"True. I know some have walked into the forest, but I haven't heard if they've found anything interesting. Well other than the paper bulletin with information that was at the post office." Which is another thing he doesn't understand as no one is claiming to be the one writing that. It can't be the spindly strange forest creature that stands behind the desk.

Well it could but it seems unlikely.

"I'll let you know once I have torches. The supplies are safely stashed in my room."