#Chapter290FireLexAfter school, Lakin and I got stuck helping at the bakery. I prefer to spend time with my girlfriend. Dad thought kissing and making out with your girlfriend wasn’t productive. I disagree.I was helping in the kitchen while Lakin watched the counter and waited on customers. Kaid
I pulled her to me and held her, which was enough. She wrapped her arms around my neck as I wrapped my arms around her waist, laying my head on her chest. She ran her hands through my hair. It was a comforting feeling.*****PiperI know Lex was uneasy about what I told him. He had every right to be
“So, you kept us in the dark. Yeah, real smart there, Daddy-O,” Luna said.“Luna,” Nash said with a look.“No, Dad. You don’t get to be angry. We’re allowed to be angry. First Larkin, then Lex, next Luna, and finally Lakin, which means I’m also on the hit parade with this nut,” Lyric said.“Yeah, bu
#Chapter291AftermathLexAfter the fire, Ma and Dad had to meet with the Fire Marshall. The insurance company wanted an investigation, finding out what caused the fire at the bakery before submitting a claim.My sisters weren’t talking to my parents or uncles. I could see their point, but I could a
She zeroed in on Larkin. “So, let me get this straight, someone attacked you, but you think you’re the only one who knows how it feels, right? Newsflash deary, you aren’t the only person someone has assaulted. They also assaulted your nana.”Nana shrugged.“And you.” She looked at Luna. “Your mother
#Chapter292A Thanksgiving birthdayPiperNash and Maggie invited my family and me to Thanksgiving. We’re celebrating Marshall and Murphy’s eighteenth birthday.We packed the house with everyone except for Michael. He couldn’t make it for some weird reason. Sometimes, I didn’t know what was going on
Didn’t she learn anything with Sherry? She didn’t.I knew with Piper that I wanted to make sure there were no interruptions by anyone, and we were both ready. You only get one first time. Unfortunately, my sisters didn’t get the memo.Besides myself, Lyric and Luna were still virgins. Well, I though
#Chapter293A Christmas BirthdayLex“What do you mean you’re in Tennessee?” Dad asked while on the phone.I had a wedding to perform. Why the hell do you think I’m in Tennessee? Because I enjoy being in Hicksville. No, I don’t. And on top of it, I’m with that tool, Frazier. Oh, Nixie boy, rub my fe
#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