As they were talking, the butler led three middle-aged men to Jin Shuai and introduced them, saying, "Young master, these three are the most outstanding porcelain-making masters in our hometown."

The three masters quickly stepped forward, bowed to Jin Shuai, and said in unison, "We greet you, young master."

Jin Shuai sized up the three men before him, nodded in satisfaction, and then turned to the blacksmith, saying, "This firing of glass is of great importance, concerning the rise and fall of my Jin family, so you must not let a word of it leak out. You can leave a few trusted confidants to help you."

The three men replied solemnly, "Don't worry, sir. We understand the implications and will keep our mouths shut."

Next, the experienced blacksmith began to teach the three men in detail the specific methods and techniques of glassmaking. Jin Shuai stood aside, a knowing smile on his face. He quietly watched the three men, and sure enough, when the blacksmith finished explaining, all three men's eyes widened, their faces filled with disbelief and astonishment.

Then, Jin Shuai waved his hand, summoning the three men to his side, and calmly instructed them, "You can first figure out how to make simple utensils like wine glasses and wine pots. As for more complex products, you can study and make them slowly when you have more free time later." At this moment, the steward, who had been busy nearby, stepped forward and respectfully reported that, as Jin Shuai had instructed, a temporary, simple kiln had been set up in the backyard. However, if large-scale production of glass products were needed in the future, it would be more appropriate to build a dedicated workshop.

After explaining these matters, Jin Shuai turned to Li Wei and asked, "The Emperor has already bestowed that land upon us. I wonder if we can find any skilled farmers at the land brokerage?" Li Wei pondered for a moment and replied, "We should be able to find some, but usually, truly skilled farmers don't easily sell themselves." Jin Shuai nodded slightly in understanding, then added with a smile, "That's alright. Go and inquire in the villages outside the city first. There's no need to rush this; after all, it won't be useful until the farm is completed."

Just then, the steward, who had been silent all along, suddenly interjected, "Young master, you could consider making those who are willing to help with the farming your tenants."

Upon hearing this, Jin Shuai looked puzzled and asked, "What does this mean?"

The butler quickly explained, "My lord, if we make them your tenants, they will naturally be loyal to you, and you won't have to worry about them revealing the secrets of our farm."

In the magnificent, resplendent hall of the imperial palace, Zhao Zhen's face was ashen, his chest heaving as if an unnamed fire was about to erupt. He stared intently at the few ministers below who were still chattering incessantly.

One of the ministers bowed deeply and spoke earnestly yet unyieldingly: "Your Majesty, the foundation of the nation is now empty. We implore Your Majesty to adopt a member of the imperial family as soon as possible to establish the position of heir apparent!" As soon as this minister finished speaking, the other ministers echoed his words, and the court was filled with a cacophony of noise.

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