#Chapter496Honesty is the best policyPaytonThe next day, I went to find Josie and found her talking to a guy. She laughed with him. I thought about turning around, but I’m a Gray and refuse to let this beat me.I walked over to her as they talked.“Excuse me,” I said as I took her hand and dragge
#Chapter497New tacticPaytonI thought about what everyone said and refuse to give up on a challenge such as Josie. She may think this is over, but it’s not. I’ve never had a girl refuse to date me ever. I would not sit back and watch it happened.I found Josie in a bookstore. I strolled over to he
#Chapter498Not everyone has good intentionsJosieClasses started, and I couldn’t wait. I’ve dreamed of going to college since I started high school. I wanted to work at a publishing company when I graduated. I sat in class, and a guy sat down next to me. I glanced at him, and he smiled at me. I sm
“Move, geek,” one guy said.“Damn, you’re hideous,” a girl laughed.Someone dumped their drink on me. “Oops, my bad,” the person snickered.I said nothing but left as I ran into Parker and Payton. That is such my luck today.“Josie?” Parker said as he furrowed his brows at me.“Oh, hey, Parker. Payt
#Chapter499I got you a SlurpeeJosieAfter talking to Payton, I treated it like hanging out. I didn’t want to read anything into it. I went to classes and spoke to Britt, along with Parker and Selena. I figure I wouldn’t have to deal with issues.I was walking on campus as I saw Payton sitting on a
#Chapter500Fancy meeting you hereJosieI got up and got ready, then grabbed my bag, leaving the door room. I walked down the hallway and made my way downstairs. I pushed opened the building door to see Payton sitting on a half wall. I walked over to him.“You know stalking is illegal,” I reminded
JosieI went to classes, then met up with Britt.“Why do you look like someone shot your dog?” She asked me.I gave her a strange look. “I don’t own a dog,” I told her. She laughed.“Josie, it’s a figure of expression,” she said.“Well, Payton went with me to get coffee this morning,” I mentioned.“
#Chapter501Jealousy is a bitchJosieDid you ever have that moment that felt like you were in an alternate universe? I am having one right now. Selena suggested having a movie marathon at the house she’s staying at with Parker, Payton, and Shaun. I invited Britt, so I didn’t have to worry about fee
#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