"James gave me five years to convince Abe to marry me, I attended Sebby's birthday to actually ask for more time because it was only just recently that Abe finally...paid attention to me. But after what happened, in front of James... I lost the courage to continue this love I have for Abe. James is like everything to me, Abby. He's my biggest fan and my only supporter. I don't want to lose him because of my stubbornness and pride. I don't want to disappoint James and be the one to cause the discouragement in his heart to keep believing in me. The world can turn their backs on me but never James. So for me... There were two options and I chose James. He's family to me and Abe is...the love that I gave up because we weren't just meant to be, I guess."
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