Song Tan did the math, and the vegetable vendor was immediately intrigued.
After years of haggling with the aunties over a profit of eight dimes, his calculation skills were exceptionally strong.
He quickly reached a conclusion—
Based on the amount of produce Song Tan brought to the market each time, on average, she had about two to three hundred catties. Sometimes there was more, but sometimes less.
Her visits were not consistent. Sometimes she came three times a week, and other times just once or twice.
Let's say twice a week, that's eight times a month, and 300 catties each time. Besides his regular sales, that could net an extra 480 catties!
There would be some delay on his end and, with leafy greens, some inevitable wastage.
Given Song Tan's personality, she definitely wouldn't let him spray extra water on the veggies to add weight. Plus regular customers, who doesn't want a bit more for their money?
