Chapters 17 and 18 Summary

In Chapter 17, Cassie leads the others on a deep dive. They swim near the bottom of the ocean and race toward the target area. They spot a large transparent dome that's about a half mile in diameter. They can see inside the dome where there is a park with green grass and a small crystal clear lake. The image is similar to what Cassie has seen in her dreams. They see an entry hatch and head for it. Jake is able to open it by ramming it with his beak. They swim into a transition room and then morph into humans. They open the second door and smell the fragrant air. Cassie sees a flash of light and suddenly she is rendered unconscious.

In Chapter 18, Cassie wakes up on the ground next to Jake who is still unconscious. A voice warns...