Dialogue reaching a compromise

A: So, Marta, according to the meeting, we want to organize for the Sales Managers, I propose a two day fair trade conference in Berlin. What do you think?
M: I believe a week in Hong Kong is much better. A: I'm sorry Marta, but we can't go as long as one week. The costs will be to high. I know how important to you is to know as much as possible about fair trade, but I can't agree one week. But I'm prepared to meet you a half way - 3 days - from Friday to Sunday. Is that acceptable?
M: I'm affraid you put me in a difficult position. Maybe it can last 5 days, Monday to Friday?
A: Monday to Friday? These are all our working days. Because the conference isn't obligatory, it must last also during the weekend. So I am ready to agree for 4 days, on the understanding that you will agree it will be Thursday to Sunday.
M: I am willing to agree to that, provided that it will take place in Hong Kong. This place is a world center of business.
A: Ok, that seems fair.
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