He takes it with equanimity. Everyone lies. Everyone except him. It's just his way.

Besides, the best way to prove it is to - well, answer her questions truthfully.

"This is the first time I've seen it happen," he tells her. "I've only been here about a month, and this particular ship has only been in service for about two, from what I understand. We're all newbies. So who knows? I suppose we'll find out."