Saying goodbye and keeping in touch

Priya: I can't believe you're actually leaving tomorrow.

You: I know, it's gone so fast. It feels like we only met at that induction last week.

Priya: Two hours on Moodle!

You: Ha, exactly! Honestly, though, I don't think I'd have got through this year without you. Thanks for everything.

Priya: Stop it, you'll make me cry. So, what's the plan when you get back?

You: I've got a couple of interviews lined up in Tashkent, so fingers crossed. But I'd love to come back to the UK at some point.

Priya: You'd better! And I still want to try real plov one day.

You: You have to come and visit. Seriously, you'd be very welcome. My mum's already heard all about you.

Priya: Deal. Let's do regular video calls, okay?

You: Definitely. Let's not be one of those people who say 'keep in touch' and then never message.

Prof. Clarke: Jasur! Glad I caught you before you go.

You: Professor Clarke, thank you so much for all your support this year. Your feedback made a huge difference to my dissertation.

Prof. Clarke: It was a pleasure. You worked incredibly hard. Do keep me posted on how things go.

You: I will. And if I ever apply for a PhD, would it be okay to ask you for a reference?

Prof. Clarke: Of course. Just drop me an email. Safe travels.

You: Thank you, for everything. Take care.