Chapter 1956

Vermont continued, "But with Willow, Marshall was genuinely happy.

"Yet, the Moore family would never have approved. We all sensed this but remained silent, hoping Marshall would become strong enough to defy his family.

"We kept his relationship a secret among close friends. However, no secret remains hidden forever. The Moores found out and demanded Marshall end things with Willow.

"When he refused, they targeted her directly. She faced constant harassment from them. During her preparations for postgraduate interviews, she abruptly sent Marshall a breakup message and then disappeared."

Felicity, shocked, interjected, "Disappeared? But wasn't she preparing for postgraduate studies at Trinity University? Did she abandon her plans?"

Vermont murmured, "That's what's baffling. She left no trace behind.

"Her exam results were excellent and she only needed to complete her interview to secure her spot.

"But she never appeared for it. Marshall searched everywhere to no avail. She ha