Greg wants to maintain gambling basketball, however, his dad wants him to cease and recognition on his research. Then, Greg meets Lemon Brown and finds out his treasure. It becomes harmonica and newspaper clippings that represented his son's love and recognition for him, even though they did now not get to look each different often. Greg then realized the significance of family. in the long run, Greg became excited to pay attention his father's lecture due to the fact he knew his father is scolding him because he loves him.
Mercedes is a supporting antagonist during Chapter 5. She is a spoiled and selfish woman, sister of Hal and wife of Charles. She is the only female who appears in the book, not counting Alice and Molly Miller (only slightly mentioned in the beginning).
