"You really are my angel." Lucas mumbled as he wrapped his arms around her shoulders and pulled her closer to him. Hope smiled happily.

"Well, you certainly make me happy," she joked and rested her head on his chest. Lucas laughed and turned her head towards him, kissing her cheek tenderly.

"I promise I will always be here for you, Hope." he assured her seriously, hoping that he was able to keep that promise.

"Thank you." she whispered.

"Now, sleep." Lucas demanded tiredly. Hope raised her eyebrow and frowned slightly, not wanting to fall asleep right now.

"But you should sleep too." she told him as she sat up and...