#Chapter13How sweet it isLucilleAfter that day at the Gray’s house, I pursued becoming a beautician. I put in my two weeks’ notice and signed up for beauty school. My parents thought I was insane. Why not enjoy your job?Plus, Grayson’s leaving to work at the new factory. I wanted more in my life
#Chapter14Happy Birthday, Mother GrayLucilleAfter that day, Gray contacted the beauty school. I’m not sure what he said to them. They welcomed me back and fired that floozy. If a woman messes with my man, expect bat shit crazy to emerge.I’m not like most girls. I refused to deal with games that
#Chapter15Our first Christmas together, maybeLucilleOne holiday I loved the most is Christmas since it’s the best holiday. For twenty-five days, you enjoy the snow, twinkling lights, and Christmas music. On the twenty-sixth day, the snow can disappear.I graduated from beauty school and got a job
#Chapter16Setting a date and planningLucilleGrayson and my relationship got better. We still had our moments, and I was still learning to control my temper. We argued, and I dumped a plate of mashed potatoes on him. He retaliated and threw gravy at me. Food would be an issue with us.We also set
#Chapter17Our weddingLucilleToday was our wedding day, and I seemed calm. Whom am I kidding? I’m a nervous wreck.I got ready and paced. My parents chuckled since they had married. I had many thoughts running through my mind. What if I suck as a wife?I didn’t want to get married and blow this ma
#Chapter18Hawaiian honeymoonLucilleWe got up with our bags packed to leave for our honeymoon. Grayson surprised me with a trip to Hawaii. He wanted me to have beautiful memories. I tried to figure out how to avoid the nighttime with him.After last night, I wasn’t ready to try again. No, sir. Sex
#Chapter19Settling into Married LifeLucilleWe returned from our honeymoon, settling into married life. I moved into Grayson’s apartment, which suited us. We’ll find another place later.I also had to learn how to cook. I cooked a few meals. I got a cookbook as a wedding gift, so that was step one
#Chapter20There are holidays, then there are holidays with LucilleGraysonAfter getting over our rough patch between us, our marriage improved. I’m learning a crucial detail with Lucille. Never piss her off because it’s not pretty.Most girls would cry or run to Mom and Dad. Lucille wasn’t like th
#Chapter654Happy anniversary, Patty and NateMaggieWe got back, and everyone got settled. The boys went to pick up family members from the airport. The girls and I checked the hall to make sure everything is ready. Lyric and Larkin brought the cake and desserts. Lakin and Luna helped Lex and Nash
“That’s why I became a pastry chef,” I said, surprising Dad. “You taught me you could love what you do and make people happy. You were patient with me and never raised your voice while encouraging me.”“You had this shyness to you that people didn’t understand. It didn’t matter because I did,” Dad s
#Chapter653GraduationPresleyIn the next few weeks, we spent studying for finals as Payton, Parker, and Markus finished school. Our parents were coming in along with the brothers and sisters. They had to pick up their caps and gowns for graduation.After my last final, I came home and collapsed on
Pax looked at me and arched an eyebrow.“Okay, we had a lot of issues, but it’s time to put those issues to rest,” I reasoned.“I didn’t understand why we didn’t get along growing up,” Pax said to me.“Because brothers fight, but it doesn’t mean I wouldn’t protect you if someone else hurts you,” I r
#Chapter652ResolutionKayleeWe returned from our trip, and Caleb called us down to the station. I didn’t know what to expect coming into the station. Presley and I entered and stopped. I looked at the station, remembering what happened.“Are you okay?” Presley asked me.I sighed. “I didn’t underst
Markus walked as he dragged me behind him until we were out of earshot from everyone. He released my arm.“If you want to redeem yourself, then you and I are working together,” Markus informed me.“Redeem me with what?” I asked.“Nora,” Markus told me.“I apologized to Nora. We’re good,” I replied.
#Chapter651Spring break funPresleyWe spent the rest of spring break kicking back and having fun. We needed it after the few years we had. My brothers and I faced off against our cousins, Shaun, and Hayden in beach volleyball.The girls hung out and talked. Now, here is the issue with our girls. T
I looked at Josie, who talked to Selena. I ignored a girl because I had issues, and it turned out to be the best thing for me.I almost lost my chance with someone incredible because I didn’t see Josie. It took her to open my eyes before I lost my chance.Josie looked at me, and I smiled. “What?” Jo
#Chapter650Spring breakPresleyWe went to Myrtle Beach for spring break since our family owns a beach house. Plus, I thought Kaylee could use the distraction. Jaime was still working on the case with Martinez. His lawyer wasn’t budging.Caleb thought it was best if Kaylee didn’t return to work unt