"I was thinking about buying it for my flat," he said. "But I don't know if it would be as effective there. The tea in my house doesn't brew itself and the atmosphere isn't nearly as charming."
Passing her a cup and saucer, he beckoned the tea pot over and it poured a steaming trickle into the waiting mug.
"You didn't interrupt anything. I invited you here, didn't I?" he said with a grin. "What's new? It's been a while. Must be quiet with Harry back at school and all. I'm sorry I didn't get to see him off this year. Hopefully I'll see him on Christmas holiday."