Issa motioned Don back into the store and shut the door to the backroom behind her. She walked back over to the counter where Salem still lounged; the feline having not moved an inch. He flicked his tail in greeting and she scratched the top of his head absently only to pause when something on the counter caught her eye. She frowns and picks up the pouch, peeking inside. She almost dropped the bag in shock when she saw it was filled with coins and Michael immediately sprang to her mind. Coming to the conclusion that he had left the money even though she [i]told[/i] him he needn't pay her in currency, she tucked the pouch away safely, fully intent on returning it to him the second she had the chance.