She asked him, “How much are you selling the eggs for?” 2″ The old seller replied, “$0.25 an egg, Madam.” She said to him, “I will take 6 eggs for $1.25 or I ” will leave.” The old seller replied, “Come on, Madam, you drive a hard bargain, but I can’t let you leave empty-handed. 6 eggs for $1.25 it is.” The elderly man carefully gathered six brown eggs and handed them over to the determined customer. As she tucked the eggs into a small basket, a smile played on her lips.
Curiosity got the better of her, and she inquired, “Why are your eggs so reasonably priced compared to the market, sir?”
The old seller chuckled, his eyes crinkling with years of wisdom. “Well, Madam, it’s simple. I believe everyone should have access to good, affordable food. I may not make much profit, but seeing folks leave with a smile is worth more than gold to me.”
Impressed by his sincerity, she nodded appreciatively. “That’s a noble philosophy. I wish more people thought like you.”
As she turned to leave, the old seller spoke up again, “Wait, Madam, since you appreciate fairness, let me give you a little extra. Take this,” he said, handing her a small, vibrant bouquet of wildflowers. “On the house. Consider it a gesture of gratitude for supporting my humble business.”
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