A house elf answered the knock and led Blaise up to Daphne's personal sitting room. She was waiting with wine and light music, clad in a red nightdress and a black dressing gown. Heath's gold chain hung from her neck and as her friend entered, Daphne rose gracefully from the settee and went to her friend, hugging him to her tightly.

"It's so good to see you, Darling. I've been an absolute hermit of late it seems."

The elf bowed out, closing the door. After several moments, Daphne withdrew from her hug and led Blaise to the settee. She handed the man a glass of wine before she crossed her legs and waited for him to speak. He looked like he needed the drink.