"I never said I stay in here all the time. I still go outside, it's just not the same." He wasn't sure if she'd get mad at him for breaking the rules but said it anyway.
"And, if you do try to bring people here you might not want to ask Ginny or Lavender. I think they're both rather pissed at me and are likely to have some choice words for you." He knew deep down he was ashamed of treating people the way he had but he didn't sound it. "Though I doubt you'll get many willing to come anyway." he added quietly, not caring if she heard or not.