She followed, though still feeling in awe. She was suddenly feeling like she was completely inadequate. She thought back to their crew of nine and was surprised they were able to run the ship sometimes. The three passengers would be off at the next planet. Then it would be just them again. Only her to take care of Serenity.

"I've got to listen close to Serenity. She don't talk to everybody," she said without realizing she was once again giving the ship a form of sentience.