Her husband, visibly moved, now seemed small against the backdrop of her strength. “The peace you seek,” she said, softening her tone, “comes not from fleeing the past but from embracing it and learning from it. If you wish to spend the rest of your days seeking tranquility, you must first find peace within yourself.”

With those words, she turned to the guests, a serene smile gracing her lips. “Now, let us continue this celebration, for life is too precious to waste on regrets or bitterness.” The room erupted into applause, admiration replacing the initial shock.