Meanwhile, the streets of Flaret Town was dark and grim, though arguably some people could barely feel the poverty—only the highs.
The powder had to be sold and tested somewhere first, after all, and when Peaco realized its potential, he made many citizens taste it. He and Felipe observed the effects depending on the person's level and strength, and soon they came up with the right formulations to target as many people as they could.
Soon, after getting hundreds of people addicted to the powders, they started charging for them. By this time, these people were more than willing to empty their wallets for a few bags, and then sell all their assets for a few more.
Some even sold their families—especially their daughters, and even their wives—when they already lost everything.