So there's this guy who wanted local pickup on an item I sold. Problem is, I don't do local pickups because I've been very busy this week with work and other stuff due to my upcoming trip.
The item was sold last sunday; he told me he wanted local pickup, but I can't do so, and I requested he pay the amount specified on the auction, plus standard shipping for the item. He replied in a seemingly ticked off manner, saying that "it would be a waste of money".
Now, my problem is that I leave the country next wednesday; even if I opened an unpaid item report, I have to be here to reply and stuff. But I'm gonna be gone for two weeks without any sort of internet access. Heck, my latest auctions have notes which specify that the items must be paid as soon as possible so I can ship them before I leave, you know?
What are my options if he doesn't reply? Will my absence count against me? Will he be able to leave me a negative, even if we agree to not complete the transaction?
Edit:
See latest reply for more info.