Задание №45223 ЕГЭ по Английскому языку

Kevin

Kevin Mason had risen early, excited by the prospect of his first day as deputy chairman of the new company. His first meeting that day was scheduled for twelve o'clock, when Lucas would 30                           him about his progress with a new novel, Kevin planned to publish the book in April, and was delighted that he 31                           to persuade Lucas to go on tour to promote the book. After a light breakfast Kevin read the article in the Times for a second time. He was pleased to see his new partner repeating something he’d said to Kevin many times: I am proud to be joining а publishing house with such a fine literary tradition.

As it was a clear, crisp morning, Kevin decided to work and savour the thought of starting life anew. He 32                           how long it would be before his father understood the situation. He wanted his father to 33                           that Kevin had made the right 
decision if the company were to play in the major leagues. He crossed the road, his smile broadening with each 34                           he took. As he walked towards the familiar building, he noticed two smartly dressed doormen standing at the entrance. Not an expense his father would have 35                           of. One of the men stepped forward and saluted.

“Good morning, Mr Mason.” Kevin was 36                           that they knew his name. “We have been instructed, sir, not to allow you to enter the building.” Kevin was struck dumb.