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The Scorch Trials Chapter 27

By James Dashner

Chapter 27

Thomas and Jorge enter a really dark room, and Jorge tries to maintain the whole tough-guy persona.
The plan: Thomas will tell Jorge everything. That way, maybe Jorge will understand.
As Thomas tells his story, Jorge doesn't really seem either confused or understanding; he just stares blankly.
At the end, Thomas gives his ultimatum: Jorge needs to help the kids get to the safe haven. If he helps, then maybe he'll be cured from the Flare, just as they will be.
Then it's Jorge's turn to talk. Apparently the Flare works in stages. He has just caught it recently, along with some of the other Cranks.
Oh, and the Cranks don't even have any of the numbing agent—which apparently exists—called the Bliss.
WICKED also sent Jorge and the others to the city, so at least they have that in common.
Eventually, Jorge agrees to Thomas's deal, as it's logical for him to agree. Plus, he sort of likes Thomas for being honest and brave.
But Jorge's such a stick in the mud: he tells Thomas he'll agree only if he can kill Minho.

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