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It was a few weeks ago, at a festival in Everdale. I didn't say anything. One of them is no danger to one of us, but when there are crowds, it simply isn't safe, and I doubt they would have reacted rationally to their entertainment being interrupted.
I suppose so. But some of them are useful, in their own way.
Oh, I think that Arcturus did mention you to me! You must be the gentleman who is fond of chocolate. He spoke rather highly of you. You must let me know if there is anything I might help you with. Have you brought your house-elves along with you?
His argument is that he doesn't want to be a burden and inconvenience me, which is considerate of him, if entirely unnecessary.