[She watches him turn to leave and goes back to her work, content to be left alone. Well, almost. There's one more thing on her mind.]
I wasn't trained in diplomacy like Ribbons. Do you think I'm doing okay without him? [Even when he was here, he let her handle most of the organization of this plan, only offering some advice when she asked and encouragement as it progressed. She still needs that acknowledgement from someone, especially when she's feeling vulnerable.]