Book Two, Chapter 27 Summary

They have been on the road for a number of hours. Theo is starting to gain hope that the State Security Police might actually not be looking for them: after all, Gascoigne did not know about the baby.

They are forced to stop when they see a tree fallen across the road. It takes Theo a moment to realize it could not have fallen so conveniently as to block their way. Suddenly a gang of Omegas are upon them. They have painted faces and carry various bludgeoning weapons.

The group makes an escape plan for Julian. Rolf is to sneak her away over a high wall and the rest are to distract the Omegas. They are to join in their tribal dancing. Theo hopes they will at least be able to save Julian, if not themselves. At the best...