Meanwhile Shinichi was trying to figure out a reasonable story that didn't involve telling the truth. Nothing came to mind that wasn't completely unbelievable. No one who'd come on board on the last platform could have hidden this long without being caught, and any attempt to lie about his name would immediately be caught if she ever looked at the roster.

"Talking in private would be better." For the obvious reason, and because it would buy a few more moments to think.