[Haha, that really makes him sound like a dog, doesn't it? It's like he has to paw at the front door and give puppy eyes in order to get out. Which... isn't far from the truth.]

I usually just have to ask her and she allows it. Honestly, I don't think I would ever betray her trust by running away, though other people think I might be taking advantage of her.

[Which isn't a lie, but he's not trying to stage a getaway.]