Summary

In Chapter 13, Ivy and her mother go through the house, ensuring that no rodents have created a mess. Ivy is also looking for any sign that the Yamamotos are spies. She discovers what seems to be a trap door at the back of a closet. She sees Mr. Ward driving away from the road out front.

In Chapter 14, Ivy decides she should plant flowers and vegetables around the Yamamoto house and make it seem that they were doing their best to look after it. Kenny Yamamoto is to visit soon and he will decide whether to sign the papers that will give Ivy's family the house and land in return for their work. While she is cleaning off the porch, she sees a boy rushing past on a bicycle. She is glad she does not have to rush.

In Chapter 15, Ivy...