I know they don't have to be ignored.  My point was that whenever I mentioned something going on that didn't involve a PC, there didn't seem to be an in or out of character reaction to it.  Basically, I'm worried that it will be harder to integrate NPCs with plot hooks into the story without being as blatant about it.<br/><br/>Still, if all 3 of you are okay with being in the same House, it can be done.  You are all good players, and I would rather make it easier for you three to play and enjoy yourselves then go through the ridiculously frustrating act of finding more players.<br/><br/>