Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 158

Effie finally let out a breath of relief and hurried over to the girl, helping her sit up. "Hey, are you alright? Are you hurt anywhere?"

The girl's cheeks were streaked with tears. Her voice trembled as she stammered, "Thank you... They tried to steal my bag. They-they wanted to hurt me... If you hadn't come, I don't know what would've happened..."

"It's over now. The police are on their way," Effie said softly, trying to calm her down.

The girl wiped her eyes, her voice barely above a whisper. "I just... I want to go home now."

Effie gently patted her back. "You're safe, I promise. The police will be here any minute and they'll take care of everything. Do you think you can stand? If you want, you can rest in my car for a bit."

The girl nodded. Effie helped her to her feet, but the girl's legs were still shaking badly-she was clearly terrified.

Supporting her carefully, Effie led her to the car and settled her into the back seat, then handed her a bottle of water.

And how did you end up here all alone?" Effie asked, her

home from school, taking a shortcut, and those two

Fresh tears

now. The police will handle it from

cruisers pulled up with sirens flashing. Officers spilled

happened and pointed out

a female officer came over to check

you did. Things could've turned out much worse. But you really shouldn't confront dangerous people alone-it's risky. Next time, try to stay safe and call

brave. But next time, you can watch from

understand. I'll be more careful,"

voice timid. "Would you... would you mind

reassuringly. "Of course. It's on my way. I'm headed to the

done and there was nothing more for them to do, Effie led Yolande to her car, and they pulled away from the scene. Effie asked for Yolande's address, then steered