She paused to look at the house, uncertain about her next move, when a footman in livery suddenly appeared running from the woods and loudly knocking at the door. Alice thought he was a footman because of his uniform but found his face resembled a fish. She observed two footmen with curly powdered hair opening the door, which made her curious about what was happening.

Curious about the commotion, Alice quietly moved closer from the woods to listen. She noticed the footmen's distinctive attire and expressions, which heightened her interest in the strange scene unfolding around her. This moment captures her wonder and curiosity about the bizarre world she finds herself in.