I leaned against a railing when two arms slid around me.“Hi,” I said.“Hi.” “I’m not even going to ask how you found me.” Michael nuzzled into my neck as I leaned my head back. I loved this feeling. Michael had a calming effect on me, which was nice.“Did you eat?” “A little.” Then Michael pull
#Chapter323Taking it easyLyricThe night of homecoming, I ended up staying the night at Michael’s place. The evening exhausted me, and he wanted to make sure I ate something. The day had taken an emotional toll on me. It usually does when people set out to make your life harder than needed. Do you
*****MichaelI came up to check on Lyric to see if she was awake. Yesterday was a rough day for her. I didn’t understand how people can be so cold and callous towards someone because they can.No one has a right to be nasty because they think they have the right. Everyone has a battle they’re fight
#Chapter324Surprise!LyricHow did I get roped into this situation? Oh, that is right. Michael has a weird charm that makes you want to help him. I swear he was getting it later.I came home and got tackled by everyone. After the million questions and yelling, I found my footing. Now to figure out
With that, I went into the diner.*****MichaelAs I watched Lyric go into the diner, I had to wonder if there was more to Larkin’s reasons than anyone realized. It was time to find out.We ate and talked. Lyric is right. Larkin guarded herself, and Maverick was dying, trying to make conversation. I
#Chapter325Boo! A Halloween ChapterLyricToday is Halloween, and everyone was in full scary mode. Halloween is our thing. We enjoy everything about it. However, my mind lingered with the day.I couldn’t help it. I thought about Daniel until Michael scared the shit out of me.“That’s not funny,” I
I enjoyed listening to the old bird. Grammy was insightful about life where others weren’t. She knew who was decent and who wasn’t.I went to find Lyric after Grammy caught wind of the others. I figure I’d let her have time with her family.I found Lyric in the kitchen, pouring a cup of coffee. I wa
#Chapter326Our past can haunt us if we let itLyric“Lyric!” Arms held me as I screamed and babbled. Oh, my God! That was a hellish nightmare.“Lyric! It’s me, Michael. Open your eyes.” I opened my eyes, glancing around the room. Everyone was staring at me as Grampa and Nana came downstairs.I bu
#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