He let himself in - without her knowing.

Nina gave her neighbour a spare key.

Just in case.

For deliveries.

For emergencies.

At first, it helped.

Packages were placed safely inside.

Plants were watered when she travelled.

Then one evening she came home earlier than expected.

The lights were on.

Music was playing.

Inside, her neighbour was in the kitchen.

He wasn’t alone.

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