“Oh, I did,” I said.Parker answered the door and found the sisters standing there.“Well, our crazy aunts are here,” Park announced as Larkin smacked him, then hugged Parker. Lyric, Lakin, and Luna did the same, then Lyric and Luna hugged their kids.The sisters walked over to Lex. “Always late to
#Chapter543Family reunionPattyEveryone returned for Dominique’s funeral. It was crazy seeing how the family grew, but it was nice to see the kids again, along with the brothers. When Cayson arrived, I hugged him, and he cried. Dominique was the one person who helped shaped Cayson into the man he
“Consider the source and ignore it,” I heard someone say as I looked to see Cayson sit down at the table with me.“I’m sorry about Aunt Dominique,” I said, shifting in my seat.“Yeah, I am, too, but Dom was a special person. I was a mess when I met her. I didn’t have any direction and took Dom’s foo
#Chapter544Someone is getting kidnappedPaxWe returned to school, work, and courses. My brothers and cousins enjoyed their time at school with their significant others. I had school and work to keep me busy.One night, my brothers and cousins went to some college party while I stayed home. If some
“Look, I know I hurt you, but I don’t see you like an animal. Yes, it shocked me what you did, but I found out from others the bullshit that Sable did to you. I regret hurting you in high school because I hid who I was. I hurt you countless times, and for that, I’m sorry. The worst part is that I wi
#Chapter545Actions speak louder than wordsPaxI came downstairs and opened the front door as a guy stood there holding flowers.“Are you Paxton Gray?” The guy asked me.“Yeah,” I answered, looking at the guy funny.“These are for you,” the guy said, handing me the flowers, then leaving.“Uh, thank
“Wait,” I said.Shaun stopped and turned as I walked towards him. “Pax,” Shaun said as I placed my hands on his face and leaned in to kiss him.Shaun hesitated but kissed me back as I deepened the kiss. He placed his hands on my back as we continued to kiss. It was a long-awaited kiss.After a few m
#Chapter546HelpPaxI woke up and looked around, noticing the hospital room. I went to raise my arm with something preventing me, then I saw it, restraints. What the hell?“I see that you’re awake. How was your nap?” Someone asked.I looked to see Larkin sitting in a chair next to the bed.“I don’t
#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