Summary

In Chapter 17, Emmeline has trouble sleeping, and meets with the night Gatekeeper when he deposits her breakfast. He tells her that she reminds him of his sister. They speak briefly, and Emmeline discovers that she knew the Gatekeeper and his family back when she lived on the farm, though she was too young to really remember. Jeremy leaves for work quickly, struggling with the increased energy output for his bike. Emmeline also notices that the energy board is harder to work.

Emmeline finally searches again through the mat, and in addition to the picture she finds Mother’s recipes. She must quickly hide them as Enforcers come into her home asking for Jeremy, as he did not show up at work. Later that night, Jeremy is found trying to climb back into the Children’s Village. They state that Jeremy will not return...