Coffee Shop Business

Jason awoke to the smell of potential.

Not literal coffee—though that would be ironic—but something even more exciting: a new System quest.

The morning sunlight crept through his blinds as he sat up in bed. His body still carried the buzz of adrenaline from the underground fight the night before. But now, a glowing blue screen hovered at eye level with a title that made him blink twice.

[Main Quest Unlocked: "Build the #1 Coffee Brand"]

Objective: Launch a successful, innovative coffee shop business.

Time Limit: None

Starting Funds: $150,000

System-Exclusive Bonus: Secret coffee blend formula with addictive aroma and enhanced mental clarity.

Success Conditions (Choose any):– Achieve daily profits of $25,000– Open 3 branches within 6 months– Gain 1,000 five-star reviews

REWARD: $10,000,000 + Luxury Villa (System Property)

Failure Penalty: None (but you'll miss out on something amazing…)

Jason stared at the screen, wide-eyed.

"A coffee shop?" he whispered. "Seriously?"

The System chimed again, playful as always.

[Hey host! Don't underestimate the power of caffeine-fueled dreams!]

This is more than coffee. This is branding. This is influence.Let's show the world that you're not just rich and strong—you're also a visionary.

Jason stood up, heart racing.

He never thought of owning a business, let alone something like this. But after earning money through combat and charm, this... this was a new kind of challenge. A test of vision and creativity.

He opened his laptop immediately, pulling up real estate listings.

Three Days Later – Downtown Westbrook, Near Campus

Jason stepped out of his Uber and stared at the compact corner unit he had just rented: a cozy brick-and-glass shop space just two blocks from the university.

With his $150,000 start-up fund from the System, Jason had already paid the first three months in advance and hired a construction crew to redesign the interior. The windows were large and sunny. The location had foot traffic from students and business people. It was perfect.

Even better?

The secret System recipe.

Inside his inventory was a vial of shimmering brown liquid labeled only as:

[Mystic Blend Essence – Tier I]

Adds enhanced mental clarity, mood lift, and slight taste addiction to all coffee-based drinks.No health risks. 100% organic. Cannot be replicated or traced.

Jason held the tiny vial in his palm and couldn't help but grin.

No other café in the world will have this.

He walked through the dusty construction zone, ducking under exposed beams and greeting the foreman. The place was already coming together—tile flooring, sleek countertops, dark oak furniture, matte-black espresso machines.

On the wall behind the counter, an elegant black-and-gold logo was already being painted:

"CRAZY BEANS – Coffee That Changes Everything"

One Week Later – Grand Opening

The morning of the grand opening was electric.

Jason stood outside in a clean black hoodie with the Crazy Beans logo embroidered in gold. A small line of curious students, professors, and passersby had already gathered.

He had paid for one week of social media ads targeted at university students and coffee lovers within a 5-mile radius. He even sent out a teaser video showing fog-covered cups and "secret ingredients" without giving away the full effect.

But the secret weapon?

The System coffee blend.

As the first customers trickled in, Jason personally served them samples of Crazy Beans' signature drink: The Awakener.

A double espresso shot, infused with the Mystic Essence, topped with velvet foam and a caramel whisper.

The reaction was immediate.

"Whoa—what is this?""This is like... coffee but with a punch to the soul!""I feel awake. Like actually awake. Did you put something in this?""I don't even like coffee, but this is insane."

Jason just smiled. "Secret house recipe."

By noon, the café was full. Students studied at window seats. Couples giggled over croissants. Professors stood at the bar, sipping with curious delight.

And Jason?

He watched every order add to his System tracker.

Day 1 Sales: $4,390Customer Rating Average: 4.8 starsRepeat Customers (Next Visit Booked): 32

[System Comment: Off to a sizzling start! Keep the magic brewing! ☕🔥]

Jason wiped down the counter, tired but satisfied. The first week had been a blur of brewing, hiring, and managing. But with the System's help, he automated most of the inventory, installed high-efficiency espresso machines, and even created a QR code loyalty app within hours using System tech.

The results?

Weekly Sales: $27,500Customer Rating Average: 4.9 stars300+ New Followers on Campus Socials

✅ Success Condition 1 Completed: Achieve daily profits of $25,000

Jason leaned back and stared at the new alert:

[Mid-Quest Reward Unlocked!]– Extra $50,000 reinvestment funds– System Barista Skill Tree Unlocked– Bonus Passive: Business Intuition (+20%)

And just as he was about to close for the night, the bell above the door rang.

A familiar voice called out.

"Jason?"

He turned.

There, standing in the entrance of Crazy Beans, was Lily.

She wore a pale cardigan and jeans, her hair tied back. Her eyes moved slowly across the space, from the shelves of golden-accented mugs to the cozy lights to the leather couches near the wall.

"You own this?" she asked, walking in cautiously.

Jason kept his voice even. "I do."

"I saw a flyer," she said. "Didn't know it was yours until someone mentioned your name."

Jason nodded. "Well... welcome."

She stepped closer to the counter, clearly surprised. "This is... beautiful. I didn't expect this from you."

He raised an eyebrow. "Didn't expect me to run a business?"

"No, I mean—yeah. I just…" She trailed off. Her expression softened.

"You really changed, Jason."

He stayed quiet.

Lily looked down, suddenly unsure. "I guess I just wanted to say… sorry. For back then."

Jason's heart skipped—but he kept a calm face.

"I was cruel," she continued. "And I didn't mean what I said that day. I was scared. Everyone expected me to take care of you and… it got overwhelming."

Jason looked at her for a long moment. Then, he set a steaming cup of The Awakener in front of her.

"Here. On the house."

She blinked. "Thanks."

As she took a sip, her eyes widened slightly. Then she smiled—really smiled—for the first time in years.

"This is amazing."

Jason smiled back.

He didn't say much more. But in his mind, the System pinged with another message.

[Quest Progress: 1/3 Success Goals Complete]➤ Next Goal: 1,000 Five-Star Reviews

Final Reward Approaching…