M: You are not going to give it up, are you?
W: No way! I?ll never find another apartment like it around here. But I don?t like the idea of paying three months for an empty apartment, either. So, I?m looking for someone to take it while I?m away.
M: Um, let me think. Oh, I know just a person. An old colleague of mine, Jim Thomas. He is coming here to do some research this summer, from June to August.
W: Well, that?s exactly when I?ll be away!
M: Tell you what: I?ll be calling Jim late this week anyway, so I?ll mention it to him. W: Well, thanks, Bill. Text 10
W: I hope I?ve given you a clear idea of the schedule for your London weekend. And, before I finish, let me just give you some advice which should make your stay more enjoyable. Firstly, please do remember to put on some comfortable shoes. London is a big place, and whatever you do, you?ll find yourself doing quite a lot of walking. So, comfortable shoes are really necessary. And secondly, let me ask you to please look after your money. Keep it safe at all times, and then you will not have any unpleasant accident, which could ruin your whole weekend. You?ll find a copy of your weekend?s schedule in your room. Take a look at it, and make sure you?re clear about everything. Well, that?s all from me for now. Go and leave your luggage in your rooms. I?ll be seeing you here again in fifteen minutes. Goodbye for now!