Library Reception: and I almost forgot. The membership fee is $20, which is refundable if you no longer stay a member.

Student: There you are. Do I sign at the bottom here?

Library Reception: Yes, that’s right. You can borrow books now if you wish on though your membership card will not be ready until next week. If you borrow today, you can get your card when you return the first books. That’s if you want to take some now.

Student: I think I will. But I’ll have a look around first.

Library Reception: OK. Take your time