"Mom, Dad's back!"
Zhan Shiqing, hiding by the door, saw Zhan Mohan's car arrive and immediately informed Wei Yumeng.
However, Wei Yumeng wasn't to be seen in the room.
Instead, Zhan Jinzhi, who had prepared himself, was another important piece of Wei Yumeng's plan, along with Zhan Shiqing.
When Zhan Mohan pushed open the door, he found the living room decorated by Wei Yumeng, with various flowers placed everywhere and several animal-shaped balloons floating in the air.
Even the two children were dressed as cute animals, waiting for him.
Zhan Jinzhi, however, didn't look happy, as he disliked such attire. He wouldn't have worn it if it weren't for his parents.
"Dad!" Zhan Shiqing ran happily towards Zhan Mohan.
Zhan Mohan crouched down and picked up Zhan Shiqing. "Why is it just you two? Where's Yumeng?"
"Mom said she had something to do and went out. She should be back soon."
"Is that so?" Zhan Mohan asked again.
As expected, Zhan Shiqing became a little flustered. She couldn't withstand Zhan Mohan's imposing presence.
She looked pleadingly at Zhan Jinzhi for help. Zhan Jinzhi sighed, "What we said is true. Mom prepared all this to thank Dad for his recent efforts. It's just that she realized she forgot to buy a few things earlier, so she went out."
Zhan Mohan no longer suspected anything, his gaze settling on a large box in the center of the living room.
If he remembered correctly, this box was the same one he had seen before. However, it had been transformed into a brightly colored gift box by Wei Yumeng's decorations.
Seeing that Zhan Mohan had noticed the gift box, Zhan Shiqing turned to Zhan Jinzhi. Zhan Jinzhi nodded at her, and she spoke.
"Dad, Mom said this is a gift she prepared for you. She didn't even let us see it!"
She said this with a curious expression. "But what's inside? Dad, can we sneak a peek?"
Zhan Jinzhi also chimed in, "I really want to know what's inside too."
Zhan Mohan understood the children's trick. They just wanted him to open the gift box.
So, he didn't hesitate, reaching out and opening the lid.
But he never expected Wei Yumeng to be inside the gift box.
Wei Yumeng, as Zhan Mohan opened it, tossed out the confetti she had prepared.
Through the swirling confetti, Zhan Mohan looked at Wei Yumeng's face, finding it somewhat unreal.
At this moment, Wei Yumeng was like an angel from heaven, embodying so much beauty and happiness.
Wei Yumeng had dressed up specially for today, her makeup different from her usual everyday look, with a hint of allure.
She was wearing a fishtail backless dress that Zhan Mohan had bought for her before, but this was the first time she was wearing it.
At that time, she felt the dress was a bit too revealing. The deep V-neck and the large expanse of skin exposed at the back made her feel insecure.
The fishtail hem had a slit on the side, allowing a glimpse of the beautiful leg hidden beneath the skirt.
Zhan Mohan had once said that this dress suited her perfectly, but he wished she would only wear it for him.
So today, Wei Yumeng fulfilled Zhan Mohan's wish and presented herself as a gift to him.
Before Wei Yumeng could react, Zhan Mohan had already scooped her out of the gift box, startling her.
"Mohan! Put me down first."
But Zhan Mohan had no intention of letting go of Wei Yumeng. He simply said to the children, "Go back and do your homework. Your mother and I have some things to do."
"Huh?" Zhan Shiqing was bewildered. Wasn't the surprise supposed to be over soon?
Wei Yumeng had also prepared a big meal, and they were supposed to eat it as a family.
Zhan Jinzhi, however, gave a light cough and took Zhan Shiqing's hand. "Let's go. I think Mom will call us when it's time to eat."
With that, Wei Yumeng was carried directly into the bedroom by Zhan Mohan and gently placed on the bed.
"Mohan, are you going to… now?"
Seeing the look in Zhan Mohan's eyes, she knew what he wanted. If he wanted her, how could she refuse?
However, this was not what she had planned. They were supposed to have many other activities.
As expected, Zhan Mohan leaned down and kissed her. "Yumeng, you look so beautiful today."
Wei Yumeng managed to push Zhan Mohan away. "Wait a moment. The children haven't eaten yet, and you just got off work. Can we eat something first?"
But things had already reached this point. How could Zhan Mohan stop?
"You're right, we should eat something."
Saying that, he intended to continue what he was doing.
Wei Yumeng pushed him away again, confused. "Didn't you say we should eat something?"
"Isn't that what I'm doing?" Zhan Mohan deliberately leaned close to Wei Yumeng's ear.
His magnetic, slightly seductive voice made Wei Yumeng's face flush. She knew she couldn't escape now…
"Brother, when is dinner?"
Zhan Shiqing and Zhan Jinzhi had finished their homework and came to the living room with rumbling stomachs.
Zhan Jinzhi, however, remained composed, finding some snacks himself and sharing a bag with Zhan Shiqing.
"Let's eat this first. Mom and Dad might not come out tonight."
Zhan Shiqing took the snack. "Brother, do you think Mom and Dad forgot about us?"
Just then, footsteps finally came from upstairs.
The two children looked up and saw Zhan Mohan and Wei Yumeng walking down in their pajamas.
Wei Yumeng shot Zhan Mohan a glare as she walked. If she hadn't remembered that the children hadn't eaten, Zhan Mohan would have kept her in his arms all night.
"Mom, I'm starving!" Zhan Shiqing complained.
Wei Yumeng then apologized. "I'll make it for you right away. I've prepared a big meal for you today."
Saying that, she hurried to the kitchen. Fortunately, she had already prepared most of the dishes beforehand, so they were only semi-finished.
When the food was served, everyone sat down. The two children looked at the two adults, sensing something was different.
"Brother, brother, don't you think… Mom looks different from before?" Zhan Shiqing nudged Zhan Jinzhi with her elbow.
"Are you referring to the red marks on Mom's neck?" Zhan Jinzhi said calmly.
Hearing this, Wei Yumeng instinctively touched her neck, and her face turned crimson.
She had told Zhan Mohan not to leave any marks, but the children had still seen them. How could she explain this to them?
"No." Zhan Shiqing shook her head. "I think Mom's complexion has improved, and she seems even happier!"
Wei Yumeng turned to look at Zhan Mohan. Her reflection was in his eyes.
Indeed, she thought she might be the happiest woman in the world.