"Oh of course. I would never ask you to reveal any vital information." It was much easier when there was no information, because there was one thing that you could count in the Ministry, that no secret stayed a secret for very long.
"While I don't question Mrs. Lestrange's ability to make laws, I find it hard that she can prove that she's the Black heir. She can be many things, but male is not one of those things. Like it or not, the title as well as the name only live on with the males of the family." Men like Macnair should not be allowed to speak in polite company. "I'm sure you and your wife will understand the value of a son when you have your own family."
Lex bit down a rude reply, or at least more forward than any subtle references, when he mentioned Belvina. "I can't say that I've had the opportunity to speak with Regulus Black, so I'll have to take your word for it."