The crowd's response to Ben's defense of Jamie was unexpected, with admiration replacing gossip.

"That's real courage-standing up for her in front of so many people. What a man!"

"This is what a good man looks like."

""Now that's true love."

"Miss, forced love never sweetens. Let it go. The only person getting hurt is you."

Each word hit Summer like a dagger, sharp and cutting. The situation felt laughable, painfully ironic.

After firmly standing by Jamie, Ben addressed the onlookers one last time.

"Even if Jamie were at fault, which she isn't, it's not your place to judge."

turned to Jamie, placing a protective arm around her.

wasn't forgotten. He was here for a

like these would only multiply

the boutique, Jamie hesitated to continue trying on gowns.

expression soft but unwavering. "Drink this first, then try a few more. We're

"But..."

If I were in your shoes, I'd probably struggle even more. But life is too short to waste time. Do we really want to wait until we're old and lying on our deathbeds to realize

against us. All I'm asking for is a chance to make things right, to make

apart, their first child already grown. Yet Nina had given

with his little girl. His social

was the kind of joy Ben couldn't

of being with Ben again. But some obstacles felt

Jamie decided to treat it as a way to fulfill a dream she thought she would never experience. It was a fleeting glimpse of

suit to perfectly complement

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