For now, Chen Yu Tong had managed to pacify Zhan Yang Yi. However, his last words had brought Chen Yu Tong a sense of unprecedented crisis.
Initially, she had merely intended to use Zhan Yang Yi as a means to get in touch with Zhan Mo Han. But Zhan Yang Yi's plea not to betray him carried a hint of threat and danger.
Chen Yu Tong even realized that if such an incident were to recur a few more times, Zhan Yang Yi might no longer listen to any of her explanations, rendering all her efforts futile.
Chen Yu Tong dialed a number. The person on the other end was one of her confidantes, someone who occasionally helped her with certain tasks.
"After I left with Mr. Zhan that day, did anything happen at the Zhan family's residence?"
"No, Mr. Zhan didn't stay there long, and there was nothing unusual when he left," the person replied. After a pause, they added, "However, after Mr. Zhan left that day, others came to the Zhan family's residence."
"Others? Who?" Chen Yu Tong couldn't help but wonder if, since some information was coming through Wei Yu Meng, there was a possibility of others relaying messages.
"It was Mu Lin Jing. I've investigated, and she is Miss Wei's best friend."
Chen Yu Tong finally had an epiphany. "Have you checked if Mu Lin Jing met with Yang Yi alone?"
"Yes, shortly after Mu Lin Jing arrived at the Zhan residence that day, she left. Immediately afterward, she went to Mr. Zhan's company."
Now Chen Yu Tong was completely clear. It seemed that Mu Lin Jing was definitely involved in Zhan Yang Yi's renewed suspicion towards her.
Since things had escalated to this point, it also meant that what Mu Lin Jing knew had gone beyond her control.
As for Wei Yu Meng, she was still confident she could placate her for the time being. After all, with the relationship between Zhan Yang Yi and Zhan Mo Han as brothers, Wei Yu Meng would naturally not say anything to Zhan Yang Yi casually in order to maintain that relationship.
But Mu Lin Jing was entirely different. She was an outsider in this matter, and in reality, she was not under her control at all.
Therefore, this person would only become a variable in her plan, and her appearance could very well disrupt her plans. For instance, this time, she had almost ruined her major undertaking.
"I must find a way to keep her occupied with her own problems, so she won't have so much energy to meddle in our affairs," Chen Yu Tong muttered to herself.
Even though Mu Lin Jing had been very direct with Zhan Yang Yi, she still felt uneasy.
Just as she was about to contact Wei Yu Meng again to inquire about the situation, her home called.
"Madam, it's bad news. The young master has fallen ill and been admitted to the hospital. Please come back quickly."
Mu Lin Jing's heart leaped. She couldn't bother with anything else and immediately drove home.
Mu Lin Jing had informed Wei Yu Meng in advance before going to see her, but Wei Yu Meng waited and waited, yet Mu Lin Jing never arrived.
Thinking about what Mu Lin Jing had done yesterday, she felt a pang of worry.
It wasn't that she was worried about what Zhan Yang Yi might do to Mu Lin Jing, but rather what Chen Yu Tong might do.
Undoubtedly, if their previous suspicions were correct, Chen Yu Tong would be the person most affected by this situation. Therefore, her seeking revenge would be entirely unsurprising.
Wei Yu Meng hesitated for a moment before picking up her phone to call Mu Lin Jing.
"Lin Jing, why aren't you here yet? Are you alright?" Wei Yu Meng's voice was full of concern.
Mu Lin Jing, who was somewhat busy, finally reacted. "Sorry, Yu Meng. My child got sick suddenly. I was a bit flustered and forgot to tell you."
Hearing this, Wei Yu Meng breathed a sigh of relief. At least Mu Lin Jing hadn't encountered any danger.
"Is the child's condition serious?"
"It's nothing serious, just food poisoning. It's mostly handled now, but he needs to be observed in the hospital."
Wei Yu Meng thought for a moment. "Lin Jing, which hospital are you at? I'll come over."
Mu Lin Jing quickly said, "You don't need to worry about me. Your own situation is still so chaotic. Deal with your own matters first."
Wei Yu Meng's tone was stubbornly insistent. "You've helped me so much already. I can manage this small matter. Besides, my situation can't be resolved in a short time anyway."
Mu Lin Jing knew Wei Yu Meng's temperament. When it came to certain things, Wei Yu Meng could be frighteningly stubborn. If she insisted Wei Yu Meng not come now, it would likely only make Wei Yu Meng feel more uncomfortable.
"Alright then. I'll send you the hospital address later. Come if you can, but don't force yourself if you can't."
After Wei Yu Meng hung up, she immediately received Mu Lin Jing's message and prepared to leave.
Wei Yu Meng had been taking care of the child with Mu Lin Jing these past few days, naturally neglecting Zhan Mo Han's situation somewhat.
In fact, Wei Yu Meng had been so busy that she even felt her worries might just be psychological. After all, Chen Yu Tong and Zhan Yang Yi's relationship was also a factor, and she didn't believe their feelings for each other were fake, especially from Zhan Yang Yi's side.
While Wei Yu Meng was busy with the child, Zhan Mo Han was completely immersed in his work.
At least, he believed that if Wei Yu Meng was with Mu Lin Jing, she wouldn't encounter any danger, and it was much better than staying at home and overthinking.
Zhan Mo Han checked the time. In a little while, he had a scheduled meeting with his business partner, and the discussion was about the project for which Chen Yu Tong was the endorser. Therefore, Chen Yu Tong would be attending with him.
Thinking of this, Zhan Mo Han rubbed his temples with a headache. They had only attended an event together before, and so much gossip had arisen. This time, he didn't want the same thing to happen.
"Fang Xun, how is the task I assigned you coming along?"
Fang Xun stepped forward. "Mr. Zhan, please rest assured. Our people have thoroughly investigated the agreed-upon location. This time, the reporters will have no opportunity to capture anything."
Zhan Mo Han nodded, hoping the meeting would go smoothly.
The place they had agreed upon was a business hotel, which was also where the foreign investor was staying.
To facilitate the investor, they had chosen to meet there directly.
Today, Chen Yu Tong had dressed up meticulously for this meeting. A white evening gown perfectly accentuated her figure. She had spent over two hours in front of her wardrobe to choose this dress.
Although this meeting was purely for business negotiations, she still wanted Zhan Mo Han to see her at her most perfect.
When Zhan Mo Han saw Chen Yu Tong, he frowned. He truly hadn't expected Chen Yu Tong to overdress herself so much.