#Chapter526FinalsPaytonYou would think college would get more comfortable, but it doesn’t. We camped out, studying for finals. Afterward, we had to pack up since next year we’re moving to a new house. That also means the twins were coming to school along with Kaxon and Mason.Kaxon and Mason were
“Why do I have a feeling next year is going to get crazy?” Kaxon asked as we looked at Mason.“It’s not my fault people can’t take a joke. I thought the cherry bomb in the toilet was funny,” Mason mentioned with a shrug.“That our parents blamed us,” I reminded him.“Yeah, and I got the blame when y
#Chapter527The first year in the bagPayton“Hurry,” I yelled as I walked by the bedrooms as everyone grabbed their bags. If we delayed our leaving, Pops would kill us.“Chill, you’re starting to sound like Pops,” Parker remarked. He came downstairs, followed by Selena and Shaun.“Then you explain
#Chapter528The crazy gene derailedJesse“Are you in here, Jesse?” I heard Skylar yell.“Yeah,” I said as I stood there, looking through some information. Skylar bounded into my room as she usually does.“So, I was thinking,” Skylar said.“That’s your first mistake,” I retorted with a smirked as sh
#Chapter529Spending time togetherPaytonI wanted to spend time with Josie without interruptions. I picked her up and drove until I turned onto a dirt road, pulling up to a spot. I parked the car and got out.“Where are we?” Josie asked, getting out of the car.I popped the trunk then pulled out a
I dove in as Josie inched into the water. I appeared and wiped the water off my face. I watched Josie as she made faces and entered the water. I chuckled.“You know, the slower you go, the colder it is!” I yelled.“Payton, the water is freezing!” Josie yelled.I swam toward Josie and stood up. I wal
#Chapter530Brother and sister talkPaytonI picked up the keys from Grandpa and a list of instructions of what not to do when we went to the cabin. It seems Grampa Nate wanted the cabin intact while we stayed there. Lucky for them, I wasn’t taking my brothers with me.I packed a bag of clothes and
#Chapter531A trip to the cabinJosieWe pulled up to the cabin and got out of the car. We grabbed our bags and went inside, finding a bedroom. We tossed our bags down, then left. Payton showed me where everything is in the cabin. He made the tour quick since we had to go to town to pick up food.We
#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