Is it all right for me to come in now. Mr. Sutcliffe?
Well. . . I'm pretty busy. but. . . all right. come in. What can I do for you?
Do you mind if I sit down?
Not at all. Take a seat. Now, what can I do for you?
I want to leave the department. Do you think I could put in for a transfer?
Yes, but why should you want to do that?
Do you mind if I speak frankly?
Not at all. Go ahead.
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?
Yes. I'd delighted if you did.