16. Missing the Bus Stop (1)


A: Does this bus stop at Normandy Street?

B: Yes, it does. Is that your stop?

A: Yes, it is. How much further until the bus gets there?

B: Actually, the bus passed by Normandy Street ten minutes ago.

A: I missed my bus stop? Darn it, I knew this would happen to me.

B: Are you on your way to work?

A: Fortunately I'm not, or else I would've been running late.

B: Are you meeting a friend?

A: Yes, I am actually. I'm going to have to call him, and tell him I missed my stop.

B: You should get off on the upcoming stop.

A: Good idea. I'll just walk back to Normandy.

B: It might be a long walk.