Growing up, Lena was always told she was too young to attend her siblings\u2019 weddings, even though she just wanted to be part of their happiness. By the time her own wedding came around, she had enough. She refused to invite them, deciding that they didn\u2019t deserve to share in her big day. When her family confronted her, Lena revealed the hurt they had caused her over the years.\n
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In a shocking twist, Lena learns that she\u2019s not actually her siblings\u2019 sister, but their cousin. This revelation leaves her feeling betrayed, and she begins to question her entire sense of belonging. After talking it through with her fianc\u00e9, Rowan, Lena decides to cancel the traditional wedding. Instead, they elope in a simple ceremony, just the two of them, surrounded by love and true happiness. For the first time, Lena makes a decision solely for herself, finding peace in the quiet, intimate ceremony.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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