Private message to Lucius Malfoy

I know you're more of a firewhiskey drinker, but do try the mead -- it's got a surprising kick to it. Do you know who supplied it? I might order a few bottles next year for holiday gifts.

Arista threw a fit when I left her behind today -- I was baffled as to why she thought she'd be coming with me to the Ministry Christmas party, of all things! Turns out she was confused. She's in one of the children's choirs that will perform at the Froste Faire, and she thought THAT was where I was going.

Private message to Chloe

I'm fine. Truly.

There's no need for you to seek me out; there were other injuries, and you might obstruct the Healers. I'm sure we'll hear in a bit what the explosion that rather sharp noise was, but in the meantime I wanted to set your mind at rest. Go home, please, and reassure Arista; I'll be along in a little while.

I think the festive part of this event is well and truly over.

Private message to Lucius Malfoy

How's Narcissa?

Chloe

well

she went to kiss the children goodnight (the nanny had put them to bed, of course) and then locked the bedroom door from the inside.





At least she CAN lock the bedroom door.










At the moment, I mean.

Private message to Mrs Weasley

Mrs Weasley,

There's really no way to convey the depths of my sorrow on your behalf. Or my gratitude to your husband, who truly embodied the virtues of Gryffindor House -- in the moment of danger, leaping to protect those near him.

I owe your family a debt I can never repay. But I wish to assure you that I will, to the best of my ability, at least see that you're cared for as Arthur would have wished; that your children's school expenses are paid, that you have everything you need, and that Arthur's sacrifice is honoured and remembered.

There's more I'd like to say in person, but I have no intention of intruding on your family tonight. Please let me know if I may call on you in a few days.

I am so terribly sorry for your loss, and your family's loss.

With my highest regards,
Dominic Selwyn