[That's still an enormous shift in power from what she had, but she feels something in her stomach sink in disappointment nevertheless. It doesn't matter, not really, but--

It would have been nice, to hear Robert's voice again.

At least what he says next is interesting. Without a moment of hesitation she reaches over, prodding him with one finger.]

You seem solid enough. Though I suppose it would be fairly useless if you couldn't be that.

[There's more questions she wants to ask. A thousand more, honestly. But she's so exhausted right now, and the prospect seems tiring. She sighs softly, turning back to face front.]

I'd like to spar you, once I turn.