Chen Yutong originally thought that after going through those events, her relationship with Zhan Yangyi had reached a qualitative leap.
But in reality, although Zhan Yangyi still took good care of her, there was a subtle difference.
This feeling struck her as familiar; something similar seemed to have happened before.
Even though she was back, Zhan Yangyi seemed to be avoiding her.
Zhan Yichen also thought that the matter between Zhan Yangyi and Chen Yutong had come to an end, but recently he discovered that Zhan Yangyi was working himself to death at the company most of the time.
To put it nicely, it might be because Chen Yutong's return had given Zhan Yangyi boundless motivation.
To put it crudely, it seemed as if he was avoiding going home.
"Big Brother, it's already this late, why aren't you going back yet?"
It was well past closing time, and the company was already empty.
If Zhan Yichen hadn't had some unfinished business entrusted to him by Zhan Mohan, he wouldn't have stayed at the company.
Zhan Yangyi still appeared to be busy: "Although these new projects have always been under my responsibility, Zhan Corporation's situation is different from before. So, to catch up with the progress of other projects, I must complete the preliminary work faster."
Hearing this, Zhan Yichen was reminded of what Zhan Mohan had told him earlier.
"If you have time, help Brother Yichen with his matters. However, the project progress is normal now, so there shouldn't be any trouble."
This statement undoubtedly contradicted Zhan Yangyi's words.
Zhan Mohan naturally understood the projects of Zhan Corporation the most clearly. Therefore, it meant Zhan Yangyi was just using his busyness as an excuse.
"Alright, Big Brother. These things can be done tomorrow. It's getting late, Sister-in-law is waiting for you at home." He said, blocking Zhan Yangyi's computer screen without hesitation, leaving him no room for maneuver.
Zhan Yangyi sighed. Since Zhan Yichen wanted him to go back, he couldn't stay any longer.
"Alright, I'll pack up and leave."
As he said this, he stood up.
In fact, Zhan Yangyi didn't want to keep avoiding Chen Yutong. When he brought Chen Yutong back that day, he was genuinely happy.
But upon returning home, everything that had happened had to come back to him.
It seemed the issue was resolved, but some things appeared unchanged.
For example, Chen Yutong's motive was for money.
He believed that the reason he could coax Chen Yutong back was related to the inheritance Zhan Mohan had allocated to them.
Without this money, Chen Yutong might not have returned to his side again.
Therefore, Chen Yutong's love for money had not fundamentally changed.
This made Zhan Yangyi hesitate again. He still couldn't determine if Chen Yutong loved him more, or loved money more.
Zhan Yichen observed Zhan Yangyi from the side. He was certain that Zhan Yangyi had something on his mind, and it was definitely related to Chen Yutong.
Finally, Zhan Yangyi let out a long sigh. He didn't want to go back now. It would be better to go to a bar after leaving.
But just as he made up his mind, Zhan Yichen's voice rang out: "Big Brother, do you have other plans later? If not, let's go for a drink."
Zhan Yangyi naturally agreed, which gave him a more solid reason.
The two of them went to a bar they frequented. To say they frequented it was an exaggeration; only Zhan Yangyi came here often.
Zhan Yichen would not come to such a place unless it was necessary.
"Big Brother, you have something on your mind, don't you?" Zhan Yichen finally asked. "If you ask me, there's nothing that can't be resolved between husband and wife. It's better to ask clearly than to keep it bottled up."
Hearing this, Zhan Yangyi felt a pang of envy for Zhan Yichen's directness in all matters.
Based on his understanding of Zhan Yichen and Mu Linjing, this approach was indeed very suitable for their kind of family.
However, his situation with Chen Yutong was completely different.
If he directly expressed his thoughts, wouldn't Chen Yutong run away from home again?
"Our situation is different from yours, so it might require a different approach," Zhan Yangyi said, taking a drink. "I'm still unsure if Yutong loves me or is after my money."
Thinking of this, Zhan Yangyi's mood became quite somber. It wasn't that he thought Chen Yutong was such a woman in his heart, but the events that had occurred made him have to consider that possibility.
He had indeed considered that since he loved Chen Yutong, and Chen Yutong loved money, it wouldn't be impossible to give her wealth.
However, his family's situation did not give him enough confidence to hold onto Chen Yutong indefinitely. If the family's situation worsened one day, would Chen Yutong leave him?
This made him even more concerned about what Chen Yutong truly felt for him.
"So that's how it is," Zhan Yichen seemed to understand the feeling. "But I believe that since Sister-in-law has stayed with you for a lifetime, those worries might be unnecessary."
Zhan Yangyi felt that Zhan Yichen's words had some merit. After all, Chen Yutong had spent a lifetime with him. Perhaps his worries were unfounded, yet he still couldn't find peace in his heart.
"How about this..." Zhan Yichen suddenly said, "Don't you just want to know if Sister-in-law is sincere towards you? If you don't mind, Big Brother, I have a way."
Zhan Yangyi looked at Zhan Yichen. "Tell me."
When Zhan Yangyi returned home, it was already very late.
Chen Yutong, worried, had been waiting for him. Only when she saw Zhan Yangyi enter the door did she breathe a sigh of relief.
Regardless of anything else, she didn't want the past to repeat itself. She had decided to cherish their relationship, also for the sake of their future child.
"Why are you back so late? Have you eaten?"
Zhan Yangyi appeared nonchalant. "Yes, I've eaten. I had dinner with the project team after work, so I'm back this late."
Chen Yutong didn't doubt him, only feeling a bit of concern. "You should drink less in the future; it's not good for your health."
As she spoke, Zhan Yangyi watched her. At least at this moment, he could feel that Chen Yutong was genuinely worried about him.
Zhan Yangyi's heart stirred. He pulled Chen Yutong into his embrace. "I'm sorry for making you worry. Look, I haven't drunk much, have I? I spent most of the time discussing matters."
Chen Yutong then nodded. "You haven't had dinner at home for several days. Will you be back tomorrow?"
"I won't be able to accompany you for dinner tomorrow, as the project matters aren't finished yet."
Zhan Yangyi's words disappointed Chen Yutong and further convinced her that something was amiss with Zhan Yangyi.