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

two left, but Ben's purpose in bringing Jamie to the boutique wasn't forgotten. He was here for a

feeling that incidents like these would only multiply

hesitated to continue trying on gowns. "Maybe I should

earlier, his expression soft but unwavering.

"But..."

probably struggle even more. But life is too short to waste time. Do we really want

leaned in slightly, his gaze gentle but serious. "Think about Charlie. My mom's no longer against us. All I'm asking for is a chance to make things right, to make you happy. And... maybe

reunited with Nina after years apart, their first child already grown. Yet Nina had given him a second chance, even bringing

the picture of a devoted father, completely smitten with his little girl. His social media was a constant

was the kind of joy Ben couldn't

dreamed of being with Ben again. But some obstacles felt insurmountable, no matter how much

to fulfill a dream she thought she

tried on wedding attire. Ben had chosen a suit to perfectly complement her

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