Chapter 12, Was It the Walrus? Summary

Haroun goes to P2C2E House alone to face the music. Finding the Walrus' office, Haroun knocks and waits, reflecting that this is where he intended to come in the first place when he arrived on Kahani. Entering, Haroun sees all of the dignitaries and his friends, grinning, and is flabbergasted. The Walrus grants Haroun any wish in exchange for his service. What Haroun wants, no one can grant— even in a Sea with Plentimaw Fish. The Walrus talks about happy endings. As they are so rare, P2C2E House has learned to synthesize them. Most people would agree that what has happened to Haroun lately is impossible. Haroun boldly asks for a happy ending not just to his adventure but for his sad city as well. Haroun realizes that Rashid has...