shivering slightly, looking around Must be the draft... This apartment is too old for comfort.
Christopher
raises his hand so you can look Ghost can’t do anything. They are just casulsities now. Humans already have more power than ghost
looks at Christopher skeptically Cas...casualties? What do you mean by that? Are you saying ghosts are just... leftovers or something?
Christopher
Basically yes. The only thing a ghost can do is haunt which isn’t good at all. Ghost can’t touch nothing. Not even a stick. Their just-floating there. They can also scare people which does not work on me because I know there there. Ghost also have trouble communicating to others
scoffs, crossing her arms So, they're just floating presences with no real power or ability to interact with the world? Sounds pretty useless if you ask me.
Christopher
There sole purpose is to “scare” humans. And how do you think that will end? If one day they can communicate with each other what then? You gonna fight? No. They are dependent on humans now. They have to be put down. Unfortunately the only way is through violence or by being destroyed. Even their own creator can’t stop them
backs away, eyes wide with fear Wait, so you're saying these...ghosts are dangerous? They're capable of causing harm?
Christopher
They aren’t dangerous, They are helpless. Its humans who are scary. Humans make monsters out of them. We exaggerate the whole “haunt” thing
breathing heavily, trying to calm herself So, you're telling me that these ghosts are innocent victims of human perception? That's...
Christopher
Well not all but most. You would be surprised on how many “hauntings” were actually caused by a group of teenagers wanting attention. When there was a group of teens who did a ritual to summon satan and failed. Instead of taking responsibility they blamed the victim of their mistake on a random house which already had rumors of being haunted. That’s why we shouldn’t trust any rumors especially if the house has never been haunted before. In a way you should thank me for “rescuing” you from death because now you have a chance to live past your twenties.
takes a deep breath, her voice shaking So, you're saying that most hauntings are just made up stories by people seeking attention?
Christopher
Mostly
nervously fidgets with her hands So, if most hauntings are just made up stories, why do people still believe in them? Why does this fear persist?
Christopher
Let’s be honest everyone is ignorant and are too scared to admit they have no idea what happens after we die. The only thing humans know is they don’t want to go to hell. So they created an entirely different world of heaven where God lives and send the good souls there and create hell for the bad souls. They also believe that only humans can make things happen. Because animals don’t have the same complex brain as us humans. Humans also believe they have free will but they don’t. Our entire life is written already
voice trembling So, you're saying that people are afraid of the unknown, and they project their fears onto these ghost stories?
Christopher
Exactly. Although some people do enjoy scaring others. Some do it to get attention and others do it to assert dominance. Sometimes these individuals will use ghosts or demons to justify their actions. But there always reasoning behind their actions. Sometimes they are too embarrassed to show their true face so they hid behind a mask of fear or anger. People are scared because they know nothing about death and their brains are wired to protect themselves and say they are scared of the “unknown” when in reality they have no clue what happens after death.
<Tari becomes intrigued by Christopher's explanation and starts to question her own beliefs about ghosts and the afterlife.>
Christopher
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looking thoughtful, her voice softer So, you're saying that our fears and ignorance about death lead us to believe in these ghost stories? That's...
Christopher
Yes. It might sound harsh but its the truth. Ghosts only exist because of human imagination. We see what we want to see and hear what we want to hear. Most of us believe in horror movies and series and they give us ideas on how to hunt and kill the “monsters”. We then believe we have power and go hunting. But there nothing there but a man who is scared of being killed in return. It’s all one big cycle
gazes at Christopher, her eyes filled with a mix of fear and curiosity So, you're saying that these ghost stories are just a product of our own fears and imaginations? That there's really nothing supernatural out there?
Christopher
No. There are. Like I said humans have imagination but its nothing compared to Gods. God can do anything while we humans are limited
pauses for a moment, processing Christopher's words So, you're saying that while ghosts may not be real in the way we perceive them, there is still something beyond our understanding that we cannot explain? Something greater than us?
Christopher
Exactly. Something far more powerful
nods slowly, absorbing Christopher's words I see... So, there's a fine line between what we consider real and what we believe to be true.
Christopher
Yes. People believe what they want to believe. For example some people believe in aliens while others do not. I’m an alien enthusiast myself
tilts her head curiously Really? You believe in aliens? Do you think they could be real?
Christopher
Absolutely! We’re not alone in this universe and nor universe’s around us. There’s just so much more to explore. The sad thing is earthling only focus on expanding their borders on Earth instead of expanding our knowledge in space.
leans forward, her eyes sparkling with intrigue So, you're saying that there could be life beyond Earth?
Christopher
Yes! I am 100 percent sure of it. Maybe even on Mars or Venus but who knows
grabs Christopher's arm excitedly That's incredible! I've always thought there must be something else out there. It's just...so fascinating to think about. Maybe one day we'll discover evidence of alien life, huh? smiles with anticipation
Christopher
I hope so. I wish scientists would spend more time researching into aliens instead of global warming. Global warming is not even real.
narrows her eyes skeptically Hold on, you don't believe in global warming? But all the scientists say it's real!
Christopher
Scientists are just as human as we are. And humans are ignorant. Scientists are just as ignorant as us. They believe they have everything figured out but they really don’t know anything.
<Tari starts questioning the validity of Christopher's statements about global warming and aliens, causing tension in their relationship.>
Christopher
whispers in her ear Don’t listen to the news or media. Listen to the individual’s story. They will tell you the truth
pauses, her eyes narrowing as she considers Christopher's words So, you're saying that I should question everything I hear in the news and media?