Private Message to Antonin Dolohov

[alt_lana]

Thank you again, Antonin Nikolaevich, for the conversation we shared over coffee last Saturday.

Before any more time passes, I want to agree a date when Ned and I could have you join us for supper. For our part, it could be this Friday or Saturday evening if either suits. Or the following Sunday for luncheon?

I don't know when you next plan to be in New London or what other engagements you might have.

Yours in anticipation,
Lana Sandoval-Pennifold

Comments

[alt_antonin]

My Friday nights are usually spoken for with a longstanding engagement, but supper this Saturday would be delightful. I've been spending more time in New London this term, and your company is certainly among the more pleasant pastimes I find there.

And really, my dear, how many times do I need to tell you that 'Antosha' will do just fine? I refuse to stand on formality with someone after getting into such an enjoyable shouting match about Fernández López's definitions of blood magic. You have very nearly persuaded me to your point of view, which I assure you is no small accomplishment!

Let me know when I should arrive; I will bring the wine, and that copy of Wierus I promised you.

Yours,
A.

[alt_lana]

Antosha,

Ned and I are so pleased! Let's say half-seven, then, on Saturday. Are there any dietary instructions I ought to give the elf?

I'm simply thirsting for the Wierus! You are so kind to lend it.

Yours,
LS-P

[alt_antonin]

My dear, I will happily eat whatever you serve; I am not fussy. Half-seven would be lovely.

I do look forward to hearing your commentaries on Wierus. I use the expurgated edition in my NEWT classes, but of course the children aren't yet ready for the more esoteric pieces of the unexpurgated version, and a Hogwarts dorm trunk does not provide the proper storage environment for such a powerful text! I hadn't thought to ask -- do you have a properly-prepared cabinet? If not, I shall leave the transport-box as well as the book.

In service,
A.