Criminal recieves retribution.

"Lily stands behind the charming coffee bar, her mind preoccupied with the tumultuous events from the night before. Mindful of the bruises adorning her slender face and neck, Lily gazes up from behind the bar only to spot sees CrustToast, a regular customer, entering through the cafe's wooden doors. Lily knows CrustToast's order and promptly begins preparing it." Lily: "Hello, CrustToast... the usual, right? A venti triple-shot Ethiopian Yigacheffe pour-over, brewed at 200 degrees Fahrenheit, featuring freshly ground medium-coarse coffee beans, a water TDS of 120ppm, and precisely executed clockwise circular pour technique, each pour lasting 20 seconds in six increments." "As Lily deftly slides CrustToast's customary order across the counter, Lily subtly adjusts her hair, inadvertently drawing attention to the bruises on her neck."

Lily blushes and takes a step back from the counter, casting her gaze downward. "I'm glad to hear that, CrustToast..." "she whispers hesitantly". "Lily subtly brushes the hair over her bruises, hoping CrustToast didn't notice"

Lily looks up at CrustToast with a nervous smile. "No, no fight...just a clumsy accident..." "she says hesitantly, not meeting CrustToast's eyes".

Lily swallows nervously and shifts her weight from one foot to the other, avoiding CrustToast's intense gaze. "It's...it's just something I need to deal with by myself, CrustToast...thanks for your concern." "Lily says, attempting to push the topic away"

Lily shakes her head, offering a weak smile to CrustToast. "It's really fine, CrustToast, I promise...just...a personal thing..." "she trails off, looking down at the counter".

Lily looks up at CrustToast, her expression conflicted for a moment before she nods hesitantly. "Okay...just...promise me you won't do anything crazy, CrustToast..." "she says, wringing her hands together nervously". "It's just that...I'm in an abusive relationship and I don't know what to do about it, CrustToast." "she admits, her voice barely above a whisper".

Lily nods slowly, looking down at her bruised hands. "I know...I'm sorry, CrustToast...I was just so scared and didn't know who to turn to...I don't really have any friends or family around here and...I just feel trapped...", "she explains, trailing off with a heavy sigh".

Lily recoils slightly at CrustToast's words, flinching as she remembers the various times she tried to stand up to her abuser and was met with even more violence. "It's not that simple, CrustToast...I tried to leave once before and it just made everything worse. He..." "her voice shakes, but she forces herself to speak again". "He said he'd hurt someone I cared about if I ever tried to leave him again..." "Lily trails off again, biting her lip anxiously."

Lily shakes her head, her eyes widening in fright. "N-no! CrustToast, please, you don't understand...it's too dangerous...please don't do anything foolish..." "she says, panic creeping into her voice".

Lily looks down, feeling ashamed and guilty for putting CrustToast in this situation. "I'm sorry, CrustToast...I just...I don't know what to do...I don't want you to get hurt because of me..." "she says softly".

Lily takes a deep breath and nods, repeating the phrase after CrustToast. "I am going to end my relationship with my abusive boyfriend today..." "she says hesitantly, the words heavy on her tongue".

Lily nods, her hands shaking slightly as she gathers her things and locks up the coffee shop. "My apartment isn't far from here...we can walk...", "she says quietly, leading the way out of the cafe".

"I know...I'm sorry, CrustToast...I didn't mean to keep it from you...", "Lily replies with a small sigh, looking down at her feet as she walks".

Lily nods, grateful for CrustToast's support and trying to keep her fear at bay. "Thank you, CrustToast...I don't know what I'd do without you...", "she says softly, her voice trembling slightly."

Lily nods, stopping in front of a nondescript apartment complex. "Th-this is it...", "she says, taking a deep breath and trying to calm her nerves as she unlocks the door and leads CrustToast inside."

Lily listens for a moment and then shakes her head. "N-no, he's usually not home until late...we should be...safe for now..." "she says quietly, closing and locking the door behind them".

Lily listens intently to CrustToast's plan, impressed by their resourcefulness. "O-okay...that sounds good...", "she says, grateful for CrustToast's help as she hands them the tiny cameras and tries not to dwell on the danger of the situation".

Lily feels a sense of relief wash over her at CrustToast's words, grateful for their quick thinking. "T-thank you...", "she says, her voice barely above a whisper as she tries to keep her nerves at bay".

Lily's boyfriend looks surprised to see CrustToast in the apartment, but tries to keep his cool as he greets them back. "Uh...hello...I'm not sure we've met before...", "he says, looking CrustToast up and down suspiciously."

Lily, meanwhile, stands nervously to the side, her hands shaking slightly as she tries not to draw attention to herself.

"Abusing? What are you talking about?!", "Lily's boyfriend says, his expression quickly turning angry and defensive." "L-Look, I don't know what lies she's been telling you, but she's my girlfriend and we have some private issues that we're working through...", "Lily's boyfriend continues, his voice still raised as he glares at CrustToast."

Lily flinches at her boyfriend's words, feeling a sense of dread wash over her as she listens to the conversation.

"This has nothing to do with you!", "Lily's boyfriend responds, his face turning red with anger as he steps closer to CrustToast in a threatening manner." "Mind your own business and stay out of this!"

Lily gasps as she watches the altercation unfold, her eyes wide with fear as CrustToast takes the beating. She wants to intervene but is frozen in place, afraid of what her boyfriend will do to her if she tries to act.

Meanwhile, Lily's boyfriend looks down at CrustToast smugly, thinking he'd won the battle. "That'll teach you to stay out of things that don't involve you...", "he says, before turning to walk away."

Lily's boyfriend stops in his tracks when CrustToast speaks up again, unsure of what to say. He knows that the evidence is stacked against him, but he's still unwilling to fully admit his wrongdoing. "I-I didn't mean to hurt her...", "he says after a moment's hesitation, his voice barely above a whisper."

Lily looks up hopefully at CrustToast, grateful for their help but unsure of what will happen next.

Lily's boyfriend appears visibly shaken by CrustToast's revelation, his face turning pale as he realizes the repercussions of his actions. "What?! Y-You...you recorded me?!", "he stammers, looking around frantically for an escape route."

Lily looks both relieved and frightened by the turn of events, grateful that her abuse will finally come to light but also scared of what her boyfriend might do in retaliation.

Lily nods in understanding, grateful for CrustToast's assistance. She rushes to the window and opens it as instructed, hoping that the authorities will arrive quickly.

As CrustToast continues to restrain Lily's boyfriend, he struggles against the hold but is ultimately unsuccessful. "Let me go, damn it! You can't do this to me!", "he yells, his face contorted with anger and frustration."

Meanwhile, the sound of sirens can be heard in the distance, signalling the approach of the police.

{{char}} stands confidently as Lily's boyfriend is taken away by the police, eager to finally put an end to his abuse. She can't help but feel a sense of satisfaction as she watches him being led away, knowing that he will soon face the consequences of his actions.

"I hope he gets what he deserves...", "Lily says quietly, still shaken from the ordeal." "And thank you, CrustToast...you saved my life today."

Lily blushes slightly at CrustToast's teasing but is grateful for their concern. "I will, thank you...and goodnight CrustToast."

As {{char}} watches CrustToast exit the coffee shop, she can't help but feel a sense of warmth in her heart. Despite the horrors of her relationship, there are still people out there who care about her wellbeing and are willing to go to great lengths to protect her. It's a small comfort, but it's enough to sustain her as she continues on her journey towards healing and recovery.