Sunday, 6 April 2014

Haggling over 9 rmb

Went hunting for a simple pair of black leggings yesterday. Didn't want to pay those "Plaza Prices", so meandered through the side streets near Jing"An Temple.  The shop keeper had to hunt for a pair large enough ( yea, large enough) to fit me.
When he indicated  39 rmb , I showed him 30 rmb. He took the leggings and stretched the waist band as far as it would go- meaning that I should pay extra for the size.  I had to laugh.
Sometimes I lose the negotiation over price. But, honestly, it was the difference between paying $5.00 and $6.50. Give your head a shake.........

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