An old friend of yours is coming to visit your city. You had planned to meet him at the airport, but something has come up and you will not be able to make it there on time. Write to your friend, In your letter Explain the situation Offer to make alterntive arrangements. Write at least 150 words.

Dear Rahul, First of all, I am hoping that you are doing great in your life. As we had discussed over the phone, you are coming to Mumbai first time. So,wholeheartedly, I welcome you to
this
beautiful city. Unfortunately, some family-related work comes out as an emergency
therefore
, I can not pick you up from the airport but I am planning for something big and for sure, coming to Mumbai will be worthwhile for you.
Firstly
, my grandmother is unwell nowadays and yesterday night, suddenly, she got sick and
due to
this
, she is unable to perform any task.
Therefore
, I need to take care of her very carefully
as well as
I will have to go to the hospital for
further
follow-up from the doctor.
However
, these are family issues but don't worry. I have arranged for you an interesting party where all our childhood friends come.
Furthermore
, we will
also
visit some spectacular scenery with my family. I am pleased that you are visiting
this
city and we will every moment. I am regretful
for
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the inconvenience. Yours lovingly, Kumarjeet Poddar
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  • therefore
  • however
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  • despite

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