Part 1: Chapters 11-18 Summary

In Chapter 11, the Crystal Continuum is a very dangerous and tricky way to travel. Alyss has never been inside the continuum before, but Hatter knows how to navigate it well. Hatter manages to get himself and Alyss to a hidden looking glass in the Whispering Woods. However, they are quickly spotted by seekers, birds designed to seek out specific targets. At the same time, Redd repairs the looking glass in Genevieve's rooms that Genevieve shattered after Hatter and Alyss's escape, sending The Cat through to finish Alyss off.

In Chapter 12, as The Cat chases them, Hatter holds Alyss and jumps into the Pool of Tears. Alyss is immediately caught by the undercurrent and soon finds herself emerging from a puddle in the middle of a dirty street. Alyss spots a carriage in the middle of a parade and thinks...