"Master, there is only one piece of raw material now, do you need anything else?" Dolin asked.
"If you want to refine a super powerful knife, you also need star sand, phaseless sand, and true martial gold. With these three combined with your piece of divine iron, plus your internal strength and blood essence, you can definitely refine it.
A peerless sword." Taishi Xingwei said with an excited smile.
"Master, where can I find Xingchen Sand, Wuxiang Sand, and Zhenwu Gold?" Daolin asked, looking at Taishi Xingwei blankly.
The smile on Taishi Xingwei's face froze, as if a basin of cold water had been poured on him from beginning to end.
"Hey, I forgot too much. Go look for it quickly and see if you can find Xingchen Sand and Zhenwu Gold. I have Wuxiang Sand here, and there are many more. No need to buy them." Taishi Xingwei urged.
Daolin rushed out of the door after hearing this. His first choice was to go to the Canglang Escort Bureau to find the three brothers Duan Tianlang. They have been hanging around between the Imperial Capital and the Emerald City all year round, and they must have knowledge about some rare treasures.
Canglang Escort Agency is not a big one, but it is still somewhat famous. Daolin found it quickly.
There are some customers at the entrance of Canglang Escort Bureau. They are coming in and out. It seems that business is still booming. After all, some merchants also need to purchase and deliver goods in the new year.
"What kind of service does this distinguished guest need?" Dolin walked to the door of Canglang Escort Agency, and a young boy came to greet him and asked.
"I'm looking for your escort chief. I wonder if they are here?" Dolin said politely.
"The uncle and the third master went out to transport escorts, and now only the second master is at home." The young man said with a smile.
"Second Brother Tianhu is here, please help me. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon lives in Daolin and wants to see him." Daolin said, cupping his hands.
The young boy nodded after hearing this, led Dolin to a guest room and left.
Dolin looked at the room and knocked on the wall with his hand. He found that the wall was very strong. This kind of room should be used to discuss business without being eavesdropped by outsiders.
"Brother Dao, brother Tao, you've been waiting for a long time!" A rich voice came, and a tall man opened the door and walked in.
Daolin quickly stood up and called Brother Duan.
"Brother, after seeing Helan for several months, I miss you so much!" Duan Tianhu came up and gave Daolin a bear hug.
"Brother Duan, I came here this time to ask for something." The two separated and Daolin said.
"What do we brothers ask for? If you have anything to ask for, just say it. As long as I can do it, I won't frown." Duan Tianhu said, patting his chest.
"I mainly want to inquire about two things. I wonder if Brother Duan has any clues." Daolin said with a smile.
"Brother Dao, no matter what you say, as long as I know it, I will never hide it."
"My little brother is in urgent need of two rare things, Xingchen Sand and Zhenwu Gold." Daolin looked at Duan Tianhu with expectant eyes.
"Star sand? Zhenwu gold? Brother, do you want to refine weapons?" Duan Tianhu thought for a while and said.
When Duan Tianhu said the word "refining", Daolin's spirits perked up. This meant that Duan Tianhu knew that these two things were materials for refining, which was half the battle.
"Yes, yes, it's the material for refining weapons. Does Brother Duan know where such a thing can be found?" Daolin asked urgently.
"Brother, you also know that we are only responsible for escorting people. Xingchensha did pull some when we came back from Emerald City last month. As for the Zhenwu Gold, I really don't know where it is." Duan Tianhu said.
"It's okay if you have Xingchen Sand. I wonder which family in the Imperial Capital asked you to escort Xingchen Sand?" Daolin is also somewhat famous in the Imperial Capital now. Through Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, he has met many well-known family businessmen in the Imperial Capital.
"To be honest, our employer cannot be disclosed under normal circumstances. But our brotherly relationship is like this, so I will make an exception and take you to find him in person. You can discuss the details with the employer." Duan Tianhu said after a moment of silence.
"Thank you so much. Brother Duan, you have helped me a lot." Daolin said excitedly.
After Duan Tianhu explained a few words to the escort agency, he took Daolin and left, walking toward the east of the city in a hurry.
"Can you tell me whose family owns the Star Sand? I'll see if I know him. If I do, it will save me some trouble." Dolin asked curiously.
"It's okay to tell you, it's the Leng family that has been very popular recently." Duan Tianhu said in a low voice.
The figure in Dolin's mind, dressed in white brocade clothes and with long hair tied casually with a red rope, appeared in his mind.
"Are Brother Dao familiar with the Leng family?" Duan Tianhu asked.
"General Leng Yan once went to my place for dinner before, but after talking for a while, we couldn't talk about friendship." Dolin thought for a while and said.
"As long as we know him, I'm afraid that if you don't know him, it will be difficult to talk about it when the time comes." Duan Tianhu patted Daolin on the shoulder and said.
After walking for a long time, we finally arrived at the Leng Mansion. The Leng family is indeed the most popular family in the recent imperial capital. They are bustling with people, and many people are carrying their things and preparing to visit.
Daolin and Duan Tianhu were also at the end of the queue.
"The Leng family has completely risen this time. If we can catch up with the Leng family, we will have a firm foothold in this imperial capital from now on."
"Who says otherwise? General Leng Yan is only now in his thirties. He has been stationed in the Western Region for five years and has already made great achievements."
"There are also many people on the Wang family side. This is the rhythm of taking sides. If you take the wrong side, you will be doomed."
"What are you afraid of? You can't go wrong by following the Leng family. After all, the Leng family is following Commander Wei, and Commander Wei is a popular figure around the emperor."
"Then the Wang family should still follow Commander Su. Isn't it the same with Commander Su?"
"Which group do you belong to? If you like the Wang family, then go quickly!"
Listening to what the people in line in front of him said, Daolin couldn't help but feel emotional. This incident seemed to be a contest between the Leng family and the Wang family, but in fact it was a contest between Wei Zhengyang and Su Kangbo.
Wei Zhengyang is the commander of the Yuzhan Mansion. He has tens of thousands of powerful warriors under his command. He has the most elite combat power and is the sharpest spear in the Shenwu Empire.
Su Kangbo is also the commander of the guards, in charge of the guards of all cities, counties, and towns in the empire. The total number of troops is nearly one million, many of whom are powerful warriors, guarding the entire empire. This is also the strongest shield of the empire.
The so-called army is the force that protects the country. There are only two military commanders in the entire empire, one is Wang Shitao, and the other is Leng Tianxun, Leng Yan's father.
Overall, there is indeed not much difference in strength between the two parties.
After waiting for a long time, visitors came in one after another, and finally it was Dowling's turn.
"We're looking for General Leng Yan." Daolin said politely.
"Everyone who comes here is looking for my third master. Who are you?" the servant of the Leng Mansion asked.
"I am Daolin from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and this is the second shopkeeper of Canglang Escort Agency." Daolin said.
"Are you Dorian?" the servant asked.
"Yeah, what's the problem?" Dorian asked.
"Third Master said that if Daolin comes, he will be notified first." The servant said respectfully.