#Chapter478Everyone needs help, even the ones you least expectParkerI ran after Shaun and caught up with him. I stopped him as he looked at me.“Look, I know we rarely get along, but you shouldn’t be alone,” I reasoned as he looked at me.“Why not? It’s not like anyone cares anyway,” he said. I s
“And things were good between you both after that?” I asked him.“He still drives me up the wall along with his brother Frack, aka Kain. The thing is, no matter what, I love my boys even if one is light in the loafers,” he commented as I looked at him. Then he smirked. This guy was bizarre.“Nix, wh
#Chapter479We’re getting company againParkerShawn sat on the couch, bound and gagged after grandpa and our uncles brought him into the house. We stood there as ma and pops figured out why?“Let me get this straight. You kidnapped someone and brought the person here, hoping that they relent and st
It took Pops to help us break it up as we got them separated.“What the hell is going on in here?” Pops yelled as we stood there. “I won’t ask again. Now, someone better tell me.” He demanded.“It seems Shaun and his siblings targeted Pax, humiliating him,” I told him as he looked at me, then looked
#Chapter480A sweet LoveParkerFor Valentine’s Day, I took Selena to the bakery to spend the evening with her. She loves cupcakes, and I love her. So, what better way than spending it in a place that makes her happy?My brothers had no plans. I figure this would give me a chance to spend some time
SelenaI tried to get Parker to stop, but he pushed me away. That worried me. I walked over to the Grays.“Excuse me,” I said to them, getting their attention. “The fire was my fault; I was the one that knocked over the candle when I grabbed my coat, not realizing I did. Parker was already out the d
#Chapter481No one’s allowed to run away againParkerI pulled into the driveway and turned to look at Selena, who was smiling.“Why are you grinning?” I asked her.“Because you didn’t have to tie me up,” she giggled.I rolled my eyes. “That would be the rest of my crazy family. I prefer less brutal
#Chapter482Making amends, maybePaxSince Ma banned everyone from running away, which sucked, we had to learn how to get along in the house. My brothers put the past behind them with Shaun, except that I wasn’t that guy. No offense, but the dude did some stupid shit to me.I tried to ignore him in
#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