Jack: Hi, Tom! Long time no see.

Tom: Hello, Jack. How are you getting along?

Jack: Just so so. And you ?

Tom: Fine, thank you. How's everybody at your house?

Jack: Very well, thank you. I hope your family are all well.

Tom: Thanks. What have you been upheld to lately?

Jack: Nothing. I'm just busy for a thesis. And you ?

Tom: I've been to HongKong.

Jack: How was your trip to HongKong?

Tom: Pretty good. It's very beautiful there. Remember our friend Billy?

Jack: Billy? Yes, I haven't heard from him for several years. How is he getting along ?

Tom: Not bad. He's busy for his bussiness. Billy sends his regards to you.

Jack: Thanks. I'll phone to him after days. ( 较少见面的人的问候 )