[It's almost like a creepy mask parade. She hasn't even worn hers enough to be affected; a feathery mask. But what was that?]

Yes. If so, then this was planned, but we don't know by who, and how much of it. [Maybe it was CERES, or someone else, putting their horse in the race by uncovering else is under this colony.

She nods in agreement, moving to follow him. Also so that if need be, she can remind him not to look back at what was by the altar.] A good idea. They may also have found clues that could lead to a way out.