Zhan Mohan seemed to have practiced this, applying medicine to Wei Yumeng with practiced ease. He finished in a few strokes, and although he was fast, his touch was gentle. Wei Yumeng had never seen him so careful before.
Her heart felt soft and sweet, like eating cotton candy.
All the unpleasant emotions from before vanished the moment she saw him, leaving only sweetness.
She looked at the man’s serious profile and asked him.
“When did you go find Wei Jin? I didn’t even know.”
What surprised her even more was that Zhan Mohan was willing to use his resources to bankrupt the Wei Group for her.
After applying the medicine, Zhan Mohan put away the medical supplies, his eyes deep and earnest.
“And you, do you think I’m making a mountain out of a molehill?”
He had considered Wei Yumeng before making this decision, but he felt that the Wei family had never treated her as their own.
Wei Jin and Yin Fang had harmed her more than once. He always liked to finish things in one go. If there was no need to keep a threat around, it was better to eliminate it sooner rather than later, so they wouldn’t keep appearing before him and annoy him.
Wei Yumeng shook her head, “No, the Wei family never treated me as one of their own. I don’t want to know too much now. Whatever they want to do, let them do it.”
In her life, only Gu Shuyi was her family. She didn’t care about anyone else.
Zhan Mohan knew that when Wei Yumeng said these words, she must have been deeply hurt.
He gently rubbed her shoulder and soothed her softly, “It’s okay, it’s okay. It’s alright, I’m here.”
Hearing his words, Wei Yumeng felt inexplicably comforted. Zhan Mohan always seemed to possess a magic in his words that could calm her restless heart.
She asked for nothing now, only wanting to stay by the side of the person she liked and have a stable life.
Zhan Mohan’s consideration was well-thought-out, as he didn't want Wei Yumeng to remain in constant danger.
Wei Yumeng gently placed a hand on her stomach, “In two months, we can check the baby’s DNA. Zhan Mohan, are you nervous?”
Zhan Mohan was indeed a little nervous, but how could a man show weakness in front of a woman? More than that, it was his pride.
He calmly shook his head, “No, let nature take its course. No matter how nervous I am, it won’t change anything.”
Wei Yumeng actually believed him, thinking he wasn’t nervous at all.
“No matter what the truth is, I want to give birth to this child, because it might be the only child I’ll ever have.”
As Wei Yumeng spoke, her eyes were fixed on him, pleading.
Compared to before, her attitude had changed. At least she wasn’t confronting Zhan Mohan on everything like she used to.
Zhan Mohan didn’t know how to answer Wei Yumeng, because before he knew the answer, he didn’t know what decision he would make.
To be honest, making decisions was harder for him than for Wei Yumeng.
He didn’t want to lie to her or create uncertainty.
“I’m sorry, I can’t give you an answer right now, but you can keep the child in your womb. However… if the child turns out to be Xin Ran’s, then we will have to separate.”
He couldn’t possibly bring a child that wasn’t his back to the Zhan family; his grandfather would surely be furious.
Although Wei Yumeng felt a little disappointed, she could understand. After all, if Zhan Mohan suddenly had a child for her to raise, becoming a stepmother, she might not be able to accept it immediately.
She understood the principle that one couldn’t have everything.
“Mm, I understand, I can accept it.”
Zhan Mohan felt he needed to calm down. He got up, “There’s no use thinking about it now. Let’s wait.”
When the time came, the truth would be revealed.
Although they both had doubts and felt that Xin Ran might be lying, it was still just suspicion. Without concrete evidence, no one could guarantee that the child in Wei Yumeng’s womb was Zhan Mohan’s.
Wei Yumeng watched him go upstairs. She wanted to call him back, but opened her mouth and said nothing in the end.
What she didn’t know was that offending Wei Jin and Yin Fang this time would cost her such a heavy price.
In the evening, Zhan Mohan received a call from Fang Xun.
“Mr. Zhan, I heard from the doctor that Madam’s mother seems to be fading. She became agitated and has fallen into a coma. The doctor is still trying to revive her.”
Zhan Mohan’s brows furrowed instantly. “When did this happen?”
“About two hours ago. Should we tell Madam?”
Zhan Mohan refused without a second thought. “No, telling her now will only cause her emotional distress. Her pregnancy is not stable yet, and she was frightened yesterday.”
If Wei Yumeng were to know about this now…
He couldn’t imagine the consequences.
Fang Xun was a bit confused. “Then what should we do? Will you come alone?”
“Yes, please ask the doctors to do their best and ensure she is saved.”
“Mr. Zhan, it might be difficult…”
They all knew clearly that Wei Yumeng’s mother was only surviving with the help of medication and machines. To be honest, she was already a living dead person, capable only of seeing. If it weren’t for Mr. Zhan’s financial support, Madam would probably never have seen her mother again.
Zhan Mohan knew this too, but he couldn’t bear to think about how Wei Yumeng would react if she knew her mother was gone.
“I’ll come over first.”
“Okay, I’ll head there now.”
After hanging up, Zhan Mohan hurried downstairs. Wei Yumeng was still sitting in a chair, seemingly lost in thought.
He walked over, “I have to go out for a bit. I might not be back tonight. Be good by yourself at home.”
As he spoke, he gently ruffled her hair. Wei Yumeng was stunned, not understanding what was happening, especially surprised by Zhan Mohan’s change in demeanor. He had seemed angry just a moment ago, why was he like a different person now?
“Is something wrong at the company?” Wei Yumeng asked, seeing his anxious expression.
“Yes, there’s an urgent matter at the company. I’m leaving.”
With that, Zhan Mohan quickly left the apartment.
Wei Yumeng didn’t overthink it, as it was normal for company matters to arise.
When Zhan Mohan arrived at the hospital, the surgery room light had just been turned off. Fang Xun was already waiting outside.
The doctor walked out and removed his mask.
“Who is Gu Shuyi’s family member?”
Zhan Mohan quickly stepped forward. “I am.”
“I’m sorry, we did our best, but we couldn’t save her.”
The man’s brow furrowed. “What happened? She was fine earlier. Why the sudden turn of events?”
“When we found her, the patient had already fallen into a coma. As for the specific reason, we may need to conduct further examinations. However, we did inform you about her previous condition. Even with medication and machines, it was only a matter of time.”
“Even if we had to rely on medication and machines, we would have been willing. To live one more day is one more day.”