The guy shoved the money into his pocket and shrugged. Parker and Markus explained to the guy what to do. There’s not a chance this guy could screw this up, but then again, there’s every chance.Britt and I sat on the couch, hanging out when someone knocked on the front door.“I’ll get it,” Pax yell
“It’s not like I thought this asshole would rape someone,” Parker snapped.“No, because that’s a smart thing to know,” Payton remarked.“It’s not like you agreed with what Presley did to Eliza,” I stated.Payton walked over to me and grabbed my shirt, yanking me to him.“I would never do what everyo
#Chapter585Fixing a messPatWe must fix a mess that we created. Presley wasn’t talking to any of us after what happened. We also filled in Markus, Kaxon, and Mason on what happened and the truth.“Damn,” Mason said as we sat there at the bakery.“It’s not like we knew everything. Look at how Presl
“And sometimes family matters,” Grandpa added.My brothers and I looked at each other. What did they have planned?PresleyI came home to find Grandpa and my uncles here.“Is everything okay? Is Grampa Nate okay?” I asked with concern.“Your Grampa is fine, but it seems we have a slight issue,” Gran
Eliza looked at them with confusion.“We came to see a movie, do you mind?” Noah asked.“Nothing to see here. Focus on the screen,” Nolan said as they sat down in a seat next to me. I hid my face as Eliza turned around to face the screen.If we survive this plan, it will shock me.The movie started
#Chapter586Lost at the apple orchardPatAfter the situation with Presley and Eliza, our grandpa and uncles talked to us. They told us to stay out of Presley’s relationship. In their words, “They’re too old for this shit.” Pops never gets involved with our love lives, only us when we screw up.Sinc
I searched for different paths, coming to a dead end. I turned and went in another direction as I ran, turning my head and slamming into Kaxon. We went tumbling onto the ground as Parker and Markus roared with laughter.“Get off of me,” I said, shoving Kaxon off me.“No offense, but I prefer someone
#Chapter587A force of nature on HalloweenPatPax and I are alike because we’re twins, but we differ in tastes. Pax hates holidays, and I love them. Kaxon likes holidays to see how many treats he can get, even though he can’t have them. Mason prefers Halloween over any holiday.Jesse suggested we c
#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