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M: Hello, Mary.
W: Hello, Mr. David, my favorite customer. How are you?
M: I’m fine. I heard you weren’t well.
W: Well,(9)I was away for a couple of weeks in the hospital. But I am fine now. Er,(10) people say you are going to start a new department store nearby, aren’t you?
M:(10)That’s right. I’m busy preparing for it recently.
W: How are things going?
M: I still need to buy lots of things, and hire many saleswomen. Well, this is the first time I’ve been in here since Christmas.
W: Yes, it’s good to see you again. Are you ready to order?
M: I need a cup of coffee and three pieces of bread.
W: OK, wait a minute, please.
9. Why was the woman away for a couple of weeks?
10. What is the man doing recently?