C8 Female Customer!

Certainly, even with the golden touch of the System Shop, it would take decades to reach the wealth and influence of the Li family solely through home goods. To expedite the process, a multifaceted approach was necessary.

Faang Yu had already devised a strategy. As a grocery store, variety was key in his inventory. Shoes and beverages emerged as prime selections. The former was an essential, the latter, a consumable—both boasting significant market demand.

For Faang Yu, the shoe criteria were straightforward: the same pair should offer both cooling and warming capabilities. Consider high heels, for instance. Many young women favor them for outings, whether for shopping or social gatherings, aiming to accentuate their slender figures and enhance their allure.

However, a dilemma arises. High heels are predominantly worn during summer and autumn, with winter and spring seeing far less use. The reason? The weather. In the colder months, particularly in northern climes where temperatures can plummet, wearing high heels for extended periods risks frostbite, even with socks. But what if there were high heels designed with built-in warmth? Could this significantly reduce the chances of frostbite, or even entirely counteract the surrounding chill?

This concept could equally apply to men's dress shoes or sneakers, each tailored to produce specific thermal effects—one pair with integrated warmth for winter and spring, another offering cooling for summer and autumn.

While contemporary shoe manufacturers might achieve this through design changes, their results could hardly compete with those from the System Shop. This was where Faang Yu's advantage lay.

Turning to beverages, the task was even simpler. Faang Yu had personally sampled various flavors from the System Shop: strawberry, mint, apple, and jasmine. The drinks were quite palatable and free of carbonation. The System Shop claimed these beverages contained a slight essence of immortal energy—almost too faint to matter, yet still beneficial with regular consumption. Moreover, the pricing was incredibly affordable, at just 20 Void Spirit Coins, the equivalent of two dollars.

Faang Yu believed in being fair, so he decided to sell his health-boosting, non-carbonated drink for just 10 yuan a bottle.

It was a few yuan cheaper than Ice Rui, yet offered benefits that Ice Rui couldn't match, not to mention a superior taste.

Faang Yu was convinced that such a beverage would be a hit.

That evening, Faang Yu stocked up on a selection of men's and women's shoes from the System Shop, with a larger inventory of women's styles and a modest six pairs of men's shoes, focusing primarily on athletic footwear and including only a few pairs of leather shoes.

He also purchased two open wall cabinets from the System Shop for displaying the shoes—one for men and one for women—each divided into two sections for cooler and warmer options.

For the non-carbonated drinks, he acquired a hundred bottles and even invested in a three-door, upright refrigerator.

These purchases set him back 70,000 Void Spirit Coins, an undeniably great deal.

On the open market, the same items would cost tens of thousands of Huaxia Currency, translating to several hundred thousand in Void Spirit Coins.

The household items that once filled the store were now relegated to a newly constructed warehouse at the back, except for a few essential samples.

While he could have stored the surplus in the System Shop's warehouse, it wasn't a sustainable solution and might raise suspicions.

Outsiders might not fathom Faang Yu's ace in the hole, but it was a risk best avoided.

Faang Yu's foresight paid off. The day after he reopened, the shop welcomed new customers—two young women in their early twenties. One sported wine-red hair, a chiseled face, crescent eyebrows, a prominent nose, and stood nearly 1.7 meters tall. Her fair skin complemented the pink business suit dress that gracefully showcased her slender legs, and her seven-centimeter heels added to her seductive, mature presence.

Her companion, equally striking in appearance and stature, had an oval face with charming dimples, and wore a white graphic tee tucked into denim shorts. White sneakers adorned her delicate ankles, lending her an air of youthful exuberance that contrasted sharply with her friend's mature vibe.

Regarding who would be more popular, it all comes down to personal preference.

Some are drawn to mature and seductive women, as they can effortlessly stir their hormones.

Others prefer women brimming with energy, finding their company incredibly comfortable.

Faang Yu, for one, favored the latter.

"Can I help you find something?" Faang Yu approached with a welcoming smile. This wasn't a department store, and it was clear that girls their age weren't likely to be shopping for home goods. They were probably here for the shoes.

Sure enough, the two young women made a beeline for the women's shoe display. The girl with the oval face surveyed the selection with interest before turning to the still-smiling Faang Yu. "Boss, how much for these shoes?"

Faang Yu responded with a warm smile, "Each pair is 500 yuan, firm price."

The price wasn't steep, but it certainly wasn't a bargain either.

Typically, customers would haggle upon hearing the price, especially for items like shoes and clothing where markups are common. Shopkeepers often set prices higher than their target to cushion against aggressive bargaining, ensuring a decent profit margin.

For instance, if a pair of shoes costs about 200 yuan to make, the shopkeeper might aim for a 300 yuan selling price. But the initial asking price would likely start above 500 yuan.

If he encountered customers who didn't bargain or couldn't be bothered, the shopkeeper stood to make a tidy extra sum. And for those who did bargain, he could afford to give a little, earning slightly less but never dipping below his target price.

"The shoe design is quite nice, and the color is acceptable. But are you sure they're worth the price?" The high heels caught the eye of the woman with the sharp face; she was clearly intrigued. While 500 yuan wasn't a significant amount for her, it had to be justified. She wasn't about to be an easy mark.

"Whether they're worth it, you'll know once you try them on. Since it's summer, I recommend the airy style on the left. They'll pleasantly surprise you!" Faang Yu said with a serene smile, his confidence in his merchandise unmistakable.

The woman with the sharp, angular face reached for a pair of pink high heels in the cool section and slipped them onto her feet. Almost instantly, her delicate cheeks were etched with an expression of utter astonishment.