"Yes, that's a good idea," Cassie nodded, but she then hesitated. This might be a good opportunity to split up without causing any suspicion on his part. "I know that at least a couple of my friends are here. I... met up with them before. We split up to search, but they'll be waiting for me now. I should go to them, but I don't want to get in your way. Given that there are so many people here who would benefit from your knowledge, it might be best for us to split up now. I'll go to my friends on my own, as long as you don't mind. Thank you for everything. I hope to see you again."

When Cassie smiled at him it was a genuine one, even with her suspicions, which she hoped were completely false. She really had enjoyed speaking with him, but she needed to know more about all these strangers on the ship before she started trusting anyone.