"That would be agreeable," Minty said with a smile, her own chaperone being nearby at a respectable distance whilst also allowing for some privacy. He left her for a moment and Minty continued to enjoy the outdoor attractions that Mrs Lestrange had provided. "Champagne is perfectly acceptable," she assured as she accepted the glass from him. Her fingers brushed against his and it brought a small flush to her cheeks.

She followed as he beckoned, observing the statues alongside him as she sipped her drink. Minty eyed the statues. "Perhaps this one. There's a sly look to him, like he had just figured out how to best his opponent," Minty decided after a moment.