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
Nash walked over and stood next to him. “So, is it the six years age difference that bothers you, or are you scared to let someone in?” Nash shot him a glance as Jace glanced at him and sighed.“Nash, I don’t know what to do. There’s something about this girl, but she’s seventeen and still in high s
#Chapter229kiss her, you toolSaturday proved to be an exciting day, woken up by much commotion. I dressed, coming downstairs to the brothers and Jaime talking. I don’t want to know. Or do I? Eh, what the heck? It should liven up our Saturday.“Okay, so it’s set. Meet us at this address, and we’ll
“Jace, we can take it slow. With you here and me there, we don’t have to worry about anything happening.” She smiled. He chuckled, then moved a strand of wavy hair behind her ear.We stood there and watched them as Nixon said, “Kiss her, you tool!”They both stopped and looked at him. “Way to ruin a
#Chapter230Retro Dance: A Halloween ChapterFor Halloween, the school was having a retro dance. Everyone dressed up from whatever decade they wanted. We couldn’t choose the 2000s. Nash and I dressed in the 50s style. Everyone else chose different decades, ranging from the 20s to the 90s. The clothi
“Hello, Kate,” the Dean said.“Dean,” Kate said.“The students decided it would be a superb idea to fight.” The woman looked at us and chuckled, surprising the Dean.“What’s so funny?” The Dean asked.“Oh, Taylor, my nephews have done worse. At least, there wasn’t punch involved this time. Now, who
#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