“Ma’am, our earliest slot is next week—”
No,” I interrupted, my voice breaking. “Someone’s planning to break into my home. I need those cameras now.”
The urgency in my tone must have struck a chord because the receptionist softened her voice. “Let me see what I can do. Can you hold for a moment?” After what felt like an eternity, she returned with good news. “We had a cancellation. Our team can be there in two hours.”
The security team arrived, and I paced the house as they installed cameras. Every passing car, every dog walker suddenly seemed suspicious. Just as they were finishing, Leona pulled into my driveway, her expression grim.
“Nora, we need to talk inside,” she said. I sent the kids to their rooms before sitting down with her.
“The lab results are in,” she said. “That liquid you found? It’s a powerful corrosive, often used to weaken locks.”
My heart sank. “So, it’s true. They were planning to break in.”
“It appears so,” Leona confirmed. “But you’ve taken the right steps. We’re increasing patrols, and your security system is in place.”
At that moment, I spotted Ravi arriving at a neighbor’s house.
“He’s here,” I said, moving to the window.
“Talk to him, but be careful,” Leona advised. “We’re not sure if he’s involved or just a concerned bystander.”
I approached Ravi as he was about to leave. He looked tense, but I needed answers.
“I’m sorry about yesterday,” he began before I could speak. “I saw some guys messing with your trash. They looked shady. I wanted to warn you, but I was scared they might still be around.”
Relief washed over me. “So that’s why you left the note?”
He nodded. “I’m sorry if I scared you.”
“Ravi, you might have saved my family. Thank you,” I said, my voice thick with emotion.
Later, after tucking my kids into bed, I sat in front of the new security monitors. The cameras showed quiet streets and empty yards, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was out there, watching, waiting for their chance. Whatever happened next, I knew I wasn’t alone. Ravi’s quick thinking, Leona’s dedication, and my own determination had turned potential tragedy into a story of vigilance and unexpected allies. All I could do now was stay alert and keep my family safe.
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