Chapter 6: Purchasing Large Quantities Of Items That Will Change Westero World!
Himmel secretly noted that if he ever needed to procure large quantities of medicine in the future, he could use Dr. Ma as a middleman to connect with pharmaceutical representatives.
After leaving the clinic with a bag of penicillin and other supplies, Himmel returned to his apartment.
He sat down for a meal and flipped open his well-worn copy of A Song of Ice and Fire. The intricate politics and brutal conflicts served as a perfect mental exercise for what lay ahead.
While waiting for his delivery orders—stab-proof suits, hiking boots, and a sturdy travel backpack—Himmel began planning his next move.
He needed to identify goods that were cheap and abundant in his world but either rare or nonexistent in Westeros. With only $3,500 remaining in his bank account, he had to spend wisely.
Paper and gel pens immediately came to mind. In Westeros, parchment and quills were the norm, but they were cumbersome and costly, making them a luxury for most people. Paper and gel pens could revolutionize communication and record-keeping.
Soap and shampoo were next on the list. Hygiene products in Westeros were crude at best, and these modern essentials would surely appeal to both commoners and nobility.
Salt seemed like an obvious choice, given its value as a strategic resource, but Himmel decided against it. Bulk purchases of salt could attract too much attention, and the profit margins weren't as high as other goods.
Plastic bowls and spoons were another idea. While not revolutionary, their affordability and durability made them an easy sell.
Clothing and shoes presented a particularly lucrative opportunity. Modern synthetic fabrics were far superior to the wool and flax used in Westeros, offering greater comfort, durability, and variety.
Finally, Himmel considered medicines. Effective modern drugs like penicillin could not only generate significant profit but also secure him influence by positioning him as a "miracle healer."
Having finalized his list, Himmel began sourcing the items online.
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He started with soap. After negotiating with a small manufacturer, he secured a deal for 1,000 bars of soap at $0.15 each, totaling $150. This included 100 fragrant soaps for noble clientele and 900 plain soaps for general cleaning.
Next, he turned to paper. Himmel ordered 10,000 sheets of A4 paper for $0.005 per sheet, spending just $50.
For writing tools, he purchased 1,000 gel pens at $0.10 each, costing $100, and an additional 10,000 black ink refills at $0.05 each, adding $500 to his expenses.
In total, the day's purchases came to about $700 or more.
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As the orders were confirmed, Himmel leaned back in his chair, satisfied with his progress.
These small but essential items would pave the way for his entry into Westeros' economy. Practical, affordable, and valuable—each product held the potential to disrupt the established systems of the Seven Kingdoms.
For now, though, Himmel decided to remain cautious. His ability to move between worlds was his greatest advantage, but it was also a secret he had to protect at all costs.
He would proceed carefully, staying under the radar until he found a secure base of operations in Westeros. Only then could he fully exploit his otherworldly knowledge to its greatest potential.
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