A:Is it all right for me to come in now. Mr. Sutcliffe?
B:Well...I'm pretty busy. but... all right. come in. What can I do for you?
A:Do you mind if I sit down?
B:Not at all. Take a seat. Now, what can I do for you?
A:I want to leave the department. Do you think I could put in for a transfer?
B:Yes, but why should you want to do that?
A:Do you mind if I speak frankly?
B:Not at all. Go ahead.
A:Well,you see. I don't like the office. I don't like the staff.and I'm afraid you and I don't get on. So may I put in for a transfer?
B:Yes.I'd delighted if you did.