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Private Message to Barty and Bella
Dec. 17th, 2013 10:45 pmUnderstand the packages were delivered your end. Assume no problems?
Our errands were successfully concluded as well.
Our errands were successfully concluded as well.
Private Message to Barty Crouch
Dec. 6th, 2013 12:01 amBreakfast was illuminating, Barty, my thanks. As was adding Ned to my sparring session!
Have cleared calendar for the day after 9:00. Can rendez-vous with your team once trap is sprung.
Heard from source this after-noon that Harkiss has been known to breach protocols re: classified discussion in semi-public venues. Have you had any similar report?
Then again, same source thought Gibbon a potential security risk as well, which is more amusing than concerning.
Your man plans to tip off Maule when, again? And there's no question about the tale he plans to tell to draw him out? You're certain it will compel him to take your bait?
If we can remove M from the board before Christmas it will be a very jolly yuletide indeed.
Have cleared calendar for the day after 9:00. Can rendez-vous with your team once trap is sprung.
Heard from source this after-noon that Harkiss has been known to breach protocols re: classified discussion in semi-public venues. Have you had any similar report?
Then again, same source thought Gibbon a potential security risk as well, which is more amusing than concerning.
Your man plans to tip off Maule when, again? And there's no question about the tale he plans to tell to draw him out? You're certain it will compel him to take your bait?
If we can remove M from the board before Christmas it will be a very jolly yuletide indeed.
Private Message to Virgil Crispin
Oct. 3rd, 2012 09:20 pmYour message's timing could not have been better. Cannot abide Madama Butterfly but it's one of Narcissa's favourites (though will say it is diverting to see the interpretation of a muggleborn Butterfly). Perfect excuse to step outside to the bar.
Yes, see no reason to cancel lunch on the 15th (my apologies, again, for last month). But in advance of our meeting, would be most grateful if you could look into the deed history and provenance on several addresses obtained from Miss Blishwick - she continues to be an excellent source of information, if nothing yet has led to concrete evidence against Maule. Am forwarding an owl with the pertinent locations.
Regarding Saturday's invitation from Fleet, unfortunately, have had additional conflict arise and must decline. Do your best to assure him it is as much business as pleasure. Could send Weasley if you think some representation necessary, however, trust you to provide much better account of my absence than his presence would bring about.
Speaking of Weasley, you may wish to counsel him on his current ... domestic arrangement. He has been somewhat distracted by it of late. Confess that I had my doubts, for all that I supported his removal from that hovel his parents call a home. New London agrees with him; his particular living arrangements, I fear, may not. Have not wished to pry, as you know I pride myself on allowing him, as you, freedom to make decisions fitting an adult who needs no one to tell him what is best. However, the question of balance is, always, one we must wrestle at all times.
Pleased you found the introduction to Glozeman useful. He is a particular friend of Glendower's (the elder); see if you can parlay the one to bring you near the other. While the son is an utter fool, the father has ... protections ... which may prove valuable in time. (And of course, anything they can be brought to say about Strangeweale or Caldwell - particularly as it relates to whatever Dolores' plans are - would be most appreciated.)
By the way. Heard from Ned that you have been by his desk more than once to see if Barty has given him extra tickets to Puddlemere that he can't use; don't know if I mentioned that Cuthbert continues to send tickets on a regular basis and Weasley has little interest. Feel free to contact him if you're of a mind to go and Ned is not forthcoming.
As for Antonin Nikolaevich, rest assured, when the opportunity arises, shall arrange introduction. His time in New London is currently extremely limited, but even if there is no prior engagement which affords the occasion, he'll naturally attend our Christmas party, so it will come about, sooner or later.
Trust otherwise you are keeping well and look forward to seeing you, particularly since last month's meeting was irretrievably jostled.
Yes, see no reason to cancel lunch on the 15th (my apologies, again, for last month). But in advance of our meeting, would be most grateful if you could look into the deed history and provenance on several addresses obtained from Miss Blishwick - she continues to be an excellent source of information, if nothing yet has led to concrete evidence against Maule. Am forwarding an owl with the pertinent locations.
Regarding Saturday's invitation from Fleet, unfortunately, have had additional conflict arise and must decline. Do your best to assure him it is as much business as pleasure. Could send Weasley if you think some representation necessary, however, trust you to provide much better account of my absence than his presence would bring about.
Speaking of Weasley, you may wish to counsel him on his current ... domestic arrangement. He has been somewhat distracted by it of late. Confess that I had my doubts, for all that I supported his removal from that hovel his parents call a home. New London agrees with him; his particular living arrangements, I fear, may not. Have not wished to pry, as you know I pride myself on allowing him, as you, freedom to make decisions fitting an adult who needs no one to tell him what is best. However, the question of balance is, always, one we must wrestle at all times.
Pleased you found the introduction to Glozeman useful. He is a particular friend of Glendower's (the elder); see if you can parlay the one to bring you near the other. While the son is an utter fool, the father has ... protections ... which may prove valuable in time. (And of course, anything they can be brought to say about Strangeweale or Caldwell - particularly as it relates to whatever Dolores' plans are - would be most appreciated.)
By the way. Heard from Ned that you have been by his desk more than once to see if Barty has given him extra tickets to Puddlemere that he can't use; don't know if I mentioned that Cuthbert continues to send tickets on a regular basis and Weasley has little interest. Feel free to contact him if you're of a mind to go and Ned is not forthcoming.
As for Antonin Nikolaevich, rest assured, when the opportunity arises, shall arrange introduction. His time in New London is currently extremely limited, but even if there is no prior engagement which affords the occasion, he'll naturally attend our Christmas party, so it will come about, sooner or later.
Trust otherwise you are keeping well and look forward to seeing you, particularly since last month's meeting was irretrievably jostled.
Private Message to Barty Crouch, Jr.
Sep. 11th, 2012 01:59 pmStopped with Ned to return the Fulton file; he said you had closed out the case. (Also that you're for Ipswich the rest of the day.)
Probably best for all concerned. Though it is still curious how Fulton managed to obtain the guest registers from Elysian and Ouroboros when he was a member of neither. Potential exposure there for others, as well. (Lunching with Glendower the elder on Thursday and will suggest he talk to Weber about strengthening the spells on Ouroboros' books. Will speak to Oswyn to-day, if I see him.)
As to the rest, well. You yourself said he'd been thorough. Though anyone who'd look at a photograph of Millingham-Kennilworthy and consider it of as much interest as one of, say, Yaxley's daughter, is clearly casting a net wider than the Channel.
At any rate, you're right to close it at this point. Nothing more to do except wait for Maule to tip his hand again.
Certain Bella was grateful to have you back on board (much higher priority, anyway). Claudius said she'd had a breakthrough (and Rodolphus had indicated something similar when we were in Pembroke) and requested additional wandpower. None too soon, particularly if you can silence him before his next screed.
Probably best for all concerned. Though it is still curious how Fulton managed to obtain the guest registers from Elysian and Ouroboros when he was a member of neither. Potential exposure there for others, as well. (Lunching with Glendower the elder on Thursday and will suggest he talk to Weber about strengthening the spells on Ouroboros' books. Will speak to Oswyn to-day, if I see him.)
As to the rest, well. You yourself said he'd been thorough. Though anyone who'd look at a photograph of Millingham-Kennilworthy and consider it of as much interest as one of, say, Yaxley's daughter, is clearly casting a net wider than the Channel.
At any rate, you're right to close it at this point. Nothing more to do except wait for Maule to tip his hand again.
Certain Bella was grateful to have you back on board (much higher priority, anyway). Claudius said she'd had a breakthrough (and Rodolphus had indicated something similar when we were in Pembroke) and requested additional wandpower. None too soon, particularly if you can silence him before his next screed.
Private Message to Barty Crouch, Jr
Jan. 31st, 2012 01:24 pmHeard from Mafalda you have had a change in fortunes. Was it some mishap in extraction or a deliberate calculation? Or ought you to take better care of your toys?
Nonetheless, this replacement may play to your advantage even if, as I understand, your circumstances are a bit harder to bear in the short-term. Particularly if it offers you greater excuse to travel? Have heard rumblings from Level 13 and ... elsewhere. Runcorn, Maule, Fulton - it would seem we have new domestic disturbances to provide us with intrigue.
If you can see your way to the Frost Faire on any evening, let me know. Or if other occasions afford you the opportunity to meet: You will wish to keep abreast of the developments. Have a meeting with Avery and Rookwood later; should know more after that. Have instructed Weasley to make time for you, Dominic, Gaude, Mulciber or Rowle should any of you contact him with a request. Understand, however, should your present guise require a less conspicuous form of contact.
Might amuse you to know that Ned's vigilance on your behalf has grown, if possible, more ferocious in the last week or two, in the face of all the activities within the Ministry. Do yourself a favour and warn him if you intend to pop into your own office; suspect the lad will take to sleeping on your camp bed any day now. Perhaps it's a more acceptable alternative to him than attempting to wrest attention from his fiancée. (She continues to emulate Bellatrix in her dedication to the craft - a fine Auror she'll be, too, if she can manage to refrain from treating her betters with a supercilious look. And Bella, of course, has been smiling like a cat with a particularly fat pigeon in its grasp. No one wants to ask what she's about - though it is not hard to guess.)
Go careful.
Nonetheless, this replacement may play to your advantage even if, as I understand, your circumstances are a bit harder to bear in the short-term. Particularly if it offers you greater excuse to travel? Have heard rumblings from Level 13 and ... elsewhere. Runcorn, Maule, Fulton - it would seem we have new domestic disturbances to provide us with intrigue.
If you can see your way to the Frost Faire on any evening, let me know. Or if other occasions afford you the opportunity to meet: You will wish to keep abreast of the developments. Have a meeting with Avery and Rookwood later; should know more after that. Have instructed Weasley to make time for you, Dominic, Gaude, Mulciber or Rowle should any of you contact him with a request. Understand, however, should your present guise require a less conspicuous form of contact.
Might amuse you to know that Ned's vigilance on your behalf has grown, if possible, more ferocious in the last week or two, in the face of all the activities within the Ministry. Do yourself a favour and warn him if you intend to pop into your own office; suspect the lad will take to sleeping on your camp bed any day now. Perhaps it's a more acceptable alternative to him than attempting to wrest attention from his fiancée. (She continues to emulate Bellatrix in her dedication to the craft - a fine Auror she'll be, too, if she can manage to refrain from treating her betters with a supercilious look. And Bella, of course, has been smiling like a cat with a particularly fat pigeon in its grasp. No one wants to ask what she's about - though it is not hard to guess.)
Go careful.
Private Message to Barty Crouch, Jr
Nov. 22nd, 2011 11:13 amIt took him three months. Three months since I stepped down from NRBC and he's created a vacancy - and wormed his way into it.
From the broom trade he gets to Quidditch and from Quidditch it's a short hop to labour and all manner of commerce.
Blast.
Feared this would happen when Our Lord insisted
To make matters worse, this business with youngPott Marvolo has Our Lord on a tear. Luckily His anger remains directed more toward Minerva than to me but with that conniving, wheedling dog drawing nearer and nearer His throne, shall require careful steps to ensure he cannot contrive a reason to keep me from Court.
There's already talk of some initiative to bring camp administration under one larger umbrella, centralise the lot. Have heard my name mentioned more than once and deflected unofficial nomination, claiming matters of importance to the state.
But. Fudge has been acting oddly lately. Will get to the bottom of that this week.
Still - hope your project is going better than mine at the moment. Trust you realise that much of the deterioration began when you undertook your current task; suggestions on how to maintain your connexions and strengthen the old guard welcome, particularly if, as suspected, you cannot intervene directly to maintain the alliances already formed over this matter.
From the broom trade he gets to Quidditch and from Quidditch it's a short hop to labour and all manner of commerce.
Blast.
To make matters worse, this business with young
There's already talk of some initiative to bring camp administration under one larger umbrella, centralise the lot. Have heard my name mentioned more than once and deflected unofficial nomination, claiming matters of importance to the state.
But. Fudge has been acting oddly lately. Will get to the bottom of that this week.
Still - hope your project is going better than mine at the moment. Trust you realise that much of the deterioration began when you undertook your current task; suggestions on how to maintain your connexions and strengthen the old guard welcome, particularly if, as suspected, you cannot intervene directly to maintain the alliances already formed over this matter.
