“I didn’t mean it the way it came out,” I replied.“Then how did you mean it? Because I know I have insecurities, but Major accepts them,” Luna said.I stood up and looked at Luna. “Mason accused me of sleeping with Nora, making our friendship seem tainted. He kept mentioning things that weren’t tru
#Chapter638It’s beginning to look a lot likes ChristmasPresleySchool ended for Christmas break, and Caleb gave me and Kaylee time off from work. That wasn’t bad. The terrible part was everyone fighting about stopping for food and bathroom breaks. My brothers and I argued over where to eat and whe
“It reminds me of when we lost power when you boys were small. It looks like we’re camping in the living room tonight,” Ma mentioned.“Payton and Parker, help me get blankets and pillows. Patton and Paxton get some wood from the garage,” Pops told my brothers.“Oh, man, I hate the garage. It’s creep
#Chapter639A Gray style ChristmasPresleyChristmas time with most families includes yuletide joy. Our Christmas consists of arguing over anything Christmas related except for Pax. What is wrong with my brother? He hates holidays in any form. If there’s a holiday, Pax hates it.“Listen, Scrooge, no
“When I met Presley, he seemed guarded. It’s understandable,” I said as the others stopped and listened. “It took a lot for him to open up to me.”Maggie looked at me.“Presley has this sweetness to him. He cares for people and his family. He endures a lot from people but keeps going. I give him muc
#Chapter640Returning to schoolPresleyAfter spending the holidays with our family, we returned to school and work. Caleb put us on shifts that didn’t interfere with school. Plus, we came back to a surprise when we walked into the station.Kaylee and I walked in to see everyone standing around.“Di
“I say we beat the guy’s ass for being a douche,” Paxton mentioned.“Yeah, and make things worse. You’re a smart one,” Parker said, rolling his eyes.“It’s not my fault. The guy’s a dick,” Pax said, shrugging.“Well, now we leave the situation to the professionals. Do nothing,” Payton warned the twi
#Chapter641Revisiting the pastMarshallI called Kain and Kaiden, telling them both that I needed to talk to them. They wanted to know why, but I said it needed discussing in person. You don’t discuss a past situation like what happened to Kaiden over the phone.Brody and I met Kaiden and Kain at a
#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