dialogue b
(the turn-down service)
a: good evening, madam and sir. may i do the turn down service for you now?
b: oh, thank you. but you see, we are having some friends over. we're going to have a small party here in the room. could you come back in three hours?
a: certainly, madam. i'll let the overnight staff know. they will come then.
b: that's fine. well, our friends seem to be a little late. would you tidy up a bit the bathroom? i've just taken a bath and it is quite a mess now. besides, please bring us a bottle of just boiled water. we'd treat our guests to typical chinese tea.
a: yes, madam. i'll bring in some fresh towels together with the drinking water.
b: ok.
a: (having done all on request) it's growing dark. would you like me to draw the curtains for you, sir and madam?
c: why not? that would be so cozy.
a: may i turn on the lights for you?
c: yes, please. i'd like to do some reading while waiting.
a: yes, sir. is there anything i can do for you?
c: no more. you're a smart girl indeed. thank you very much.
a: i'm always at your service. goodbye, sir and madam, and do have a very pleasant evening.
words and expressions
flask n. 长颈瓶，热水瓶
overnight a. 终夜的，一夜间的
cozy a. 舒适的，温暖的
service n. 服务，帮助