In a blink of an eye, your life can be altered so drastically it leaves you questioning...everything.
The ache is worth it when the right person enters your life, when you least expect it.
Book 2 in the Russo family series.
Can be read as a stand al...
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The aroma of coffee fills the kitchen, I'm already sipping on my cup when Veronica waltzes in. "Hey bro." she grabs a cup and pours herself some brew, then adding her favorite creamer.
"Hey sis." Veronica has really grown into an incredible woman. Strong, talented, and kind. Her and Chase share a bond like something I've never seen. Even what I thought I had with Melissa doesn't even compare to what they have.
"You excited for today?" she turns and blows on top of the mug.
"Most definitely. I can't wait to sleep on a mattress again."
She laughs, "Yeah, that futon's shit."
"I never told you thank you."
"For what?" her dark eyebrows furrow together in confusion.
"For putting up with my shit, for taking care of me, for being there for me." I rattle off all that her and my family have done for me.
"Victor." She places her mug on the table, "You are my brother. I love you. Even when you were being an asshole. I will always be here for you, and I will forever have your back."
I place my mug on the table and cross over to my baby sister and wrap my arms around her small frame. She embraces me back. "I'm gonna miss seeing you." Her words are mumbled into my chest, but I understood them.
"You can come over whenever."
"Good because I'm using that pool of yours."
I laugh. "Sure sis." I place a kiss on her head and release her. Just then Chase enters the kitchen, "Hey Victor." He greets me before moving to Veronica, her face lifts and he goes in for a kiss. Wanting to give them some privacy, I remove my phone and check for any messages. But have nothing from anyone I care about.
"Victor do you want something to eat before we leave? I can make a bagel quick?"
"Sure, V. I'd like that." I send her a smile and she gets to work on making us bagels. Even one for Vance who finally strolls in scowling.
"Morning sunshine." Veronica sings. Vance grumbles his reply.
After we eat, it's time to get moving and literally move. I have a small storage unit that is currently housing the few items I kept. Veronica drives my car to the house, where our parents will meet her and bring her to the storage place. Chase takes me to pick up the small box truck and we all meet up. With my parents, brothers, and sister it doesn't take long to have everything loaded.
It's nearing one, and we're spread throughout the main space. It's seriously lacking....everything. I have a recliner, tv stand, and the tv. That's pretty much it. I'm not overly concerned about a table, there's a small counter space to add stools where I can sit and eat. My mother is currently cleaning the kitchen space, my father is out back on the deck with Vin and Vance. V and Chase are on the recliner.
