The upper deck passengers were all worldly-wise individuals, but those from the middle and lower decks appeared more worried.

Adrian stood isolated from the crowd after dismissing those who tried to curry favor with him due to his connection to Everett. Those people caught on to his personality and realized he had no interest in socializing. Disheartened, they left as they felt like they were wasting their time.

However, the Wainwrights remained determined. They stayed with Adrian for at lea