[She took a deep breath, tried to settle her position a little more comfortably against his arm, and nodded. He would be able to feel the movement in the darkness.]

I...I know.

And it's not your fault. I was the one who suggested it, wasn't I?

[Another pause, and she tried to sit up a little straighter. The corners of her lips twitched upward in a faint smile.]

I suppose it wouldn't have been so bad if I had known it was supposed to be--

[Two more masks dropped down from the ceiling, bounding a little as they hit the end of their line. Rather than a terrifying scream this time, however, a strange...half-laugh, half-giggle announced their presence.]

[Iris still jumped, but this time, rather than scream...she giggled too. If only to cover her embarrassment at having been surprised yet again.]