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.

asked, "Weren't we

here. Why bother going back to my place?

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

glanced at her.

Selena said, lifting her chin proudly. "But seriously, how did you end

hadn't told Selena about what happened the night before, and if she did, Selena would definitely want

He caught me when I was leaving, and

shook her head. "That guy is

must be cursed to have met

had the misfortune of

and said, "Let's go grocery shopping. Your fridge is empty. What do you usually

noodles. "Here you go, all sorts of flavors. Just tell

take Selena

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 a

a simple, round keychain with a five-pointed

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