"The rest of the Garden also has a clear, standing policy on pets not being allowed." She wasn't going to resort to arm crossing just yet. Partially because she was waiting for an explanation, and partially because her hands were full. Instead, Mitsuru gave the dog another long, cautious look, trying to size it-

Size her up. She was larger then most of the dogs Mitsuru had encountered before, and it was a bit surprising to discover the dog was female on top of all that. (Although, a part of her mind pointed out that at least the rules on gender divisions in the dorms weren't being broken.)

"Which is still begs the same question, Miss Heartily."

...Yep. Not going to drop that last name basis anytime soon.