I searched for Laurel, but the police couldn’t help since she was an adult. Days later, I saw her on TV, explaining she left to chase her dreams. That night, she texted me, saying she didn’t want me to stop her. Realizing she never wanted our life, I let her go, filed for sole custody, and focused on providing Alice with the love and stability she deserves.
Despite the heartbreak, I knew we had our freedom now.