"I'm very glad to be here," she said, realising she was being sincere. These attacks were limiting her freedom somewhat and making life rather dull. "You have a lovely home, Mrs. Nott. It's a credit to you and your family."
When Theodore and Stephen were mentioned, she cast a more critical eye over the two men. Well, they were a pleasing surprise.
"Delighted to make your acquaintance," Having something to look at always made a dinner party far less tedious although she wasn't wholly worried about the conversation. All proper Purebloods knew how to act in such familiar situations and she doubted the Notts had had some sort of social lobotomy. "I hope you're all well."