The industrial hunger of Westeros was beginning to reshape the modern world in ways no one had anticipated. With over 10,000 workers already stationed at the northern Starfire City space station and another 20,000 diverted to the shipping and mining sectors, the Military Construction Group suddenly found itself short-staffed. To fill the void, the state-owned giant, Daxia Construction Group, had to step in, though even they were hesitant to part with their skilled workforce.
For thirty years, the "flower growers" had engaged in a frantic infrastructure marathon. With most domestic projects completed and real estate stabilizing under "housing is for living, not speculation" policies, the demand for construction labor had slowed—until now.
To recover the 30,000 workers absorbed by the military projects in Westeros, Daxia Construction Group sent waves of HR representatives to universities across the country. Civil engineering graduates, who had spent years fearing unemployment in a cooling market, were suddenly stunned.
Elite Recruitment: Graduates from top-tier universities were snapped up by central enterprises offering stable "iron rice bowl" positions.
Welfare and Hours: Unlike private firms, these state-owned giants strictly followed labor laws regarding working hours and offered superior benefits, making them the first choice for fresh talent.
Market Shift: As state enterprises cleared out the top-tier talent, private and small-to-medium enterprises were forced to lower their requirements and recruit from second-tier colleges, effectively driving the national employment rate to record highs.
Internet experts who had predicted a weak economy and sluggish employment were left speechless as the miracle unfolded. Foreign analysts, baffled by the vibrant growth during a global downturn, filed countless applications to visit and discover the secret behind this sudden economic surge.
While the East thrived, the atmosphere in the White House was far from festive. Commander Doze Deng had spent several sleepless nights meeting with aides to figure out how to stall the rise of the "flower growers" while simultaneously trying to mimic their success. His old rival, Te Momo, was already using the economic disparity to stir up his base, promising to "make the nation great again".
The pressure on Deng was immense. At over 80 years old, the constant reports and speeches were taking a toll; he had been caught nodding off during meetings more than once, only to be jolted awake by his staff.
"What... what is it? Is it dinner time?" Deng blinked, his old eyes struggling to focus on the chief of staff.
"It's only noon, Joe," the chief of staff whispered. "You might want to wash your face to wake up."
The Tesla Fever
Once Deng regained some semblance of energy, the meeting turned to the primary crisis: the Dragon Crystal battery.
Industrial Pressure: General Motors and other domestic auto giants were demanding that the government pressure the "flower growers" to release the Dragon Crystal authorization.
The Musk Factor: Elon Musk's Tesla had already secured a supply of the batteries, allowing him to dominate the domestic market.
Stock Market Mania: By the noon break, Tesla's stock had surged to $1,597, with major brokerages like Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch predicting it would hit $2,000.
The envy in the room was palpable. One staffer admitted his regret for not buying Tesla stock when it was $900, while a black staffer boasted about his new Tesla M5, which charged in an hour and ran for 1,500 kilometers.
Deng clutched his head in frustration. "Enough about stocks! How do we handle GM? These people have too much support in Congress to be ignored."
But despite the heated discussion, the meeting ended like many before it: with a lot of noise, plenty of quarrels, and no real solution to the technology gap that was widening by the day.
As the sun set over Starfire City, Jason stood on the balcony of his new palace with Daenerys and Sansa. Below them, the city lights flickered to life, powered by the very same batteries that were revolutionizing his home world.
He was no longer just a merchant, a king, or a traveler. He was the bridge between a feudal past and a high-tech future. The two worlds, once separated by time and logic, had finally merged into a single, thriving empire of progress. The wars were over; the trade routes were open; and the merchant of two worlds had finally found his home.
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It has been an incredible journey watching Jason evolve from a simple employee at Fusion Trading Company into the "Merchant of Two Worlds," bridging the gap between modern technology and the rugged landscapes of Westeros.
To all the readers who have stuck by through every chapter: Thank you.
Your presence has made this transition from a feudal world of swords and "frenzied" iron chairs to a new era of Dragon Crystal batteries and Starfire City truly special. You witnessed the fall of the old guard—from the Lannisters and Littlefinger to the global oil giants—and saw the rise of a unified, high-tech civilization.
Whether you were here for the intense political trials in King's Landing, the industrialization of Dragonstone, or the economic miracles happening back in the modern world, your support has been the engine behind this story. Just as Jason found a home in both worlds, we hope you found a world worth visiting in these pages.
The trade routes are now open, the fleets are stationed, and the future is bright.
Farewell, and thank you for being part of the legend!