[Raising a hand in farewell, Maria pauses briefly as Kairi stops to introduce herself.]

Oh, sorry, I completely forgot to ask your name, didn't I? [Still, a grateful smile lingers on her face as she lowers the hand she was waving to instead extend it in offering.]

If you do have time later, feel free to come back. Even if I'm not here, I'm sure they could still use someone like you to keep them cheery.