The statement sounds so strange, but ... well, this is Laura. This is what she's like, and he's okay with that.

He does feel his face heat a little but at least he can get words out, which is a lot more than he'd usually accomplish if a similar situation were presented to him back home with another girl.

"You don't really need a reason," Peter says kindly. "You're welcome any time. Seriously, just - just come over when you feel like it."

He's sure his roommate won't mind.