That was not an unusual occurrence.
Those esteemed ladies and young gentlemen didn't typically carry a substantial amount of money with them when they went shopping. Instead, they would simply choose whatever they desired, sign the bill, and request the manager to collect the payment from their family's accountant.
However, there was a prerequisite for this arrangement: the family had to be a regular guest or a legitimate noble family residing in the capital's vicinity.
Moreover, the expenses were considerable, amounting to at least several hundred liang, or even thousands or tens of thousands.
Firstly, Qiao Hongxi was not a frequent patron, and secondly, the Qiao Family lacked recognition. Furthermore, he had requested someone to retrieve 38 liang on his behalf.
How audacious!
West Sixth Street was quite a distance away.
