#Chapter304IssuesDanielI sat in my room, staring at the acceptance letters from colleges. I should be ecstatic about getting accepted, but I wasn’t. I haven't been happy about a lot of things lately.The only thing I had looked forward to, was Lyric, but I was afraid she would grow tired of me an
I didn’t want to talk about college or the future. I wanted to live in the moment and spend time with Lyric. I needed the voices to stop.I went home. I walked in, and my dad met me. “Daniel?”“Yeah?” “Are you okay?” “Yeah, why wouldn’t I be?” “Son, your mother and I are worried about you. Ever s
#Chapter305Trust your instinctsLexSomething had been up with Daniel for the past few weeks. He had been acting happier than usual and told us he was going to the same school as us. Lyric was ecstatic, but none of it made sense. How does one go from being sullen to happy in a matter of days?I lai
#Chapter306PromPiperWith prom around the corner, people were crazy with prom frenzy. I couldn’t blame them since it was exciting, except I couldn’t get excited. Every time a formal dance rolled around, Roger told me no. This homecoming was the first dance I went to, and it was excellent.I took a
#Chapter307Finals and GraduationLexWith finals upon us, we had spent most of our nights studying. They banned everyone from our house until after graduation. Ma and Dad thought we needed to focus, so they could get us the hell out of here.We had other plans.They enlisted our uncles to guard us.
When they were five and used to dress him up in dresses, I still chuckle at that memory. I remember the fights, the yelling, the caring, and the hugs. I remember I love you, Daddy and Mommy, the bedtime stories, the laughter, the tears, and everything in between.They were our most significant achie
#Chapter308Oh, shit! The Quints are heading to collegeLexA few weeks after graduation, our parents threw a party for the seven of us at Nana’s and Grampa’s house. They invited everyone. The only person who didn’t come was Michael. I asked Piper about it, and she said he had to work.We all had an
#Chapter309Oh, God!What you’re about to read is to be taken seriously. No humor will be present during this Chapter. I recommend reader discretion. Thank you.Lex“Oh, God! Daniel!” Lyric said, rushing over to Daniel. We walked in to find him lying on the floor with a gun next to him and a single
#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