A New Shop in an Old World
The darkness slowly shifted into light. Jack opened his eyes, feeling something strange. He no longer felt his weak and weary body. Instead, his body felt lighter, younger, and full of energy.
"Is this... the afterlife?" Jack thought. He looked around and found himself standing on a street that was both familiar yet entirely new to him. The cobbled street was lined with unique shops, each with signs bearing names that sounded magical. People walked by, wearing cloaks and carrying wooden wands. Some even had magical creatures with them.
"Diagon Alley?" Jack whispered in disbelief. But the scene was so real.
As he tried to understand what was happening, a voice suddenly echoed in his head.
"Welcome, Shop Owner! The Trading System has been activated."
Jack jumped in surprise, looking around for the source of the voice, but no one seemed to be speaking to him.
"You have been chosen to manage your shop in the magical world. The Trading System will assist you in collecting unique items, abilities, and powers. Every item or skill you sell will automatically duplicate for you. Your task: Sell and develop your shop, and become the greatest merchant in this world!"
Jack tried to process the information. "A system? This is like something from a fantasy novel or manga," he murmured, half-confused, half-excited.
Suddenly, he realized that he was standing in front of a small shop. The wooden door was open, and a sign above it read, "Donovan's Shop: Rare and Exclusive Items."
"This is my shop?" Jack stepped inside, finding the interior filled with empty wooden shelves and an old but sturdy cash register. On the back wall, a large mirror hung with golden carvings. When Jack approached, the mirror lit up, displaying a holographic panel.
[Trading System Active]
Initial Balance: 10,000 Galleons
First Task: Get 1000 Galleons of Sales.
Beneath the panel, a small sparkling chest appeared. Jack opened it, finding three items inside:
Oak Wand (Ollivander's Prototype)
Low-Level Healing Potion
Skill Card: "Alohomora"
Jack stared at the three items with a mixture of awe and curiosity. "So... I need to sell these?"
He glanced out the shop window, observing the hustle and bustle of Diagon Alley. "Alright, magical world. Let's get started." With a determined smile, Jack prepared to open his shop for the very first time.