He finds that explanation lacking, but now really isn't the time for it. "He didn't say anything about those other animals, they might not be feral. But I think talkin' to the Serpent ain't in the cards."

A pause, and then he adds; "Oh yeah, I think the Serpent bit Steven in their shared dream. It leaked diamonds. He said it didn't hurt and it was a 'good bite'. Whatever that's supposed to mean."