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Thus, more than half a month passed in the blink of an eye—
The man wearing the Golden Mask—Ling Feng—had already left Hengfeng County to return to the capital for preparations before opening his shop.
During this time, Ziyan focused on training and cultivating two Death Warriors to make marinated products.
Some might feel frustrated: is it really worth spending so much to train and cultivate two Death Warriors into helpers? Could it potentially lead to significant losses?
In fact, that is not the case! Ziyan had her own plans and calculations in mind.
Firstly, ancient Death Warriors were absolutely loyal to their masters; secondly, each Death Warrior typically possessed considerable martial skills. If anyone attempted to obtain their recipes or learn their techniques, their schemes would surely fail.
This is what is called double insurance, and it is definitely worth a try.
Currently, these two Death Warriors selected by Mo the Divine Physician had already mastered the skills of Braised Meat and Marinated Dishes during this half-month period.
As for the spices and their proportions, Ziyan would certainly not teach everyone—
Those spice packets were personally ground and sewn by her along with the Purple Family Members, including Wu San and Wu Xiang, her most trusted relatives and confidants.
She knew very well that the recipe was the most crucial part of her entire industry chain.
Sure enough! One afternoon, more than half a month later, Ling Feng returned to Hengfeng County Town with his two guards from the capital.
In the courtyard of Zi Family Spiced Braise on the second floor, in Ling Yuxuan's room.
A lavish feast had just concluded, and the group began discussing matters regarding the shop in the capital.
Masked Man Ling Feng brought a sketch of the layout for the Beijing branch of the Zi Family Spiced Braise restaurant. Ziyan took a look and was quite satisfied.
This was because Ziyan had previously requested that the storefront and decoration style be consistent for the chain stores. Only then could it showcase its professionalism and strength.
"You are the big Boss, you must come with me to Beijing for the grand opening ceremony," Ling Feng expressed his thoughts to Ziyan first.
"No need for that. Trustworthy people are not doubted, and doubted people are not trusted. For now, you handle things in Beijing! Just make sure not to ruin the reputation of my Zi Family Spiced Braise," Ziyan thought about it; she actually wanted to go, as she was infinitely eager to see—
The ancient capital! How could she not want to experience it? However, she noticed that Ling Yuxuan seemed a bit hesitant regarding this matter.
After careful consideration, it made sense! Her Martial Arts skills were lacking, and if Ling Yuxuan were to reveal her identity upon arriving in Beijing, it would be like a sheep entering a tiger's den. One moment of carelessness could lead to disaster.
If something went wrong, Ling Yuxuan would have to save herself while also protecting such a burden as her.
Thus, after several days of contemplation, Ziyan ultimately decided that she would not go to Beijing this time.
"This—this won't do! I lack experience in this area. As the saying goes: a good start is half the battle. If you don't personally go to guide me on-site, I—I really fear that there will be chaos or embarrassment right from the opening," Ling Feng firmly rejected Ziyan's words and reluctantly continued to persuade her.
At this moment, it wasn't that Ling Feng lacked confidence in his management skills; rather, he couldn't quite understand why—
Ever since he parted ways with Ziyan, he clearly knew in his heart that she was his cousin who had survived great hardships and his future Future Wife.
Yet he still inexplicably missed her and wanted to see her often.
Seeing that Ziyan had no reaction, Ling Feng turned his gaze toward Ling Yuxuan.
Her eyes were filled with anticipation, as if recalling the childhood days when the two of them played a certain game together. Whenever there was a disagreement, Ling Feng would often display that hopeful look.
In an instant, Ling Yuxuan felt her heart soften a bit. "Brother, you seem to lack confidence in the initial phase of the business. How about I disguise myself and accompany you? With me around, Xuan, you can rest assured! Nothing you worry about will happen."
"This cannot be taken lightly." After hesitating for a long time, Ziyan immediately interrupted Ling Feng.
Perhaps it was because she saw Ling Feng's pitiful demeanor!
Ling Yuxuan pondered silently for a long time before finally advising Ziyan, "Yan'er, why don't you go with your brother? It will only be for a month at most; I will stay here and wait for your return."
"Yes! Ziyan, I really have no confidence. That's why I'm quite worried! What if the first franchise fails? It will be much more difficult to open more branches later." Ling Feng continued to act pitifully.
Seeing the serious expressions on both of their faces, Ziyan felt somewhat indecisive.
"Girl, I'm fine. Your business is important! Besides, I will take care of things at home for you." Although Ling Yuxuan felt extremely reluctant inside, he still spoke up for Ling Feng.
"Then—I'll really go. I also want to see what else can be developed in the capital." As she said this, Ziyan turned her gaze back to Ling Feng.
"By the way, is it chaotic in the capital? As a local, you must protect me well." Ziyan intended to tease Ling Feng.
Unexpectedly, in the next second, Ling Feng seemed to be filled with energy as he declared, "Ziyan, don't worry! With me around, even if something happens, I would rather suffer myself than let anyone harm you in the slightest."
After saying this, even Ling Feng himself found it hard to believe that he had become so passionate and emotional today.
Of course, both Ling Yuxuan and Ziyan were stunned by his words and actions at that moment.
Suddenly, in just a moment, Ling Yuxuan felt an inexplicable sense of regret, regretting that he should not have encouraged Ling Feng to persuade Ziyan to go to the capital. Was his brother being a bit too enthusiastic?
But once the words were spoken, it was like water spilled out; the wood was already cooked, and how could one take it back?
Ling Yuxuan was not someone who would go back on his word or be fickle.
So, after all matters and negotiations concluded, Ziyan left the two brothers to prepare for the journey on her own.
At this point, Ling Yuxuan no longer had any hesitation or politeness.
He exuded an aura of endless cold light, his eyes blazing with fire as he fixed his gaze on Ling Feng, who sat at the head of the table, casually playing with a cup.
"I temporarily entrust my future wife to you; you must take good care of her. I hope that when she returns, she will be completely unharmed."
Ling Feng was momentarily taken aback, staring at Ling Yuxuan for a while, but—only for a moment. As soon as he understood, a loud and boisterous laugh echoed throughout the room.
"What? Are you worried about me or lacking confidence in yourself?" After saying this, Ling Feng's face was filled with mockery, even mixed with a fair amount of provocation.
Ling Yuxuan's eyes darkened. "Hmph! Brother, you're overthinking it!"
"Hahaha! Am I overthinking it or is Xuan scared?"
"I—I'm just concerned about her safety. What you don't know is that this girl tends to be quite playful when she has nothing to do. And you know that your affairs and social engagements are numerous; the capital has always been a place full of troubles. If she happens to go out alone without anyone noticing, how can she handle it with her limited skills?"
At this moment, Ling Yuxuan had no choice but to harden his resolve and patiently explain.
As the saying goes: "There’s no silver here, three hundred taels!" Ling Feng could not help but understand the little thoughts of his cousin, yet he still involuntarily pretended to be foolish.
"Oh, I thought it was a big deal! Xuan, don’t worry. Since I promised you, when I return to the capital, I will stay close to Miss Ziyan and protect her. You can rest assured now, right?"
With that, Ling Feng waved his hand generously, signaling Ling Yuxuan not to worry any further.
Stay close? Protect her? That was something he had always done for Beloved Child! Thinking of this, Ling Young Master’s expression became even more complicated.
Ling Feng noticed it and couldn’t help but feel a fleeting sense of pleasure after a scheme had succeeded—
But this fleeting pleasure lasted only a moment before it vanished instantly.
Deep in his heart, an inexplicable sourness began to grow, and as time passed, this sour feeling seemed to intensify.
This feeling came so quickly and so fiercely that every time Ling Feng calmed down, he would feel a wave of fear.
He had always been charming and dashing, living until today surrounded by beautiful women in the Imperial Palace Courtyard since childhood. After coming of age, he had not lacked various beautiful women who actively threw themselves at him.
He had also shared tender moments with many of them under the flowers and the moon—
Yet all along, it had merely been a game, a show. He had never truly given his heart.
Over the years, he had hurt countless women’s feelings in this way.
Meanwhile, the two brothers were subtly playing their own game regarding Ziyan's various issues. On the other side, Ziyan had already arranged all matters and work handovers with her family and Wu San for her time away.
Then, accompanied by Wu Xiang and several new guards, Clerk loaded all the supplies needed for the trip to the capital onto the carriage.
Eager to complete the task and return home as soon as possible, Ziyan thought that there was no time like the present; since she had decided to go, she might as well set off immediately. The journey would take ten days to half a month, so why waste any more time?
With preparations complete, the group set off that very night.
Zhou was reluctant to part with his daughter, and as they bid farewell, tears filled his eyes. Even Ziying, influenced by her mother’s emotions, couldn’t help but shed tears.
“Hey—what are you all doing? It’s just a month! Your daughter isn’t leaving forever,” Ziyan felt a pang of reluctance deep inside.
“Oh dear—alright, alright, come here, my dear mother, let’s hug.” Seeing their expressions, Ziyan couldn’t help but feel both amused and helpless, trying to comfort her mother as if she were a child.
“I want a hug too!” Ziying exclaimed when she saw her sister embracing their mother, unable to resist wanting to join in.
After saying goodbye to her family one by one, and once her clever family members had retreated back into the house, Ziyan slowly approached Ling Yuxuan.
Their eyes met, filled with deep affection; no words or hints were necessary!
Unanimously, the two young lovers who were already deeply in love embraced tightly, unwilling to part for a long time.
At that moment, lost in their mutual affection, the young couple found solace in each other.
Not far away in the carriage, a pair of eyes—already filled with bitterness and disappointment—watched the inseparable couple intently. They blinked without breaking their gaze at the pair who seemed so deeply attached. Alone and sorrowful!
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