Barty Crouch Jr.

Mother.

I've signed off on all of the parchmentwork for your fundraiser. You needn't worry any further about it. That's why I agreed to serve on your committee--so you wouldn't worry about legalities and fine print. If you persist, I will regret having gone to the trouble.

As to your other questions:

Yes. It is true that Maebh was here for the Ball.
Yes. It was an entertaining evening.
Yes. There was some 'high-spirited' and 'unrestrained' behaviour on some parts. And, yes, you likely do know some of those involved.
Yes. Maebh was beautiful. Very.
Yes. She went costumed as Grace O'Malley. The Prophet was correct. And, yes, she looked suitably formidable.
No. We did not give any of the other publications permission to photograph us.
No. I wouldn't call the event 'glorious', but I'm sure others have done. Why didn't you come, if you were so keen?
No. We did not, in fact, have time to visit you. I'm sorry you were disappointed. Perhaps next time Maebh's in town.

I am pleased you like her, Mother.

I have several questions for you, and I do wish you'd answer here. It's much more direct than waiting on owls to carry and return messages.

Have you sorted out the new girl or will she need to be replaced?
Have you reconsidered having at least one servant live in?
Shall I file your requests with the placement service?
Have you considered that it would be well to set an example in this regard?
What is the source of your reluctance?

It's unlike you to ignore your duty as a social leader. You have the rooms available to house full-time staff. We can see to any security concerns you might have.

Really, Mother, a properly trained Muggleborn girl can help with things an elf cannot. I'm only thinking that if you were ill at night, an elf would be inadequate. (And, of course, father is worse than useless for that sort of thing.)

I'm very busy this week, Mother, so you shouldn't count on seeing me. If you wish me to address your staffing needs, however, I'll be pleased to file the necessary requests. Do let me know.