Lucas and Juliana’s story began long before either of them realized it. They moved through the same places and circles, familiar faces in each other’s world, without realizing how meaningful those moments would someday become. Then one summer night in Chicago, everything fell into place. What was meant to be one fun date quickly turned into three in a row, & they both knew that was it. The conversation never seemed to run out, and being together felt effortless. Before long, it became clear that their lives were meant to be built side by side. One of those early August nights brought them to The Drake Hotel. Laughing, wandering through its grand halls, and talking for hours. Five years later, on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2026, Lucas and Juliana are so excited to celebrate at The Drake once again, surrounded by the people they love most.