Chapter 385
Seeing Hyang’s expression of open-mouthed amazement, Jang Yeong-sil instead showed a surprised look.
“I’ve been working with Your Highness for nearly 10 years, but this is the first time I’ve seen you make such an expression.”
At Jang Yeong-sil’s question, Hyang quickly composed himself and answered.
“Ah, I was momentarily surprised to see a device more astonishing than I expected. But how does that work?”
“Ah, when thinking about contracting mountains or moving heavy objects, we usually have many people working together, or use cranes and windlasses, right?”
“That’s right.”
“However, there are often cases where space is too tight to install cranes or windlasses. Or sometimes, a job that would be easy with 4-5 people has to be done by just 2-3 people struggling. I’ve been pondering a bit about what to use in such cases.”
As he explained, Jang Yeong-sil carefully assembled the structures hanging on one wall.
When the assembly was complete, Hyang asked in a trembling voice.