#Chapter334Heading into the homestretchLyricSpring break ended. Things returned to normal. We had finals to contend with before going home. That meant our parents would arrive to bring us home.It had been one heck of a year with everything I had been through with Daniel and school. But I came ou
#Chapter335You, sir, are a twitLarkinI awoke to see Maverick smiling at me. “That is kind of creepy.”“I don’t think so. It’s nice to wake up to a smile.” Maverick shrugged.I furrowed my brows at him, then looked at my clock. It was eight in the morning, so I did what any college kid on summer b
“You’re wondering how I became the person I am now.” I won’t lie. This chick is smart.“When I was sixteen, I was innocent and naïve. I met a guy, and my brother didn’t like him. I didn’t understand why. He was everything a girl could want in a guy. He was charming, nice, hot, and thought I was the
#Chapter336What do you say?LarkinMy heart was beating out of my chest. Maverick asked me to be his girlfriend. I remembered what Elena said, “The right one will catch you. They will protect you. They will be the one who loves you when you’re damaged.”Maverick loved me even when I didn’t love mys
#Chapter337Help is on the way!LarkinSpending time in this place wasn’t bad. It’s not my first choice. What can you do? It took me a few days to open. I wasn’t like the others and didn’t need to tell them my life story.Ma, Dad, my siblings, grandparents, and the others visited me every day. Maver
The reason I’m saying this is the same thing happened to me in prison. I screamed and cried, only to hear my screams for help go unheard. Every night is the same. I deserve it, though.You never realize how horrible you are until you come face to face with the same situation when you’re on the recei
#Chapter338Beach partyLarkinWe gathered our stuff for a beach party. I didn’t want to wear a swimsuit, so I dressed in an airy dress. All I wanted to do was have fun. It had been a while since I could enjoy myself.We made our way to the beach, where more people had gathered. Maverick and I got o
“It looks like it,” Michael said.The doctor came out to talk to Michael, along with Major.I stood there, lost. It can’t happen to Maverick because he is a good guy. Why him of all people?The doctor finished and went back through the double doors. Michael and Major walked over. “Well?” Dad asked.
#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