#Chapter34The Original Gray Brothers and PattyPattyAfter I spoke to Nate, I didn’t like him very much. He was this sweet guy then became a complete ass.If Lucille called me over, I made sure Nate wasn’t home. When he came home, he would glare at me, making me uneasy. That made me go home.I’ll a
#Chapter35The GraysPattyI was looking for my keys in my room when Mom opened the door. “Patty, I need you to take something over to Lucille.”I stood up and glanced at her. “Not romance novels.” I groaned“She wants to read the recent one when I get done.” I knew her tone because she didn’t use
#Chapter36Nathaniel Gray AKA NatePattyI followed Nate downstairs into the basement. He brushed his hair out of his face as he searched for a pair of pliers. Damn, he was hot. Focus, Patty. He’s not sexy but a thorn in your side. Plus, he’s seven years older than me.He pulled out a toolbox, opene
#Chapter37Jonas GrayPattyI left Liz’s place and drove to the store. Mom asked me to pick up an item and got interrupted to take books to Lucille.I walked into the store and ended up in the feminine hygiene product aisle. Why did mom send me to buy pads? She will be grocery shopping this upcoming
#Chapter38Cayson GrayPattyI pulled into the driveway, grabbing the plastic bag from the back seat. I got out, slammed my door, and released a frustrated scream as I kicked my tires.I wasn’t aware that someone was watching me until I noticed Danny and Cayson staring at me.“An enormous spider.” I
#Chapter39Life Is Crazy Then There’s LucillePattyI had waited years for senior year. It was the last year of high school, and I was applying to colleges and graduating and couldn’t wait.I was standing at my locker when Liz walked up and opened hers.“You don’t seem happy,” I said.“It’s school.
“I’m fine.” “No, you’re not. Come on. Let’s get you cleaned up.”“I won’t win this argument, will I?”“Nope.” I sighed. “Okay, but I need to call Mom. The last time, she shook my head off.”He chuckled. “I remember that was some funny shit.”“Yeah, for others, it wasn’t so much for me.”We walked
#Chapter40Car ProblemsPattyI walked out to my car, climbed in, and tried to start it, but it wouldn’t start. It wouldn’t even turn over. Damn it. I didn’t have time for car problems.I glanced at my wristwatch. I could walk, taking a few more minutes longer than it would with a car. I debated for