The change in Malora's expression didn't go unnoticed by Jasper. As the woman exited the carriage and approached the group, the Savannah stepped closer to Kate, pressing his shoulder against her leg.<br/><br/>Matt squirmed uncomfortably at Malora's words. He felt Kate's grip tighten and relaxed a little, knowing she wasn't just going to give him up. The presence of the freaking battle cat helped to.<br/><br/>Fangs still bared, Jasper watched Malora, his eyes never missing a single step she took. When she returned to her carriage, Jasper heard her words loud and clear. As the carriage pulled away, he shifted back to his human form, ears still pulled back and still expressing his anger, though now it was joined by a hint of hurt.<br/><br/>She hadn't even remembered him. Her once prized pet was nothing but another toy for her. Jasper knew he shouldn't care about this, he was better off where he was now, but it still stung to be cast aside so easily.