Of course, the emperor did not think that a small imperial businessman, in order to pursue the interests of glazed tiles, would dare to leave his assigned errand behind.

The status of a businessman is low, and he can grow his business step by step, and even seek the qualification of an imperial businessman, how can he be so disproportionate? It is even more unlikely that there will be a lack of perception of danger.

It's just that the head of the Guan family has slipped away, what's going on?

The emperor was discussing things with the four auxiliary ministers of the cabinet, and when he heard that Qu Jiang asked to see him, it happened that the matter was almost discussed, so he pushed the stack of pieces that had been reviewed in front of him, "Okay, that's all for today, you go down and do it first." ”

The four pavilion elders glanced at each other, Qu Jiang, what's the matter? The emperor sent them away so casually.

The four of them exited the imperial study and took a look at Qu Jiang. This was outside the emperor's door, so naturally he didn't dare to have so many greetings, and the two sides hugged their fists and staggered.

When he walked out, Gao Qi, who was walking next to Zhan Kangwen, asked in a low voice: "I haven't heard that the general has received any important errands recently, right?" ”

Zhan Kangwen also lowered his voice very low: "I think it's still a matter of glass technology, if it succeeds, half of the proceeds of glass will go to the treasury, and the emperor is more concerned about this matter." ”

All three nodded in understanding. In recent years, there has been some silver in the treasury, but this has not encountered natural disasters, and the border is relatively calm, and there have been no major wars for many years.

However, if there is a flood or drought in any year, or if there is a great war, no amount of silver will be enough.

Finally, in the past few years, the wind and rain have been smooth, the world is peaceful, and saving a little more is a little.

It's just that what hurts the four pavilion elders very much is that the emperor has gone too far, and several of their central and auxiliary ministers of the imperial court can't even hear the inside story...... Alas, a very unappreciated rush!

Liu Min is the youngest of the four pavilion elders, and he has a very gossipy heart, "It seems that there is nothing to see from Lord Jiang's expression, the head of the Guan family just left, and I don't know if things are going well." ”

He Shouli glanced at him and said, "Look at your heart, businessmen are very good, and it is almost their instinct to seek advantages and avoid disadvantages. Since Guan Benhe dared to go, the situation was naturally very good. Otherwise, how could he have the guts? ”

In the imperial study, the eunuch and palace maid were sent down after Qujiang entered the door. The emperor sat in front of the bookcase, flipping through several drawings presented by Qu Jiang.

Qu Jiang stood aside, waiting for the emperor to finish reading the drawings before explaining.

Just like the elders are depressed, the current emperor is very cautious, and he is just in case. After leaking the information of continuous feeding from the palace before, the emperor was even more cautious.

Although the loyalty of the four pavilion elders is very reliable, they will never stand in line to become the king of the county or the king of Jiang. However, in the case of the early death of the crown prince, it is acceptable to everyone to support the emperor's eldest son, King Jing.

The new glass technology proposed by Xia, which is a project that can fill the treasury, must not be stolen by other glass stores, and neither can King Jing.

The Queen Mother's family is really unproductive, with the Queen Mother's residual prestige, no matter which descendant of the royal family ascends the throne, don't you give them a decent share?

I was so anxious to get from the dragon's work. Is it so easy to get from the dragon's work? Danger and wealth go hand in hand, especially if he, the emperor, hasn't spoken yet, and the danger here is even more.

It's a pity that there are many people in the world who are greedy, and what they seek is flowers, but they can't see the bloody rain.

After reading a few sketches, although there were annotations and explanations in the sketches, the emperor was still confused.

He turned to Qu Jiang: "These are the results of your research?" How sure are you that it can be done? ”

Qu Jiang looked at it and saw that the emperor had not messed up the order of the drawings, and the first part he planned to explain corresponded to the one on top.

He replied, "Wechen thinks he is very sure. In mid-June, Xia Yanqing explained the research direction of continuous feeding glass technology to Weichen and others and the head of the Guan family in the newly built glass technology research and development department, and attached a plan. According to the plan and Xia Yanqing's narration at that time, Wei Chen asked the general to draw these sketches......"

The Emperor once again looked at the sketch in front of him: what kind of mess is this? It's not that he hasn't seen the picture, but this one is completely unknown. Still sure? Could it be that he misunderstood Qu Jiang's meaning?

I only heard Qu Jiang continue: "...... The pond kiln is something that has never appeared before, and the structure is complex, and it is understandable that His Majesty does not understand it. Your Majesty, listen to what Wei Chen said, and you will be able to understand......"

After Qujiang finished explaining, not to mention that the emperor understood, even Sun Congshan on the side also listened to it.

"This Xia ...... Sure enough, there is a shocking talent? The emperor looked at Qu Jiang and was very reluctant to believe it.

Something that had never existed in the world was conceived by this woman. And as soon as he made a move, he was so organized that he was able to make use of the smoke after the firewood was burned out. The meticulousness of thinking can be seen.

The emperor couldn't help but think of the plaque he had given, and in his opinion, the words "the heavy craftsman of the country" were actually a little reluctant.

It's just that the telescope's diligence is really too big and must be rewarded. Because it was to be kept secret, and it could not be said, it was a last resort to be crowned with solemn words.

Before, in his impression, Xia Yanqing's glass and glass technology was just luck, and it was a chance to get it by coincidence.

In the case of telescopes, there is still a lot of luck. Whoever let Qingyunzhai have the largest glass workshop in the world, and who made Xia so lucky, picked up two irregular pieces of glass, and let her discover the ingenuity.

Afterwards, the emperor asked Qu Jiang how likely this was to be, and the answer Qu Jiang gave was very affirmative, this kind of coincidence does exist, and if you are lucky, the frequency of coincidences is still very high.

However, the skills involved in the pond kiln technology are so complicated, and her thinking is so clear and meticulous, there is not much luck in it.

Moreover, the luck he thought he used to have, but I'm afraid that he will also think about it, and people are really capable.

Sure enough, she is a heavy craftsman of the country, and it is a pity to confine her to a private workshop and do some businessmen who are flies and dogs all day long.

Qu Jiang, in the process of getting Xia Yanqing's telescope production principle and glass refraction calculation, in his heart, he had already affirmed Xia Yanqing's earth-shattering talent.

At this time, when he heard the emperor ask, he nodded again and again: "Miss Xia's intelligence is rare in the world. Weichen was very impressed, and it was difficult to look at him. ”

The emperor continued to look at the drawings, recalling Qu Jiang's explanation just now. Hearing his answer, he couldn't help but laugh: "Qu Aiqing doesn't have to be arrogant. Xia Shi only stands out in glassmaking, and if you compare other skills to you, it is truly unforgettable. I see, even if she gives a plan, it is only a rough plan and idea. The details will have to be realized by the craftsmen who will be the prisoners. ”

Having said that, the emperor knew in his heart that the person who realized the details was easy to find, but the person who came up with the idea was the one who could control the overall situation and was the key to the success of a thing.

If this is a metaphor for marching formations, Xia is the one who gives orders, a handsome talent, and a military advisor. And the craftsmen are the ones who lead the fight and fight.

Effective fighting is important, but if the order is given wrong, no matter how brave the fight is, it will not help.