"That's a fair point," Parvati said thoughtfully. "Especially since my talent is limited to bangs, and Hermione, well, she really excelled in the academic arena." Their former roommate wasn't exactly the most comfortable subject of conversation due to Lavender's experience with Ron the year before, but Parvati felt it important to still acknowledge her when appropriate, especially since none of them knew exactly where she was or how she was doing. "Well, I'm sure you'd be the best even if one of us were heaps better. You're that good. See!" she said, once Lavender had gotten halfway through. "The ladies will quite like that, I think," she said nodding confidently.
At the mention of Hogsmeade, Parvati grinned at her roommate, eager to share some news she hadn't had the chance to yet. "I actually have plans for Hogsmeade this time around," she said brightly. "Seamus asked me the other night."