Lila married the man she had been dating. Ethan attended the wedding, standing in the front row as her maid of honor. He gave a speech that brought the entire room to tears.
"To Lila," he said, raising his glass. "The most extraordinary person I've ever known. May your life be as beautiful as the love you give to others."
Lila hugged him tightly afterward, whispering, "I don't know what I'd do without you."
Ethan smiled but didn't reply. He was happy for her, even if a part of him wondered what might have been.