His faction? When'd he get an army?

[ There's another smile on her lips, simply because she can't help but get a little bit of teasing in even though it's a serious conversation. ]

You're right, though. If we don't find some way to at least coexist peacefully, there's no chance we'll be able to save this city just by bonds alone.

[ She reaches over, picking up the cup and letting the warmth radiate against her palms. ]

...Lots of us have disappeared already, including a few people I really liked.