外教讲解地道美语 第201期:交易失败

Mr. Smith: I’m glad you could find time to meet with me, Mr. Johnson. I can’t think of a nicer environment for our meeting today, the ambiance here is lovely!

Mr. Johnson: No problem, if possible I always combine business with pleasure.   Now, let’s hear more about these chocolates you’re offering.

Mr. Smith: Well,  as  you  know,  I  have  recently become the sole distributor for Grangers  Gourmet  Bon-bons  here in  the  United  States. They’re  a new manufacturer and are looking to break into the luxury market.   Naturally,  your  restaurant  sprang  into my mind immediately. I think your brand exemplifies many of the same traits as Grangers and serving these chocolates would really add to your reputation for providing elegant, luxurious, first class dining.

Mr. Johnson: Hmmm, sounds  interesting... gourmet  chocolates,  where  are they produced? Belgium?

Mr. Smith: Actually,  the  factory  is  located  in Scotland.

Mr. Johnson: Really? I  didn’t  think  they  were known for their luxury chocolate production...

Mr. Smith: That’s what makes this such a fantastic opportunity!  The government is  one  hundred  percent  supportive of creating new export markets and has  guaranteed  a  low  tariff  for  all wholesale orders of over one thousand units. They’ve also reduced the red tape involved at customs as well. Here, I brought these especially for you, try one!

Mr. Johnson: Oh, thanks. Mmm, hmm, creamy texture, smooth...

Mr. Smith:Unique,  aren’t  they?   I  bet  you’ve never tasted anything like it!  Quality is assured as I personally visit the factory to make sure no one’s cutting corners with the ingredients. Only the creme make it through inspection. Mr. Johnson:

Mr. Johnson: Yes,  very  interesting  flavors...Slightly spicy, very unique, that’s for sure.  Exactly what ARE the ingredients?

Mr. Smith: I  have  it  on  highest  authority  that this traditional secret recipe has been handed  down  in the  Granger  family for generations.   I’m sure you can keep  a  secret.   Buttermilk, cacao beans, sugar and Haggis.

Mr. Johnson: Haggis? What’s Haggis?

Mr. Smith: It’s a traditional Scottish delicacy; you take sheep’s liver, heart and lung and stuff it inside of the sheep’s stomach.

Mr. Johnson: Ah, get back to you.

Mr. Smith:Mr. Johnson? Mr. Johnson?

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