As Harrold enters the city he avoids the crowded streets and tries to blend in. Harrold says to the man "I'm just here to find someone to teach alchemy and botany" then Harrold scurries off.
Harrold makes sure his hood stays on and take alleyways instead of crowded streets and get the things he needed as quick as possible. he says to the man that he's trying to get herbs before heading into the countryside and leave quickly.