#Chapter81Nolan GrayMaggieWith war declared between the brothers and me, who knew what would happen now? Nolan moved in for the kill. I walked to my locker when someone said, “Hey, Tits McGee! Did you lose something?”I turned around to see Nolan twirling one of my bras around on his finger. Wher
#Chapter82This SucksMaggieI needed to stay somewhere else, which I thought about my garage. The renters might have an issue with a stranger staying in the garage. I made my way to a bench, took a seat, and set my bags down. I dug through my purse, trying to find money, then found cash. I collecte
#Chapter83Sneaking InMaggie“How are we going to get past Ma and Dad with her bound and gagged along with her stuff?” Noah asked his brothers.“Are you thinking what I’m thinking?” Nash asked Nixon“Oh, yeah,” Nixon said.What is these twits planning?“What?” Nolan asked. They smiled. “Little bro
“Yep, we’re dead,” Nathan said.We heard thumping against the steps, along with running. Nolan ducked his head into the room. “Sorry, boys. But you’re on your own.” He left. A door slammed, with more footsteps following.“Oh, boys. We’d like a word with you.” Pat’s voice was sweet, which made it cre
#Chapter84Genuine Kindness or A GameMaggieSo, the entire week, the brothers have been decent to me. Even Nolan had stopped stealing my bras. Living with them wasn’t too bad. They still had their moments, but I got used to them.Seeing the brothers in action was even better. It fascinated me to se
“So, what things do you like?”“Oh, this and that.” I checked out stuff, trying to ignore Nash’s attempt at a conversation.“Anything specific?”“Nope.” I picked out a couple of pictures that I liked. “What do you think?” I held up the pictures.“They’re doable. Not what I expected.”“And what did y
#Chapter85To Fake or Not to Fake, That Is the QuestionMaggieI slept on the couch, snuggled in the blanket which I had bought.“Explain to me. Why did we do all that work so Maggie would sleep on the couch?” Nixon asked.“How the hell should I know? It’s not like I can read minds,” Nash said.“Sho
“Drop it, Maggie. That tool won’t even notice you,” Noah said.“You don’t know that. The other day, he talked and winked at me,” I said.“Did he have something in his eye?” Nathan asked.I gave Nathan an annoyed look.“He could have had something in his eye.” I shook my head. “Bryson will notice me
#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