Game Of Thrones : Merchant of Two Worlds

When Jason Liu reached out to a manufacturer of stab-resistant clothing, he had two special requirements. The manufacturer was initially puzzled, thinking that rich people really have unique preferences—even stab-resistant clothing had to look fancy and shiny.

However, since Jason had already purchased over 100 sets of stab-resistant clothing from their factory, they agreed to his request. The factory agreed to dye four sets of clothing in custom colors, even though it required extra effort. The additional cost was small, just a few hundred yuan per set, making the total price around 1,000 yuan per piece.

Jason was pleased with this arrangement. By simply changing the colors, he could present these clothes in Westeros as advanced, innovative materials. The high-end look of these new, dazzling stab-resistant outfits set them apart from the plain black ones he wore himself.

These luxurious garments were perfect for showcasing the noble status of Westerosi aristocrats. Two prices for one item—Jason was fully embracing the spirit of the luxury market! With his growing experience selling goods in Westeros, he had become an expert in appealing to their elite tastes.

After contacting both the stab-resistant clothing manufacturer and the company called Brilliant Props, Jason was informed that the four specially dyed sets of clothing had been shipped. He made a note to keep an eye out for their arrival.

The four custom-made swords he had ordered from Brilliant Props were equally impressive. Designed to match the luxurious appeal of the glittering stab-resistant clothing, the swords had ornate designs that were anything but ordinary. his contact at Brilliant Props, updated Jason on the progress: the swords were nearly complete, and the final step was to add color and inlay artificial zircons in blue, green, red, and purple on the hilts.

Jason had only one request—use as many zircons as possible. These artificial gemstones were cheap and beautiful, making them perfect for creating an exquisite appearance. "Go all out," he told the company. "Cover the hilts and scabbards with zircons. A few thousand yuan isn't a problem."

The manager happily complied. As long as Jason was willing to pay, Brilliant Props would use every color of zircon available. Two of the sword hilts were engraved with the Stark family's silver direwolf emblem, while the other two featured the golden crowned stag of House Baratheon. Jason reminded manager that these designs were inspired by Game of Thrones and had to be perfect. Luo assured him there were no issues.

Feeling satisfied, Jason relaxed and ordered lunch at his villa. As he ate, he began thinking about selling his gold nuggets.

The last time he sold dog-head gold to a company named Jin Fuyuan, Jason suspected he didn't get the best price. The auction price might have been higher, but he had no choice at the time. This time, however, Jason had 100 million yuan in his account and wasn't in urgent need of cash. He decided to try auctioning nine gold nuggets to see if he could get a better deal.

After researching domestic auction houses, Jason narrowed down his options to four major players: Guardian, Poly, Silverhall, and Ironcrest. Based on their auction records, he ultimately chose Guardian, which had the longest history.

At first, Jason planned to call Guardian's customer service number, but he realized this might not get him the attention he needed. He didn't want to waste time waiting. After some thought, he decided to use his connections. He contacted the vice president of the Zheng branch of ICBC, a bank where Jason held a substantial account.

Thanks to the hundreds of millions of yuan in his ICBC account, the bank's vice president, Yang, had personally reached out to Jason before. They had exchanged contact details, so Jason called Yang to ask for help.

Jason explained that he wanted an introduction to someone senior at Guardian Auction. Vice President Yang readily agreed, as ICBC had business ties with Guardian. Yang quickly arranged for Jason to connect with Edric, Guardian's deputy general manager.

Not long after, Edric called Jason directly. His voice was calm but respectful. "Hello, Mr. Liu. I'm Edric, deputy general manager of Guardian Auctions. It's an honor to speak with you."

Jason was momentarily taken aback. It was his first time experiencing the privileges that came with being a billionaire. Just because of his wealth, a vice president at ICBC had personally made calls for him, and now a senior executive from Guardian Auctions was addressing him with utmost respect.

"Hello, Mr. Edric. I'm Jason Liu," he replied after a pause. "I have some items I'd like to put up for auction with your company and wanted to discuss the process with someone knowledgeable."

Edric, eager to secure Jason as a client, responded enthusiastically. "First of all, thank you for choosing Guardian Auction. Your trust means a lot to us, and we're honored to assist you. Could you tell me what items you're planning to auction?"

Jason smiled. The level of attention he was receiving was worlds apart from what he'd get by simply calling customer service. This experience showed him how drastically life had changed since he became wealthy. The difference in treatment was staggering. A person of average means could never expect this level of service, let alone have senior executives running errands on their behalf.

"It's some gold nuggets," Jason explained. "I'd like to see how they perform at your auction."

Edric wasn't surprised. Wealthy individuals often bought and sold valuable items like antiques, art, or gold at auctions. This back-and-forth trade allowed auction houses to charge fees multiple times, making auctions a lucrative business. Naturally, the auction houses went out of their way to cater to these rich clients.

Edric assured Jason that Guardian Auction would provide top-tier service. His flattery was relentless, praising Jason for his choice and emphasizing Guardian's decades of expertise. Jason couldn't help but notice that Edric's tone sounded similar to the way managers at smaller companies tried to please their clients.

Still, the difference in treatment was undeniable. For Jason, who had grown up as a humble farm boy, the experience was a stark reminder of how much his life had changed. Wealth had opened doors he hadn't even known existed, proving that while equality might be a popular idea, reality painted a different picture.

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