Evil Wonder

The timer reached zero somewhere in Wonderland, and the final tick resonated with an almost unbelievable softness compared to everything else. The colorful playground surrounding Curse the kangaroo was the same, with its glittering structures, strange decorations, and toys scattered everywhere, but the atmosphere had changed. The usual sounds of Wonderland seemed to fade away one by one until only an awkward silence remained. Then, Wonder's voice echoed through the park.
"Oops!"
He paused before continuing, his tone almost amused rather than worried.
"Oh, this doesn't look good... Looks like someone's time has run out."
Her voice sounded almost playful. There was no urgency, no anger, and certainly no worry. She sounded like someone who had just realized that a game had reached its most exciting point. Nearby, there was a faint creak. Wonder's voice was heard again, this time closer.

"I guess I'll have to come and get you!"

Wonder's hat suddenly appeared nearby, resting innocently among the colorful children's toys. For a moment, nothing happened, and then Wonder stepped out of it with his usual wide, cheerful grin. But he looked bloody; several eyes appeared around his face. His posture was relaxed as he looked around, almost delighted with the situation, as if the end of time was something he had been eagerly anticipating. The expression was far too unsettling for what was about to happen.

"Ready or not!"

He vanished from sight almost immediately, and the chase began. Wonder darted through the playground at an astonishing speed, his laughter echoing among the brightly colored structures. There was something deeply unsettling about watching him move like that. The jolly host who used to stroll through Wonderland with exaggerated gestures had become something far more focused.