Jay : The weather report has been talking about the
typhoon a lot the past couple of days. It seems
like everyone is being very cautious.
Catherine: Yeah, that's because typhoons in the past have
often done very unexpected things. Everyone
learns from those experiences and don't dare
underestimate typhoons.
Jay: Really...what kind of effect have typhoons had on
you in the past?
Catherine: Many different kinds. For instance, during the
summer two years ago, a light typhoon suddenly
became a mid-level typhoon as it reached
Taiwan. Many important places in Taipei City
were seriously flooded. That time many people
lost their lives in the sudden surge of water. The
loss to businesses and the economy is hard to
estimate.
Jay: Wow! That sounds dreadful.
Catherine: Yup, so when typhoons come, you really have to
be careful and make the proper preparations.
Jay: How should I prepare?
Catherine: First, you should supply your house with 2 or 3
days worth of food. When the typhoon hits, it's best not to leave your house. You should also buy
Catherine: Isn't this something you should ask a guy? Why
some batteries, and candles in case the power
are you asking me?
goes out.
Jay: What's that supposed to mean? I don't get it.
Jay: What if there is a ? ood?
Catherine: Man...sometimes I don't know if you are naive
Catherine: You live on the eleventh floor, don't you? If it
or just stupid. Well, their name "Xi Shi" is
? oods, the worst that will happen is that you'll get
actually the name of an ancient Chinese woman
stuck at home for a couple of days. You shouldn't
renowned for her beauty. The main reason they
be in any danger.
dress like that is to attract more male business.
Jay: Yeah...luckily, I had some foresight to live in a
Jay: You mean, they dress like that to attract people
high-rise! But, if I get stuck for a long time...I'll die
passing by and then sell them betel nuts?
of boredom!
Catherine: You got it. I personally think working at the betel
Catherine: Relax, you'll be fine...besides, you can do what
nut stands is a valid occupation. Those girls work
you love to do most, watch movies and sleep all
hard to make a living.
day!
Jay: Yeah...well, next time I pass by one, I'll go buy a
