Inside the Wall, Tim - imprisoned and tortured on the Dukes orders - is convinced by his cellmate Jean-Pierre to write letters calling for revolution. They are rescued by Cherie and her fellow rebels, and prepare to overthrow the Duke. Tim and Cherie spend a passionate night together, and copies of Tims letters spread throughout the Wall, drawing people to their cause; Cherie urges Tim to lead them. As the Duke addresses a congregation, his sheriff spots Tim in the crowd and attacks, killing Jean-Pierre. Tim unites the oppressed inhabitants of the Wall in an open rebellion. The Duke floods the lower levels, drowning countless people; a farmer named Steven is unable to save his beloved mouse, Molly.