Chapter 7 After telling Mom what happened at school today , she was livid . ]] She was kicking herself for being so blind - fifteen fucking years to finally see what kind of scumbag she'd handpicked as her future son - in - law . Dad was over there going " I told you so " about her taste in men . ] I poked him . ] " Dad , are you saying you're trash too ? " Dad shot me a look like " thanks for that . " ] Our whole family huddled together , plotting how to get sweet revenge . [ ] Mom'said : " Yesterday I spruced up my social media . " Saturday's my birthday ! You're all invited to my place for a party ~ " Chapter 7 She posted her home address . [] I took one look and my jaw hit the floor . ] Wait - that's MY neighborhood . [] Sutton lives here too ? How have I never run into her ? ] Oh , right . Makes sense I've never seen her . [ ] Mom basically banished me from this place since childhood . ] Been stuck in that shitty apartment next to Grayson's place. Sutton posted a pic of her living room . ] I stared at the picture over and over . Huh ? Why does this look crazy familiar ? I glanced around our place . No fucking way . This IS my house . ] I looked at Dad : ] " Okay , real talk - is Sutton your side chick's kid ? " ] Dad looked completely lost . " Who the hell is Sutton ? " Mom nearly backhanded him . ] " Are you cheating on me ?! " ] I had to break it down : " Sutton's the girl Grayson's chasing now , " I showed them her messages . ] " Why does her ' house ' look exactly like ours ? " ] My brain wrestled with this , pointing at my parents . [ ] Title: Committed In CrushReel's ongoing novel "Committed," a man, grappling with the pressure to propose to his girlfriend, finds himself at a crossroads when he unexpectedly encounters a runaway bride. Seeking an escape from his relationship's demands, he embarks on a journey to Greece where he crosses paths with the enigmatic former... Exploring themes of love, commitment, and serendipity, this modern romance delves into the complexities of relationships and the unexpected turns life can take. As the protagonist navigates between duty and desire, readers are drawn into a tale of opposites attracting amidst picturesque Greek landscapes. What sets "Committed" apart is its heartfelt portrayal of emotional conflict and the pursuit of true connection. Dive into this sweet romance that promises twists of fate and heartfelt revelations. Available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking a story that resonates with the beauty of unexpected encounters.