Gold moved forward the moment Belle acted as if she wanted to close the distance between them. He didn't know what she was talking about exactly or what had upset her so, but at least now she seemed willing to accept comforting after he'd proved himself to be who he appeared to be. He carefully gathered her into his arms and held her against him.

He could only think that perhaps someone may have tried to trick her with glamour or something along those lines. He still didn't know why she held his dagger, but perhaps it was possible it'd been to keep someone else from gaining possession of it? He would have to ask later once he'd gotten her calmed down and settled in.

"Shh. It's alright. You were just being cautious. I understand." He kept his voice soft and understanding, trying with it and the embrace to offer whatever comfort he could. He might not know what situation she'd come from, but at least he could be here to help calm whatever fears she might have due to it.