Chapter 68

Summary

• Chapter 68 of "A History of the Jigsaw" focuses on the character Evar.
• Evar struggles with the realization that his life has changed dramatically with the reveal of the identities of the Soldier and the Assistant, who had raised him, as his companions, Livira and Malar.
• Distracted by the unfolding crisis, Evar tries to rescue Livira's friends from a calamity. Upon reaching the circle's center, he perceives that something is wrong with Livira and Malar.
• Livira, behaving strangely, confiscates the Soldier's sword and stabs herself in the palm. Evar attempts to help her but is too late as she collapses and disappears through a portal she drew with her blood.
• Evar follows Livira through the portal, finding himself in a chaotic scene back at the Exchange where refugees are being ushered to safety. Evar's brother, Mayland, suddenly appears and takes Yamala hostage.
• Despite attempts to negotiate Yamala's release, Mayland makes a startling proclamation about the library being the true enemy and breaks Yamala’s neck, triggering further havoc.
• Evar sees the chaos unfolding but is only focused on finding Livira. He charges towards the pool, ignoring the unfolding chaos, indicating his deep affection and guilt about leaving Livira to fight her battles alone.