“Hopefully not too desperate, for that could grow quite wild,” she answered with a smile and glint in her eye that suggested that was precisely what she hoped for.

“Oh Dolly, this is going to be such fun! How long does it take one to plan a party without magic? I’ve never tried,” Inès offered almost dismissively by way of explanation. There were refreshments to be ordered, invitations to be sent, a date to be set…so much to consider! It was almost as good as a matchmaking project. Almost.