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 we going

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

hugged a stuffed toy, giving her a knowing look. "Is it really about

glanced at her.

said, lifting her chin

question. She hadn't told Selena about what happened the night before, and if she did, Selena would

I was leaving, and he insisted on taking me hiking," Aveline

"That guy is

Aveline said with a slight smirk. "I must be cursed to

sighed. "What's worse is, I've had the misfortune

refrigerator door and said, "Let's go grocery shopping. Your fridge is empty.

and revealed an assortment of instant noodles. "Here you go,

to take Selena

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

with a five-pointed star design on

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