Summary

In Chapter 35, Helen entered the sitting room as Olivia made her way to sneak out for the night. When she met Washington DeWight that evening, they went to dinner at a crowded restaurant. The waiter led them up to the roof where a private table had been set up. As they ate, DeWight explained that he and the other activists were “heading to Philadelphia in a few days, then on to the Capitol” (300). Olivia was startled and frustrated that he had not told her sooner. However, when he suggested she join them, Olivia imagined leaving Chicago for the first time and began making a to-do list in her head as they kissed. When she returned home in the early morning, Helen was sitting at her vanity. Olivia confided her relationship with DeWight to her sister and Helen reciprocated by telling Olivia about...