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The audience leaned in, captivated by her revelations. There was a palpable sense of empathy among them as they recognized the struggle of conforming to societal expectations.
"I let Elena, Arthur's mother, rule me. I allowed her to define my happiness, and then this society shipped us vehemently as if we were some perfect couple. But I never truly asked myself if I ever loved him," she continued, her gaze distant as if reflecting on painful memories.
"When Cyrus came into my life, everything changed. I knew I loved him. Despite the world being against us—I'm a divorcee, labeled a 'used woman' in the eyes of society—Cyrus made me feel precious. He made me feel like I matter to him, not just as a partner but as a person."
The audience murmured softly, resonating with Esther's sentiments. Many could relate to the feeling of being judged or marginalized by society, and they admired her courage to speak openly about it.
