The happy outcome would have been precisely the same in either case.

If I tried for a happier outcome, the end result isn't setback.

The choice can lead to a happy outcome or to the character's death.

Their condition was obvious, and usually had a happy outcome.

Right now that happy outcome feels a long way away.

Even then, conception does not guarantee a happy outcome for several reasons.

So whatever your feelings, a happy outcome looks unlikely for all parties.

If we know the happy outcome, what's left of the drama?

"Neither of those is a happy outcome for shareholders," he said.

If you learn from it there's an excellent chance that love will come your way again, this time with a happier outcome.