Pay him

You pay him the 5 shillings as asked. The old man quickly clubs the coins in his hand and disappears behind the counter. You hear him making a lot of noises, rummaging and doing god knows what.

"When can I pick it up again?" You say loudly so as not get drowned out for the noise. The old man swiftly jumps back into view from behind the counter "Tomorrow" he says "in the morning. I'll have it ready for ya" he pauses for a second as you softly nod. "Now scram - get outta here!" He yells as he disappears behind the counter again "busy busy.." you hear him mumble before the noise of him rummaging around begins again.

Slightly surprised from his sudden outburst you turn in your heels and leave the shop the same way you came in. The sun is still up as you exit the shop, it must be approaching midday you think to yourself.