"Bring me one as well," Narcissa added, nudging Dobby with her foot to make him move faster. She had been particularly annoyed with him since her ball in April when he humiliated her by dropping a whole tray of champagne flutes. But all the same, she continually ignored Bella's hints about hiring other servants. House elves were so much more convenient, and Narcissa didn't like having people underfoot all the time.
"So," Narcissa began once Dobby had brought the waters and left, "Tell me about professional quidditch. Do you enjoy your job very much? I must admit that I've not watched it in a while, but it was quite enjoyable at school." Not very subtle, perhaps, but a good conversation starter nonetheless.