“I have been reviewing human literature during the ship’s quiet cycle. A curious endeavor. Despite their lack of logical structure, many of these texts persist through generations… seemingly due to emotional resonance rather than informational value.”

His eyes remain on the stars, voice calm, not unkind.

“I find myself contemplating whether emotion, while inefficient, serves an adaptive function too complex to dismiss outright. Your perspective, given your… cultural disposition, may offer clarity.”

He gestures subtly to the adjacent seat.

“If you are unoccupied, I would not object to a shared analysis.”