#Chapter224Here We Go AgainWe left City Hall and didn’t speak one word to each other. Cooler heads prevailed on this one. Sometimes, I had to wonder what the boys were thinking.We went to school to get our schedules and books. I wanted to put this idea far away from me. All I wanted to do was foc
“Yep.” She nodded.“Well, in that case, let me show you how assertive I am.” He wrapped his arm around the girl’s shoulder, leading her away.I watched as three boys ended up with three girls. Well, except Carson, who blew off Meg. That situation should be interesting.“And there goes the Gray charm
#Chapter225Things Are About to Get Ugly and So, Are YouI awoke to a commotion coming from downstairs. What in the world was going on? I rubbed my eyes and got up. I opened the door, making my way downstairs. I saw the brothers on top of Nash. What in the hell was going on?I walked downstairs unti
Before she said anything, he pulled her into a kiss. Things got heated as they ended up in her dorm room. As things progressed, he stopped.“Wait. Don’t stop. It was getting juicy,” Meg said while capturing Carson’s lips with her own. He pulled away and left. She sat there, shocked.He headed back t
#Chapter226Momma Dominique“Momma! What are you doing here?” Carson asked her. To say she scared him was an understatement. Dominique had that effect on her boys.“You boys need help,” she said. “Well, somewhat.” She walked over and checked out Gema and Becca. “Hm, you seem promising,” she said to
We ate, and Dominique said, “I hope if you’re planning on screwing my sons, you’re planning on getting married.” We choked on our food. Water, I need water.“Oh, was it something I said?” She asked.We took a drink of water from our glass.“Now, you three.” She zeroed in on Meg, Gema, and Becca. “Y
#Chapter227Hate Is Such A, Um, Well, never mindAfter the dinner with the demon spawn and their parents, school started with a bang. It happened with Meg and Carson. If they weren’t arguing, they were making out. It was beyond weird.Nash and I met up with Nolan and Brook to have lunch after class
#Chapter228Back-to-School PartyMarco, Jasper, and Paul threw a back-to-school party. Everyone went. Since most of us were with someone, we attended with our significant others. Jaime was looking to hook up with someone, dragging his brother along for the ride.We arrived and mingled. Nash and I st
#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