Cryptic Clarity

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Scenes from Clapham Junction

Evening at the Clapham Junction railway station, the clock hanging above indicates 5 minutes past seven. Cell phone vibrates.

ME: Hello?

HIM: Hey it’s me. I’m really sorry but my train just got canceled. I’m catching the next one but it’ll take another 15 minutes to get there.

ME: No biggies. I am inside the station now…why not look for me in either Blockbuster or WHSmith? You know where they are right?

HIM: Yeah. There’s also Caffee Nero at the entrance of the station. Why not grab yourself a coffee, have a seat and wait for me inside?

ME: Aw I would if I had a book with me to read…not a coffee drinker by the way.

HIM: Well OK. I’ll give you a ring then when I get there.

ME: Great. See you soon.

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