Summary

In Chapter 23, the day Gatekeeper acts coolly toward Emmeline when she returns. He knew Jeremy, which is how he knew about her awakenings and about how Mother didn’t walk her board. He makes it clear that he hates her just as much as Jeremy ever did. John delivers her energy bike and shows her how to work it.

Authority figures show up to discuss her pairing ritual and her new job. They almost find a problem with her sleeping mat and offer her a new one, but the problem is avoided. Emmeline asks many questions, and they get angry with her. Once they leave, she practices riding her bike, and sees the woman who sleepwalks around the community. She tells Emmeline that she just wants to go home.

In Chapter 24, Emmeline is restless and can’t sleep. She goes to her door...