It takes Ellis a moment to sort through his answer.

Surprise isn't exactly right. Not surprise just—

"I wouldn't have expected that it wasn't."

What use did Richard have to employ a fake name? Stranded here in a world full of unfamiliar people, who would know the difference?

But then, Tony had used a false name as well, for a little while. And Ellis had never understood that either.

If Richard expects Ellis to ask outright, he'll be disappointed. His gaze holds on Richard, curious, but nothing follows after the answer.