The wedding took place months later in a picturesque garden surrounded by friends, family, and music. Amara and Elliot had chosen a simple ceremony, focusing on the intimacy of their love rather than grand displays.
Lily served as Amara's maid of honor, delivering a heartfelt speech that left everyone in tears. "Amara has always had a way of turning even the darkest moments into something beautiful," she said. "Elliot, you're lucky to have her. And Amara, I know he's lucky to have you too."
Instead of traditional vows, Amara and Elliot wrote their own. Amara's voice trembled as she spoke:
"Elliot, you found me when I was lost, and you stayed even when I tried to push you away. You've taught me that love isn't about fixing each other—it's about growing together. I promise to keep growing with you, every day, for the rest of our lives."
After the ceremony, Amara surprised Elliot with a piano performance of a piece she had composed just for him. The melody was soft and romantic, filled with the highs and lows of their journey.
As the final notes faded into the air, Elliot took her hand. "That was perfect," he said.
"So are you," Amara replied, smiling.
Their story wasn't over—it was just beginning, a new chapter in a life they would write together.