Wen Yulan, being directly called boring by her own son, was fuming. Fortunately, Qiao Ningzhi was a perceptive person and knew they were in a pregnant woman's ward. Arguing loudly would surely disturb the pregnant woman's rest. Moreover, she didn't want to be the cause of their conflict, so she offered to leave.
"Aunt Zhan, I just remembered I have something else to do, so I'll be going now."
Wen Yulan quickly grabbed her arm, "Aren't we here to see the baby? Let's take a look before you go?"
Having interacted twice, Qiao Ningzhi had gained a superficial understanding of her. If she refused, Wen Yulan would likely find other excuses. It was better to comply with her wishes for an early peace.
So, she turned back, "If that's the case, and if Mr. Zhan and Mrs. Zhan find it convenient, could I also see the two babies?"
"Oh, what's inconvenient about it? Such great news, Mo Han should learn to share this joy."
Zhan Mohan had been watching them with cold eyes for a long time. His good mood was almost entirely ruined by her presence. Now she wanted to see the children, and Zhan Mohan was naturally unwilling.
He stated directly that it was inconvenient, "The two children are premature and will need to stay in the incubator for a few more days. It's not convenient for you to see them."
This remark left Wen Yulan momentarily speechless. She didn't dare to openly confront Zhan Mohan too much, but she was unwilling to leave without seeing the children today.
The situation reached a stalemate. Seeing this, Wei Yumeng exaggeratedly yawned. Qiao Ningzhi, quick to react, immediately offered to leave.
"Mrs. Zhan must be tired after just giving birth. We can see the babies later, I'll leave now."
Having learned from her previous experience, she didn't give Wen Yulan a chance to stop her this time and quickly walked out of the ward. Wen Yulan, seeing that her excuse was gone, followed her out.
Upon reaching the hospital lobby, Qiao Ningzhi really didn't want to listen to her endless chatter. She used the excuse of having other commitments and got into her car.
This time, Wen Yulan didn't stop her. After watching her car turn around, she returned to the hospital.
Seeing this in her rearview mirror, Qiao Ningzhi, on an impulse, stopped her car. Although at such a time she should maintain a hands-off attitude and not meddle in others' affairs, she had heard about Wen Yulan's character before – she was indeed someone who stirred up trouble. Her returning to the hospital behind her back likely meant something untoward.
Therefore, after some deliberation, she sent a text message to Zhan Yichen.
Upon receiving the message, Zhan Yichen's first thought was that Wen Yulan had gone to see the children. He knew Wen Yulan harbored hostility towards them and that he absolutely couldn't be careless at this time.
He quickly made an excuse to leave the ward and immediately went to find Wen Yulan. As expected, he saw her near the incubators.
She was speaking to a nurse, whose expression was tense. Zhan Yichen had a bad feeling and immediately walked over, "Mom, why are you here?"
Her sudden appearance made Wen Yulan break out in a cold sweat. Seemingly realizing her reaction was too intense, she quickly feigned composure, "Why are you walking so quietly? Why did you come here?"
Zhan Yichen's face darkened, "I should be asking you that. Didn't you leave with Qiao Ningzhi? Why are you here?"
Wen Yulan was a bit guilty. She opened her mouth several times but couldn't fabricate an excuse. In the end, she could only resort to unreasonable demands, "You're questioning your own mother now? What's wrong with me coming to see the children? Can't I see them?"
Zhan Yichen was clearly getting impatient, "Mom, I hope you won't do anything detrimental to the children. Both children are innocent, and so is Lin Jing. Even if you don't like her, don't intentionally harm her. I'm making myself clear: I've made up my mind about her."
No one knows a mother better than her son. Zhan Yichen, as her son, understood perfectly what Wen Yulan was scheming in her heart.
When Wei Yumeng was pregnant before, many people had their eyes on her belly. Now that the children had been safely delivered, it didn't mean the crisis was over. After all, harming two infants wrapped in swaddling clothes, each less than a meter long, was as simple as eating and drinking. Zhan Yichen did not want his mother to make another mistake and become an accomplice.
Wen Yulan, her intentions seen through by him, felt restless, "In your heart, I'm this kind of person. You're truly my good son."
She pretended to be angry and walked past Zhan Yichen, leaving the hospital. She thought her act was convincing, but in reality, the more she avoided the topic, the more Zhan Yichen was convinced that she had malicious intentions. Otherwise, if he had mentioned Mu Linjing, she should have reacted with righteous indignation and complaints. Why would she turn and leave?
He silently took note of this matter. He would have to be cautious of Wen Yulan's every move lately, lest the two innocent children be harmed. Out of consideration for his mother, he did not choose to tell Zhan Mohan about this, hoping only that Wen Yulan would not do anything foolish.
Today was a special day. Wei Yumeng had given birth to twins. It was a joyous occasion, and visitors arrived one after another as soon as the news spread. Shortly after Wen Yulan left, Xin Ran knocked on the ward door.
In their work, he and Zhan Mohan were partners, but in private, they were still rivals. Moreover, Zhan Mohan had once believed the child was his. Therefore, seeing him today, he felt a degree of resistance.
"Why are you here?"
Xin Ran knew Zhan Mohan's reservations, but he still smiled, "Of course, I'm here to congratulate you on your precious son and daughter. I heard Yu Meng had twins. As your partner and Yu Meng's friend, there's no reason why I shouldn't come to visit." He said this to imply to Zhan Mohan that he had no ulterior motives.
Although he understood Xin Ran's intention, Zhan Mohan's attitude did not change quickly. "You've seen them, so if there's nothing else, don't disturb my wife's rest."
Seeing his stinginess, Wei Yumeng quickly tugged at his sleeve, "Xin Ran, thank you for visiting me. However, it's not convenient for you to see the babies today. We'll do it another day."
Xin Ran wasn't here to see the babies this time. He calculated the date and knew Wei Yumeng had given birth prematurely, so he specifically came to check on the mother's condition. Seeing that Wei Yumeng's complexion was acceptable, he felt relieved.
Knowing he was not welcome by Zhan Mohan, he didn't want to make things difficult for Wei Yumeng. After a few pleasantries, he prepared to leave.
Unexpectedly, Zheng Yuanyuan, whom he hadn't seen in a long time, suddenly appeared. As soon as she entered, she linked arms with him and approached the bedside again.
"Mr. Zhan, I heard you've had twins today. Congratulations."
Zhan Mohan frowned. He didn't detect any congratulatory tone in her words. As expected, Zheng Yuanyuan's next sentence delivered a nauseating blow.