Zhan Mohan found himself with no choice but to yield to Wei Yumeng's insistence. To reject her now might have led to her displeasure.
Thus, he finally agreed, but with one condition: Fang Xun would temporarily serve as Wei Yumeng's assistant to help her with the upcoming tasks.
Wei Yumeng looked at Fang Xun, feeling a sense of discontent. Zhan Mohan claimed he was assigning Fang Xun to help her, but wasn't it also because he didn't trust her, and wanted Fang Xun to keep an eye on her?
"Madam, according to today's schedule, the project manager from the other party is coming for an inspection. These are the inspection projects that President Zhan has already arranged. Please take a look."
As Fang Xun spoke, he handed over the prepared project materials to Wei Yumeng.
Wei Yumeng read through them carefully. Fortunately, the procedures were straightforward, with no peculiar additional steps. As long as she clearly explained each part, it should be fine.
"Also," Fang Xun added, "the person in charge of this cooperation is the director of the overseas branch of Walter Group. He is rather strict with his partners. We hope you will pay close attention to this aspect when you are explaining."
"Okay, I understand."
But... Walter Group, why did it sound so familiar... Could it be?
Wei Yumeng froze slightly. Could it be such a coincidence?
She had casually picked a project file and just like that, chosen this project. And now...
Could she regret it? Perhaps it was still not too late to switch to another project.
Fang Xun noticed the difficulty on Wei Yumeng's face. "Madam, is there any problem?"
Wei Yumeng shook her head. Since she had insisted on taking this project herself, there was no reason to back out. She had to face some things.
"It's nothing. Let's start preparing."
With Fang Xun's help, Wei Yumeng quickly grasped the specifics of the project. By the time of the reception, she had fully understood the project's content.
Moreover, based on her own ideas, she had come up with several questions.
She even exchanged opinions with Zhan Mohan, and even Zhan Mohan found Wei Yumeng's ideas to be excellent.
He felt more at ease entrusting the project to her.
"Madam, time is almost up. The other party just called and will be arriving in five minutes."
"I understand," Wei Yumeng said, standing up and tidying her clothes.
Although they were no longer strangers, work was work. No matter what, she would not let personal feelings interfere with her professional duties.
Wei Yumeng, along with a group of reception staff and other project managers, headed to the entrance of Zhan's Group.
Just then, the other party also alighted from their car and walked through the main entrance.
"Yumeng?" Song Yifan looked surprised to see Wei Yumeng.
While he knew that Zhan's Group was Zhan Mohan's company, Wei Yumeng's husband's company, he hadn't expected the project to fall into Wei Yumeng's hands.
However, this surprise was, of course, a good thing for him. Being able to get closer to Wei Yumeng in this manner was also a positive development.
"Director Song, welcome for your inspection," Wei Yumeng said politely and confidently.
Her professional attire for the occasion further caught Song Yifan's eye.
Perhaps it was only now that he realized how much things had changed between them. Wei Yumeng was more mature and charming than before.
No wonder... she could be the wife of Zhan Mohan, a prominent figure in the business world.
Thinking of this, Song Yifan let out a bitter smile.
"Yumeng, there's no need to be so formal between us," Song Yifan said with a smile. "Although it's work, I personally don't like overly rigid work styles."
Song Yifan's approachable demeanor relieved everyone present. After all, they had encountered many difficult clients before.
Having someone so easy to talk to was indeed a rarity.
Despite his words, Wei Yumeng still needed to proceed according to protocol. "I will be guiding you through today's inspection. Please follow me."
"Alright." Song Yifan, with a gentle smile on his face, followed Wei Yumeng into the company.
Some staff members nearby watched Song Yifan's retreating back, their faces filled with admiration.
"A man who is so gentle, handsome, and has a good temper, he's truly amazing."
"Who isn't? But I feel like the way he looks at Madam is unusual, and their tone sounds familiar."
"Could it be... he's here for Madam?"
The tour was still underway, but these whispers had already reached Zhan Mohan's ears.
"Fang Xun, what's the situation between Song Yifan and Yumeng?"
Zhan Mohan couldn't help but call Fang Xun over to ask.
Fang Xun also seemed a bit troubled. He didn't know the details either. "From the looks of Mr. Song and Madam, they do seem to know each other. As for anything else, it's likely just gossip."
Zhan Mohan frowned. He usually didn't pay attention to such matters. After all, in a large company, there were always rumors about someone having an affair with a senior executive, or someone being involved with a business partner.
But now, it concerned Wei Yumeng, and it made him restless. He couldn't sit still and decided to go and see the real situation for himself.
"Mr. Song, this is the employees' work area, and it's divided into different sections based on the type of project. It occupies three floors in total."
Song Yifan nodded. "As expected of Zhan's Group. The headquarters is indeed vast. However, I'd like to focus on understanding the office location and environment for our project."
"Please follow me."
As they walked, Wei Yumeng explained, "Since I am the project leader for this collaboration, the project's operational area is near my office."
"I'm very fortunate to have this opportunity to cooperate with you," Song Yifan said, his tone becoming significantly milder. "Perhaps this will allow me to understand you better now."
These words resonated with Wei Yumeng as well. Hadn't she also been using this collaboration to understand the current Song Yifan?
In her eyes, Song Yifan had changed considerably. He was no longer the immature young man he once was, but more mature and manlier.
"Is this your office? Can I take a look inside?" Song Yifan took the initiative to ask. "More than anything else, I want to see your working environment."
Wei Yumeng hesitated, but eventually allowed Song Yifan into the office.
Although Song Yifan's words had a hint of ambiguity, given that he was a business partner, Wei Yumeng had no reason to refuse.
Zhan Mohan, standing outside the door and seeing the two enter the office, frowned even more deeply.
His eyes even held a trace of anger. Fang Xun, standing beside him, felt uneasy. He wondered if he should secretly send Wei Yumeng a message to warn her.
He had a feeling that if this continued, it might truly stir up quite a controversy.