Himawan woke up early the next morning, anticipation buzzing through him. The previous day had set the stage for a fierce rivalry with Satsuki, and he was determined to take things to the next level. He gathered Miyuki and Riku to discuss their strategy before heading to the marketplace.
"We need to solidify our brand," Himawan began, leaning over a table piled with notes and sketches. "Let's create a signature drink that no one can resist."
Miyuki's eyes lit up. "How about a 'Tropical Paradise' iced tea? We could use a mix of exotic fruits and sweet herbs."
Riku nodded enthusiastically. "And we should come up with an eye-catching name and design for the cups! People love taking photos."
The Signature Drink
With a plan in mind, they set to work sourcing ingredients. Himawan headed to the local markets to find the freshest fruits. He stumbled upon a vendor selling ripe mangos, pineapples, and passion fruits.
"Perfect!" he exclaimed, filling his basket. As he paid, the vendor noticed his enthusiasm. "You're starting a new stand, aren't you? I've seen your lemonade cart. Not bad for a beginner."
"Thanks! We're going for something unique," Himawan replied, grinning.
That night, they mixed and tested different combinations, finally settling on a vibrant blend of mango, pineapple, and a hint of mint. They decided to name it "Tropical Paradise Iced Tea."
Launch Day
The next day, they set up their stand with a fresh coat of paint and colorful banners. Riku had designed a logo featuring a tropical island, and they proudly displayed it on their cart.
As the sun rose, Himawan and his team set up their display. "Okay, everyone! Let's make a splash!"
The crowd soon began to gather, drawn by the new drink and the colorful setup. "What's this? A new drink?" a passerby exclaimed.
Just then, Satsuki arrived with her smooth cart, eyes narrowing at the sight of Himawan's stand. "You think you can compete with me? Good luck!" she taunted, her confidence unwavering.
"Watch us," Himawan replied, determination surging through him.
The Competition Heats Up
Satsuki quickly started promoting her dragonfruit smoothies with flair. She offered free samples, charming the crowd with her charisma. Himawan knew he had to act fast.
"Let's do a promotion!" he shouted, rallying his team. "First ten customers get a free Tropical Paradise Iced Tea!"
With a loud cheer, they shouted the promotion, attracting attention. As customers lined up, Himawan felt a rush of excitement.
Miyuki and Riku served the drinks, with Riku enthusiastically explaining the ingredients to customers. "This is fresh mango from the local market! You won't find this anywhere else!"
The strategy paid off. The unique taste of the iced tea combined with the eye-catching branding drew a steady stream of customers.
A Twist in the Competition
But just as things were looking up, Satsuki approached with a smug smile. "It seems you've managed to attract some attention, but let's see how long that lasts."
With a flick of her wrist, she unveiled a new promotion of her own: "Buy one smoothie, get a second half off!"
The crowd began to shift, lured by the deal. "We can't let her take our customers!" Himawan urged.
Thinking quickly, he yelled, "Tropical Paradise Iced Tea! The refreshing choice for the summer heat! And it's only ¥150!"
Suddenly, the crowd began to split. Some customers rushed to Himawan's cart, while others continued to Satsuki's.
System Notification
New System Notification:
[Sales Competition Intensified – Daily Earnings Update.]
Current Earnings: Himawan – ¥5,000, Satsuki – ¥4,000.
Bonus: Complete a Special Challenge to Increase Sales by 20%.
Himawan felt a surge of determination. "Let's finish strong!" he shouted to his team.
They brainstormed ideas on the spot. "What if we offer a loyalty card? Buy five drinks, get the sixth free!" Riku suggested.
Miyuki chimed in, "We could promote it on social media again!"
The Power of Community
As the afternoon sun beat down, they implemented their ideas. With every drink sold, Himawan stamped a card. They quickly posted about the loyalty program on their social media.
Customers responded enthusiastically, and soon people were sharing photos of their drinks with #TropicalParadise.
Satsuki's competitive edge began to fade as her sales dipped. Frustration showed on her face as she watched the crowd grow at Himawan's stand.
"How can this be happening?" she muttered under her breath.
The Final Push
With only an hour left until closing time, Himawan knew they had to give it their all. "Let's do a last-minute promotion! Every customer who shares a photo of their drink online gets a free topping!"
The buzz of excitement was palpable as customers lined up, eager to participate.
Satsuki's competitive spirit ignited. She quickly copied Himawan's strategy, but it was too late. The momentum was with Himawan.
Victory and New Challenges
As the day ended, the sales tally was announced.
Total Earnings:
Himawan: ¥15,000
Satsuki: ¥12,000
Cheers erupted from his team, and Satsuki stormed off, fuming.
System Notification:
[Daily Sales Competition Completed – Himawan Wins!]
Reward: ¥15,000 and Market Leader Status.
"We did it!" Miyuki squealed, jumping up and down.
Himawan felt a rush of satisfaction. "This is just the beginning. We need to stay ahead of Satsuki and keep innovating."
Little did he know that Satsuki wouldn't give up so easily. The rivalry was only heating up, and new challenges awaited them in their quest to become the richest in the world.
The next day promised new adventures, with the thrill of competition driving Himawan forward.