“The part that speaks French.”
I just frowned and walked off as it was meant to be a polite question. An educated guess would have said that they were from “the French speaking part of Canada,” but I guess they didn’t like small talk.
In hindsight, I find that interaction funny.
I could be wrong but as a Non-French speaker I've heard that French banter is a little snide or pedantic in nature on purpose but generally not meant to be mean-spirited. Kind of like when a friend says "No Shit Sherlock" but with less enthusiasm.
"Dear Sir,
I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits.
Would it be possible to arrange a meeting by telephone in the near future, perhaps even the next week, if that fits with your calendar?
I would shame myself if I neglected to mention that I will prepare the requested documents at the earliest convenience."
Is how I can only describe it.