When Lucas and Brooke finally part ways, Keith and Chase, who had been hanging back, approach them with smiles. They are happy to see that things have worked out between them and reassured that Lucas is a good person. Lucas still holds Brooke in his arms and hugs her tightly as she finally makes the introductions.
Brooke : Keith, Chase, this is Lucas.
The three men shake hands warmly, under Brooke's satisfied gaze.
Lucas : I'm pleased to meet you.
Keith : We're pleased to meet you too, Lucas. It's too bad my wife Karen isn't here to meet you.
Brooke : It's only postponed, Keith.
Chase : Brooke has told us a lot about you, you know. I'm glad you finally managed to overcome your problems.
Lucas : I'm glad too, Chase. Thanks for taking care of her.
Chase : You're welcome. It was totally normal. Besides, Brooke deserves it.
Lucas : Right. She deserves it.
Lucas says this while tenderly caressing Brooke's face, before leaning down to take her lips again.
Chase : You're lucky, Lucas. Try not to forget that, okay?
Lucas : Never, I promise.
Keith : Even if you move back in with Lucas, I hope you'll continue working here, Brooke.
Brooke : Of course, Keith. It's not even a question. I'll have to commute longer, but that's okay.
Lucas : Yes, and Brooke absolutely has to continue cooking, because she's very good.
Chase : That's true. A few more months like this and she'll be able to join me in the kitchen.
Brooke : Stop it, both of you! You're going to make me blush!
Lucas : What? Chase and I are just telling the truth!
Brooke : Really? But that wasn't what you said at first!
Lucas : I know! And you punished me well for it, by the way!
Brooke : Yes, and I wouldn't hesitate to do it again!
Lucas : Anytime, pretty girl. I can't wait!
Keith: Now that you've found each other, I guess you're looking forward to spending some time together. You can go, Brooke. We'll finish without you.
Brooke : Really? You don't mind?
Chase : Since we told you!
Brooke : Thanks, you're angels!
Giving Chase and his father a hug, Brooke then takes her things, before leaving the restaurant hand in hand with Lucas.
Lucas and Brooke enter his apartment, under Karen's astonished gaze.
Karen : Brooke, who is this charming boy?
Brooke : It's Lucas, Karen. The man I love.
Karen : Really? So that was you on the phone, then?
Lucas : Yes, it was me. Forgive me if I didn't introduce myself, but I really wanted to surprise Brooke.
Karen : It's okay. The important thing is that you found each other. Well, I'll leave you. You must have a lot to talk about, so we'll get to know each other better another day.
Lucas : With pleasure, Karen.
Brooke : Has Lily been good?
Karen : Yes, as always. She's fast asleep now.
Brooke : Good. See you tomorrow then.
Karen : See you tomorrow, Brooke. Have a good night, both of you.
Brooke : Have a good night, Karen. And thanks again.
Karen takes her purse, then leaves Brooke's appartment, giving them one last smile. Finally alone, Lucas and Brooke look at each other for a moment in silence, before Lucas comes to kiss her urgently. He devours her mouth, putting his arms around her neck. He then slides his hands under her buttocks to lift her in his arms. Brooke wraps her legs around Lucas' hips, and he carries her hastily to the bedroom. He closes the door behind him with his foot, then places Brooke delicately on the bed without ever letting go of his lips. Their tongues rediscover and mingle while their hands work to remove the other's clothes. Their clothes now on the floor, Lucas and Brooke savor once again the sensation of being skin against skin. The tips of Brooke's breasts are pressed against Lucas' muscular chest, and his member, erect against her intimacy already ready for him. Their hands caress every curve, every hollow, every inch of each other's bodies. Lucas' tongue traces long furrows on Brooke's burning skin, then teases her clitoris swollen with desire. The pleasure being at its peak, Lucas and Brooke can no longer wait to become one again. Eyes in eyes, Lucas penetrates Brooke slowly, until reaching the heart of intimacy. Lucas' gaze overflows with emotion to finally be able to make love as he wished. Brooke's legs were wrapped around him again and their fingers tangled together. Lucas accelerates the pace frantically, going deep inside Brooke. His powerful thrusts make them moan with pleasure and their sighs fly into the room. Arriving at the same time at the pleasure, Brooke and Lucas then stifle a cry in the neck of the other. Out of breath and fulfilled, they remain thus entwined for a long moment. Lucas then rises slightly to look at Brooke with infinite tenderness, gently caressing her face.
Lucas : I love you so much.
Brooke : I love you too. Forever.
Lucas : Yes, forever.
Lucas places a delicate kiss on Brooke's lips, before rolling onto his side and taking her with him. Brooke's head rests on Lucas's chest, listening to his heartbeat as Lucas' fingers caress his back.
Lucas : If you knew how much I've waited for this moment when I could make love to you completely.
Brooke : I know. And now, we can do it again and again.
Lucas : Yes, and I intend to enjoy it!
Stifling a laugh so as not to wake Lily, a question crosses Brooke's mind.
Brooke : How did you find us, anyway?
Lucas : As soon as you and Lily left, I used my connections to find you and investigate the Roe's.
Brooke : Is that true? Why?
Lucas : Because I wanted to make sure you were safe. There was no way I was going to let you land anywhere. When I was reassured, I continued to watch over yuo ans Lily throughout my recovery.
Brooke : I regret so much that I wasn't there for you.
Lucas : You were there, Brooke. In my heart and in my mind. You're the one who gave me the strength to face all of this.
Touched by his words, Brooke can't stop her tears from flowing. Lucas rolls her onto her back to tower over her, placing a soft kiss on her lips.
The next morning, Brooke and Lucas wake up in each other's arms, tired, but happy. They laze in bed for a few minutes, before Brooke gets up to go wake Lily. Lucas then tries to hold her in the bed by kissing her, but Brooke still ends up getting out of the sheets, and out of his arms. She can't help but laugh at Lucas' exaggeratedly dejected look when she manages to escape from the bed.
A big smile is still present on Brooke's face as she stands in the kitchen making coffee. Lucas enters the room and hugs her from behind, kissing her neck sensually.
Lucas : I wish I could stay in bed with you all day.
Brooke : Me too.
Lucas tightens his grip around her waist and rests his head on her shoulder. Lily's voice is then heard, making them both jump slightly.
Lily : Mr. Scott?
Brooke and Lucas both turn around smiling, the little girl looking at them in turn without understanding.
Lucas : Can you call me Lucas, Lily.
Lily : Are you not in your wheelchair anymore?
Lucas : No, I'm cured now.
Lily : Is that true? But why are you here with mom then?
Lucas : Because I'm in love with her and she loves me too.
Lily : Does that mean we can move back in with you?
Lucas : Yes, because I love you too and I want us to be a family. What do you think?
Lily : I love you too and I want us to be a family.
Bridging the distance between them, Lily rushes to Lucas, who lifts her into his arms to hold her tight. Brooke can't hold back her tears as she sees her daughter crying in the arms of the man she loves. After a long, warm embrace, Lucas puts Lily back on the ground and takes Brooke's hand in his.
Lucas : Well, how about we have breakfast now?
Lily : Yes!
Jumps happily, Lily then pulls Lucas' hand to lead him to the table. A few minutes later, all three of them are settled around a good breakfast. Lily hungrily devours her pancakes while Lucas and Brooke drink their coffee.
Lily : If we go home, does that mean I can go back to school with Chelsea and Emma?
Brooke : Yes, sweetie.
Lily : And we'll never leave again?
Brooke : Never again, I promise.
Happy, Lucas takes Brooke's hand and tenderly kisses each of her fingers, under Lily's amused gaze.
Lily : You're always kissing now!
Lucas : I can't help it! I can't help but kiss your pretty mom!
Lily : Could I have a little brother or sister soon?
Caught off guard by Lily's question, Brooke and Lucas look at each other for a moment, before Lucas answers with emotion.
Lucas : Maybe not right away, but if your mom wants it, I'd be happy to have a baby with her.
Brooke : Of course I do, Lucas.
Lucas then kisses Brooke's hand again, as if to engrave this promise. They then finish their breakfast all three in a peaceful atmosphere.
Two days later
Debie warmly hugs Brooke, her eyes filled with tears, happy to see her again after all this time.
Debie : I'm so glad you're back!
Brooke : We did too, Debie. We missed you, you know.
Debie : I missed you too, and Lucas, of course. He worked hard during his rehabilitation to finally be able to find you.
Brooke : And it was a wonderful surprise, Debie.
At his words, Lucas, who had stayed a little behind, approaches Brooke to hug her and kiss her. He then looks at her tenderly while Debie takes Lily's hand.
Debie : I guess you must be hungry, sweetie. I made you a nice snack.
Lily : Pancakes?
Debie : Yes!
Lily : Great!
Excited, Lily then pulls Debie by the hand, the two of them happily walking away towards the kitchen. Lucas and Brooke stay in each other's arms for a long time, before Lucas suddenly lifts her into his arms.
Brooke : What are you doing?
Lucas : After this long day, I really want to take a shower to relax. Don't you?
Brooke : Yes!
Lucas : Then, let's go!
Lucas then carries her to the bathroom while Brooke's crystalline laughter echoes in the big house.