Zaria smiled a genuine smile, taking a piece of liquorice for herself and giving a small piece to the Phoenix as well. "No need at all to apologize. Plus, my door is always open to visitors." She watched as the girl inched closer. "Certainly it's ok with me if you'd like to pat her, but you'd best ask Arienh yourself. If she agrees she'll hop closer and drop her head." She sat back slightly and watched with interest to see what would happen.