[ that, he can't argue with. Still, he maintains a skeptical outlook, and her own story bolsters that skepticism. In his experience, the supernatural has only ever been an excuse for people to do nasty deeds and get away with it scot-free. ]

I'd believe that something similar is at work here. With technology as advanced as theirs, perhaps creating the illusion of a spirit is possible?

[ Zara poses the suggestion in a musing voice, but soon after, he shakes his head. ]

... I could sit here guessing all day, but without proof, it doesn't matter much.