Intruder
After enjoying dinner together, the time had come for Francisco to leave. Standing by the door, he glanced at Hazel while holding his coat. Hazel, expressing her gratitude with a smile, said,
Hazel
Thank you for dining with me, Mr. Francisco.
Hazel
Be careful on the road.
Francisco nodded, and as Hazel bid him good night, he added a piece of advice,
Francisco
Good night, Hazel.
Francisco
And lock the door and windows before you go to sleep.
A smile accompanied his words.
Returning the smile, Hazel slowly closed the door behind her. Unbeknownst to her, Francisco remained standing outside until he heard the distinct sound of the door being securely locked.
As the door closed, a subtle shift occurred in Francisco's demeanor. He retrieved a cigarette, lighting it up in the quiet of the night. The weight of concern weighed on him – bringing Hazel to the party had potentially exposed her to his enemies, and he felt the need to exercise caution to ensure her safety.
In the solitude outside Hazel's apartment, he contemplates the potential risks and ramifications of his choices.
As Francisco approached his car, he noticed something peculiar on another vehicle, causing him to narrow his eyes in suspicion.
Meanwhile, after Francisco's departure, Hazel took a deep breath and surveyed her surroundings. Seated on her bed, she contemplated the recent events, realizing the need for increased vigilance.
'I need to be more careful.'
Just as she moved to lock the window, a sudden intrusion startled her. A man forcefully pushed the Thai glass, leaping into Hazel's space. Expressing her surprise with a sharp exclamation, Hazel found herself grabbed by the shoulders and forcefully pushed onto the bed.
Reacting swiftly, Hazel seized the opportunity to defend herself. With a skillful move, she grabbed the intruder's arms and flipped him onto the bed. Straddling the subdued figure, she retrieved a knife from under her pillow and positioned it against the intruder's throat.
Intriguingly, the person was fully concealed in black attire, wearing a black mask. Hazel, gasping, demanded,
Her eyes widened as she gradually unveiled the person's face, exclaiming.
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