Lucius lifted his brows, obviously even more amused at her statement. He was under no illusions as to her feelings for him, and he was sure she felt the same regarding him. He tolerated her for Draco; he appreciated her for his grandchildren. Otherwise there was little warmth between them. Still, he was in good spirits, and he let her see a smile. "What brings you to the Ministry? Do not tell me that Lyra has become an Animagus and you've registered her today," he said, just this side of openly teasing.