(Over the telephone)

Emily : Hello, operator?

Operator : Yes, what can I do for you?

Emily : I'd like to make a call to Japan.

Operator : You can make a direct call. It's cheaper.

Emily : I tried, but a recording told me that the number was not in service.

Operator : Have you checked the number?

Emily : Yes, I have. The number is right. There must be something wrong with the connection.

Operator: I'll try to get you through. Please give me the number.

Emily : It's 702-6666 and the area code is 03.

Operator : Station to station?

Emily : Yes.

Operator : Your name and number, please,

Emily : My name is Emily Ruth. My number is 531-3760.... By the way, operator, is now still within the reduced rate period?

Operator: Yes. 10 % discount.

Emily : That's lucky.

Operator : Would you like to make a collect call?

Emily : No, no. I'll pay the bill for this call.

Operator : All right. Please replace the receiver and I'll call you back.