#Chapter252Bakery ChaosIt had been two weeks since everyone started helping at the bakery. It’s also been pure chaos. Nate and his brothers were something else with the baking. Marco was even more enjoyable.Let’s say that my brother gave a whole new meaning to flamboyant. He wouldn’t stop flirtin
#Chapter253Someone Goes Bump in The NightNash and I kicked things up a notch with sex. We wanted to have some fun, so I held up a pair of fuzzy handcuffs as I sat on top of him. I dangled them on my finger.“Don’t even think about it.”“Oh, come on, Nash. I can play the cop, and you can play the s
#Chapter254Forgive MeAfter Nash and Nixon talked to Marco, they explained to me what was going on. I wanted to be angry with Marco, but it made sense. He might be many things, but he doesn’t pick up on social cues.Jasper stayed with us for a few days. He came back after working a double one night
#Chapter255Nathan, Macey, and Two Makes FourThe months had flown by, and it was now November and Thanksgiving weekend. Nolan was home with Brook. We were getting ready for the holidays. I had gotten more prominent, so Nash and I had to get creative with sex.The bakery was doing well. The brothers
#Chapter256A Christmas Delivery for Noah and MarcySince I’m on bed rest and Nathan and Macey’s twins are a month old, Nash wanted to host Christmas at our house. Everyone agreed. Thank God because Christmas would suck if I had to stay in bed.Nate helped Nash find a tree and decorate it. Pat baked
“Whatever helps you sleep at night, brother,” Nixon said with an eye roll.Pat finished cooking dinner as Nate helped her. Nathan and Macey set the table as Nolan and Brook watched the twins. Christmas Eve was in full swing.After dinner, we’re opening gifts. We weren’t expecting two surprise arriva
#Chapter257Baby Shower Time!We survived the holidays, heading towards the baby shower. Our doctor’s visits became closer together since they needed to watch my progress. The doctor wanted to make sure we were okay.I’m due in a month, and today is Valentine’s Day, along with my baby shower. We spe
#Chapter258Here Come the QuintsWe made our way to the hospital with the others behind us. Nash pulled up in front of the entrance and helped me out of the car. The contractions were coming quickly and painful.He helped me inside as I screamed. “A little help here! My wife is in labor!” He said a
#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