Chapters 28-33 Summary

In Chapter 28, for two weeks Melody and her team works hard for the two weeks leading up to the Washington competition. Melody is happy to learn she is part of the team that will compete, rather than being an alternate. The days before the competition are filled with chaos as Melody's family prepares for the trip. Melody buys cards for Mrs. V. and Catherine to thank them for their help. They pack and the day of the trip they leave early for the airport. However, when they arrive they learn their plane has been cancelled due to weather and that the rest of the team left on an earlier flight.

In Chapter 29, Melody lies in bed all day, depressed that her team would purposely leave her behind. Mr. Dimmings calls, but does not have a suitable excuse for his actions.

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