The shopkeeper's surname is Tan.
Actually, the Chu family shop is three streets away, a bit far from the center. Even if the medicinal herbs there sell well, it might take several days for word to reach his shop.
What caught his attention was a customer who frequently came to buy medicine from him passing by the door, carrying a cloth bag of medicinal herbs that looked to weigh several kilograms.
He examined it carefully, but had never seen this kind of medicinal herb before, so he called out to the man and asked him another question.
"This herb can strengthen muscles and bones, and it works really well. Big Liu from West Street can lift more than 200 jin after taking it. The construction site boss was so happy that he raised his wages directly."
Manager Tan simply didn't believe it.
"There are medicines that can strengthen muscles and bones, but the claim that taking them will allow you to lift more than 200 pounds is an exaggeration and impossible. Don't be fooled."
"Manager Tan, if you don't believe me, go to the construction site and see for yourself. Big Liu really can lift more than 200 pounds."
"I only went to take a look before I was willing to buy so much. Before, Da Liu could only carry 180 jin (50 kg)."
Even after the person had left sight, Manager Tan was still in a daze for a long time.
He immediately realized that this must not be a legitimate medicine. It might temporarily boost his physical abilities, but everything comes at a price, and his body would soon weaken, or he might even fall ill and die.
He wanted to see which pharmacy dared to be so audacious as to sell banned drugs and deceive people. This was illegal and disorderly, and they should be arrested.
Upon learning that it was a shop owned by the Chu family, Manager Tan frowned.
A few days ago, the Chu family shop bought a batch of medicinal herbs from him, but just the day before yesterday, they sold them back at a low price.
He had thought the Chu family was going to switch to another business, but it turned out they were taking a risky approach.
Old Master Chu is an official, how could he be so muddle-headed? If someone reports him, wouldn't he lose his official position?
Manager Tan isn't that malicious; he wouldn't do anything underhanded. He just can't stand people who don't follow the right path.
He didn't know much about other professions, but he loved this one as much as his life. He always held the belief that once a person chooses to practice medicine, even if it's just selling medicine, he must be responsible for human life and not act recklessly.
If such a thing were to happen, he would absolutely not stand idly by.
He should first remind the Chu family, and if they still don't listen, then he'll have no choice but to report it to the authorities.
Such unethical and illegal behavior must not be allowed to tarnish the medicinal herb industry.
Before going to Chu's shop, Manager Tan first went to find Da Liu.
Although Yuezhou City is large, many people have lived here for generations and know each other well. You can basically find out about any permanent resident by asking around.
Da Liu often went from street to street doing manual labor, so many people knew him.
Manager Tan quickly found Da Liu.
Da Liu was carrying several stacked sacks, huffing and puffing as he walked forward.
Each sack weighs about fifty pounds, so it adds up to two hundred and fifty pounds.
His steps were steady; although he looked strained, he was completely composed.
"Big Liu," Manager Tan called out to him.
"Manager Tan, what is it?"
"You seem to have gained a lot of strength," said Manager Tan.
Da Liu chuckled, a hint of pride on his face: "Everyone who sees me says so. It's a good thing. If I earn more money, I can afford to feed my child meat every few days."
As he was about to leave, Manager Tan stepped forward and blocked his way.
"Manager Tan, I'm busy."
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