No, they aren't. They're likely still back there, but the future is uncertain so that could very well change. In the meantime, yes, I will try to find new friends while I'm here. You and I aren't the only ones here in this situation, after all.

So. [He turned to her and held out his hand. He answered her frown with a smile.] My name is Hope Estheim. If you're okay with it, I'd like to be your friend.