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After successfully developing a series of jade items, Chen Jia and Chen Jue's business vision became broader. They keenly captured the market's demand for luxury goods and decided to turn their attention to the research of gold utensils and toys, and cleverly combined the two precious materials of gold and jade to create unique and charming products.

On this day, the sun shines through the carved windows and falls on the study of the Chen Mansion. The jade and gold samples on the table sparkle with charming luster. Chen Jia and Chen Jue sit at the table, concentrating on discussing new business plans. Chen Jia gently picks up a piece of warm jade and then a small gold ornament. With a smart light in her eyes, she speaks first: "My husband, we have made a lot of achievements in jade products, but I think if we can combine gold and jade to create gold tea sets, cups and toys, we will be able to create a new world. The luxury of gold and the warmth of jade complement each other, which will surely attract the favor of many dignitaries and wealthy businessmen."

Chen Jue nodded slightly, his eyes revealing a strong interest. He picked up a gold ingot and said thoughtfully, "My lady, this idea is really brilliant. Gold tea sets and cups are noble when tasting tea and drinking. Toys that combine gold and jade are unique and will definitely become the favorites of noble children. However, to perfectly combine these two materials, the technical challenges are not small."

Chen Jia put down the jade and gold in her hands and said seriously, "My husband, I have also considered the difficulty of craftsmanship. For gold tea sets and cups, we can use gold to create the main frame, and then cleverly inlay jade as decoration, such as inlaying jade on the cup lid and handle, which not only adds beauty but also enhances the touch. For toys that combine gold and jade, we can reasonably match gold and jade according to different shapes, such as making gold-inlaid jade dolls, using gold to shape the body frame, and jade to carve the head and limbs, making it more vivid and lifelike."

Chen Jue's eyes lit up, and he added, "Madam, we can use the engraving technique to carve exquisite patterns on the body of this gold tea set, and then inlay jade in the key parts of the pattern to highlight the theme. Toys that combine gold and jade can also incorporate some mechanical designs to increase the fun. For example, a small box inlaid with gold and jade can open the hidden space by turning the jade parts."

Chen Jia said excitedly: "My husband, this idea is great! In this way, our products are not only practical tools and fun toys, but also works of art with great collection value. Then let's quickly call the craftsmen to discuss and listen to their opinions."

Chen Jue nodded in agreement: "Okay, gather those craftsmen who are good at metalwork and jade carving, let them express their opinions, and work together to overcome the technical difficulties."

Soon, a group of experienced craftsmen were summoned to the study. After Chen Jia and Chen Jue explained their ideas in detail to the craftsmen, a senior goldsmith frowned and said, "Duke, Madam, combining gold and jade requires extremely high craftsmanship in welding and inlaying. Gold is soft and jade is fragile. You need to be extra careful during the operation, otherwise it is easy to damage the materials."

Chen Jue thought for a moment and said, "Master, can we try to improve the welding process, use more sophisticated tools and low-temperature welding methods to reduce damage to the jade? As for inlaying, can we first make a gold groove that fits the shape of the jade, and then inlay it to ensure that the jade is stable and beautiful."

The metalwork master nodded and said, "Duke, this method is feasible, but it requires multiple experiments to find the most suitable welding temperature and inlay method."

At this time, a jade carving master said: "Madam, Duke, the carving of jade must be perfectly matched with the gold part. The size and shape need to be designed in advance. Moreover, after combining with gold, the overall coordination and beauty must be guaranteed."

Chen Jia said: "Master, please take the trouble to fully communicate with the goldsmith before carving the jade to ensure that the two are perfectly matched. We hope that the final product, whether it is gold or jade, can show the best effect."

The craftsmen took orders and began intensive testing and production.

A few days later, Chen Jia and Chen Jue came to the workshop where the gold tea sets were made. A goldsmith excitedly presented a newly completed gold teapot and said, "Duke, Madam, we made the body of this teapot out of gold, carved a dragon and phoenix pattern with engraving techniques, and inlaid jade in the dragon eyes and phoenix feathers. However, the inlay of the jade needs further adjustment to ensure that it is more solid."

Chen Jia gently took the teapot, examined it carefully, and exclaimed: "Master, this craftsmanship is already very exquisite! The dragon and phoenix patterns are lifelike, and the jade inlay is just right. It's just that if the connection between the jade and the gold can be handled more naturally and the transition between the two can be smoother, it will be more perfect."

Chen Jue also nodded and said, "Master, can the shape of the spout and handle of the kettle be made more rounded to make it feel better to hold."

The metalwork master said quickly: "Don't worry, Duke and Madam, we will continue to improve it according to your requirements."

At the gold and jade toy production site, craftsmen are making a gold and jade doll. Chen Jue picked up a doll that had taken shape, examined it carefully and said, "Master, the shape of this doll is very cute, and the combination of gold and jade is also very clever. But the carving of the jade can be more refined, such as the facial expression, which should be more vivid."

The craftsman nodded and said, "What the Duke said is absolutely right. We will work harder on the details to make the doll more lifelike."

After the craftsmen's hard work day and night, the first batch of gold tea sets, cup sets and toys combining gold and jade were finally completed.

The gold tea set is beautifully shaped, the engraved patterns on the pot body are delicate and lifelike, and the jade is inlaid just right, adding a sense of luxury without losing elegance. The cup design is ingenious, and the jade on the cup lid and handle is warm and delicate, complementing the golden cup body. The toys that combine gold and jade are even more eye-catching. The gold-inlaid jade dolls have vivid expressions, and the gold body frame is perfectly integrated with the jade carvings; the gold-inlaid jade small box with a mechanism is cleverly designed and fun to play with.

Chen Jia and Chen Jue looked at these works that embodied everyone's hard work, and they were filled with satisfaction. Chen Jia said, "My husband, these works are amazing! I believe that once they are launched, they will cause a sensation in the market and become the object of everyone's pursuit."

Chen Jue smiled and said, "Madam, this is the result of our joint efforts with the craftsmen. We can first set up a special display area in the store to display these new products and invite dignitaries and wealthy businessmen in the city to come and taste them. At the same time, we can use our connections to promote them to other vassal states and expand our influence."

Soon, Chen Jia and Chen Jue held a new product tasting event in the store. Celebrities from all walks of life in the city were invited and praised these luxurious and exquisite products.

A wealthy businessman picked up a set of gold tea sets and exclaimed: "Duke Chen, Madam Chen, this gold tea set is really luxurious! The jade inlay is the finishing touch. Such a treasure is really rare."

Chen Jia smiled and responded: "Thank you for your praise. We are committed to creating unique products and hope to add dignity and elegance to your life."

A noble lady looked at the toys made of gold and jade and couldn't put them down. She said, "These toys are so exquisite. If I give them to my children, they will definitely like them. Duke Chen and Madam Chen, your creativity is really admirable."

Chen Jue said: "Madam, you are too kind. We hope that through these products, more people can feel the charm of the combination of gold and jade."

With the praise of the public, Chen Jia and Chen Jue once again achieved great success in the business field with their innovative ideas and exquisite craftsmanship. Their products that perfectly combined gold and jade not only met the market demand for luxury goods, but also injected new vitality into the commercial development of Qing State, becoming a good story in the commercial history of Qing State.