Why didn't he display the best he had?
Of course, it was to whet the appetite of all the ladies for the glassware and see how hard they'll fall for them. Otherwise he would have a harder time quoting a high price.
The storekeeper kept a smile on his face as he calmly soothed them.
"Madam please forgive me, this isn't meant to be rude, actually… If my humble store showcased the best items that sustain my store right off the bat, and set the standards impossibly high, when the time comes, what will this tiny shop have to attract my esteemed ladies to return?"
Madam Wu Liba blushed, and she answered, "Just bring out the best you have, why worry about these? Consider how many products I've bought from here, were they all a lie? Whether it's good or not, when have I not patronised and supported your business?"
The storekeeper smiled gently, and turned to go up and retrieve the very expensive glass tea set.