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Epilogue
Jack
Iwasattheedge of the beach, the saltwater wind brushing through my hair. The sun was setting in a kaleidoscope of colors that reflected off the ocean waves. I sat on a blanket, watching Eli play in the water. I couldn't help but smile as I watched my son splash around in the waves, his laughter echoing through the beach. It was moments like this that made me realize how lucky I was to have a family like mine.
As I gazed out at the endless blue expanse of the ocean, my thoughts drifted back to my wedding day. Maya and I had tied the knot in a small ceremony at our Tampa beach house, with only our families in attendance. Besides sealing the deal, my big win had been the teasing look in Maya's dad's eye as he gave me Maya's hand. We had grown closer over the past few months and it really felt that he fully accepted me now. It had been a beautiful day, filled with love and laughter.
It was hard to believe that after our months of feeling despair and hopelessness, everything had changed. I had quietly given the old senator his dues. The fact that he wasn't seeking re-election after our "friendly" discussion was enough for me. To be rid of such corruption was really a benefit to everyone. Although I said nothing to Maya, I think she knew though. The woman knew everything.
Perks of having an ex-journalist as a wife.
Maya was happier now and had started a freelance writing business after quitting her job. She had told me that even though I was a billionaire and could easily provide everything for her and Eli, she still had things she wanted to do. I didn't argue because I knew that happiness was more than money. All I wanted was for Maya and Eli to be happy.
As I watched Eli, a wave of love and gratitude washed over me. I was so lucky to have such a wonderful wife and son. And now, we were going to have another child. A daughter. Maya was five months along, and the news filled me with a sense of joy and wonder.
As I sat there on the blanket, my heart felt like it would burst with the pressure of so many positive emotions, I felt a gentle hand on my shoulder. I turned to see Maya standing beside me, her eyes looking particularly radiant in the light of the sun, and she had a small smile on her face.
"Hey, you," she said softly, sitting down next to me on the blanket. "What are you thinking about?"
I smiled at her, taking her hand in mine. "Just how lucky I am," I said. "To have you and Eli and now, a second one on the way."
Maya's face lit up, and she leaned in to kiss me. "I feel the same way," she said. "I never thought I could be this happy."
We sat there for a while longer, watching Eli play in the water and enjoying each other's company. I felt a sense of peace settle over me, knowing that no matter what the future held, I had my family by my side.
As the sun began to set, we packed up our things and headed back to our beach house. Maya cooked a delicious dinner, and we sat down to eat as a family. I felt a sense of contentment wash over me as I watched Maya and Eli interact, their laughter filling the room.
After dinner, Maya put Eli to bed, and I waited for her in the living room. When she came back, she sat down next to me on the couch, her hand resting on her growing belly.
"I can't wait to meet her," I said, rubbing my hand over her stomach. "I already love her so much."
Maya smiled, leaning her head on my shoulder. "I know," she said. "And I love you for that."
We sat there in silence for a few moments, enjoying the quiet of the house. I was finally at peace for the first time in a long while, knowing that I had finally healed from the ghosts of my past and was looking forward to the future with my family.
As we got ready for bed, I held Maya close, feeling the warmth of her body against mine. I knew that no matter what the future held, as long as I had her and our children, I would be happy.
I knew that I had found what I had been searching for my entire life.
A family of my own.
