We're stuck looking like crazy people. [ So, in essence, fucked. Ric has a very unique perspective on the entire ship, considers it, despite all the problems ( the insane amount of problems ) to be his only real chance at happiness ( a life ) and well, it's different for him, so he thinks about these things because he needs to.

From an Earth historical perspective, the odds are— against them at best. And well, at the moment, maybe it's best not to dwell on it. ]

You sure? Because even if this thing is smaller than the Tranquility, not exactly looking forward to running around all of it to find the bridge.