Oh, but talking to people and socialising at parties is not something Gilbert Norrell enjoys! Surely other people could do that? Surely Vrinak could go often, or something else? A representative? Still, The Voice Of All Witches. Yes, he likes that idea very much. It pleases him enough that the it's your job comment is ignored entirely.

(He would prefer his job mostly to be writing letters, helping pass laws, passing judgement. He could tolerate other things, however.)

Still, Norrell offers her a small smile and dips his head slightly.

"And I you, Miss Redbright, very much so. I hope the new year is good to you."