Half past five in the afternoon,
Hotel reception.
"You've made a mistake calculating. How can you charge me for two days? I only stayed one day, and I'm not sleeping here tonight!" a middle-aged man argued with the receptionist.
"Sir, according to regulations, after noon it automatically counts as the next day. Moreover, it's already half past five, and you're only now checking out, far exceeding the stipulated time." the receptionist hurriedly explained.
"What a ridiculous rule! I haven't even used the room, yet I have to pay? And a small hotel like this, could it even be fully booked?" The middle-aged man slapped the table hard, making a loud noise, his emotions stirred.
Facing this potentially violent guest, the receptionist felt a bit scared and quickly explained carefully:
"Sir, it's really not possible. Even if I wanted to refund you, the guest room system automatically counts the next day; I can't personally cover the costs for you."
