"No, we don't have any control over Stacy's path. It was pre-programmed by someone. We think it was the Daligig crew that ran this ship in the past, but we're not sure. Our efforts to gain control haven't been successful. A long time ago, we thought we could go home if we just gained access to the bridge---but people died, and we learned that our homes were gone."

That had been the first time he'd truly felt the weight of their situation. He remembered the feeling of helplessness and despair very well.

"I'd like to think I'm getting stronger," Billy answered with a little smile as they entered, poking through the first gift shop's selection of hats and toys. "Do you think you'll be all right?"