“But you’re mean!” “No, I’m not. I was wrong for what I did to you, and I’m sorry.” “But why? Why did you do it?” “Because I was angry and hurt. I was thirteen and took it out on you when you did nothing wrong. You didn’t deserve it.” I broke down and cried in his arms. I wanted people to like m
#Chapter328Assuming makes an ass out of you and meLyricAs the days flew, it wouldn’t be long until finals were upon us and Christmas break. Maverick and Larkin were taking things slowly and getting to know each other. Slow was good for them.Lex and Piper were still going strong, and I was happy
“Lake, Lyric has to realize that not everyone will set out to hurt her.” “I know, but seeing her the night she found Daniel, I had never seen someone so broken. It was like each of us felt her pain. A pain so great you can’t breathe.” I took a seat on the couch.Mia joined me.“Lyric is the stronge
#Chapter329The invitationLyricAfter that day, Michael and I grew closer and more in love. I could finally move forward from Daniel. Being with Michael was everything I had hoped for and more. Michael was so different from anyone I had ever met. He was enough for me.We hung out at his house on th
*****In the car, I sat there, staring out of the car window, deep in thought.“Want to talk about it?” Lex asked.“Nope, I want to go home and take a bath.” I continued to look out of the car window. I should have listened to my gut. Once again, I look like the twit.When we got home, I faked a smi
#Chapter330Holly: A Christmas ChapterLyricFinals were over, and we headed home for the holidays. It made me happy to know I wouldn’t be alone for a holiday, thinking about Daniel. Sure, Michael and I might have our difficulties, but we work things out. Neither of us is perfect, which is fine by m
We turned to see our uncles, which we ran to them. We all talked at once as they listened and laughed. We missed them so much.Noah pulled me aside. “So?”“I’m happy.” I grinned.“I’m glad. I worry about you.” “I know. The past few months have been rough. I didn’t think I would ever get through it
She walked over to me. “They’re amazing. You have genuine talent, Michael.”“I wanted to show them to you before the art museum opened the exhibit.” “You’re showcasing them?” “Yes, the money will help with my family’s schooling.” “I thought your parents left you and your family life insurance mon