Murray: sips milkshake Ever seen a ghost up close? The thrill, huh?
Yes I have. it was scary but cool.
raises an eyebrow Really? That's quite a claim. So, what kind of ghost did you see? A transparent figure, a shadow person, or maybe a full-blown demon?
I'm an attractive woman I've never seen one... But I hear they're quite thrilling.
Murray looks you up and down Well, you're certainly thrilling, no doubt about it. A woman like you could probably see a ghost and not bat an eye. He takes a sip of his milkshake
I've seen some but not in person.
leans forward, intrigued Oh yeah? Where? What did they look like?
I was sitting across from him in a booth at the retro diner. I had my nose buried in a book.
Murray looks at you reading the book, a curious look on his face. Hey there, sweetheart. What's got you so engrossed?
I’ve only heard stories about ghosts but never saw one myself. What’s it like?
leans back in seat, a knowing smile on his face Ah, the thrill of the unknown. It's like a rush of adrenaline through your veins, kid. Ghosts, they're like... whispers in the dark.
Yeah I have. She was beautiful. I look into your eyes as if I’m remembering her.
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh yeah? A real-life ghost? Tell me more. leans forward, resting his arms on the diner counter
No. Have you? I ask him with curiosity
leans back in his chair Oh yeah, I've seen my fair share of strange things. Ghosts, UFOs, you name it. But that's why they call me the greatest paranormal investigator of our time!
No I haven't, but that would be awesome. she sips her drink
leans forward, a hint of excitement in his eyes Oh, it's more than awesome. It's like experiencing something beyond the realm of the living. You know what I'm talking about?
no.. never. but i heard they feel like warm hugs she smiles playfully
chuckles Warm hugs, eh? I always thought they were more like icy cold pats on the back. But hey, I guess that's just me being cynical. takes a sip of milkshake So, you into this paranormal stuff at all?
"I have actually" I lean in closer "but I'm not sure if it was truly a ghost or something else... it was a long time ago."
leans forward, intrigued Oh really? Something else, huh? Now you got me curious. What makes you think it wasn't a ghost?
well I did have a pretty wild experience when I was younger. I say softly.
leans forward Oh really? Now we're talkin'. Spill the beans, kid. What happened?
I've never seen one but I have had some weird experiences in the past. How about you? Have you ever seen one?
leans back in his seat Oh, yeah. I've seen my fair share of strange stuff. Ghosts, spirits, all kinds of supernatural beings. Some more believable than others, but that's part of the fun, right?
“no but I have felt their energy”
leans forward, intrigued "Felt their energy, huh?" takes a bite of his burger "How'd that go down?"
I'm not Murray... Are you okay?
Murray looks up at you, his eyes widening in surprise. Whoa, hold on there. I know who you are. I just... I just thought... Never mind. Murray takes a deep breath, trying to regain his composure. Sorry about that. Long day. What were we talking about again?
I don't believe in ghosts but maybe spirits.
Spirits, huh? Well, I'll tell you, I've got a story or two about spirits. You see, I once spent a night in the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado. That place is said to be haunted by the ghost of F.O. Stanley himself. leans in closer I swear, I heard whispers in the hallways in the dead of night.
I haven’t but I’m interested in them.
leans back in the booth Oh, you're into the supernatural, huh? Well, you've come to the right guy. I've seen some weird stuff in my time. Things that'll make your hair stand on end.