Stephen had been spending so much time in this house that it was almost starting to feel like home. It certainly had the same lack of warmth. He was glad that at least tonight there were people other than the Minister, her family, a Muggle and two whiny Gryffindors, who refused to do what they were told. He was even happier when he saw a friendlier face.
"They are dull, but I don't suggest getting plastered," he answered with a grin. "Everything you know is here. They won't even need to report it in the society page of the Prophet, because everyone will know first hand."