After finishing my breakfast, I took my plate to the kitchen and overheard Nate talking with someone.“Brian, please don’t do this to her. Yes, we said we would take her. You said you would be back. You can’t do this. She’s your daughter. What do you mean, it’s not your problem anymore? Fine. You ha
#Chapter93First Date MishapsMaggieI still couldn’t believe I was going on a date with Nash. It was weird. I grew up next to him my entire life. He and his brothers used to run over my barbies with their remote-control cars. Now I’m going on a date with him. He was my first kiss. Yep, the infamous
“Nolan, you’re such a perv!” Nixon said. Noah hauled off and smacked Nolan on the back of his head.“Welcome to the family, Mags.” I arched an eyebrow and groaned. Welcome to the family, indeed.*****We snuck out of the movie theater before the boys caught us, and Nash drove us to a secluded spot
#Chapter94Blue BallsMaggieAfter our date, Nash and I hung out more. We threw in kissing here and there, but we kept it PG and simple. It’s easier than dealing with prying eyes, aka the brothers.Nash and I enjoyed our new couple hood. Nathan had issues of his own with Macey as he got rambunctious
I took a seat next to him. “Being a virgin isn’t a terrible thing, but you haven’t learned proper control.”“How did you learn?” “It helps to think of something that turns you off.” “Is that what you do?” “Yeah, or I handle my business if you catch my drift.”“I’m glad you two are bonding, but I
#Chapter95Blue LipsMaggieNash, Nixon, and I stood in the local grocery store's bakery section in front of glass cases.“A cake?” I asked.“Yep,” they both said.“Why a cake?” I’m confused with the whole theory of getting a cake for something like blue balls until they explained it to me.“Because
“Now, excuse me. I have a matter with ole blue balls himself.” Dad left the room. I put his hand up to stop Mags from saying anything else.Then we heard yelling from Noah’s room. We hurried to the door to listen.“But Dad!” Noah said.“I don’t give a shit, Noah! You had no right to say those words!
#Chapter96Scare Fest with The Grays: A Halloween ChapterMaggieDo you know what’s scarier than horror movies and ghosts on Halloween? It’s Halloween with the Grays. They go all out for it since it’s their favorite holiday in the whole wide world. They love to scare people.As a kid, I went trick o
#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