Flying monkeys?" the Gasman called out a guess. "Like in the Wizard of Oz?"It dawned on me then. "No," I said tersely "Worse.
The characters discuss the term "flying monkeys" and compare it to the familiar image from the Wizard of Oz, suggesting a playful or mocking tone. The Gasman makes a guess, hinting at a connection to the classic story, but the narrator quickly dismisses it with a firm statement.
The narrator clarifies that the situation is worse than the Oz reference, indicating a more serious or dangerous scenario. This exchange hints at escalating tension or danger within the story, emphasizing that the characters face more significant challenges than they initially thought.
