#Chapter339Suck it up, buttercup!Maverick“So, I take it you’ve been to jail a few times?” I asked Nixon.“A few? Pft, try about a dozen.” He laughed.I did a double-take.“Let me give you a piece of advice. When you get involved with a Gray, two things happen. One, you end up in jail. Two, there’
#Chapter340Back to school, we goLarkinWe returned to school and got settled. As soon as we did, I took off to see Maverick. I knocked on the door, and the minute he answered it, I jumped on him, knocking him to the ground.Michael walked by. “It’s nice to see you two falling for each other.”Mave
“Okay, okay. I’ll get one.” I sighed.“Good.” “So, what happened to you and Luna?” I asked Major.“She broke up with me. That’s what happened.” “Why?” “Not having sex means I don’t love her. What does sex have to do with anything?” “Because she’s insecure.” I shrugged.“I get that, but you know
#Chapter341FalloutMaverickI laid there on Marshall’s bed, feeling numb. I know this because I’m learning it. I also know what to do when things like this happen, yet I did the opposite.I didn’t want to see anyone but knew I needed someone. I couldn’t right now. While I laid there, staring at the
“Animals that we need to beat to death,” Lakin said. “Let me do the honors.” She cracked her knuckles.“Where is Maverick?” I asked.“On his way to the hospital if we know Nathan,” Nolan said.“I’ll go and see him,” I said, running out of the house. They ran after me as I got into the car. They stop
#Chapter342Day by dayLarkinThe hospital released Maverick, and our dad and uncles headed home. They said they had to take care of something at home.I helped Maverick into his house and got him settled into bed. Once he was all situated, I sat with him.“It’ll be okay,” I told Maverick.“You won’
#Chapter343Starting school and dealing with issuesLarkinBeep! Beep! Beep! Beep! Crash!I stirred as someone else rolled over, then popped up. I checked my phone, and my eyes widened.“Shit!” I said, running out of bed.Maverick sat up and rubbed his eyes.“What’s going on?” “We’re late!” He gla
“I didn’t realize it was that bad.” Major sighed.“You have an innate fear. Even though you know someone you love would never do that, you can’t help but feel that way. Trust is an enormous factor. Maverick was the first guy I even felt comfortable enough to touch me. There was something about him.
#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