Chapter 72: Hope's Awakening

The sense of victory was intoxicating. The Moretti family was dismantled, and Marco DeLuca’s threat had been neutralized. For the first time in what felt like forever, Lucas and Chloe felt they could breathe easy. But even as they celebrated, they knew that isn't all that life have in store against them… their journey was far from over. And they need to pick the pieces because they are better off united facing chaos than separated. With DeLuca behind bars, Lucas decided it was time to focus on something positive, something that would help them heal from the trauma they had endured. They needed to start a fresh not for the first time though but He had an idea in mind but wanted it to be a surprise for Chloe. One evening, as they were having dinner, Lucas broached the subject. “Chloe, I’ve been thinking… we need a fresh start, something new to look forward to.” Chloe looked up from her plate, intrigued. “What do you have in mind?” Lucas smiled mysteriously. “I can’t tell yo