Zhang Dadan glanced at the medicine cabinet in the store and said to the man, "If you're not busy fetching medicine, please step out from behind the counter."
The guy listened and, realizing Dadan wanted to see the shop owner, sighed in frustration and spoke more respectfully.
"Hello, I've been an apprentice here for two years. I'm sure I won't make a mistake with the medicine. You can trust me!"
Zhang Dadan realized the misunderstanding and quickly explained, "This little brother here is selling ginseng; you think you could help?"
Selling ginseng? The guy glanced at the man behind Dadan, noticing he was indeed holding a bundle, confirming his purpose.
"It would be a bother, but a wealthy middle-aged man rushed out from the inner room just as we were having tea.
"Must these two leave Jiqing Hall?" The wealthy middle-aged man smiled broadly at Zhang, who hadn't even sat down.