Given the grave circumstances, the intrusion is forgivable. The news of the masquerade's unfortunate conclusion has indeed reached my ears. As you have astutely noted, the Ministry has crossed an impermissible boundary. It is a breach that must be condemned swiftly, severely, and certainly. I am entrusting you with the responsibility of delivering this punishment. However, I would caution you to carefully consider the important distinction between swiftness and haste. It would bring me great displeasure if imprudent zeal resulted in a failed mission and the apprehension of additional assets to our cause. As such, I expect you to lead this operation only after employing ample forethought, planning and preparation. For this endeavour, I will grant you permission to command the forces of the Dark Army. Do not squander the resources I afford you, Bella. The consequences of defeat are of equal magnitude to the rewards of victory.
As for your husband's sacrifice, it is a regrettable, but noble act. See to it that his stay is curtailed, so that he, and his loyal comrades, might rejoin the ranks and return to my faithful service as soon as possible.