Stranger Things Max x Lucas/ What I hope will happen in season 5.

chapter 8: Under the Stars

It's still been five weeks since Max woke up from her coma. The small town of Hawkins had slowly returned to some semblance of normalcy, but for Max and Lucas, things would never be the same.

Max lay awake in bed, the events of the past year swirling through her mind like a never-ending storm. She heard a soft knock on the door, and Lucas peeked in, concern etched on his face. "Hey, Max. Can't sleep?" Lucas asked softly. 

Max nodded, sitting up and running a hand through her hair. "Yeah, I just can't seem to quiet my thoughts." Lucas crossed the room to sit beside her on the bed, his presence a calming influence in the midst of her turmoil. "I know it's been tough, Max. But we're in this together." 

Max offered him a small smile, grateful for his unwavering support. "Thanks, Lucas. I don't know what I'd do without you." Lucas reached for her hand, his touch grounding her in the present moment. "How about we go outside? Sometimes the night sky can help clear the mind." 

Max's heart swelled with gratitude as Lucas led her out into the backyard. They found a patch of grass and lay down, the stars glittering above them like a blanket of hope. "Look at the stars, Max. They've seen us through our darkest moments and our greatest joys," Lucas said, his voice filled with quiet strength. 

Max gazed up at the night sky, feeling a sense of peace wash over her. "I never thought we'd make it this far, Lucas. But I'm grateful we did." Lucas turned to her, his eyes filled with warmth and love. "We're survivors, Max. And we have each other. That's all that matters." 

They lay there under the stars, talking about their hopes and dreams for the future, their words blending with the gentle rustle of the wind in the trees. Max turned to Lucas, a smile playing on her lips. "I want us to travel the world together, Lucas. See new places, meet new people, and make unforgettable memories." 

Lucas nodded, his eyes shining with excitement. "That sounds amazing, Max. And I want us to continue fighting supernatural creatures and saving the world. Together, we're unstoppable." Max squeezed his hand, feeling a surge of love and determination. "We make a pretty great team, don't we?" 

Lucas grinned, pulling her closer. "The best. And nothing can tear us apart."As they settled back, their intertwined fingers reaching for the stars above, Max knew that with Lucas by her side, their future held endless possibilities and adventures waiting to be explored. And with that thought, she drifted off to sleep, her heart full of hope and love for the days ahead.