#Chapter391Summer at the bakeryLexPiper and I were working in the bakery, applying the skills we learned at school. That would help when we graduated next year. Plus, working alongside Dad was a dream.While Ma and Piper baked, we decorated. The bakery had become busier than usual. Uncle Noah and
#Chapter392Happy 95 birthday, Lucille, aka Grammy GrayLexToday was Grammy’s ninety-fifth birthday. Everyone came in for it. I met cousins I had never met before in my life. It was weird seeing everyone here. Even Uncle Marco, Uncle Jasper, and a guy named Paul came.I couldn’t believe how big our
#Chapter393Senior year and wedding planningLexSenior year came with craziness and wedding planning. What may you ask, did that mean? That between my sisters, cousins, and the Harpers, life was nuts. That also meant more visits from Dad and the brothers. Figures.We were also planning our weddings
#Chapter394Larkin and Maverick HarperLex“Lark? Why aren’t you dressed?” Dad asked.“Because I’m hungry, duh.” She rolled her eyes as she ate.Dad took her food from her and pointed to the upstairs. “March!”“Fine.” She went upstairs to get dressed.You would think my sister would be busy getting
#Chapter395Lakin and Mia GrayLexLarkin and Maverick returned from their honeymoon and had jet lag. Why? Because they fell asleep on the couch when they sat down. It’s a good thing the wedding wasn’t until tomorrow.Dad walked in to find them asleep and chuckled.They would move into their new hou
#Chapter396Heading to Myrtle BeachLexWe arrived at Myrtle Beach and made our way to the beach house. After we arrived, Lakin and Mia greeted us. We brought in our bags and took them to our rooms. Dad and Ma hired someone to get everything ready for tomorrow.We were all staying two weeks before h
#Chapter397Luna and Major HarperLexToday, Luna and Major were getting married. So, we dressed in casual beach attire. Thank God. For once, Luna was the only one that used her brain and was comfortable. I hated suits.Luna was wearing a simple white gown, and Major was wearing a white button-down
#Chapter398Lyric and Michael HarperLexWe returned home the day after Luna’s wedding, and it was nice to have downtime. Well, it might be downtime. We were putting the finishing touches on Lyric and Michael’s wedding.I helped Dad design Lyric’s cake while Nixon got the chapel ready for the weddin
#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