Sofia’s eyes met mine, and she returned my smile with grace and sincerity. “Thank you,” she said softly. “It means a lot.”

In that brief exchange, I felt the weight of my intentions lift. I had come to prove something, but instead, I learned something invaluable about love, acceptance, and moving on. Life had a way of surprising us, of teaching lessons when we least expected them.

As I left the wedding, I realized it was time to let go of the past. Javier had found his happiness, and it was time for me to seek my own, free from bitterness and with an open heart.