#Chapter623Back at it againKayleeI read The Gray Brothers and The Gray Sisters. That family is crazy but hilarious. It gave me some insight into Presley when I read about his Uncle Nolan and Aunt Luna. When I read about his Aunt Lyric and what happened to her, I understood how Presley handled his
“I guess the disappointment bothers me the most. I persuaded Eliza of my faithfulness, and it didn’t matter,” I told Kaylee.“It did, but you shouldn’t change yourself to reassure someone. Did you ever lie to Eliza?” Kaylee questioned.“No,” I answered.“Were you upfront with her?” Kaylee inquired.
#Chapter624Ice creamParkerWe explained the plan to the girls and Shaun. I can’t tell who is in control of Pax’s relationship. One minute, it’s Pax, and the next minute, it’s Shaun. They need to get it together.While the girls handled Kaylee, Payton and I put the twins in charge of Presley.“Do y
We all sat next to our respective significant others while Presley and Kaylee sat next to each other. The plan was to have someone throw ice cream at Presley and blame Kaylee. Our brothers chose Pax. They figure it was payback for what Presley did to Pax and the spaghetti incident.Now picture the s
#Chapter625A blast from the pastPresleyI returned to the station after my three-day suspension. When I arrived, everyone was there except for Martinez and Chief Hayes. I walked over to Cass and Kaylee.“What’s happening?” I asked.“We don’t know yet. Everyone received a message to report to the s
I sat there, listening to the report. I didn’t know everything that went into the story.“Paramedic Shields argued with Captain Anderson. Shields disobeyed orders and running back into the burning building. Captain Anderson ordered Firefighters Nelson and Smith to stop Paramedic Shields. Paramedic G
#Chapter626LucillePresleyIf you haven’t met my family, they’re freaking crazy. I’m not talking a little crazy. I’m telling you they’re insane. I came home from the station to yelling. Pat was standing there. Don’t ask me why? Because I don’t have a clue.“What’s with the yelling?” I asked Pat.“R
The little boy stopped and stared at me as most kids do. Then he held out the ball to me. I crouched and took it, then looked at him.“What’s your name?” I asked.The little boy looked at me with his steel-grey eyes. “Kevin,” he answered.I stared at Kevin as he looked at me, then I heard someone ye
#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