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."

a protective arm around her.

bringing Jamie to the boutique wasn't forgotten. He was here for a reason,

that incidents like these would only multiply in the future. Ben's

to continue trying

earlier, his expression soft but unwavering. "Drink this first, then

"But..."

but you're hesitating. That's normal. If I were in your shoes, I'd probably struggle even more. But life is too short to waste time. Do we really want

"Think about Charlie. My mom's no longer against us. All I'm asking for is a chance to make things right, to make

years apart, their first child already grown. Yet Nina had given him a second chance,

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

and warmth. It was the kind of joy Ben couldn't help

with Ben again. But some obstacles felt insurmountable, no matter

with Ben today, Jamie decided to treat it as a way to fulfill a dream she thought she would never experience. It

chosen a suit to perfectly complement her

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