If we can find the recipe and recruit some skilled craftsmen, we might just succeed.
A glint flashed in Yongzheng's eyes, and he pondered, "If we can really produce glass ourselves, we can not only save a lot of money, but also sell it back to the West and make a profit."
The more he thought about it, the more feasible it seemed. He immediately slammed his hand on the table and said, "Good! I will order the Ministry of Works to begin testing tomorrow."
Seeing his high spirits, Lin Yun added, "Glass has a wide range of uses. Besides mirrors, it can also be made into windows, utensils, and even telescopes."
Mastering this technology would greatly benefit both the country and its people.
Emperor Yongzheng nodded approvingly: "Yun'er is indeed insightful. If this matter succeeds, you should be credited with the greatest merit!"
He held her hand, his voice full of satisfaction, "With your assistance, I am like a tiger with wings."
Lin Yun smiled, her eyes softening with tenderness: "I was merely suggesting an idea; its actual implementation will require the Emperor and the Ministry of Works to put in the effort."
Emperor Yongzheng laughed loudly and said, "It is already rare to have ideas."
"I will immediately issue an edict ordering people to gather the raw materials and then seek out skilled craftsmen."
He paused, then joked, "It seems my Empress is not only a virtuous helper, but also my 'brain trust'!"
Lin Yun blushed slightly and said reproachfully, "Your Majesty is teasing me again."
Meanwhile, the East India Company's spies couldn't sleep all night.
Consul Charles stared at the secret letter in his hand, his face grim: "The Qing Dynasty's merchant ships have returned, bringing back a large amount of gold and silver jewelry. If this continues, our East India Company will be left with nothing."
A follower whispered, "Consul, we haven't received a reply to our secret letter yet. There's probably something fishy going on..."
The gentlemen of London would never stand idly by; there was only one possibility—the letter had been intercepted!
Charles gritted his teeth and said, "The letter must be sent out no matter what. The Qing Dynasty not only has mountains of gold and silver, but also the technology we've always dreamed of!"
Tell them to send someone quickly to come up with a solution, otherwise the East India Company will never recover!
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