Cost of Commerce

“What does this game cost?”

“$49. Just like the sticker says.”

“But what was your cost on it?”

“That’s a question you’re just going to have to figure out on your own.”

“I don’t want to pay more than what you paid for it.”

“Oh really? And why is that?”

“It’s not fair that I should pay a higher price just because I don’t own a store.”

“Assuming I were to sell everything at my cost, that would mean that I would have a greatly reduced income. And with this reduced income, I would be unable to pay for the little things like rent, power, and food.”

“Welfare doesn’t pay much. If your games were cheaper, I could buy more.”

“Want to hear my idea? It’s just crazy enough to work. How about you just get a job and stop spending my money on video games.”

“I don’t think I like your attitude.”

“If you weren’t on welfare I might care what you thought.”

“I’m never coming back!”

“Oh no! The guy who only buys games at my costs isn’t coming back! Say it isn’t so! Door’s to your left.”