiu Zhun.
However, as soon as she got hold of the things, Qiu Zhun spoke coldly, "I'm sorry, Miss Wen. I know you mean well, but you're not needed here right now."
Wen Xueshan looked at Qiu Zhun with some defiance, but Qiu Zhun's gaze was resolute, leaving her no room for argument.
Wen Xueshan felt wronged, but after what had happened before, she didn't want Qiu Zhun to dislike her any further. She had no choice but to put down the items, glare at Wei Yumeng, and then leave.
"I'm sorry, Miss Wei, for causing you more trouble," Qiu Zhun said apologetically.
Wei Yumeng naturally didn't bother with Wen Xueshan. Besides, Wen Xueshan had acted like this before, not just once or twice. She was already used to it.
The two walked out of the hospital. Qiu Zhun felt a lingering reluctance about his time in the hospital.
At least there, someone had always been thinking of him.
And once he left here, all that remained between him and Wei Yumeng was their professional cooperation.
Just then, Wei Yumeng's phone rang. She gave Qiu Zhun an apologetic glance before stepping aside to answer it.
The call was from Fang Xun. His tone was somewhat apologetic. "Madam, I have something I need to ask of you."
Wei Yumeng was a little surprised. Fang Xun rarely approached her for help so proactively. It seemed he had encountered a significant problem.
"Tell me. If I can help, I'll do my best."
Fang Xun then said, "According to Mr. Zhan's arrangements, I was supposed to go on a business trip in a couple of days. But something unexpected came up at home, and they're urging me to return quickly."
He sighed as he spoke, "You know Mr. Zhan's temper. It's difficult for me to request leave at this time unless I can find a replacement."
Wei Yumeng understood. She also knew that Fang Xun had been loyal to Zhan Corporation for many years and had done a lot for Zhan Mohan.
If she didn't help him with this small favor, it would be truly unkind.
"Alright, don't worry. I'll go for you," Wei Yumeng said, then asked, "By the way, is your family matter troublesome? Do you need any help?"
Fang Xun felt a bit embarrassed by Wei Yumeng's concern. "It's fine, Madam, you don't need to worry. I can handle it."
Wei Yumeng felt somewhat relieved.
"One more thing," Fang Xun suddenly remembered. "According to the original plan, I was supposed to go with other high-level personnel from the project. They haven't been chosen yet, and now this has happened. Could you please find a suitable candidate?"
"I understand," Wei Yumeng nodded. She looked at Qiu Zhun beside her.
Speaking of other collaborators involved in this project, wasn't there a suitable candidate right here?
She just wasn't sure if the recently discharged Qiu Zhun would agree.
As if sensing Wei Yumeng's gaze, Qiu Zhun also turned to look at her and gave her a polite smile.
Wei Yumeng hung up the phone and walked towards Qiu Zhun. Qiu Zhun immediately sensed that Wei Yumeng seemed to have something on her mind.
"What is it?"
Wei Yumeng spoke with a hint of awkwardness, "Actually, it's like this. Our project requires a business trip, and I'm short one companion."
Qiu Zhun thought for a moment and then said, "Since that's the case, let me go with you. I've already missed a lot of work due to being hospitalized. Mr. Zhan has been managing the project these past few days, so I also want to make up for my recent absence and do something for our project."
Although Wei Yumeng indeed felt Qiu Zhun was the most suitable candidate, after all, she was more familiar with Qiu Zhun than with other collaborators. If it weren't for this, she wouldn't have introduced Wen Xueshan to Qiu Zhun in the first place.
Furthermore, even Zhan Mohan had once praised Qiu Zhun's work capabilities. He could be considered a rare capable person among all the collaborators.
However, she was still a bit worried about Qiu Zhun's injuries. Work was work, but it shouldn't be a reason to affect someone's health.
"You can go with me, but you must guarantee that your health won't be compromised," Wei Yumeng stated her only condition.
Qiu Zhun nodded. "I'll pay attention to this. You don't need to worry."
Wei Yumeng clapped her hands and extended her hand to Qiu Zhun. "Then I wish us a pleasant cooperation."
After returning home, Wei Yumeng told Zhan Mohan about the matter.
Zhan Mohan frowned upon hearing this. "Fang Xun's getting bolder and bolder, actually asking you to cover for him."
Wei Yumeng helplessly reached out and rubbed Zhan Mohan's brow. "It's precisely because he knows you that he knows you'll react this way upon hearing this, which is why he asked me to tell you."
Zhan Mohan said helplessly, "Do I really seem that intimidating usually?"
Wei Yumeng nodded with a serious expression. "To me, you're certainly not intimidating, but for your employees, it's not necessarily the same." Then she changed the subject. "However, it's precisely because of this that Zhan Corporation has reached where it is today, hasn't it?"
Only then did Zhan Mohan's expression lighten a bit.
"I have no objections to you going with Qiu Zhun. However, you still need to promise me to pay more attention to your safety."
"Okay." Wei Yumeng hugged Zhan Mohan. "You can be completely assured of this. I will pay attention to my safety and won't linger there. I'll return as soon as the matter is handled."