Mildly, “Saves on costs.” Not that it was a big deal for her, but that was the usual reason people had roommates.
“I know. Economy sucks and what not.” He simply shrugged, looking at the girl for a moment before he bit back a smile. “You must be Summer, ya’? ‘M Merlin.”
“Yes, hi.” She offered a hand. “You think it’s bad here? It’s even worse back home. When the office offered me the chance to move I jumped at it.”