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Elena's face twisted into a frown, and then quickly relaxed. "My parents, especially my mom, loved him so much," she said softly, a hint of sadness creeping into her voice. "She had high hopes that we would get married after college. But here I am today, chasing my dreams alone."

Liam's expression turned sympathetic once again. "That ex-boyfriend of yours must have been a fool to let you go so easily," he said, trying to reassure her. "He should have supported your dreams if he truly cared about you. You're the total package, Elena. You're beautiful, smart, ambitious, hard-working, and you have an incredible sense of humor."

Elena let out a half-hearted smile. "Stop flattering me," she said.

Liam's brows furrowed. "I'm not flattering you. I'm telling the truth. You're an amazing woman, Elena," he said, trying to make her see her own worth. "Even my dad saw it in you."

As he spoke, Liam couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for Elena. She was a force to be reckoned with, and she