Maybe. Could have been one of those cult members back at the masquerade. Maybe told one secret too many. Maybe not enough. Don't really have to worry about them saying much of anything anymore.

[ the waves crash against the surf more eagerly, like bony fingers ripping as it draws back. the sound persists even when the waves stop. maybe there's something else out there after all... ]

Whatever it is, I think we should probably get the hell out of here.