She paused, letting her gaze sweep over Saben and Clarisse, who stood hand in hand, their eyes locked on one another. "Clarisse, you've brought a calm to our Saben's life that none of us dared hope for. You've given him peace, laughter, and a home for his heart. And Saben… my boy, you've chosen wisely. You've chosen love, and you've chosen to stay-as a man and as a partner. For that, I am proud beyond words."Applause drifted throughout the garden, genuine and deep, amidst the clinking of glasses as old friends and family nodded, some with tears shining in their eyes.Then Teresa Thompson, Saben’s mother, spoke. Her voice was soft but unyielding. “Love is not measured by the grandeur of gestures, nor the jewels, nor applause. Love is measured by the quiet moments: the times when you choose one another despite fear, despite doubt, despite every obstacle that life throws in your path. Today, I celebrate the love that my son and Clarisse have chos
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