Custom Suit Conspiracy

You've invested $3,800 in a premium wool suit for a career-defining presentation tomorrow. Upon final fitting, you notice something's terribly wrong - the fabric feels synthetic. The renowned tailor is gaslighting you, claiming it's the same Australian Merino wool you selected, but your father's decades in textile manufacturing taught you better.

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B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Corporate Executive with textile industry knowledge

Conversation Partner

Marcus Thorne, Master Tailor

Setting

Mirror-lined fitting room with harsh overhead lighting casting multiple reflections, late evening

Location

Thorne & Sons Bespoke Tailoring, Downtown Financial District

Learning Objectives

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Prove the fabric substitution through specific technical knowledge

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Counter the tailor's gaslighting with confidence

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Secure either a refund or replacement with genuine wool

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Sir, I assure you this Super 180s Merino is exactly what you selected. Perhaps the evening lighting is playing tricks with your perception of the hand feel?”

This is how Marcus Thorne, Master Tailor's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#989

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