#Chapter412It’s all good when you’re conspiring togetherLexI wanted to meet the girl involved with me in high school. But I couldn’t help but feel drawn to Piper. I was expecting too much for her to introduce us. What if it wasn’t what I expected? Then again, Piper is engaged. However, she hadn’t
#Chapter413Lock them up, boys and girls!LexToday is Sunday, and Dad needed to stop by the bakery for something. He asked me if I wanted to go with him, and I didn’t hesitate. There was something that drew me there, and it felt like a second home.We arrived, and he unlocked the door. Then, follow
#Chapter414Getting to know PiperLexI sat in a house on a couch as Piper brought us something to drink. I saw photo frames and noticed pictures of different people. Then I came to one and picked it up.Staring at it, she walked over and stood there. It was a picture of us.“That was the day you pr
#Chapter415When you come back to meLexBefore I could do anything with Piper, I needed help with something. So, I went to the one person who could help me.“Hey, Dad?” I walked into the kitchen.“What’s up, Lex?” “Could you help me with something? I thought that if I planned on getting to know Pi
#Chapter416Love never diesLexDad taught me how to drive, which I got better at to ask Piper out the right way. Even though we’re engaged, I wanted to do this right.At the bakery, Piper and I would talk and give each other looks. Neither of us could stop smiling, knowing how we enjoyed being in e
#Chapter417Damn, son, you need to get a move onLexPiper and I started spending more time together. We kept it simple. I wanted to get to know her better before going further with her, so I continued hand-holding and kissing. In this family, they thought I was a snail.“Lex, you need to speed thin
#Chapter418Making up for lost timeLexThe next day, I awoke in bed alone. Grabbing my phone, I had several missed calls and texts from my family. Shit. I had gotten so caught up in the moment with Piper that I forgot to let my parents know where I was. I called them, and the minute Dad answered, I
#Chapter419Unsettling newsLexToday, Uncle Nathan was having a birthday party for Marshall and Murphy. The entire family was attending. I brought Piper to the party. We arrived, and everyone greeted us. My cousins spoke to me, along with my uncles and aunts. I talked to my parents, siblings, and g
#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