[ a different species from humans - now there's a fairy tale. Considering he believes himself to be part of a special excursion hidden by the government to investigate this planet, though, he supposes it's possible they hid the existence of other intelligent species, too. Why not? ]

Well, I see no reason not to believe you. After all, if you were just hiding, I would have found you. [ said with perfect confidence. ] You're the first sapient non-human I've ever spoken with. This is a little exciting! Sensei apologizes for calling you a maneating ghost.