It was incredibly convenient that the Opera was today, Narcissa reflected, as it saved her the trouble of having to get Druella and Cygnus out of the way. Parents could honestly be quite a hindrance. As an elf nervously announced Bella's and Lucius' arrival, she simply nodded. "Well, have tea ready- Darjeeling, I think. Brandy if Lucius wants it." Narcissa set down the copy of the Prophet she had been as she heard footsteps coming towards the drawing room. Enlightening stuff, that paper. If past ridiculous at times.

Rising as Bellatrix entered, Narcissa kissed her sister on the cheek. "Lovely to see you, Bella. And you, Lucius," she added with a smile. "Please make yourselves comfortable. Can I offer anything to drink?"