Private Message to Aunt Narcissa
Oct. 29th, 2014 06:48 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
alt_pansyDear Aunt Narcissa,
I cannot imagine how difficult these last few months have been for you. I wanted to let you know that I've held you close in my thoughts these last few days. I know you're the very definition of grace under pressure, and I have always respected and admired you for it, but I am very sorry that you have had so much placed on your doorstep.
I realise it's rather silly of me to ask after Lucius and how he's been, and I understand completely if you'd rather not talk about it, but I miss seeing him write in these journals so very much, and feel his absence most keenly. Would it be possible for me to send him a letter?
I know it's several weeks away, but I'd very much like to see you over Christmas hols. I can see how you might want some privacy, but if you'd be up for it, I would truly enjoy spending some time with you, even if it's just for an afternoon tea. Oh, and I've sent along your birthday gift, I very much hope it arrives in time, and that it is to your tastes.
By the way, I'll have you know, Diana Derrick has absolutely no idea of how to plan a Gala. It's an utter mess. Every week, I get a new letter that sounds more and more frantic, and it often directly contradicts the last three she's sent. I'm in charge of the music and fireworks, which means that part at least will go smoothly, but everyone knows it would be a different story were you in charge, as you should've been. If they want the St Mungo's Gala to be what it truly ought to be (and Auxiliary, which is floundering in the absence of true leadership as well), they'll come to their senses next year.
I am waiting and hoping most fervently for the day when certain people come to their senses about other matters as well.
Please let me know if there's anything I can do. I am deeply sorry for all that's happened. You have my love and support, as always.
Affectionately yours,
Pansy
I cannot imagine how difficult these last few months have been for you. I wanted to let you know that I've held you close in my thoughts these last few days. I know you're the very definition of grace under pressure, and I have always respected and admired you for it, but I am very sorry that you have had so much placed on your doorstep.
I realise it's rather silly of me to ask after Lucius and how he's been, and I understand completely if you'd rather not talk about it, but I miss seeing him write in these journals so very much, and feel his absence most keenly. Would it be possible for me to send him a letter?
I know it's several weeks away, but I'd very much like to see you over Christmas hols. I can see how you might want some privacy, but if you'd be up for it, I would truly enjoy spending some time with you, even if it's just for an afternoon tea. Oh, and I've sent along your birthday gift, I very much hope it arrives in time, and that it is to your tastes.
By the way, I'll have you know, Diana Derrick has absolutely no idea of how to plan a Gala. It's an utter mess. Every week, I get a new letter that sounds more and more frantic, and it often directly contradicts the last three she's sent. I'm in charge of the music and fireworks, which means that part at least will go smoothly, but everyone knows it would be a different story were you in charge, as you should've been. If they want the St Mungo's Gala to be what it truly ought to be (and Auxiliary, which is floundering in the absence of true leadership as well), they'll come to their senses next year.
I am waiting and hoping most fervently for the day when certain people come to their senses about other matters as well.
Please let me know if there's anything I can do. I am deeply sorry for all that's happened. You have my love and support, as always.
Affectionately yours,
Pansy
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Date: 2014-10-30 10:02 pm (UTC)Thank you for your kind note. It's quite surprising that you would think to write, now when you've all so much to prepare for, yourselves.
It's my fervent belief that we all are feeling my husband's absence; the appearance of these latest articles are proof enough of that, let alone other indications of all the ways he served Our Lord. I pray that He realises before too much longer that He is even stronger with Lucius by His side. In any case, yes, of course, you miss him. I must tell you in all honesty that from the reports I have received, it's doubtful your letter would reach him. Even if it did, I don't believe he is in a fit state to read it. But if you wish, it would certainly do no harm and might cheer him.
As for visiting at the holidays, I hope you understand that it is impossible for me to say, at this time, whether I shall be 'up for it,' as you say. I do appreciate the sentiment, of course. Perhaps we may revisit the question when the season draws nearer.
My best to your mother and her family.
Regards,
Narcissa C. B. Malfoy
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Date: 2014-10-30 10:48 pm (UTC)I think about all of you, every day.
I've seen first-hand how very much Lucius was responsible for, and how truly devoted he has always been to serving the Protectorate and Our Lord. It has been his life's work.
And as a small business owner, I can tell that the day-to-day administration of the Protectorate is less efficient and effective as of late, and have no doubt things would be vastly improved with Lucius's capable presence. These days, it seems to take weeks to have patents and standard paperwork approved and filed, and the raw materials we depend on for our products are frequently tied up in customs for far longer than is reasonable. We've lost revenue due to these delays, and I know that other businesses across the Protectorate are in a similar position. It's interesting, isn't it, to think about how very vital it is to have someone capable of working on those daily tasks to keep things running smoothly? Our Lord surely cannot be bothered with such administrative work, it would demean Him, but Lucius is just so very well suited for it.
We do have quite a lot to prepare for here. We are thrilled at the prospect of having Our Lord grace us with His presence tomorrow. Hydra and Harry have been asked to put on an exhibition for Him, as have two of my other friends. I know they will do their absolute best, and it really is such an honour.