Iron is a military supply under regulation by Great Chu, Da Rong, and Dongqing.
Upon entering the Northwest, iron regulation becomes even stricter. Not to mention buying an iron pot, even buying an iron fire poker requires registration at the government office, and it's very difficult to obtain ironware.
Therefore, Beicang Prefecture has become a supply hub for officials, merchants, and soldiers traveling to the Northwest, where many stop to purchase iron goods.
"Company Commander Qin, come quickly, look at who I brought for you!" Company Commander Jin pulled over a stout man in a gray jacket with a black face, yellow teeth, and a limp: "Jin Fu, a member of Old Jin Family, he's well connected in Beicang Prefecture. As long as he helps, we can get whatever we want at a fair price!"
