High Summer
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alt_luciusIt is a singular curiosity that although they have no current obligations to the Young Protectors' League or (as yet) the Cadet Force, we see almost less of Draco and Harry this summer than years past. All to be expected: Given a summer to fly free, as it were, what young men would not indulge their social predilections?
Nonetheless, it is a pleasure to enjoy pursuits together, such as running the course at the Elysian and the Ouroboros and taking refreshment afterward. It is most gratifying to see them interact with witches and wizards on equal footing, now they are nearly grown. One cannot help be proud of the way in which they conduct themselves and the company they attract.
We have been particularly glad that the weather is so fine - or so they tell us, when they explain that their long-distance flights are a clever method to escape this heat!
The air of Town, however, wants changing this time of year, so we do plan a holiday, if we can manage it. Narcissa favours the west again, perhaps Cornwall. We still have the brigantine which wants a sea holiday, so that is well-suited to her wishes. We may teach the boys a thing or two about sailing.
That is, assuming that the Ministry and affairs of state permit any time at all out of Town. Have no wish to send them alone but that may become necessary, given days like this one.
Commerce committee ran over-long; this business of the black markets getting out of hand. Unsure what, if anything, Yaxley is even doing to control the rise of prices or the disappearance of particular delicacies. The lack of certain products even disrupted our niece's birthday supper. Most intolerable.
Luncheon with Crispin, as well - and discussion of his options at the Ministry. Naturally his well-deserved induction into Our Lord's Council provides him any number of choices; he has merely to determine where his interests lie.
Once back, was detained by an interminable matter at Rookwood's behest. Tosha, will call on you to-morrow if you are at home, to discuss that trifling business! Should interest you to no end.
Speaking of seeing you, Toshenka, Narcissa hopes you and Barty will join us at the week-end at the Manor.
Nonetheless, it is a pleasure to enjoy pursuits together, such as running the course at the Elysian and the Ouroboros and taking refreshment afterward. It is most gratifying to see them interact with witches and wizards on equal footing, now they are nearly grown. One cannot help be proud of the way in which they conduct themselves and the company they attract.
We have been particularly glad that the weather is so fine - or so they tell us, when they explain that their long-distance flights are a clever method to escape this heat!
The air of Town, however, wants changing this time of year, so we do plan a holiday, if we can manage it. Narcissa favours the west again, perhaps Cornwall. We still have the brigantine which wants a sea holiday, so that is well-suited to her wishes. We may teach the boys a thing or two about sailing.
That is, assuming that the Ministry and affairs of state permit any time at all out of Town. Have no wish to send them alone but that may become necessary, given days like this one.
Commerce committee ran over-long; this business of the black markets getting out of hand. Unsure what, if anything, Yaxley is even doing to control the rise of prices or the disappearance of particular delicacies. The lack of certain products even disrupted our niece's birthday supper. Most intolerable.
Luncheon with Crispin, as well - and discussion of his options at the Ministry. Naturally his well-deserved induction into Our Lord's Council provides him any number of choices; he has merely to determine where his interests lie.
Once back, was detained by an interminable matter at Rookwood's behest. Tosha, will call on you to-morrow if you are at home, to discuss that trifling business! Should interest you to no end.
Speaking of seeing you, Toshenka, Narcissa hopes you and Barty will join us at the week-end at the Manor.
Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-15 11:15 pm (UTC)Have no wish to wait for Thursday. Say you are free and feel the same.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:30 am (UTC)Today?I -- I'm sorry. I'm feeling really unwell. I went home after work for tea and toast and not much else.
I expect to feel more myself tomorrow.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:39 am (UTC)Nothing catching, I trust? Surely you've the proper remedies in stock for that sort of thing.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:42 am (UTC)It was not a good day at work.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:44 am (UTC)So much for the protection of your post in MLE.
What was his excuse?
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:49 am (UTC)He'd demanded tea, along with a report on information he's not supposed to have. I went to MLE to talk to Mafalda Hopkirk -- that's why I wasn't around when you stopped by. Auror Crouch wanted to put veritaserum in his tea to see if he spilled anything. Apparently Mulciber had assumed the tea would contain veritaserum, and tried to force me to either leave it on his desk, or drink it myself. I dumped it instead, and he lost his temper.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:53 am (UTC)But you are recovering? Have you everything you need to regain your footing?
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 12:58 am (UTC)I'm recovering, yes. I have tea and toast, and I'm hoping to go to bed early and get a good night's sleep.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 01:12 am (UTC)There are those who swear by chocolate, of course. Personally, prefer fresh lemon and a particular potion out of Meribald.
A strong shot of quality bourbon or Scotch - or even firewhiskey, if you have it - might not go amiss, either.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 01:18 am (UTC)I've had the tea, at least, and fresh lemons.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 01:22 am (UTC)Though if you should find you are still in want of sleep, could dispatch an elf to see to the compresses.
Call if you've need. Will check on you to-morrow.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 01:31 am (UTC)Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
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Date: 2013-07-16 03:11 pm (UTC)Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 03:25 pm (UTC)Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 03:15 pm (UTC)Auror Crouch concurred with my theory that Corax Mulciber might have been trying to get something he could hold over my head. So, we're going to manufacture something and let him find it. Crouch suggested an affair -- with Hopkirk. I don't actually have to have an affair with her, mind you, that's just what we're going to lead Mulciber to think.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 03:30 pm (UTC)Feeling up to a light luncheon? Nothing strenuous, I promise.
Presuming the climate will allow you to step away, that is.
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 03:37 pm (UTC)(By the way, I found out where my parchment and quill went, from outside my office. Corax Mulciber couldn't find a quill, so he sent his terrified clerk scurrying around trying to hunt one down. Mine was the first one he spotted, so he simply took it. I think Corax's quills must be running away from him out of pure dislike, because he goes through a truly ridiculous number.)
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 04:08 pm (UTC)Shall we say half-twelve? Shall you have disentangled by then?
Re: Private Message to Auror Lamont
Date: 2013-07-16 04:58 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-07-15 11:16 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-07-16 12:10 am (UTC)Shall call to-morrow morning, then.
And we shall expect you on Friday at your leisure.
(Heard from Sinistra that the N.E.W.T.-level selections were concluded in record time - a goal of hers, so I understand. Trust you are pleased with your students' results?)
Private Message to Pansy Parkinson
Date: 2013-07-15 11:35 pm (UTC)Heard from Professor Sinistra that your N.E.W.T. lessons have been accepted. As we discussed by owl, your choices appear to be sound, on the whole, and your marks ought not to prevent any profession you attempt, provided that you apply yourself in the two years to come.
Have a proposal for you, if I can arrange it: a brief observership at the Potioneers' Guild. There is an opportunity about to present itself for early August, if my sources are correct. If the idea interests you, let me know.
Private message to Father
Date: 2013-07-16 03:21 am (UTC)Anyway, Teddy Nott and I spoke for a bit. He said he missed me, which was an odd sentiment, coming from him. Have to wonder if it's genuine or not. What's your take on the matter?
Re: Private message to Father
Date: 2013-07-16 03:24 am (UTC)Was he with his father or alone?
It's true you've found more ... subtle company these last few years. It's possible he meant it.
Re: Private message to Father
Date: 2013-07-16 03:32 am (UTC)Whether he meant it or not, I've no reason to not spend time with him, I suppose.
Re: Private message to Father
Date: 2013-07-16 03:35 am (UTC)Re: Private message to Father
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