Trying to smooth over the awkwardness, Ethan shifted his attention past Lily Silverwood to the people gathered behind her. "Are these all Ninth Division folks?"
"Yes. Everyone from the division is here. Well, except those on the Survivor side," Lily replied without hesitation.
The simple question sent a quiet ripple through the group. A few of them exchanged looks, others stiffened slightly. They clearly had not expected him to identify their affiliation so easily.
