Caught Up ~ Lewis Hamilton

Chapter 93

5 days later (Monday, March 24, 2025)

(Apologies for the long chapter, but I wanted you to experience it like you're watching the live finale of The Bachelor. Enjoy the last 3 chapters of Caught Up. Thanks for your support 💗)

Season Finale of Lewis' Season of The Bachelor & The After the Final Rose

* Omniscient POV *

It was time for the live finale of Lewis's season of The Bachelor. While Lewis and Lauren prepared separately in their dressing rooms, their families and friends filled the audience, excited to see the end of their journey. Lewis's family—his parents, siblings, and team, including his publicist Stella, assistant Michelle, manager Marc with his wife Stephanie, lawyer Lee and his wife Jane—were all present, along with friends Timothy, Michael, and Aaliyah. Lauren's family, with her parents, siblings, and best friends Jasmine, Maya, and Lisa, were also there. The two families sat together, eagerly awaiting the show, bonding so well it felt like they'd known each other forever. Carmen and Lauren's mom, Layla, hit it off immediately, chatting like old friends. As the show was about to start, the audience was cued to clap for Jesse's entrance.

Jesse Palmer: " It's good to see everyone. Thank you so much."

(He smiled as the cheers grew louder, feeling the love from the audience.)

Jesse Palmer: " Good evening Bachelor Nation. 22 years ago the first bachelor Alex Michel stepped foot of the limo and tonight more history will be made. I'm your host Jesse Palmer and welcome to the most talked about Bachelor season ever. Tonight Lewis Hamilton's season to find love comes to a romantic conclusion."

(He announced, and the audience cheered, filling the room with excitement from both Bachelor and Formula 1 fans.)

Jesse Palmer: " It was only 9 months ago that Lewis Hamilton became the bachelor and boy he's been crushing it. Wouldn't you guys agree?"

Jesse Palmer: " It's still surprising that we got him as the lead, but he's been fantastic, and the ratings prove that the viewers agree with me."

(Cheers and Applause)

Jesse Palmer: " Does Madina break his heart? Does Lauren? Does Lewis end up alone? I can't tell you, but what I can share is that what happens next will surprise you. Later we have Lewis, Madina, and Lauren joining me on stage to talk about the amazing conclusion to what I think is our best season of The Bachelor yet."

(He said, as the audience cheered in agreement. Among the crowd were Bachelor alums like Charity and Dotun, Zach and Kaity, and Trista and Ryan.)

Jesse Palmer: " Okay Bachelor Nation, grab your tissues and get ready because the most anticipated live finale of The Bachelor starts right now."

(The camera then zooms in on the screen where everyone will be watching the live finale. It begins by showcasing the stunning scenery of Venice, Italy.)

Lewis (on screen): " I'm excited for today! This is the biggest week of my life. I started with 32 women, and now I have just two left. In a few days, I'll be getting down on one knee and hopefully getting engaged."

(He explained while being shown walking along a bridge, deep in thought.)

Lewis (on screen): " At this point, I have a lot of feelings of nerves and doubts. But I'm not running away from it, because I just really feel good about where I'm at."