“Because sometimes, we need a release. Sometimes, we need to know not everyone will hurt us.” She wiped her eyes. “But you don’t know me.”“I know enough to know that something guards you.” He shrugged, leaning against the railing.She walked over and stood next to him. “I have my reasons.”“Oh?”
#Chapter285Getting helpLexAfter the party, Major and Luna started hanging out. Maverick was making inroads with Larkin. Dad wanted to rip their heads off, but cooler heads prevailed with Ma and Nana. They pointed out that both Dad and Grampa were older than them.So, he made a compromise that the
God, I hope so because my sisters aren’t the easiest to deal with at all. Piper and I left to meet Lyric and Daniel at the movies. Ever since their first date, they’ve been inseparable. Where you find one, you’ll find the other. We got used to Daniel being around.He was a decent guy and treated Lyr
#Chapter286A Sister’s HomecomingLexIt was Homecoming weekend, and I knew I was taking Piper. How did I know? Because she’s my girl, that’s how. I couldn’t wait to see the dress she found. I know whatever she found, it would look stunning on her.Daniel asked Lyric. Mia and Lakin were going togeth
At that moment, she relaxed, and a slight smile curled upon her lips. Finally, Maverick made progress, whereas Lakin and Mia made way more progress away from the dance. Mia pressed her body against Lakin’s as she let her hands roam Lakin’s body while their lips connected.“Mia, we need to get back t
#Chapter287Things are getting a bit out of handLexThe five of us were navigating our way around with the people we were dating. The only issue is that we couldn’t keep our lips to ourselves. Larkin kept Maverick at arm’s length while Major kept Luna at arm’s length for obvious reasons.I was stan
He looked at her, then hauled off and punched Maverick. “Or not,” she said as Maverick laid on the floor.Jordan came downstairs to see Maverick on the floor and everyone else standing. “I guess he admitted he loves Larkin.”They looked at him as he walked over and helped Maverick up.“Now that you
#Chapter288A Sister’s fright night: A Halloween ChapterLexFor Halloween, we went to the school dance. What’s a better way to spend Halloween than hanging around sweaty teens in costumes?We had to coax Larkin to go. That was after she made up with our sisters. Yeah, my sisters can hold grudges li
#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