I looked at Nash and Maggie.“Sometimes, we move past situations and find a better person. I did that with Brian and received a daughter in return,” I reasoned.Nash sighed. “I understand, but we have to talk to Lex and Larkin. They need to know, especially Lex,” Nash told me.“Give your kids more c
#Chapter539Trouble with a capital TPaxPat, Kaxon, and Mason met up with me in town. We walked around town until some dumbasses messed with us.“Look what we have here, boys,” one guy said, rubbing his hands together. “It seems the idiot train derailed and resulted in assholes.”Pat and I looked a
“Mr. and Mrs. Gray?” The Dean asked.“You betcha,” Maverick answered as Larkin elbowed him.I sat there, saying nothing because I’m hella confused.“I expected you to look different,” the Dean mentioned.“Well, we’re old,” Lark said.“Okay,” the Dean said, confused.“Let’s cut to the chase. Pax has
#Chapter540Well, this sucks a**PaxThe next day I got up and got ready. Pops stayed the night to make sure I showed up for my job. The others went to apply for jobs while I came downstairs, finding Pops waiting. He gestured me with his finger to follow him, and we went to the local bakery.Pops al
“I’ll pack and return with you, then I’ll figure out something when we get home,” I said to Pops, who furrowed his brows. “Your rules.” I turned and walked away.Someone hates me enough to make my life a living hell. As I walked, Pops caught up with me, stopping me.“Pax,” Pops said as I turned and
#Chapter541A new day, same old bullsh*tPaxI figured out my school and work schedule, which are my basics, and okay. Nik scheduled me for the evening. I started classes, keeping to myself. My brothers and cousins tried to talk to me, but I stayed to myself. I did in high school and now, college.M
I groaned, getting to my feet. Well, that will hurt like a bitch in the morning. I held my side as I walked to a house, trying to stop my bloody nose. Yeah, I can’t go home and explained to my brothers why I didn’t fight back. They wouldn’t listen, anyway.I can’t go to my cousins because they would
“Is that what you think?” Parker asked.“It’s what I know,” I answered.“Pax, no matter what, you’re wanted in this family. Yeah, we fight, but we’re brothers,” Payton assured me.“We know that’s bullshit. Let’s be realistic. Ma and Pops help you. I get punished for something that someone else did,”
#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