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Slytherin Fox 
Samantha smiled and said happily, "So glad you were able to make it, Jake!" She nodded towards Annamaria and Lucy, they were both engaged in what seemed to be a deep conversation, but she was very glad to see they were here doing the Department of Education proud. "This is going to be a wonderful experience for all of us, I have a feeling something momentous is going to take place that will change all our lives." She laughed softly for a moment. "Actually, in your case, I have a feeling that two life changing events may be taking place," referring to Jake and his niece Rachel and her efforts to reunite the two of them. She winked, knowing he knew what she meant.
He grinned back, nodding his head eagerly.
"Yeah, it's great and the deco is absolutely spectacular!" he said happily, pointing to his favorite bits.
"Um, I hope you don't mind me asking, but what change exactly do you mean? Not for me, for you," he added quickly, thinking of Rachel.
She's going to come so soon! I can't believe this is actually happening! He chuckled to himself softly, feeling like a six year old days before his birthday.
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lemondrop13 After greeting and chatting with numerous Ministry employees and guests, Reagan made her way to the podium on the stage. Pointing her wand to her throat and casting 'Sonorus,' Reagan elevated the volume of her voice and announced with a smile, "Good evening! My name is Reagan F. Taylor, Senior Undersecretary to the Minister, and your Mistress of Ceremonies for this evening. I'd like to welcome you all to this year's International Wizarding Conference. We're very pleased and proud to be hosting such an amazing event and we hope that we can all work together to make great strides on behalf of the global wizarding community. But before we get to business, there is always a bit of time for enjoyment! The festivities are going to begin momentarily, so if you could each find a seat, maybe grab a plate of food to bring with you to your chair, and enjoy yourselves, we'll be beginning shortly. Visiting Ministers of Magic, please join me on stage. Thank you."
Removing the wand from her throat, Reagan stepped away from the podium and took her seat behind the Minister's chair. Speaking of the Minister, where on earth was Brennan!?! Her eyes tore through the crowd searching for him, but he was not to be seen. Oh good riddens!
He grabbed a plate and piled everything in sight onto it. He grinned at his overflowing plate, and reached for a fork and knife. He cast a spell quickly to prevent spilling, and tucked into the food.
"Would you like to grab a seat? Looks like the entertainment is about to begin!" he said happily as he looked around for an empty spot.