"If you have something to say, say it," Hermione returns, both hypothetically and directly, in the event that Avery really would just rather she shut up. It would be rude, but Hermione can handle a bit of rudeness if it's not meant maliciously. That's a thing, apparently. At least, according to one of her best friends, it is.

"And if you don't, don't. Conversations are only difficult when they're forced, and I have no interest in forcing anyone into anything, especially if it won't help them in any way."