She heard the seriousness in his voice, but she only frowned faintly, scooting a little closer and didn't press him. She didn't let go of his hand either, looking up at him, unaware that she looked transparently adoring in a rather comforting sort of way. She'd have been embarrassed if she realized it. She smiled faintly. "Potter and his cronies for one. Most of the other houses dismiss you for varying reasons of jealousy, envy or fear. Some of which I think you might have deliberately cultivated. Especially lately."