Oh, a little more than that. The important part, of course, is that he'll be able to see her down the aisle. But he'll be there to deliver the toast as well and I'm sure he'll be able to dance with the bride at least once before he returns. But you're quite right. He'll be gone scarcely 22 hours, all told.
Draco is as disappointed as I that we're not able to accompany him. I believe my son has grown quite close to his aunt, for all that our visit last year was their first meeting. But he has more than enough to occupy his time, including his newfound interest in guitar. And his art and language lessons continue, of course. Although, I'm sure if you ever find yourself in need of a fourth in your Quidditch box, at summers at least, Draco would be more than happy to fill the seat for you.
As for your late-night forays, I'm surprised you ever found the place empty of Muggles, be they vagrants or trysting lovers. That's one of the blessings of our Protectorate: The streets and parks are cleaner in more ways than one. But then, I'm sure you had your own way of addressing any filth that might have been littering the place when you arrived. (We are lucky that there is a perfectly adequate - and private - spot near the Manor grounds. Though for my part I prefer the gardens' shade.) I may as well confess that Andromeda went through a period when she cared to drag me along with her to the clubs round Berwick Street - you know them, I'm sure: The Copper Knut, the Zodiac and of course, Redcap and Gnome. (And now it's Bella's turn to wag her wand at me!)
But I see I shall have to be more persuasive to your mother when it comes to the benefits of a qualified aesthetist. I cannot credit Ardenia and my monthly spa day enough for ensuring that I'm a fit sight. Anyone who ever said beauty is effortless has never tried very hard! Though in your mother's case, I hope she doesn't neglect her Healers entirely. She'll need her strength, particularly if Aleta Featherstone has, as I suspect, convinced her to resume a committee appointment. (I did see them with their heads together for more than a few minutes this afternoon.)
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Re: Narcissa.
Date: 2010-07-08 10:24 pm (UTC)Draco is as disappointed as I that we're not able to accompany him. I believe my son has grown quite close to his aunt, for all that our visit last year was their first meeting. But he has more than enough to occupy his time, including his newfound interest in guitar. And his art and language lessons continue, of course. Although, I'm sure if you ever find yourself in need of a fourth in your Quidditch box, at summers at least, Draco would be more than happy to fill the seat for you.
As for your late-night forays, I'm surprised you ever found the place empty of Muggles, be they vagrants or trysting lovers. That's one of the blessings of our Protectorate: The streets and parks are cleaner in more ways than one. But then, I'm sure you had your own way of addressing any filth that might have been littering the place when you arrived. (We are lucky that there is a perfectly adequate - and private - spot near the Manor grounds. Though for my part I prefer the gardens' shade.) I may as well confess that Andromeda went through a period when she cared to drag me along with her to the clubs round Berwick Street - you know them, I'm sure: The Copper Knut, the Zodiac and of course, Redcap and Gnome. (And now it's Bella's turn to wag her wand at me!)
But I see I shall have to be more persuasive to your mother when it comes to the benefits of a qualified aesthetist. I cannot credit Ardenia and my monthly spa day enough for ensuring that I'm a fit sight. Anyone who ever said beauty is effortless has never tried very hard! Though in your mother's case, I hope she doesn't neglect her Healers entirely. She'll need her strength, particularly if Aleta Featherstone has, as I suspect, convinced her to resume a committee appointment. (I did see them with their heads together for more than a few minutes this afternoon.)