Crank Palace

Newt has faced the horrors of the Maze, the devastation of the Scorch, and the manipulations of WICKED alongside his friends. Now, he carries a burden he must confront alone: the Flare. Refusing to let Thomas and the others witness his descent into madness, Newt chooses to leave them behind. His journey leads him to the desolate Crank Palace, a place where the infected gather, abandoned and without hope. Unexpected encounters there begin to reshape his understanding of what it means to fight for life, even as his own mind unravels. This story offers an intimate look into Newt's final days, revealing his inner struggle and his search for meaning in a world consumed by disease. It delves into the emotional toll of the Flare, providing a perspective on the human spirit's resilience in the face of an inevitable end.