The revelation of Wang Fang's affair immediately stirred public discussion.
On one hand, it exposed that some models resorted to unscrupulous means to achieve their goals in the industry.
On the other hand, it made it clear to many that Wei Yumeng, as the mistress of the Zhan family, would not show mercy.
"I can't believe Wang Fang actually did such a thing. How should I put it? It doesn't seem surprising at all, the circle has always been this chaotic."
"I actually think Wei Yumeng did a great job this time. Such vixen should be dealt with severely!"
Mu Linjing watched these comments and couldn't stop laughing. This was the result she wanted to see.
"Yumeng, look, some people are even looking up to you as a role model for independent women, someone who knows how to deal with mistresses."
Wei Yumeng just gave an awkward smile, "I actually think it's better if such things didn't happen. I truly envy you and Yichen, you've always been smooth sailing."
"We aren't as good as you think. We do argue over things occasionally, you just weren't here."
Speaking of which, Mu Linjing cautiously asked, "Yumeng, are you still going to stay angry?"
Wei Yumeng didn't know how to respond. She wasn't just angry anymore.
She felt that after being angry for so long, if they were to reconcile, he should at least offer her a way down.
Just then, Zhan Mohan returned with the children.
"Since the children are back, I won't intrude."
Mu Linjing wisely took her leave. In fact, she had come here at Zhan Mohan's request.
He had hoped that Mu Linjing could help ease the tension between them. However, Mu Linjing now felt that only Zhan Mohan himself could resolve Wei Yumeng's lingering issues.
As she passed by Zhan Mohan, she quietly said to him, "Sorry, brother, it looks like you'll have to handle this yourself."
After Mu Linjing left, Wei Yumeng looked at Zhan Mohan. Their eyes met, and there was a hint of awkwardness.
Wei Yumeng knew that if she took a step back, their relationship might be restored to what it was before.
But she couldn't pretend that what had happened hadn't happened. Zhan Mohan bore some responsibility for this incident.
If it weren't for his carelessness, Wang Fang would never have had the opportunity to take advantage of the situation.
Zhan Shiqing and Zhan Jinzhi exchanged glances, feeling a sense of helplessness.
Their parents' argument put them, the two children, in a difficult position.
"Alright, Mom," Zhan Jinzhi scratched his ear in exasperation, "Dad already knows he was wrong. He bought you so many things today to apologize."
He said this as he placed the purchased items on the table one by one.
Zhan Shiqing also nodded, "This is the handbag Mom has wanted for a long time. And this is a unique piece by a foreign designer. Dad pre-ordered it months ago. And this is Mom's favorite dessert. And Dad said this is Mom's favorite clothing brand, so he bought it as soon as the new collection came out."
Although Zhan Mohan didn't speak, his gaze towards Wei Yumeng held a hint of grievance.
After all, the truth was out, and he was also one of the victims.
Zhan Shiqing even added fuel to the fire, "Even the auntie at the clothing store said Dad is a good husband! He knows Mom's preferences and taste so well, he's truly a rare good man. It would be a great pity to miss out on someone like him."
Wei Yumeng was amused by Zhan Shiqing's tone, and the anger in her heart indeed dissipated considerably.
Wei Yumeng looked at the children, Zhan Mohan, and these gifts meant to convey his sincerity. She finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"Alright, since it's over, I won't bring it up again. But I have one last thing to say, I never want to see such a thing happen again."
Wei Yumeng spoke while looking at Zhan Mohan, her gaze carrying a warning.
"I understand, my dear wife. I promise you, I won't let any woman have the chance to get close to me again," Zhan Mohan said with utmost seriousness. "Even if I have to work with female models due to work, I will let you approve them first, how about that?"
Zhan Mohan said this with a hint of a smile in his eyes.
"That's not necessary."
Perhaps it had been a long time since they had interacted so harmoniously. When Wei Yumeng saw Zhan Mohan's smiling eyes, she felt a little shy.
Even though they hadn't been apart, it felt like lovers reunited, making her heart uneasy.
Wei Yumeng felt that if this continued, the atmosphere would become very strange.
But at that moment, Zhan Mohan pulled her directly into his arms.
"Mohan, let go of me. The children are here."
However, Zhan Shiqing and Zhan Jinzhi acted as if they saw nothing.
"Brother, you promised to help me clear the game levels before."
Zhan Jinzhi also nodded, "That's right, and we have nothing else to do today."
The two children chattered amongst themselves and went back to their rooms.
Wei Yumeng felt a sense of helplessness, feeling that these children were sometimes too clever.
Perhaps because he hadn't touched her in so long, Zhan Mohan's embrace was a little too tight.
It was as if he wished to merge with Wei Yumeng, so that no one could ever separate them.
"Yumeng, do you know how much I've missed you during this time? And when I returned, I encountered such a thing. How long has it been since I last held you?"
Zhan Mohan said this, imprinting a kiss on Wei Yumeng's cheek.
In fact, during the course of that incident, besides anger, hadn't Zhan Mohan also felt worried and afraid?
He was genuinely afraid that because of this misunderstanding, Wei Yumeng would ask for a divorce, and they would go their separate ways.
He didn't want to see their once happy family fall apart like that.
Holding Wei Yumeng in his arms now, he finally felt at ease.
Zhan Mohan let out a long sigh, his breath falling on Wei Yumeng's ear. Wei Yumeng shivered slightly, instinctively wanting to push him away.
"Don't move, let me hold you properly," Zhan Mohan's voice was hoarse, and he even swallowed subconsciously.
As long as they had been apart, he now craved her just as much.
Wei Yumeng was startled. Did Zhan Mohan want to...
But they were in the living room, and even though the children had returned to their rooms, who knew when they might come back.
"Mohan, shall we go back to the room?"
However, Zhan Mohan curved his lips, "Sorry, I've waited so long, I can't wait any longer."
As soon as he finished speaking, he kissed Wei Yumeng's lips.
Wei Yumeng felt a sense of resignation. She knew she couldn't escape Zhan Mohan's clutches today.
But hadn't she also desired Zhan Mohan?
It was only now that she truly felt that Zhan Mohan still belonged to her.