#Chapter160OH, NO. NOT YOU TWO!MaggieWe got through our first few weeks while staying sane. The doctor had removed the stitches after my head had healed, with the headaches dispersing.We were getting used to college life. It was strange to only go to school four days a week. It wasn’t too bad, t
“So, you’re twins?” Jasper asked.“The last time we checked,” Noah said.“And there’s five of you, total?” Paul asked.“Yep,” they both said.“Where is Nolan?” Nash asked.“There’s a funny story about Nolan. He got caught with a girl in his room by Ma,” Nathan said.“What do you mean he got caught?”
#Chapter161DIGGING FOR the TRUTHMaggieEverything returned to normal after the twins had left. I was busy with my classes, as was everyone else. Nash, Nixon, and Jace were busy trying to uncover the truth about Marco.*****NashWe searched Marco’s room while looking under the bed and in the close
“Fine.” He shrugged.“The things I do for people.” I walked away.*****MaggieEveryone was acting weirder than usual today when I came home. If I didn’t know any better, Nash, Nixon, Jace, and Marco were hiding something from me. It’s that, or they were big weirdos.Kat and I watched a movie in the
#Chapter162HIDING THE TRUTHMaggieAs the weeks passed, the boys were acting weirder than usual. I’d say they were on drugs if I didn’t know any better. Although, I don’t think they do drugs.I thought about whether our college homecoming would be an epic failure like my senior year with homecoming
#Chapter163SHOPPING AND HOMECOMINGMaggieKat, Marco, and I shopped for dresses for Kat and me. We walked to town since the house wasn’t that far, and it gave Kat and me a chance to check out the area. They had a movie theater, diner, bakery, clothing stores, and bookstores.We made our way to a cl
“Maggie is an annoying pain in the ass. But she didn’t deserve what happened to her throughout the years,” Nixon said.“It’s true. Maggie deserves better than what she got,” Kat said.I stood at the top of the stairs, listened to them, and smiled. It was nice to hear these things from them. The Gray
#Chapter164I SEE STUPID PEOPLEMaggieI woke up the next day with my hand throbbing. I saw it wrapped with a splint. Fantastic. Then I remembered what happened last night. Did I punch the quarterback of the football team in the nose? Yes, I did — homophobic jerk.Nash was still sleeping. I sat up,
#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