Chapter 8: Emphasis on Neatness

Jiang Xiangxiang strolled through the small commodities market, pondering her upcoming predicament. Passing the medical equipment section, she purchased a considerable amount of basic medical supplies.

Masks, protective suits, thermometers, forehead thermometers, goggles, blood pressure monitors, and blood glucose meters—she bought several of each. They’d all come in handy eventually.

The pandemic’s impact had been too significant. Jiang Xiangxiang felt that if she wasn’t fully prepared, she’d be at a disadvantage.

In addition to medical supplies, she also bought various hardware tools, such as sewing machines, engraving machines, and air compressors, in large quantities.

She even bought 5,000 light bulbs, 1,000 televisions, 1,000 electric griddles, 1,000 washing machines, 1,000 soy milk makers, 2,000 radios, 2,000 tape recorders, 1,000 water heaters, 1,000 electric kettles, 1,000 electric griddles, 1,000 ovens, 1,000 grills, 1,000 refrigerators, and 1,000 freezers. Unsure where she might end up, she prepared for every possibility.

Finally, she visited a pharmacy and stocked up on common medications: cold remedies, anti-inflammatories, disinfectants, anti-diarrheals—everything she could think of.

Jiang Xiangxiang lacked confidence in her luck, fearing she might end up in a desolate place or as a frail, helpless individual, making survival a challenge.

It was rather troublesome.

She even considered asking the bamboo slip in her space for a spoiler, unable to bear the uncertainty.

Wuwuwu, it was a bit frustrating.

Quickly dismissing the thought, she reasoned that worrying wouldn’t help; the bamboo slip was only a countdown.

With only one day left, she should focus on hoarding supplies. Everything else could wait.

This made her feel much better.

Jiang Xiangxiang had a clear plan: hoard supplies first, and worry about their use later. No rush, no worries, just go with the flow.

Having already bought space heaters, should she also buy some coal?

She considered a trip west to X city, known for its thriving coal industry, to buy a large supply for heating.

She meticulously noted everything in her notebook.

After a sweep through the small commodities market and spending another two million yuan, Jiang Xiangxiang identified several more hoarding targets. After paying, she immediately headed to X city, aiming for three locations a day—a well-coordinated plan.

This thought cheered her up.

Jiang Xiangxiang hopped onto the high-speed rail, finding it more convenient than flying—no waiting or baggage check-in. It was fast and perfect for short trips.

She easily relocated. She moved with speed and efficiency.

Arriving in X city, she went straight to the coal yard, buying wholesale directly from the source.

“50,000 tons, please!”

“Oh, boss, it’s for the factory, I have no choice. Please help me out. If this cooperation goes well, I’ll come back again.”

“That’s not…”

“Cash on delivery, no delays,” Jiang Xiangxiang said with a smile. “Boss, my payments are fast, you won’t lose out.”

“Alright, I’ll have them load it for you.” The coal boss was easygoing; he’d give her anything as long as she paid.

Jiang Xiangxiang was satisfied. 50,000 tons was a significant amount, difficult to purchase in smaller quantities without wasting time. She needed to collect other supplies too.

So, she bought everything at once.

As usual, she had the goods delivered to an open space for her to handle.

The coal boss was suspicious but the joy of receiving cash overshadowed his doubts. He didn’t care how she transported it.

Jiang Xiangxiang stored the coal in her space, neatly arranging it with a thought. It was convenient; she didn’t have to lift a finger.

Her space was truly a treasure. Despite the vast quantities of goods, it still seemed empty, seemingly inexhaustible.

She found it amazing and couldn’t help but laugh.

It was exhilarating! No wonder so many people longed for time travel!

With most supplies acquired, she only needed to buy some beef and mutton from Inner Mongolia.

This required a plane; the high-speed rail was too slow.

Jiang Xiangxiang booked a first-class ticket. She deserved some comfort.

Previously, she’d been frugal, but now she could treat herself.

She flew to Inner Mongolia. Her first task was to buy beef and mutton—both slaughtered and live animals for her space.

She envisioned her large pasture in her space and decided to buy a lot.

Sheep, all kinds of sheep, including 5,000 sheep, 5,000 goats, 5,000 blue sheep, 5,000 Hu sheep, 5,000 Nanjiang yellow sheep, 5,000 Ujumchin sheep, 5,000 Altay sheep, 5,000 Shaanxi Tong sheep, 5,000 Ningxia beach sheep, 5,000 southern Xinjiang yellow sheep, 5,000 Chengdu Ma sheep, 5,000 southern Shaanxi white goats, and 5,000 Longlin goats.

She bought 5,000 of every sheep breed she could name.

She couldn’t believe she could starve with this much. She hadn’t realized so many sheep breeds existed.

Next were the cattle: 5,000 of each—wild water buffalo, bison, water buffalo, yellow cattle, dairy cows (10,000), domestic cattle, Javanese wild cattle, wild yak, European bison, Nanyang cattle, and Yanbian cattle.

Again, 5,000 of each breed—a comprehensive approach.

Finally, she also bought 10,000 pigs, horses, and donkeys.

She completed all purchases in one location.

The livestock cost 5 million yuan.

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