"Right, of course." Istak, how could he forget. But it seems that particular alternate self was forgotten when he was most needed. Or maybe it's the only reason Raylan wasn't tossed over the rail. He could've somehow saved himself from much worse.

As for the last statement, not quite a question, though he can see that curious spark in Raylan's eyes. He honestly doesn't have an answer either. And it shows in the way the silence drags on almost a little too long.

"Instinct. Perhaps." It's, something... "I would've helped others but they had everything well in hand. It was a familiar situation even if it was unnatural. If one of my crew had fallen as you did I would've done the same, I didn't see it as any different." Instinct was a good excuse and maybe that is a majority of what happened. But he doesn't want to address the fact he might care just a little bit. Even if he's told a few people by now that he cares about the people on this Barge in his own way. By rights, Raylan should be... not an enemy, but he is someone that would stand in his way if he tried to mutiny against the Admiral. He was a man of the law. But he was also someone that has shown to be genuine and who cares. They may have their differences but they could be friends. Perhaps there is a part of him that wants to be. Even ignoring the things they've been through together thus far. Raylan could be good for him. Like how Gates had been good for him.