Dear Miss Bates

[Lucius Malfoy]

I hope you are well.
As you may know, we have a new maiden applicant of late. I would love it if you could introduce yourself to her, if you see her around, and make her feel welcome while she is here to complete her tasks.
One of her tasks involves hosting a cocktail party in the lounge, of which I was hoping you would aid her with but not so much to not be sure that you've done most of the work for it, as this is her test, of course!

I also hear reports of sarcastic remarks towards my son. Normally I would commend you on this as my son is renowned for his caustic tone and this is something I believe he should learn more subtlety on at the very least. However in this case, sarcasm from a maiden is not particularly desirable unless it is aimed at undesirable people, such as the Weasleys, or perhaps even those who do not wash properly, as an example. That is just a by the by; please do not take it to heart. I am content with your performance so far in general.

Kindest regards,
Lucius.

[Elvira Crouch]

*Lets out a 'eep' as she read the note and sighed softly as she scribbled her reply*

I am most well, thank you. I hope your keeping in tip top condition?
Yes, Draco mentioned that we had a new applicant, and of course I'll introduce myself to her, I'm intrigued to see what she's like.
A cocktail party? Sounds fun, I will, within reason, help her in whatever she needs.

Normally I wouldn't have made such sarcastic comments to your son as I have the up-most respect for your family, but I generally felt that the way he was acting in front of one of Araminta's guests was not how a young man of such upbringing should be acting. I will of course bite my tongue if there are any future confrontations, to avoid anything unnecessary being said on both our behalf.

If there's anything I can do to raise my performance above content then just let me know.


~ Elvira

[Lucius Malfoy]

Yes I am faring well, thank you for asking.
Pray do tell me, how was Draco acting? Showing off no doubt?
We must have a big get together soon! Things seem a little gloomy around the manor of late, unless my imagination is playing tricks on me!
Lucius

[Elvira Crouch]

Yes, it was a little bit too much showing off. I feel that no young man should show off infront of ladies, no matter if one of the ladies is an employee or not. None the less, I will watch my attitude, just incase.
A big get together sounds like just the thing in order, I think the gloomy weather is making us all feel a little down.
Elvira xx