Chapter 54: Shadows of the Past

The events of that harrowing night lingered in the air like an oppressive fog. Although the immediate threat had been dealt with, Lucas and Chloe knew that the shadows of their past were not so easily dispelled. They would need to confront these shadows if they hoped to move forward and have a peaceful journey. A few days after the attack, Lucas received a call from an old friend, Jack Prescott, a former FBI agent turned private investigator. Jack had helped Lucas in the past ever since have been in close contact, and Lucas knew he was the right person to dig into the mafia connections and find a way to keep Chloe and Ryan safe. "Lucas, it's good to hear from you," Jack greeted him warmly. "What's the situation?" "Jack, I need your help," Lucas said, getting straight to the point. "We had an attack at the penthouse. It's connected to some mafia business involving Chloe's ex, Ryan. We need to find out who's behind this, what they want and put an end to it." "Consider it don