[he seems guilty to let her go, though!! he hesitates and hems and haws for a few seconds more, shifting his bowl around a little on the table before decisively picking it up and moving to stand.]

I'll at least clean up my own dishes, then. Really, a guest shouldn't have to do any work at all. I haven't been a very good host and it hasn't even been a full day yet. [FAILURE AT THE HOST GAME.

he'll also pick up his plate and put his other two bowls on top of that before turning to head into the kitchen.]