16. Returning a Call


A: Hello, is this Mr. Smith? I'm Mrs. Jones.

B: Hello, Mrs. Jones. Did you get my message?

A: Yes, I did, I'm returning your call.

B: Oh, right, of course.

A: What's the problem? Is James in trouble?

B: I caught him copying a classmate's test today.

A: Oh, that child is incorrigible!

B: I'm afraid I'll have to give him detention this time.

A: It's alright, I understand.

B: James certainly is strong-willed.

A: Yes, he needs a firm hand and discipline!

B: He's a good boy. Now if only he'd stop cheating!