I don't know what you could possibly be talking ab-
Can't I just pop by with a bottle of wine for a good fr-
Honestly, Peter, you read far too much int-
*It becomes clear that Peter is not convinced by John's attempts at evasion*
...I was going to inquire if it would be possible for you to do me a favour for a few hours on Wednesday that wouldn't involve a great deal of effort on your part and would result in you acquiring this most highly commended bottle of wine.
*John puts the bottle of wine on the table then crosses his arms*
It's parents' evening at Oliver and Freddie's school on Wednesday. It would be most helpful if you could please look after them while I converse with their teachers about their performances this term. Would you be able to see fit to extend a helping hand in this matter?
Peter, I'm afraid I shall have to press you for an answer now; if you are unable or unwilling to do me this favour then I shall have to make alternative arrangements.
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branchandroot
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:22 pm (UTC)Not busy, are you Peter?
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:29 pm (UTC)*raises newspaper*
What is it that you want?
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:35 pm (UTC)I don't know what you could possibly be talking ab-
Can't I just pop by with a bottle of wine for a good fr-
Honestly, Peter, you read far too much int-
*It becomes clear that Peter is not convinced by John's attempts at evasion*
...I was going to inquire if it would be possible for you to do me a favour for a few hours on Wednesday that wouldn't involve a great deal of effort on your part and would result in you acquiring this most highly commended bottle of wine.
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:41 pm (UTC)Alternatively, I could purchase my own bottle of wine and expend no effort whatsoever.
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:44 pm (UTC)It's parents' evening at Oliver and Freddie's school on Wednesday. It would be most helpful if you could please look after them while I converse with their teachers about their performances this term. Would you be able to see fit to extend a helping hand in this matter?
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:47 pm (UTC)*closes paper*
But at the moment, I am going to get ready for bed.
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:50 pm (UTC)Peter, I'm afraid I shall have to press you for an answer now; if you are unable or unwilling to do me this favour then I shall have to make alternative arrangements.
(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:51 pm (UTC)*bedroom door shuts behind Peter*
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:54 pm (UTC)*Door slams*
*John calls through*
Well... check your diary now and let me know! You can't get rid of me that easily!
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:57 pm (UTC)Text from 07### ######
John,
I think you'll find I can. I will update you tomorrow morning.
-Peter
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Date: 2012-05-28 08:54 pm (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 08:58 pm (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-28 09:37 pm (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2012-05-29 06:21 pm (UTC)Peter,
Are you going to do me this favour or not? I need to know tonight so if need be I can beg someone else to look after the children.
-John
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Date: 2012-05-29 06:53 pm (UTC)John,
I may be exceedingly jetlagged, so do ensure coffee is provided. Not Starbucks.
-Peter
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Date: 2012-05-29 07:05 pm (UTC)Peter,
Will do. Thanks.
-John
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Date: 2012-06-01 09:15 am (UTC)Peter,
Thank you for Wednesday - much appreciated.
-John