Love Lock

Chapter 110 The Addiction Strikes Again
In the wasteland of Qingshui County, the work that the craftsmen were supposed to do was nearing completion. These craftsmen were all brought over from Qingshui County by Zhao Zun.

When these craftsmen were working in Qingshui County, they were required to maintain strict secrecy. Therefore, they knew what to do.

After the craftsmen agreed, they all went about their own business. Zhao Zun took off the love lock from his neck and gently rubbed it in his hand.

"Girl. The cement plant has started construction according to the blueprints you gave me. When will you be back?" Zhao Zun murmured, looking at the lock of love.

Today is March 15th. A full moon hangs in the sky, casting a cool, silvery glow that envelops the entire Fufeng County in a tranquil and serene atmosphere.

On the earthen slope, Zhao Zun, the King of Cangzhou, held the emerald green love lock tightly in his hand. His affectionate gaze pierced through the layers of night, as if trying to penetrate space and look at Han Lei, who was far away in Jingzhou.

At this moment, the emerald green love lock shimmered with a soft light in Zhao Zun's hand, and an indescribable warmth welled up in his heart, but it was soon enveloped by deep longing.

Zhao Zun sighed softly, his gaze fixed on the bright, full moon.

Just then, the light from the Love Lock suddenly became even brighter, and Zhao Zun's heart stirred, as if he sensed something.

To this day, he still doesn't understand why the Love Lock charm is emitting a faint glow intermittently. This had never happened before he gave it to the girl. Could it be that the girl has encountered some danger?
Thinking of this, Zhao Zun felt inexplicably flustered.

He decided to go back and ask his mother, who knew more about the Love Lock.

Anyway, he had brought his mother and younger sister Zhao Ling'er to Fufeng County so that he could take care of them at any time, and they were currently staying at an inn.

In order to divert Sun Zhizhou's attention, Zhao Zun has been actively offering suggestions on the construction of the Prince's Mansion, and has temporarily left Sun Zhizhou in Qingshui County to oversee its construction.

Back at the inn, Zhao Zun gently pushed open the door and saw the old lady sitting at the table, engrossed in reading an ancient book under the solar-powered light. Zhao Ling'er sat beside her, sewing a handkerchief with needle and thread.

Seeing Zhao Zun return, the old lady looked up and smiled kindly, "Zun'er, you're back. Why were you busy until so late?"

Zhao Zun walked to the old lady's side and handed her the love lock that was emitting a faint light.

"Mom, look at this. Why does it glow?"

The old lady took the love lock, then chuckled and said, "Silly child, Lei'er must be missing you right now. The love lock will only emit a faint light when you both miss each other."

"Really?"

Upon hearing that Han Lei was also thinking of him, Zhao Zun felt his heart melt, as if all his worries and weariness had vanished in that instant.

It feels so good to be missed and loved!
The old lady looked at Zhao Zun with eyes full of love and satisfaction.

Her son had been stationed at the border for many years, and she had always been worried about his marriage. Now, seeing the deep affection between Zhao Zun and Han Lei, and how they could feel each other's longing and concern no matter how far apart they were, she felt relieved.

After returning to his room, Zhao Zun lay on the bed and tightly gripped the love lock in his hand.

Moonlight streamed through the window, bathing him in a silvery veil. Zhao Zun closed his eyes, Han Lei's delicate and sweet face appearing in his mind, and he drifted off to sleep…

Just as the old lady said, Han Lei, who was far away in Taoyuan County, Jingzhou, was sleepless tonight. She was holding the letter Zhao Zun had given her and gazing at the full moon in the sky, missing Zhao Zun.

She had read the letter several times, but these past few days, whenever she missed Zhao Zun, she would still take it out and look at it again. In the letter, Zhao Zun expressed his longing for her, mentioned their wedding date of the second day of the second lunar month, and also fully expressed his apologies.

Han Lei felt that she was the one who should really feel sorry. She had been so busy with business that she had completely forgotten about the wedding date, while Zhao Zun had kept it in mind.

Fortunately, after more than a month of hard work and travel, the winery in Taoyuan County was expanded, and an inn and a security escort agency were opened.

With all the brothers at the brewery capable of handling things independently, and with the recruitment of many new people, Tao Qing was freed up to take charge of the entire business in Jingzhou.

She's been exhausted these past few days. After a day of rest tomorrow, she can set off for Cangzhou to meet Zhao Zun.

Thinking about seeing Zhao Zun soon, Han Lei smiled shyly. She placed the letter beside her pillow and fell into a deep sleep...

On the third day, Han Lei embarked on her journey to Cangzhou by carriage. Tao Qing dispatched Eleven and Fifteen of the Jingzhou Big Character Team to accompany and protect her.

After several days of bumpy travel, they finally arrived in Mianning County, Jingzhou, on March 25th. Further on was Qingshui County, Cangzhou; their destination was now within reach.

After days of traveling, Han Lei decided to rest for half a day at this inn to relax her aching and tired body before setting off again early the next morning.

In the evening, in a small restaurant in Mianning County, Han Lei and her two companions sat around a wooden table and ordered several of the local specialties.

Han Lei habitually looked around, observing the restaurant's layout, the flow of customers, and the diners' reactions.

Now, her eyes hold a sharper, more insightful look than when she was a military doctor.

"Young lady, are you planning to open a restaurant here again?" Eleven couldn't help but ask.

Along the way, Shiyi discovered that her daughter always had a strong interest in business. Wherever they went, she liked to explore and investigate, hoping to find potential business opportunities.

Han Lei smiled slightly and nodded.

"Although this place is under the jurisdiction of Jingzhou, it happens to be located between Taoyuan County and Qingshui County. The pork from Qingshui County is of excellent quality and it is not far to transport it here. The Zuixian wine from Taoyuan County will also pass through this area when it is delivered to Tongfulou. Opening a restaurant here would indeed be an ideal location."

Upon hearing this, Shiwu knew that his daughter's business aspirations had resurfaced.

He raised an eyebrow and reminded her, "Miss, I think it would be better if you went to Cangzhou to meet up with the Prince first, so as not to worry him."

"Uh... okay! I was just saying. Let's take care of business first and continue our journey early tomorrow morning."

As Han Lei spoke, the corner of her mouth twitched slightly. Indeed, the recent string of projects she had launched had been going smoothly, making her somewhat too engrossed in them.

Although she had sent a letter to Zhao Zun, it was still not good that she hadn't returned to Cangzhou for so long. Given Zhao Zun's sensitive nature, he must be very worried.

As the three were talking, the waiter brought the food to the table. Han Lei, who was a little hungry, was the first to pick up her chopsticks and get ready to eat.

Unexpectedly, at that moment, a broken bowl was held out, interrupting Han Lei's actions.

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