He smiled a little, reflexively. "I talked to Cole," he said. "Who's assured me he has no intention of telling anyone what I said, so that's as settled as it's going to be." He didn't mention the fact that Cole seemed actually frustrated when Shane had insisted that talking about it further or looking for help was only going to make things worse. "I talked to a few of the new people."
He paused, looking down the street. "I talked to some people about this...fairy tale theory." He lifted the book he was holding at his side in example. "I still don't know if I believe it, but it seems worth looking into." A rueful smile. "I did some research on what exactly I'd have to do if I talked to the police. I took inventory of the information I have." He laughed a little. "I stayed busy," he said. He still looked like he hadn't been sleeping--that, at least, he had no control over.