I got into the car, took one last look at the house along with campus, and left. I made a call while on the road.PaytonWe set up for the party, and I got a call from Matthew.“What?” I asked. Matthew explained his decision, and I understood. Out of us, Matthew enjoyed working on cars. He took afte
#Chapter565Reinforcements to the rescueKaxonDo you know how, when something explodes, you take cover? Well, that didn’t matter. My old man showed up along with cousins Maverick, Larkin, Major, Luna, and Lex. Britt went to take care of Nora while the rest of us dealt with the adults.I let the oth
“Dad found out about Pat, then Nora’s thing with Mason. He threatened to pull funding for school if he finds out that we go near the Gray family,” I said with annoyance.“No worries there. It’s not like I have a reason to go near that family,” Nora said as we looked at her. “Dad wins, and we lose.”
#Chapter566Unexpected friendshipSkylarWe started the new semester. I followed Dad’s advice and tried to talk to other girls who ignored me. I checked to make sure I looked decent and didn’t smell. Every time I said hi, girls walked past me. I even said hi to boys, and they did the same thing.Jes
“Why do you look happy that it makes a person want to vomit?” Jesse asked me.I set my books down on the desk and turned to face Jesse. “Because I made a friend,” I squealed.Jesse looked at me with confusion.“Her name is Nora, and we have a class together,” I added.“Wait. That wouldn’t be the sam
#Chapter567Spring break folliesPaxAfter the party, we didn’t see Britt or Nora. Selena and Josie told us that their dad visited them, threatening Britt and Nora. That guy is a tool.We were going to Myrtle Beach for spring break without Britt and Nora. It sucked Britt couldn’t come with Pat, but
“No,” I replied while sighing.Lex looked at me, and I shook my head. “Mason, when you love someone, you do everything you can to contact the person. You didn’t contact Nora after you moved. I know you had feelings for her, but those feelings fade, and you move onto someone else,” Lex explained.“Wh
“Take a seat,” Paxton offered, and I sat down in a chair.Everyone started talking, and I joined in with them. I felt a tap on my arm and looked at Jesse. She gave me a knowing look, and I returned it. Yes, we fight, but we’re still sisters.MasonI sat next to Patton as everyone talked and glanced
#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