Private message to Miss Greengrass

[alt_antonin]

Miss Greengrass,

Barty asked me to write you and thank you for the care package -- the biscuits and tarts were quite appreciated. And the flowers are lovely as well, and the charm work upon them is first-rate; did you do it yourself? The book, as well, is most soothing. You've a lovely voice for reading; Barty has been listening most afternoons.

(Please forgive me writing to you in his place; he's recovering, but holding a quill is still difficult.)

We both hope you have a pleasant holiday.

Comments

[alt_daphne]

Thank you for writing, sir. The charm work is my mother's, to be truthful. With experience I've found that I tend to have a heavy hand with such things.

No need for forgiveness, as I wasn't expecting a return message at all, given the circumstances.

I hope your holiday is restful and pleasant, as well.

[alt_daphne]

Oh, and I'd be happy to come and read in person, if it wouldn't be an imposition.

[alt_antonin]

Far from it -- that's quite kind of you to offer. We have few obligations over the holidays, and of course Barty is still recovering, so whenever you have the time would be lovely. The Floo address is 'Cottesmore - New London' or 'Cottesmore Steading' (either will work, but simply 'Cottesmore' will wind you up halfway across the country) and if you arrive when I am not home, I'll leave word with the elf that you are to be welcomed.