[Kotone startles a little at someone actually answering her, and even her Tepig rolls a few times before jumping to its feet with sudden alertness.]

You- ... Food.

[She'd been trying not to think about it, but now that she is, her stomach growls loudly and she gives a bashful grin.]

No, uh, you're right. I did eat before leaving New Bark, but... I just got here, so I'm not sure how careful I should be rationing.