Chapter 1972 Uncle Cheng, this is the Crystal Palace where the Dragon King lives, isn't it?
Under the sun, at some angles, there are even colorful glares, making people feel like they can't open their eyes and can't look straight.
Empress Changsun and Concubine Yuwen looked at this crystal clear and dazzling building with gleaming eyes. The brilliance in their eyes would probably make the giant dragon feel ashamed.
As for Li Xiang, that chubby kid who is full of curiosity about the world, he is already shouting exaggeratedly.
"Uncle Cheng, this is the Crystal Palace where the Dragon Prince lives, right?"
"Lord Dragon..." Hearing this, Li Yuan subconsciously turned his head and looked at Li Xiang, his good great-grandson.
Then he saw Li Xiang smiling triumphantly at him. "My great-grandfather, Uncle Cheng, said that dragon kings would live under the sea, in a crystal palace like this."
"This kid..." Li Yuan didn't even know what to say, but having said that, princes and grandsons are also called dragon sons and grandsons among the people.
The Dragon King lives in the Crystal Palace, which is fitting.
The retired old Dragon King Li Yuan led Li Mingda and headed towards the building first, but among all the people, the fastest one was actually the shortest Li Xiang.
Adults are reserved, but children are not so particular. The first one ran to the Crystal Palace, raised his hand, and gently touched the outer wall inlaid with Western Glaze.
Li Shimin slowly entered the Crystal Palace. The furnishings inside were quite normal, with desks, soft couches and various daily necessities.
Standing in the Crystal Palace, you feel like you are in a space you have never been in before.
Moreover, there are several pieces of Western Region glazed crystals on the floor in several directions, allowing people to take in all the scenery outside.
Everyone has gathered in the Crystal Palace, looking outside in wonder.
At this moment, Cheng Sanlang took on the role of preacher, explaining the benefits of the Crystal Palace to the royal family members whose eyes were shining.
In fact, it doesn't have much practical value, that is, it can protect it from rain and wind. In winter, you can turn on the stove inside and enjoy the snow scene outside.
Even if you sleep here at night, you can raise your head and enjoy the night sky without worrying about mosquitoes getting in.
Especially at night, after lighting the lights in this room and admiring it from the outside, it is absolutely beautiful.
"You can imagine that in the dark night, a crystal building with internal light and crystal clear body is reflected on the water. What a visual enjoyment it is..."
As Cheng Sanlang narrated, even Li Yuan began to close his eyes and spread the wings of his imagination.
"Brother Cheng San, will it become more beautiful at night?" Li Mingda, with a pink face and a pair of big watery eyes, looked at Cheng Sanlang and asked.
"Of course, the Crystal Palace at night will not be as dazzling as it is under the sun during the day, and will be more pleasing to the eye."
"Especially after the lights are lit inside, when viewed from the outside, it looks like an extremely huge, crystal clear crystal lamp. Don't you think it's beautiful?"
"Well, it will definitely be very, very beautiful." Li Mingda's eyes were already full of sparkling little stars.
Seeing the royal family members whose expressions were full of shock and curiosity, Cheng Sanlang also felt quite accomplished.
Flat glass has been available for a long time, and large pieces of glass can also be produced.
It's just that Cheng Sanlang has never had free time for these good money-making treasures. Well, he probably doesn't have time to mess with them. After all, he could only stay in Lingnan conscientiously for several years.
After returning to Chang'an, I didn't stay long and was sent to Luoyang again, but it was just when this palace was being built.
The shortage of various materials finally made Cheng Sanlang think that he still had such a good treasure.
Moreover, in order to build this palace for Li Yuan for free, the Han and Tang Dynasty merchants had to pay a large sum of money. Therefore, Cheng Sanlang felt that it was time to introduce glass products to the practical market.
In fact, to be honest, to Cheng Sanlang, this kind of building is just a superficial thing with little practical value.
But the problem is that it is fresh, yes, just looking at it from the outside, it shines like a beautiful huge gem.
If word spreads that there is a completely transparent crystal palace inside the Wanguoyuan Palace, it will definitely cause a huge sensation.
Li Yuan looked at the Crystal Palace, which made people feel dizzy after looking at it for a long time under the sun. It was rare that he did not tease Cheng Sanlang again.
Instead, he nodded slightly towards Cheng Sanlang with an expression of appreciation. "You are really thoughtful..."
Li Shimin also looked at Cheng Sanlang and Li Ke who were smiling happily. He was in a good mood. Unexpectedly, these two younger generations wanted to make their elders live more comfortably.
He actually paid such a high price. Li Shimin knew that he knew the value of the Western Regions Glaze.
I'm afraid the amount of property consumed by just this building alone is a shocking figure.
You must know that the Wan Guoyuan Palace was built solely by Han and Tang Dynasty merchants for the emperor.
Li Shimin walked up to Cheng Sanlang with his hands behind his back and couldn't help but whisper.
"This cost of resources is not a small amount."
Just a pile of glass, what does it cost? The sand and labor consumed, plus fuel and various other miscellaneous expenses, the total will not exceed a hundred dollars.
However, this is a top secret of the Old Cheng family and must not be known to anyone. After all, this glass business is unique to the Old Cheng family.
The cooperation with Hantang Trading Company is just a cooperation. After all, it is impossible for the old Cheng family to throw all their good treasures into the basket of Hantang Trading Company.
However, the price at which Zhao's Western Region Liulicang was sold to the Han and Tang Dynasties Trading Firm was absolutely outrageously low compared to today's market price.
Just like the glass products purchased for this entire building, the total price is only about 20,000 yuan, if sold outside.
Haha... split it into ten parts. Not to mention 100,000 guan, or 70,000 to 80,000 guan.
This is the advantage of doing a one-man business when things are scarce.
I think so in my heart, but my expression must be heavy, like a five-guarantee man who is so poor that he needs government relief to survive.
"Of course it's not a small amount, but as long as the emperor likes it, it's worth it even if my nephew takes out the last copper in his pocket."
Li Shimin nodded with great relief. It is true that I have not loved you in vain. I even betrothed my most beloved daughter to you.
"Okay, okay, your Han and Tang Dynasty merchants have paid so much, so naturally I want to repay you with a peach."
"Tell me, do you need my help? If I'm in a good mood now, just tell me."