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[visiblemystery]

*oh, this ought to be awkward*

Victoria, darling? If you've a moment, I'd like to speak with you.

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[ladywotton]

*flawless smile* Yes, Harry?

[visiblemystery]

I thought I ought to tell you, I don't expect to be at home for Christmas. *he's entirely pleasant and composed, the way he always is, but especially when he lies* I've been asked to my aunt's, you see, and of course you know my dear aunt never lets me hear the end of things if I refuse.

[ladywotton]

*the smile doesn't falter; these conversations are reassuring* Oh, of course, darling. You'll give my love to Lady Agatha, won't you?

[visiblemystery]

Of course. She perfectly adores you, and will never speak of anything else until she knows precisely how you've been.

*and, he should probably mention the other reason for this conversation, shouldn't he?* . . . Victoria, dear?