#Chapter467A new understandingParkerAs I stayed with Selena, we reached a new understanding. She didn’t jump to conclusions, and I didn’t feel the need to buy her a trampoline. Although my parents weren’t exactly ecstatic to find out we missed school. They were even more upset to find out the rea
#Chapter468Dating sucksPattonI showed up at the movie theater, waiting on Britt. We had been talking for a while, and I was getting used to talking to her. Usually, I wouldn’t even ask a girl out on a date, but there was something about her. She was a lot different from most of the girls I made o
“Okay, I don’t plan on getting married, like ever. A date would be nice,” I suggested.“Give it time. When the right girl comes along, you’ll know it,” he advised me.Who knows when and if that would ever happen? The way my luck was going, I doubt it. We sat there and talked for a while; then, he to
#Chapter469Dealing with an annoyanceParkerAfter taking care of Selena, I took care of a minor problem. I knocked on a front door, and as soon as it opened, my fist went flying, and they went down.I stepped inside as Shaun rubbed his jaw while lying on the floor. Then I heard that familiar screec
I sat there, feeling more annoyed. All I wanted to do was open this bottle and drink.“Let me explain how this ends up. You lose control and end up in rehab admitting that you’re an alcoholic. I’m sure you’re already there,” he told me.“How the hell would you know?” I asked him.“Because I was arou
#Chapter470We all got problemsParkerMy parents and I talked. I told them everything. Uncle Nixon said it would help if I wanted to get sober. To say it stunned them didn’t even describe their reaction.“I know you’re both disappointed in me,” I saidMa cut interrupted me, “Parker, we’re not disap
“I know, but you didn’t deserve what my sister and I did to you either. I’m sorry,” he apologized to me. “All I can say is I was in a terrible place. It’s no excuse, but it’s the truth.” With that, he walked away.I stood there as I watched him. You never know what someone is going through until you
#Chapter471Oh sh*t, here we go againSelenaI awoke with excruciating pain as I felt my uterus ripped into two. Ugh, freaking cramps. I dragged my butt out of bed and went to get a pad along with ibuprofen. As soon as I took them, I went back to bed.A few minutes later, I felt something land on me
#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