Coincidentally I am writing a fic (however in another fandom) with an inserted narrator voice, speaking of love, so I was so delighted when I saw the beginning of this. I really liked how it framed this lovely tale of love and of daily life and occasional sacrifices.
I like a capable Narcissa who dare to act, and that is what you gave me. I am so pleased! *cuddles up with fic*. Good charactersation of all involved, and YAY! for being mean to Abraxas. I like that. :D
There were so many lovely and moving lines in this, and written in a beautiful language. I liked this one best, I think: ""My lady would like a drink," he said, his eyes never leaving her face. A house-elf carrying a tray of champagne appeared instantly and he selected a drink without ever looking away from her. As he passed the drink to her, their fingers brushed and her breath caught at the sudden surge of heat that flowed outward from the point of contact."
Such a poignant moment, and so well described.
Thanks for my lovely gift, I am really, really happy about it.