If enough time was spent with her, she may gift the Dragonborn with a radiant item upon reuniting with her. If Breezehome in Whiterun is owned, she will return there instead. If the Dragonborn and Lydia part ways, she returns to Dragonsreach. This can happen if the Dragonborn damages her at low health. Just like other followers, Lydia can die if she does not get the opportunity to heal herself when knocked down.
