The bubble tea shop owner is a small business proprietor from whom Wen Xin orders hundreds of cups of various drinks like pearl milk tea, mango milkshakes, and kumquat lemon. She is initially stunned by the large order but readily accepts Wen Xin's payment and delivers the items. She is representative of the many food service workers Wen Xin interacts with—busy, practical, and happy for the unexpected business.
