"Then I have no problem with you dating him," Luciana said, a warm smile breaking through the tension. "You deserve happiness, Elena."
Elena felt a wave of gratitude wash over her. Though she had faced anger and disappointment from her friends, Luciana's support meant the world to her. The journey ahead was uncertain, but with people like Luciana in her corner, she felt a flicker of hope igniting within her.
Elena was happy that at least one of their friends was not angry with her. She was over the moon.
Despite Luciana's outward smile and words of encouragement, a storm of conflicting emotions churned within her. She was genuinely happy for Elena; her best friend deserved all the joy in the world, especially after everything she had been through. Yet, the shadows of uncertainty loomed large in Luciana's mind, casting doubt over her friend's newfound happiness.
