When Lambert comes back, it's not immediately obvious if Peridot is actually asleep or just resting. She's huddled up in the corner with her knees drawn up, her head on her knees, and her tail wrapped around herself. Her ears prick up when he enters, and she looks up at him blearily.

"Hmm," she grunts, blinking a few times in quick succession. "Any news?"

She doesn't expect much, but. It feels wrong not to at least ask.