The rampant sand bandits, coupled with unrest in the Western Regions, gradually led to fewer merchants traveling there for business.
As the merchants dwindled, the market had little business to conduct, and naturally, people became fewer, leading to a gradual decline in activity.
However, despite the quietness, the enormous profits still tempted many to take risks.
The spices from the Western Regions are renowned far and wide, and for merchants from the Great Song, obtaining them there is akin to buying at cabbage prices.
Conversely, vegetables priced cheaply in the Great Song, along with moderately priced grains, can be sold in the Western Regions at high prices.
Brocade, tea, and other goods are also in high demand in the Western Regions.
Black Crow suggested that if the gentlemen wished to go to the Western Regions, they could hire an escort agency for protection.
