Chapter 49: Position Matters
Narcissa paused at the question. She didn't believe for a second that Regulus genuinely cared about Abraxas's health — she didn't even think Regulus hoped Abraxas was well.
Any other young wizard might have asked out of real concern or simple social courtesy. But Regulus?
She had come to understand, viscerally, that Regulus was nothing like an ordinary child. The intricacy and complexity of his thinking surpassed many a veteran player's.
And the angles from which he viewed problems were unconventional — even razor-sharp.
Abraxas Malfoy. Lucius's father. The man currently at the helm of the Malfoy family. A fox cunning to the marrow.
His state of health directly determined the Malfoys' future trajectory.
"A few minor complaints, but he's in good spirits." Narcissa answered cautiously.
Her heart leaned toward the Blacks, and she cared for Regulus. But the Malfoys — those would be her in-laws.
Regulus smiled. "Then I should prepare a proper gift for our meeting."