She is a thief.

Jasper instinctively enveloped her in his embrace, trying to offer her whatever comfort he could.

Jasper instinctively enveloped his arms around her. "You are safe," he said reassuringly. "Calm down."

For a few moments, they just stood there, locked in a warm embrace. Jasper didn't ask any questions; he simply held her, letting her cry out all her emotions. He could feel her body trembling in his arms, and he knew that she needed this moment of safety and security.

Slowly, Ella's sobs subsided, and she pulled back from the embrace. Jasper released her reluctantly, his eyes scanning her face. He could see the faint outline of a bruise on her cheek, and his jaw clenched in anger. Whoever had done this to her was going to pay.

"What happened?" Jasper asked gruffly, his voice low and menacing.

Beep-Beep…