Wei Yumeng's expression was surprisingly calm, as if the matter had nothing to do with her.
However, she did not deny it: "Wei Jin, when you were ruthless to me before, you didn't show any mercy. When you saw me and Mu Linjing in the obstetrics and gynecology department at the hospital, you ran to report me to Zhan Mohan, afraid that I would have a better life after giving birth than you, right? Your child couldn't be kept, so you schemed to harm me!"
It was her excessive kindness in the past that led to her and Gu Shuyi's current predicament. If she had been tougher, she wouldn't have been overthrown and Gu Shuyi wouldn't have ended up lying in the hospital.
She couldn't be like that anymore. If anyone dared to stab her in the back, she would make that person taste what it felt like to be schemed against.
Wei Jin narrowed her eyes and sneered, "I didn't realize you, who usually appear gentle and harmless, are no less manipulative than I am. No, you're even worse. Does Zhan Mohan know what a vixen he married? You're willing to ruin my reputation to get revenge on me. Wei Yumeng, you've really planned well!"
Wei Yumeng replied with a forced smile, "Likewise! We could have stayed out of each other's way, and I never intended to return to this home. It was you who wouldn't let me go, so let's fight to the end."
Now, anyone who dared to harm her child was her enemy. If she hadn't reacted quickly and sought Chu Zian's help, she couldn't imagine what her situation would be like now. Zhan Mohan would have forced her to have an abortion.
The doctor had told her when she lost her first child that her chances of conceiving were very low. If she could get pregnant again, it would only be thanks to heaven's blessing. She had finally gotten a chance to become a mother, only to be almost ruined by Wei Jin.
Who wouldn't be enraged?
Wei Jin clenched her fists, her heart filled with anger, "I'm going to kill you, you crazy woman!"
Wei Jin roared, her face contorted with rage as she lunged at Wei Yumeng. Wei Yumeng was prepared, having anticipated that Wei Jin would fly into a rage.
But just as Wei Jin was about to pounce on her, Wei Anguo suddenly shouted in exasperation.
"Aren't you embarrassed enough? Stop it!"
Yin Fang was also afraid of provoking Wei Anguo, which would make Wei Jin's situation even more difficult to handle. She grudgingly swallowed her anger and pulled Wei Jin back.
"Don't be presumptuous in front of your father! We need to deal with the main issue first."
The guy with the yellow hair shook his keychain, "Exactly, money talks first. Otherwise, I can't guarantee these photos won't be seen by others."
Yin Fang took a deep breath and shot a disgusted glance at the yellow-haired man.
"How much do you want?"
"Fifty thousand, and I'll give you all the photos."
Wei Anguo cared most about his reputation. If Wei Jin's reputation was damaged, their Wei family would also be implicated. He couldn't bear the loss.
In such situations, they could only consider themselves unlucky.
"Alright, you show us the photos first, and then I'll give you the money."
The yellow-haired man wasn't afraid that Wei Anguo would go back on his word. After all, they were wealthy, and fifty thousand wouldn't be a problem for them.
He signaled to the capped man behind him and handed the remaining photos to Wei Anguo.
Wei Anguo didn't even want to look at them and simply told Yin Fang to burn them in the back. He also had Yin Fang get a bank card from the room.
"Here is fifty thousand. Don't bother my daughter again."
The yellow-haired man grinned as he accepted it, "Don't worry, we are people of our word."
"Get lost!" Wei Anguo turned his face away, finding it disgusting to even look at these scoundrels.
The yellow-haired man, having received the money, naturally didn't want to linger.
"Alright, brothers, let's go, time to share the loot."
After the yellow-haired man and his companions disappeared from the hall, Wei Yumeng, having watched the show, picked up her bag and stood up.
"Wei Jin, this time I merely borrowed strength to counter force. If you trouble me again in the future, it won't be this simple."
Wei Jin originally wanted to vent her anger further, but thinking of Wei Yumeng's methods this time, she held back. There would be plenty of time for that; she would settle this score with her slowly.
After Wei Yumeng left the Wei family, the yellow-haired man and his group were waiting for her by the roadside.
"Sister, we brothers are lucky to get this money thanks to you this time. Shall we give you a cut?"
"No need. But I hope you've handed over all the photos. This matter stays buried, and none of you are to mention it again."
Wei Yumeng just wanted to give Wei Jin a warning, but the situation was her own doing. If she had stayed at home and not gone to such a mixed crowd, these people wouldn't have had an opportunity.
The yellow-haired man nodded repeatedly, "Yes, yes, yes, we didn't keep any. Let's pretend this never happened."
"Mm." Wei Yumeng hailed a taxi by the roadside and left the Wei family.
She returned to Mu Linjing's place, exhausted, and fell asleep. When she woke up, it was the next day.
As she was finishing her morning routine and preparing to go to work, she received a call from Zhan Mohan.
Thinking about what happened at the hospital yesterday, she now felt a tremor of fear whenever she saw Zhan Mohan's name.
But she couldn't avoid him, so she had to face him.
"Hello, what is it?"
"Siyu is busy today. Come over for a bit."
"Okay, I'll take leave from work first." Wei Yumeng agreed readily.
"No need. Fang Xun will handle it. Just come over."
Besides, he had something to ask her.
"Alright."
Zhan Mohan hung up the phone and said to Jiang Siyu beside him.
"You've been on guard all night. Go back and rest. Don't come to the company today either."
Jiang Siyu looked displeased, "Ahan, I'm fine, I don't need to rest. I can stay here to take care of you. Why do you insist on having Wei Yumeng come over?"
"You're not made of iron. We agreed to take turns. You can come back tonight."
Zhan Mohan had his reasons. He couldn't ask Wei Yumeng certain questions in front of Jiang Siyu.
But in Jiang Siyu's eyes, Zhan Mohan just wanted to see Wei Yumeng; he couldn't let go of her, which was his true intention.
"What are you two talking about?"
Jing Yan suddenly walked in from the doorway, carrying some fruit and a bouquet of fresh lilies.
Jiang Siyu and Jing Yan had known each other for a long time, but after Jiang Siyu left Zhan Mohan, they hadn't been in touch. They had only reconnected recently.
Zhan Mohan said to Jing Yan, "You've arrived at a good time. Take her back first."
Jiang Siyu pouted, "I don't want to go."
She didn't want Wei Yumeng to be alone with him. Who knew what might happen if they spent time together? Zhan Mohan hadn't given up on Wei Yumeng yet.
Zhan Mohan had to give Jing Yan a meaningful look. Jing Yan understood and walked up to Jiang Siyu.
"It's no use staying here. Just listen to Ahan and go back to rest. You can come back tonight. Don't you have a design project to take on tomorrow?"
Jiang Siyu then remembered that she had a long-standing appointment with a client, which she had been postponing due to her lack of time. Both parties had agreed to meet tomorrow.
She was meticulous about her work and a person of her word.
Seeing this, she could only nod in agreement.
"Alright, then I'll go back and rest. Call me if you need anything."
Before leaving, Jiang Siyu couldn't help but remind him.
Zhan Mohan waved them goodbye.
The ward returned to a state of calm, and he finally felt a little more comfortable, intending to close his eyes and rest.
When Wei Yumeng arrived, she was carrying some food. She was afraid Zhan Mohan would be bored in the hospital and could eat something to replenish his energy when he had nothing to do.
As soon as she pushed open the ward door, she saw him lying on the hospital bed, looking much better than yesterday.
She noticed his blanket wasn't properly pulled up, and the window was still open, letting in a draft.
Wei Yumeng shook her head helplessly, walked over, closed the window first, then turned to tuck the corner of his blanket, just as he opened his eyes and was staring intently at her.
She was startled by his sudden awakening, especially by his probing gaze, which made her feel flustered.
"You... why did you suddenly wake up?"
Zhan Mohan saw through the panic in her eyes and curled his lips into a sarcastic smile.
"Why, are you afraid I'll discover your secret?"