How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
Let us begin, the Whisperer repeated, more insistently.
Not just yet, Reynie thought.
Let us begin.
First let me polish my spectacles,Reynie thought.
Let us begin.
Not without my bucket, Reynie insisted.[…]
Let us begin, let us begin, let us begin.
Rules and schools are tools for fools, Reynie thought. (36.46-54)
Um yeah… another tissue worthy scene. There are a few of those in these last chapters, and this is one of the best—this and the scene just a few pages later when Constance jumps into the chair and pulls a similar routine (with a bit more 'tude).
What we love about both of those moments is that both Reynie (here) and Constance (37.72-82) call upon their friendships to increase their strength and resist the Whisperer. It's beautiful, and it's funny, and it's great teamwork. If Mr. Curtain had anyone to fall back on, maybe he would have lasted a little longer—but there is definitely no curtain in team.