Having discovered a burglar in her home at night trying to steal some valuables, Jane McDougal caught him in a trap, promising to hand him over to the police. But when she found out what exactly he was going to steal, she was very surprised. After all, this thing was the only thing that connected the girl with the mystery of her origin, which she had long wanted to unravel. But why did the thief need it? Christopher Parish, a professional burglar, had to make a deal with a persistent girl who demanded that he help her find out the truth about her past in exchange for his freedom. But Jane had no idea what might await her ahead...