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Creating an Industrial Empire in 19th Century Parallel World

In a tragic accident, mechanical engineer Poul Nielsen and his best friend, civil engineer Jonathan Axelsen, are killed when a truck crashes into the coffee shop where they were hanging out. Suddenly, they find themselves transmigrated to a parallel world in the late 19th-century country of Avalonia. In this world, they'll need to work tirelessly to earn enough pennies to survive. But they won't settle for just getting by - they want to become the Edison, the Chrysler, the Rockefeller, the Carnegie, the Ford, and the Westinghouse of this new world. In a world without electricity, Poul and Jonathan decide to start an electric power distribution company. But that's not enough - they also want to build appliances and motors to make their business profitable. They see the opportunity to revolutionize ground transportation, and they start an automotive manufacturing company. They tackle huge infrastructure projects such as metro stations, skyscrapers, bridges, tunnels, and dams by starting their own civil engineering firm. They even invest in the arms manufacturing industry. But the road to success won't be easy. Fierce competition awaits them, as robber barons are willing to do everything to crush their competitors. Predator against predator, and government intervention. Poul and Jonathan must use all their engineering expertise and business acumen to navigate this treacherous landscape. Join Poul and Jonathan on their journey to become the wealthiest men in the world in a parallel universe where anything is possible.

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The First Morning in the New Office

The first morning in their new office building was a momentous occasion for the industrialist duo. As they woke up to the warm glow of the rising sun, they couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. The opulent building had been a long-awaited dream, and they had spared no expense in its construction and design.

As they made their way through the spacious, modern offices, they marveled at the state-of-the-art technology at the time and luxurious furnishings. Everything had been meticulously planned and executed, from the sleek conference rooms to the gourmet kitchen.

In the main office, a massive wall-sized window offered a breathtaking view of the bustling company town below. Plumes of smoke rose steadily from the towering smokestack, and horse-drawn carriages clattered along the cobblestone streets. The workers, tiny from this height, scurried about like ants in their quest to keep the industrial machine running smoothly.