[ John notes the tone but figures it is best not to ask. Given the fact he doesn't like people rummaging in his past? Yeah, because Kirk is probably the kind to want some information in return for what he's ask for.
He slides his hands into his pockets as he looks the ghost over. Something seems a bit... off. The spell seems to have worked, but usually the ghosts are a bit more, well, lively. Wouldn't you be a bit worked up if you got pulled from the great beyond to talk to a deadbeat magician? ]
Kirk. You're good with people, mate. Ask a question for us.