Shopping 200k.txt [TESTED]

In this new economy, 200,000 wasn't a fortune; it was just enough to keep the door closed against hunger for a little while longer.

Elias returned home and spread his purchases on the kitchen table. The "200K" haul looked like a single week’s worth of survival rations for a small family. There were no treats, no new clothes, and no "extra" change. SHOPPING 200K.txt

A decent cut of beef was quoted at a price that made Elias laugh nervously. In this new economy, 200,000 wasn't a fortune;

He hesitated, watching a mother nearby haggle over the price of a single egg. He settled for a smaller bag of local rice to save room for proteins. The Protein Pivot There were no treats, no new clothes, and no "extra" change

By the time Elias reached the vegetable stalls, his bag was surprisingly light, but his wallet was nearly empty.