A New Life in London

It is 09:00 on 12th May and Fatima looks at the rental contract. She has read the document carefully before signing the agreement.

The landlord says the monthly rent is 1200 pounds. Fatima has agreed to pay the deposit by tomorrow at 14:00.

Outside, there are loud roadworks on the street. Fatima hopes for quiet weather during her move.

Fatima meets Jochen at 19:30 for dinner. They have walked to the station because the trains have been cancelled today.

A station announcement says that all services have been delayed. They decide to walk to the restaurant instead.

Fatima reads the menu and chooses the fish and chips. She has noticed that the price is 15 pounds per meal.

Jochen explains the tipping culture to her. He says that a ten percent tip is usually expected in the UK.

They finish their meal and pay the total bill of 35 pounds. Fatima has remembered to leave some cash for the waiter.

The restaurant staff thanks them for the visit. They have enjoyed the evening despite the busy day.

Fatima walks home and feels happy about her new flat. She has managed her appointments well today.