After taking a stroll outside the castle, the two returned to the Safe House in Hogsmeade. This awful weather was hardly suitable for a date or a walk. Staying indoors to drink tea and chat was far more pleasant.
Isobel always liked talking about the progress of her Potions research. Sometimes, she would mention things about her family, share news gathered from chatting with friends through the Two-Way Mirror, or occasionally help Albert organize intelligence collected from the grey areas.
They had Dobby to thank for that. While seeking work, the House-elf had met quite a few wizards living in the grey areas. As long as they were willing to spend a small number of Galleons to maintain the connections, many wizards did not mind gathering intelligence on the side for a little extra money.
After all, what wizard living in the grey areas was not short of money?
"Master, there is a message here that may interest you."
Bit the House-elf entered the sitting room with a parchment sheet and respectfully handed it to Albert.
"Thank you, Bit. Tonight, I'd like to eat the spanish seafood paella you make," Albert said as he accepted the parchment.
"It would be my honour!" The House-elf happily left.
"What is it?" Isobel asked, looking up.
"Hagrid is back. He's seriously injured, and he bought a huge pile of fresh Dragon meat from the black market." Albert tossed the note into the fireplace and watched it burn to ash.
"Remember to come back early." Isobel gave Albert a hug, then kissed his cheek and asked, "Should I have Dobby bring you some more oysters?"
"Grilled oysters with garlic."
Though Albert instinctively disliked raw food, oysters from the cold northern waters really were delicious.
With the House-elf's help, Albert easily appeared on the outskirts