Chapter 1583: Relying on a Powerful Backing (1)
Yang Ruxin’s gaze flickered for a moment. She had heard of overseas merchant ships long ago. Back when she was admiring the plum blossoms at the Shen Family estate, she had witnessed their extravagant use of glass to decorate the Warm Pavilion. At the time, Wei Yao had even volunteered to ask her father if he could procure some glass for her. However, the Wei Family’s connections were limited, so they couldn’t manage it.
She had also thought about asking the Eighth Prince, but later became so preoccupied with other matters that she forgot.
Now, Hao Jian had brought her a pocket watch. Could this mean he had access to Western objects like glass?
Hao Jian saw Yang Ruxin’s expression and knew the gift had hit the mark. His grin became even brighter. "Sis, if there’s anything else you like, just let me know and I’ll help you get it. I’ve heard they also have sound-making boxes, needles that can point south, and other amazing things from over there..."
Yang Ruxin raised her eyes. "Do they have that transparent, colorless glass? It’s also called glass."
Hao Jian blinked quickly a couple of times. "Sis, you want that?"
"Can you get it?" Yang Ruxin raised her brow slightly.
"I’ll have to ask my father." Hao Jian scratched his head awkwardly.
"Alright then." Yang Ruxin nodded. "Go ask him. As long as you can get it, silver won’t be an issue... Thanks for the gift; I really like it."
Hao Jian’s eyes lit up. "Glad you like it, Sis."
"By the way, do you know which merchant family’s ship your family invested in?" Yang Ruxin handed the item to Du Man to hold before chatting with Hao Jian as they walked.