Chapter 1957

Stella, skeptical, rolled her eyes. "So, you improvised the second half of the story?"

Vermont replied, "Not exactly. It's a rough account of the events. Willow had a small family so Keegan organized her funeral, which I attended.

"The emptiness of the hall reminded me of my exam answer sheets. If her husband truly loved her, wouldn't he have been there?"

He continued thoughtfully, "Willow's disappearance might be tied to the Moore family. The car accident was due to Marshall's condition, but they likely covered it up. It's a complex situation, and perhaps it's better that Marshall doesn't remember."

Felicity, frowning, interjected, "He's fortunate to have forgotten. Willow's life was lost because of him. Stella, whatever happens with you and Keegan, avoid someone with baggage like Marshall. He and his family are a web of problems."

Stella had been silent until Felicity mentioned her name.

Suddenly, Stella asked, "Did Willow and Marshall have any children?"

Vermont, taken aback