[ in Ruby's mind, there is no doubt that this is a problem. perhaps Dokja is a mild person and he isn't quick to anger, but even then, there will be annoyance: he's only just let this girl into his home, and already she's a nuisance? no matter his temper, it's a strike against her. and she knows how quickly those build up.

so when Dokja opens the door, Rudbeckia steps forward and throws her arms around his middle to cling to him with a teary wail: ] Dokjaaa!

[ it doesn't work in every situation, but this is such a minor irritation. crying should be able to defuse it, right? ]

I'm sorry I made you come just to open a door for me, I know it sounds ridiculous, but I really really couldn't!