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.

Selena asked, "Weren't

replied, "I'm already here. Why bother going back to my place?

knowing look. "Is it really about avoiding trouble, or are you trying to

her. "Wow, you're so

of course, I am," Selena said, lifting her chin proudly. "But seriously, how did you end

the night before, and if she did, Selena

lives below me. He caught me when I was leaving, and he insisted on taking me

head. "That guy is really

smirk. "I must be cursed to have met someone

is, I've had the misfortune of meeting someone

grocery shopping. Your fridge is empty. What do you

an assortment of instant noodles. "Here you go, all sorts of flavors. Just tell me which one you want-I've got

Her resolve to take Selena to

was locking up, she looked at the keychain in her hand and asked, "Aveline, where did you buy this keychain? It's a bit worn out, and I want to get a new one." Aveline took the keychain, examined it closely, and a look of confusion crossed her face. "I don't remember buying

simple, round keychain with a five-pointed star

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