Oh, we still have time. [He leans back, self-assured and smug as usual]

[He shrugs] Phil hates it when I say this, but he's basically turned into the Hufflepuff Den Mother. He knows just what everyone needs and is able to get it for you. There was a sick second year a few days ago and the guy actually escorted him to the nurse...AFTER making him a cup of hot cocoa mind you.

[He frowns, but he has a feeling he's not gonna get Pepper to change her mind on this.] Fine. Then they better get here soon. [He can always try to sneak a peek if Pepper gets up for some reason]