Hi, Sue, it's me.
Well, hello, where have you been all day, Steve? Mr. Smith asked me this morning where you were but he didn't seem to be looking for you or anything.
What did you say?
I told him that I didn't know. He seemed very busy as manager always are. Are you OK?
I'm sorry. I didn't call you this morning. I've had a cold since Saturday. I haven't eaten much these days and it has made me feel really weak, but I'll probably be there tomorrow.
All right. We'll go on a business trip next week and don't worry. You should go to see a doctor, Steve.
Thanks, but I'm getting better now.
Take care then, bye.