SkylarMost of the day was fun. We all played a game of beach volleyball. We split up into two teams, with Kaxon’s family on one side and their significant other except me. I was the only one not with anyone here.Lex refereed the game to keep it fair while Piper made sure we stay hydrated. The game
“Look,” I said, nodding to Mason.Pat looked and noticed Mason and Skylar.“Why do I have a feeling Mason will drag us into his mess?” Pat asked.“Because he will,” I answered.Pat groaned as we went to sit at the table. The others joined us. I have a feeling next year will explode on us, especially
#Chapter569Finals and going homePaxAfter spring break, the rest of the year flew by. Now it was time for finals. Nik gave us time off to study; then, we worked a few days before going home. Now I know why coffee is essential to college life.Once I completed my last final, I went home and crashed
“Oh, that’s right, because no one dares to hurt Lex’s boys, but my boy,” Luna remarked.“What do you mean by that?” Larkin questioned.Ah hell, here we go.“She means heaven forbid anyone takes responsibility for their actions,” Lakin answered.“This coming from someone who’s never around here. You
#Chapter570New year, a new cast of charactersPatWe got back to school, and it was a long-ass drive. It wouldn’t be terrible, but it's nauseating when everyone is making goo-goo eyes at each other. I didn’t hear from Britt, and I’m wondering if she’s still interested in me.Ma and Pops returned wi
“I don’t know if Nik is hiring,” the guy mentioned.“Can you check?” I asked.“Yeah, hang on,” the guy said. He went into the back and returned with another guy.“Shaun said that you’re looking for a job,” the guy mentioned.I nodded.“Well, I haven’t heard from Britt, which leaves a position open.
#Chapter571The new guy is weirdPatI went to get a breakfast sandwich and a latte at the bakery. I walked into the place and over to the counter as I saw the guy who winked at me working. Great, that is my luck.“Yo, can I help you?” The guy asked.I looked at the guy’s name tag. “Sam?” I asked.“
“Reinforcements,” I responded.“Ah,” Pax said.Kaxon and Mason got to their feet and gasped, holding their boys.“Christ, Pax, what is with you and our nuts?” Kaxon gasped.“I told you to keep your hands off me. Why does everyone think that because we are smaller, it gives them liberties with us?” P
#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