The man yawns, looks bored, and casually increases the price to 1,000 gp. Being a charitable mood today, of all things, while sitting in his chair enjoying a good book and some wine. Casually waiting for you to agree to such a price, along with his bodyguard trying his best to look ominous. All the while, the market is abuzz with activity and food and more items to buy and slaves to purchase.