Lena had always been excluded from her siblings’ weddings—treated like an afterthought. She had spent years feeling invisible, longing to be included in their special moments. But when it came time for her own wedding, she made a decision: none of them would be invited.
Her family, shocked and angry, demanded answers. Lena finally confronted them, revealing how their exclusion had hurt her for years. Then, Ivy dropped a bombshell: “Lena… you’re not actually our sister.” Lena learned she was their cousin, not a sibling, a revelation that shattered her.
Feeling betrayed, Lena left and sat outside Rowan’s apartment. He joined her, offering quiet support. After some reflection, Lena realized she didn’t want the wedding they had been planning. “Let’s elope,” she told Rowan. He agreed without hesitation.
They married at a courthouse, alone, with no audience or fanfare. It was simple, but it was exactly what Lena wanted—no more pretending, just love. Finally, she had the happiness she deserved, free from the people who never saw her.