Fear not, Miss Perks will be on the receiving end of a dissertation as soon as I've a moment spare.

Barty and I, and his ducklings, are out on the grounds, just finishing up the preparation for the tracking spell now. I'll come join you when I'm done; in the meantime, you can likely look down and spot us.

Meanwhile: you looked lovely tonight, my dear. It truly is a pity it was not for a more pleasant occasion.