We broke from our kiss as I leaned in. “You’re mine, and I’ll take excellent care of you.” Then I leaned back, watching her face turn pink.“And what if I don’t want to be yours?” “Oh, you do because I’m the only one that has ever made you blush.” I smirked.She looked at me, wide-eyed. Michael 1
#Chapter317Jealousy is a bitchLyricAfter our parents left for home, we got settled into the rental house. I could do this. I could be with Michael.Ugh, I wish things were more straightforward than this. Why was I so scared? Why did I have doubts?The girls and I headed to town to have lunch and
Listen to me, Lyric. I don’t think Michael is like that. He’s a moral guy. You need to cool off and think with a clear head.I sniffled as he talked to me. We talked for a while until I stopped crying, then I hung up.“You know, it’s not all bad,” someone said.I saw a guy with auburn hair look at m
#Chapter318First official first dateLyricAfter what Michael told me, it shocked me. He is in love with me. Oh, my God, I thought.I tried to avoid the subject like the plague. Sure, I like Michael. But was I in love with him? I didn’t know.Tonight, he was taking me on a date. Our first official
“What?” He asked.“Nothing. It’s stupid.” I shook my head.He stopped and looked at me. “Tell me.”“I was thinking, here you lost four people and took care of others while trying to deal with your grief. Here I’m wallowing because I lost one.” I shook my head.“Lyric, it doesn’t matter how many peop
“Have you seen a doctor?” “No.” “You should go. Lyric, not eating isn’t healthy and damages your body.” “Larkin has a metabolic disorder, but hers is where she eats but never gains weight. Considering we came from the same egg, it’s possible to have a similar disorder.” “So, explain how that wor
#Chapter319Aww, you’re all soakedLyricThe next day, water woke me up, getting tossed onto me. I awoke startled to see Michael holding a bucket, along with Maverick. Both had stupid-looking grins on their faces.“Aww, you’re all soaked,” Maverick said.I glared at him.“It’s nice to see that I can
There was a knock at my door. I got up and answered it.“Can I help you?” I asked Nash.“No, but we can help you,” Nash said, standing there with four other guys. “Can we come in?”Before I answered, another said, “Sure we can.” They walked inside as I looked at them, then followed the five of them.
#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