The Scorch Trials by James Dashner True and False

Thomas initially panicked because he thought he was back in the Box where he started his journey?

Teresa was physically present in the room with Thomas when they had their conversation?

The dormitory where Thomas found himself was filled with girls instead of boys?

Teresa and Thomas communicated by speaking out loud to each other?

Thomas reassures Teresa that the haunting images will eventually fade with time.

Thomas and Teresa discuss their reunion and Teresa's confinement in a small locked room.

Despite the separation, Thomas feels Teresa's presence and is comforted by it.

Thomas witnesses a conversation between a woman and a young boy in his dream.

Thomas is initially convinced that Teresa's distress is just a dream.

The text suggests a shallow emotional connection between Thomas and Teresa.

The passage delves into Teresa's inner turmoil and confusion about her past and her current situation.

The excerpt portrays the bond between Thomas and Teresa and their shared experiences in the Maze.

Thomas struggles to wake up and is immediately aware of distant sounds of chaos and anguish in the environment.

The haunting memories of the Maze do not bother Thomas.

Thomas' dream is a clear and pleasant experience.

The text implies that Thomas and Teresa have a deep emotional connection.

Thomas, Minho, and Newt discovered a large room with several dead people hanging from the ceiling, people who had rescued the Gladers just the day before.

Thomas successfully mentally reaches Teresa, who has a telepathic connection with him.

Thomas locates a door he believes leads to Teresa's room and attempts to open it, realizing it is locked.

A small display near the door reveals the words 'Teresa Agnes. Group A, Subject Al. The Betrayer.'

Thomas uses a fire extinguisher to break the door handle and gain entry to the room where Teresa is believed to be.

As the door opens, Thomas feels a mix of anticipation and dread about what he might find inside.

The text portrays a sense of indifference and resignation in Thomas as he navigates through the distressing situation.

The group discusses the significance of the label 'The Betrayer' and the designation 'Group A, Subject Al.'

The scene is marked by a mix of shock, despair, and determination as the characters grapple with the gruesome discovery and their mission to find Teresa.

The dead bodies found were not familiar to Thomas.

Thomas was not surprised by Teresa's last name, Agnes.

The characters in the scene show a lack of urgency and determination as they face the distressing situation.

Thomas wakes up in a state of panic, feeling the absence of Teresa and chaos among the other Gladers in the room

The man outside the broken window claims to be a 'Crank' and begs to be killed

Minho expresses concern about the absence of rescuers and the overwhelming presence of individuals

Newt suggests finding another room for safety and organizing a Gathering, as the noise is unbearable

The group finds themselves locked in the room with the only other exit leading to a shower and locker room

The windows, though secured with bars, reveal a frightening sight of raging lunatics on the other side

The text emphasizes Thomas's internal struggle, as well as the group's need for a plan and a safe space in the midst of the overwhelming and dangerous situation

Thomas seeks contact with Teresa and receives a response, alleviating his worry and helplessness

The environment is described as filled with 'beautiful, peaceful, and calming sounds'

The scene is filled with feelings of hope and optimism after a night of supposed safety

The group finds comfort in the lack of chaos and panic in their surroundings

Thomas grapples with intense emotions, including fear, loss, and a desperate need for a plan to survive

Thomas witnesses Newt's successful attempt to open a locked door.

Cranks are individuals with mild injuries and friendly behavior.

The group debates whether to enter the locked room.

Newt uses a fire extinguisher to break the door handle.

Minho, Newt, and Thomas do not venture into the dark area.

The group navigates the dark environment smoothly.

Newt fails to find and turn on the lights.

The text does not emphasize the tension and apprehension felt by the characters.

The presence of the Cranks and the dark setting contributes to an atmosphere of calm and ease.

The group's actions do not reflect their determination to seek answers.

The passage does not showcase the characters' distinct personalities and their interactions.

The detailed description does not immerse the reader in the eerie atmosphere of the scene.

Thomas was too horrified to get a good view of the world outside from the windows before entering the larger dorm room.

A red brick wall had been erected just outside the iron bars, completely blocking every inch of open space at each window in the larger dorm room.

Minho immediately provided an explanation for the presence of the red brick walls outside the windows.

Newt expressed disbelief that the bodies outside the windows could have been used to quickly erect the brick walls.

Thomas feels that the new label makes it official that Teresa has been taken from him and replaced by Aris

Thomas desperately tries to contact Teresa through his thoughts but is met with resistance and threats from her mental voice

Thomas has a disturbing dream about his past, involving people in green suits discussing cutting into his brain and the possibility of him and others saving everyone

Thomas wakes up feeling physically and emotionally distressed, with Newt comforting him and informing him that they are all still trapped with no way out

Despite the separation, Thomas feels Teresa's presence and is comforted by it

The group discusses the significance of the label 'The Betrayer' and the designation 'Group A, Subject Al'

The text emphasizes Thomas's internal struggle, as well as the group's need for a plan and a safe space in the midst of the overwhelming and dangerous situation

Thomas witnesses a conversation between a woman and a young boy in his dream

Thomas grapples with intense emotions, including fear, loss, and a desperate need for a plan to survive

The windows, though secured with bars, reveal a frightening sight of raging lunatics on the other side

Thomas seeks contact with Teresa and receives a response, alleviating his worry and helplessness

Thomas wakes up in a state of panic, feeling the absence of Teresa and chaos among the other Gladers in the room

Thomas encounters a man in a white suit sitting behind an invisible, solid wall

The man in the white suit is preparing to implement 'Phase Two of the Trials'

Aris gives Thomas a strange look and seems to be struggling with his own issues

Minho and Newt engage in banter, trying to lighten the mood

The man in the white suit retrieves a folder of papers from a drawer

Thomas reflects on the return of his strength and energy, while also feeling sorry for Aris

The characters' interactions and the mysterious man in the white suit create a tense and eerie atmosphere

Thomas and the other Gladers are waiting for the man to speak behind the invisible wall

The man in the white suit is pleased to see Thomas and the other Gladers

The man in the white suit reveals that 'Phase Two of the Trials' will involve a dangerous challenge

The man in the white suit is revealed to be a figment of Thomas's imagination

The Gladers feel a sense of relief and safety in the presence of the man in the white suit

Thomas is struggling with hunger and misery after the loss of his friend and the absence of food for three days.

Minho appears with apples, and they both savor the taste and the energy it provides.

Thomas questions Minho about the source of the apples and the discovery of more food in the common area.

When Thomas tries to approach the man, he hits an invisible barrier, leaving him baffled.

The man in the white suit appears relaxed and nervous at the same time, with a peculiar appearance and behavior.

The Gladers are unable to get any information from the man, who insists they must wait until he is ready.

The presence of the man and the sudden appearance of food in the common area raise questions about their surroundings and the intentions of those controlling the Glade.

The discovery of the man and the invisible barrier adds to the already strange and confusing situation in the Glade.

Thomas's hunger and weakness, along with the strange occurrences, create a sense of urgency and confusion in the Glade.

The text sets the stage for further exploration of the mystery and the struggle for survival in the Glade, adding layers of intrigue and uncertainty.

Thomas, Minho, and Newt discovered a large room with several dead people hanging from the ceiling, people who had rescued the Gladers just the day before.

The dormitory where Thomas found himself was filled with girls instead of boys?

Thomas and Newt reminisce about the beginning of their time in the Glade, where their memories were wiped and they had to start anew.

Newt draws parallels between their current situation and the start of the Glade, emphasizing the need to find purpose and make the best of the circumstances.

Thomas is haunted by dreams of Teresa and struggles with hunger, feeling like a trapped animal is gnawing at his stomach after three days without food.

The others also suffer from hunger, showing physical signs of starvation and listless behavior.

Thomas finds some solace in thoughts of Teresa and her harsh words, however little it may alleviate the looming prospect of death.

The Creators had everything in place at the Glade, but it took a lot of effort and trial and error to make it work smoothly.

Thomas expresses concern about starvation and the possibility that they were left to die, but Newt remains optimistic and compares their situation to the challenges they faced in the Maze.

The cycle of listless sleep, bathroom, water, and back to bed becomes the norm, with no respite from the hunger or memory-dreams.

Thomas is haunted by dreams of Teresa and struggles with hunger, feeling like a trapped animal is gnawing at his stomach after three days without food.

The Creators had everything in place at the Glade, but it took a lot of effort and trial and error to make it work smoothly.

Thomas finds some solace in thoughts of Teresa and her harsh words, however little it may alleviate the looming prospect of death.

Thomas struggles with intense emotions, including fear, loss, and a desperate need for a plan to survive.

Thomas is the only Glader left in the big common room at the end of the passage?

Aris communicates with Thomas telepathically, which surprises Thomas?

Thomas is comforted by the presence of Teresa in the situation described?

The Gladers approach the Flat Trans without hesitation or fear?

The group is navigating through a dark and dusty hallway

Thomas rushes to help the boy and finds a smooth metal ball in place of his head

The boy has been decapitated or turned into metal

Thomas is covered in warm fluid, presumably the boy's blood

The boy who was screaming is possibly Frankie

There is a sense of horror and confusion among the group

Frypan and Minho are part of the group

The group has been warned about dying horrible deaths if they go back

The boy's body is motionless after Thomas touches the metal ball

Thomas is in shock and unable to articulate what happened

Other Gladers are confused and asking questions

The scene is filled with feelings of hope and optimism after a night of supposed safety

Minho leads the group through the dark hallway, asking everyone to follow his voice to avoid going back through the Flat Trans.

Thomas's eyes adjust well to the darkness in the hallway.

The mysterious voice delivers a message: 'One-chance deal. Go back now, you won’t be sliced.'

The group decides to heed the warning and turn back.

The text creates an atmosphere of calm and ease as the group navigates the dark hallway.

Thomas shows uncertainty and hesitation about the ominous warning.

The characters' actions and reactions reveal their fear, uncertainty, and determination to press on despite the ominous warnings.

The mysterious messages add a layer of intrigue and certainty to the situation.

Despite the separation, Thomas feels Teresa's presence and is comforted by it.

The group discusses the significance of the label 'The Betrayer' and the designation 'Group A, Subject Al.'

Newt expresses disbelief that the bodies outside the windows could have been used to quickly erect the brick walls.

The characters' interactions and the mysterious man in the white suit create a tense and eerie atmosphere.

Thomas recounts a disturbing encounter in the dark with a fellow Glader who had a metal ball instead of a head

Newt finds the metal ball, bigger than a head and perfectly round

The group decides to run, and a death ball claims another victim

They eventually stop at a stairway, and Minho discovers they've hit the roof

A blinding light suddenly appears, followed by a wave of heat

The group realizes they may have found a way out, but it seems to lead to the sun

Thomas, Minho, and Newt discovered a large room with several dead people hanging from the ceiling, people who had rescued the Gladers just the day before

The Creators had everything in place at the Glade, but it took a lot of effort and trial and error to make it work smoothly

The group debates whether to enter the locked room

Thomas and Newt reminisce about the beginning of their time in the Glade, where their memories were wiped and they had to start anew

Teresa was physically present in the room with Thomas when they had their conversation

The man in the white suit appears relaxed and nervous at the same time, with a peculiar appearance and behavior

Newt and Minho open a door to a blinding light and heat, with Thomas and the others following suit

The silver liquid covers Winston's head, causing him intense pain and distress

Thomas attempts to help Winston by using a bedsheet for protection and grabbing the silver substance

The silver substance proves persistent and stubborn, causing Winston's skin to blister and re-forming when pushed away

Thomas uses a bedsheet for protection and makes a daring attempt to remove the silver substance from Winston's head

The group is faced with the challenge of the silver substance, which seems to have a life of its own

The situation is dire, with Thomas risking personal harm to save Winston from the silver substance

The group struggles to adjust to the intense brightness and heat, with their eyes burning and itching

Minho cautiously opens the door fully, causing the stairwell to heat up like an oven

The silver substance proves easy to remove from Winston's head once Thomas intervenes

The silver substance is revealed to be a harmless prank played by one of the Gladers

The silver substance ultimately has no lasting impact on Winston's well-being

Minho believes they have no choice but to continue to the town for shelter and maybe food

Frypan intends to sneak away and enjoy living with the guilt

Jack has Winston's arm around his shoulders as they discuss their next move

Minho is confident in his ability to intimidate any potential threats with his physical strength

Minho suggests taking a break and then continuing to move while the sun is down.

The group eats somberly, discussing their realization that they are being tested by WICKED.

The moon provides minimal light as they run across flat and barren land.

The odds of having electricity in the wasteland are extremely low.

The group's determination to keep fighting and surviving is evident as they continue their journey towards the town.

The group continues to move toward the town, guided by flickering lights that may be fires.

The group's discussions revolve around the tests they are facing and the potential threats they may encounter.

The eerie atmosphere is heightened by the unnatural screams and the darkness.

The girl's screams remind Thomas of the Griever sting and prompt discussions about potential threats.

The group decides to heed the warning and turn back.

Minho leads the group through the dark hallway, asking everyone to follow his voice to avoid going back through the Flat Trans.

The characters in the scene show a lack of urgency and determination as they face the distressing situation.

Thomas and Aris are running towards a cluster of buildings, which seem closer and more numerous than expected, hinting at a devastated city.

Aris shares his experience of being in the Maze, similar to what Thomas and the Gladers went through, but with a group of girls.

Aris explains that his group's escape from the Maze was similar to the Gladers' experience, except fewer deaths occurred.

Aris and Thomas discuss the possibility that WICKED is conducting parallel experiments with two groups to study their responses.

Aris suggests two theories: WICKED may be trying to breed or select the best individuals from both groups, or they may only want one group to survive.

Thomas considers the possibility that WICKED is studying their brains, reactions, and genes, possibly with the intention of letting none of them survive.

Aris and Thomas discuss the possibility of having one member of the opposite sex in each group to observe their reactions and study any resulting conflicts.

The conversation provides insight into the potential motives and methods of WICKED's experiments.

Despite the seriousness of their discussion, Thomas and Aris find some humor in the situation, bonding over their shared experiences.

Aris communicates with Thomas telepathically, which surprises Thomas?

Newt expressed disbelief that the bodies outside the windows could have been used to quickly erect the brick walls.

Teresa was physically present in the room with Thomas when they had their conversation?

Thomas approaches the mysterious girl alone, despite concerns from his friends.

The mysterious building emits haunted screams as a potential trap.

The encounter with the girl and the building creates an atmosphere of mystery and suspense.

The group suspects that the girl could be dangerous, but Thomas is determined to approach her.

The chapter ends with Thomas entering the dark building, calling out to Teresa.

Teresa physically appears in the room with Thomas when they have their conversation.

The group's actions reflect their determination to seek answers.

Thomas successfully mentally reaches Teresa, who has a telepathic connection with him.

The silver liquid covers Winston's head, causing him intense pain and distress.

The boy has been decapitated or turned into metal.

The man in the white suit is revealed to be a figment of Thomas's imagination.

The presence of the Cranks and the dark setting contributes to an atmosphere of calm and ease.

Thomas finds Teresa in a building, appearing clean and well-dressed, contrary to his expectations after their time in the desert.

Teresa's appearance is marred by tears, trembling, and fear, despite her physical cleanliness.

Thomas attempts to comfort Teresa, but she rejects his advance with a scream, causing him deep emotional pain.

Despite Teresa's pleas for him to leave, Thomas promises to find her and runs away from the building.

Thomas warns his fellow Gladers of danger and urges them to leave immediately, withholding details until later.

Thomas struggles with intense emotions after leaving Teresa, feeling profound sorrow and longing to return to her.

Thomas resolutely adheres to Teresa's directive to leave, while promising himself to find her again.

Thomas grapples with the conflicting emotions of having briefly reunited with Teresa and then being forced to leave her behind.

The text signifies the complexity of Thomas and Teresa's relationship, marked by emotional turmoil and the promise of reunion.

Thomas' determination to find Teresa again underscores the depth of their connection and his commitment to her.

The text portrays a poignant portrayal of love, loss, and hope as Thomas grapples with leaving Teresa behind while vowing to reunite with her.

The narrative highlights the emotional depth of the characters and the enduring bond between Thomas and Teresa.

Thomas was able to see the city clearly as they approached it

The dust in the air had thickened into a brown fog, making it difficult for Thomas to breathe

The lightning strikes and the dust storm caused Thomas to go deaf temporarily

The text describes the building they were heading towards as a small shack

Minho sustained burns from surviving a lightning strike in the text

The group initially had 40 to 50 members but only 11 remain

Newt is concerned about facing the deadly Cranks

The survivors observe the sunrise and recognize the need to plan for the future

Thomas takes on a leadership role and focuses on the next steps rather than dwelling on the past

The group discusses the unusual lightning storm and its possible causes, linking it to the world's catastrophic state

The survivors are not concerned about making plans for their next steps in the Scorch

The survivors are indifferent and resigned to their situation

The group debates whether to enter the locked room

The survivors feel a sense of horror and confusion among the group

Minho and Newt engage in banter, trying to lighten the mood

The survivors are comforted by the discovery of the man and the invisible barrier

Thomas and his group encounter a young Hispanic man who claims to be a Crank ruling the area.

Jorge exhibits a mix of odd silliness and menace, claiming to enjoy the taste of eyeballs and threatening the group with his presence.

Jorge reveals that everyone in the area is a Crank and talks about the different levels of the Flare disease, causing fear and helplessness in Thomas.

Minho arrogantly challenges Jorge, which escalates the tension in the encounter.

Jorge gives Minho a countdown to apologize, eventually kicking him in the burnt spot on his leg when the apology lacks sincerity.

Thomas feels a surge of anger and hatred towards Jorge, reminiscent of his desire to attack after escaping the Maze.

The encounter with Jorge is a turning point in the story, leading to a shift in the group dynamics.

Jorge's claim of everyone in the area being a Crank is proven to be false later in the story.

Jorge's odd silliness is revealed to be a facade to hide his fear and vulnerability.

Thomas and his group ultimately form an alliance with Jorge to survive the challenges they face.

The encounter with Jorge highlights the theme of trust and deception in the story.

The encounter with Jorge adds complexity to Thomas's character development.

Thomas and a group of people are caught in a violent lightning storm.

Jack suffers severe injuries from a lightning strike, losing a limb and sustaining burns all over his body.

Thomas is pulled away from Jack, feeling a mix of relief and guilt for being unable to help.

The lightning storm continues to wreak havoc, with the constant threat of more strikes.

The group's survival instincts take over, and they focus solely on reaching the building and staying alive.

The chaotic and dangerous nature of the storm is vividly portrayed through the characters' experiences.

Thomas and Minho attempt to reach a nearby building for safety as the storm intensifies.

The storm causes chaos, making it difficult to see and breathe due to dust and debris.

Thomas extinguishes the flames on Minho's body and drags him towards the building.

Thomas and Minho struggle to make it to safety, facing the physical and psychological toll of the storm.

The text creates a tense and dramatic atmosphere, highlighting the desperation and determination of the characters to survive.

Lightning strikes again, throwing Thomas through the air and injuring Minho, setting his clothes on fire.

Despite the storm, the Gladers continue to run towards their goal, with some members falling and getting back up

The rain falls heavily, and the group takes shelter in the building, exhausted and sore

Thomas wakes up to find that the storm is over, and the group has slept through the night

The other Gladers are still asleep, and Newt seems bitter and resigned about their situation

The text depicts the aftermath of a destructive storm and the Gladers' struggle for survival

The group's physical and emotional state is emphasized, as they grapple with exhaustion, hunger, and the bleakness of their situation

The storm clouds have thickened and pushed dust and fog out of the way, causing the environment to take on a different tone

The sound of rain becomes soothing, and Thomas falls asleep

He feels overwhelming hunger and sees the building in ruins, with bright blue sky above

Thomas worries about his hearing, which seems to be returning, and the other Gladers seem lifeless and disorganized

Thomas wakes up in a state of panic, feeling the absence of Teresa and chaos among the other Gladers in the room

The group decides to run, and a death ball claims another victim

Jorge is taking only one other person, Brenda, to the safe haven because she is a genius.

Thomas and Jorge consider themselves as friends, not partners.

Thomas is feeling extremely hungry and experiencing cramps in his stomach.

Jorge advises Thomas to keep quiet and let him handle the situation when they encounter other Cranks.

Thomas and Minho are with Brenda and Jorge

Brenda seems to show an interest in Thomas and picks up that something is off

They exit the building and emerge into the sun

The group walks close to the wall to stay in the shade

Brenda brings out canned beans and sausages for the starving Gladers

Thomas finds the food delicious and devours it

The group finds steps that remind Thomas of something in his past life

Thomas feels weak and eager for food

The small, damp room is filled with boxes and cans

There is a sense of horror and confusion among the group

The characters' interactions and the mysterious man in the white suit create a tense and eerie atmosphere

Thomas reassures Teresa that the haunting images will eventually fade with time

Jorge announced that the punishment for the attack will be cutting off a finger from each of the attacker's hands

Thomas believes that Jorge plans to run and not go through with the punishment

Jorge and Brenda plan to take the Gladers to the food stash

Minho makes a flirtatious comment towards Brenda

The Cranks are threatened by a girl with a blade under Minho's chin

Jorge reassures Thomas with a look

Jorge plans to take the strangers to the food stash, then meet the Gladers at the Tower in an hour

Jorge dismisses the concern about only him and Brenda escorting the strangers

Jorge is hesitant about the plan, showing resistance to Jorge's intentions

Brenda warns Minho that she would have killed him

Minho is confident in his ability to intimidate any potential threats with his physical strength

The Crank leader is Jorge

Thomas and Brenda discuss the Underneath, a network of tunnels and secret passages in the city.

Brenda reveals they encounter dangerous Cranks in the Underneath.

Brenda requests Thomas to promise to take her back to WICKED for a cure, as she fears going insane.

Brenda suggests leaving their friends behind and finding a safe haven on their own.

Thomas firmly decides to go back for their friends, despite Brenda's proposal.

Thomas feels guilty about Teresa and their perilous situation.

Brenda suspects Barkley and his group rigged the explosion to kill them, as they may have become irrational.

The conversation reveals tension and conflicting motivations within the group.

Brenda's behavior is explained as a result of her background and upbringing.

Thomas questions Brenda's unusual behavior and physical closeness.

The characters in the scene show a lack of urgency and determination as they face the distressing situation.

The detailed description does not immerse the reader in the eerie atmosphere of the scene.

Thomas and Brenda trust the limited food options in the post-apocalyptic city

The sun flares killed half the planet and released a virus called the Flare

Brenda leads Thomas down a new path and tells him it's better for everyone to split up

Brenda and Thomas reach a point where they stop to listen, and Thomas hears only their breathing

The group decides to run, and a death ball claims another victim

The survivors are not concerned about making plans for their next steps in the Scorch

The group has been warned about dying horrible deaths if they go back

Thomas wakes up in a state of panic, feeling the absence of Teresa and chaos among the other Gladers in the room

The Creators had everything in place at the Glade, but it took a lot of effort and trial and error to make it work smoothly

Thomas successfully mentally reaches Teresa, who has a telepathic connection with him

Thomas and Aris find some humor in the situation, bonding over their shared experiences

The group runs into the darkness as a section of the roof collapses, cutting off their original path

Thomas was completely focused on the plaque when Brenda interrupted him.

Brenda and Jorge were both aware of the significance of Thomas's name before he arrived at the safe haven.

Thomas reacted with anger when Brenda revealed the truth about the signs around the city.

Brenda did not tell Thomas about the signs because she was concerned about his potential reaction.

Thomas is eager to take on a leadership role and find a safe haven for the group

Brenda inquires about Thomas's relationship with Teresa and he responds with uncertainty

The encounter with the three individuals raises a sense of foreboding and unease in Thomas and Brenda

The woman among the three individuals mocks and taunts Thomas and Brenda, indicating they are in WICKED's Crankland

The man among the three individuals insinuates potential danger toward Brenda due to her gender

Thomas and Brenda attempt to politely disengage from the conversation with the three individuals

The encounter with the three individuals takes place in a peaceful and welcoming setting

Thomas distances himself from Brenda by using a familiar form of address

The strange, alarming sound heard by Thomas and Brenda is related to their friends

Brenda believes that Thomas should not take a leadership role in their group

The chaotic and unclear situation frustrates Thomas and Brenda

The lively scene behind the door discovered by Thomas and Brenda is calming and reassuring

Thomas and Brenda are confronted by Blondie, Tall and Ugly, and Ponytail with menacing weapons at the party

Thomas willingly agrees to go to the party with the group

Long Hair, a member of the party, expresses a desire for Thomas to join their group and promises protection from other Cranks

Long Hair leaves Thomas and Brenda with Blondie and his friends who watch them closely

Ponytail encourages Thomas and Brenda to dance at the party

The party is filled with sweaty, frenzied Cranks and intense bass thumping

Thomas and Brenda are in a precarious situation, being closely observed by the group

The tension and unease of the situation are palpable as Thomas and Brenda navigate the intense party atmosphere

Thomas is considering a plan to escape the party unnoticed with Brenda

The survivors feel a sense of horror and confusion among the group

Thomas witnesses Newt's successful attempt to open a locked door

Despite the separation, Thomas feels Teresa's presence and is comforted by it

Thomas reciprocates Brenda's embrace despite feeling conflicted due to his feelings for Teresa.

Brenda suggests staying with the people at the location they're in, but Thomas is hesitant.

Thomas becomes suspicious of the drinks offered by strangers at the location.

Under duress, Thomas and Brenda end up drinking the suspicious liquid.

Thomas experiences a burning sensation after consuming the drink, while Brenda seems unaffected.

Both Thomas and Brenda start feeling the effects of the drugged drink, causing disorientation and euphoria.

Brenda expresses disturbing thoughts about being with the people at the location and suggests Thomas killing her.

Thomas struggles to communicate as the effects of the drink take hold.

The situation becomes increasingly surreal and disorienting for Thomas and Brenda.

The haunting song they unintentionally danced to was a lively, cheerful tune.

Brenda was the one who insisted on continuing their journey to a safe haven where a cure exists.

Brenda was unaffected by the drugged drink and was able to assist Thomas in avoiding its effects.

Thomas is bound to a chair with his hands and legs taped down when he wakes up in the dark room

The captors threaten to shoot Thomas in the leg if he doesn't cooperate

Brenda, who is also bound and gagged, shows resilience and defiance

Thomas denies coming on a 'Berg' and tries to explain his journey through a 'Flat Trans' and an underground tunnel

Thomas decides to cooperate with the captors' demands to avoid harm to himself and Brenda

The captors seem interested in the information about the underground tunnel and the 'Flat Trans'

The captors express frustration and anger at Thomas' responses

The text suggests that Thomas feels uncertain about the captors' intentions and behavior

Brenda, who is also bound and gagged, shows fear and submission

Thomas feels he has leverage and refuses to cooperate with the captors' demands

The captors are not interested in the information about the underground tunnel and the 'Flat Trans'

The captors express calm and understanding at Thomas' responses

Thomas immediately recognized the white light shining into his eyes as the sun.

The whispers and soft sounds that Thomas hears make it impossible for him to understand what is being said around him.

Thomas is certain that he has been taken to a hospital, which he finds hard to believe could exist in the Scorch.

The person looking down at Thomas is wearing a gas mask and big goggles.

Minho insists on sleep before marching through the night

Thomas curls up to sleep on the ground, beside Brenda

Thomas is warned telepathically by Teresa about something terrible happening to him the next day

Thomas feels guilty for growing close to Brenda, betraying Teresa

Newt wakes Thomas up after his deep and undisturbed sleep

Thomas and Newt discuss WICKED, the organization that saved Thomas's life

Brenda and Newt are already acquainted

The silver substance proves easy to remove from Winston's head once Thomas intervenes

Thomas finds the food delicious and devours it

Jorge gives Minho a countdown to apologize, eventually kicking him in the burnt spot on his leg when the apology lacks sincerity

Minho leads the group through the dark hallway, asking everyone to follow his voice to avoid going back through the Flat Trans

Aris suggests two theories: WICKED may be trying to breed or select the best individuals from both groups, or they may only want one group to survive

Thomas is overwhelmed by the situation with Teresa, Brenda, and the impending danger

The landscape is described as flat, lifeless, and brown

Newt expresses curiosity about what is really going on

Thomas considers sharing Teresa's message with Newt but decides against it

Brenda and Thomas acknowledge their differences and the awkwardness in their relationship

The group continues their journey towards the mountains as dawn breaks

Thomas feels awkwardness with Brenda and wishes things were different

Thomas clarifies that Teresa is not really his girlfriend, which upsets Brenda

The group sets off toward the mountains as the sun rises

Thomas has a conversation with Minho, and it yields new information

Thomas attempts to talk to Brenda, and they discuss their emotional conditions