Aveline frowned slightly and asked, "That is strange. Did you change the locks?"

Selena nodded. "I did, but it didn't help. I'm starting to wonder if these thieves are expert locksmiths. Maybe they learned how to pick locks before deciding to become burglars."

Aveline chuckled at her comment but still said, "If it's that unsafe here, maybe you should find a new place to live."

Selena sank into the couch with a sigh. "I'd love to, but the landlord won't refund my deposit. It's a lot of money."

Aveline gave her a sympathetic look. "How much longer is your lease?"

Selena thought for a moment. "Just one more month. After that, I'm definitely moving."

"Good." Aveline nodded.

That seemed like the best solution.

But she couldn't shake the feeling of unease-why were there repeated break-ins at Selena's place? She recalled the first time it happened, which coincided with her staying there. Unable to make sense of it, Aveline got up and headed to the kitchen to check what ingredients were available.

"Weren't we going

bother going back to my place?

hugged a stuffed toy, giving her a knowing look. "Is it really about avoiding trouble, or are

at her.

her chin proudly.

the night

caught me when I was leaving, and

"That guy is really something

slight smirk. "I must

sighed. "What's worse is, I've had the misfortune of meeting someone like that

refrigerator door and said, "Let's go grocery

to a cabinet, opened it, and revealed an assortment of instant noodles. "Here you go, all sorts of flavors. Just tell me which one you want-I've

speechless. Her resolve to take Selena to the

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