The old house wasn't far from Fortuna Restaurant. It was just a ten-minute taxi ride away.Anne got out at the entrance of the alley leading to Fortuna Restaurant.It was already past lunchtime, so the street vendors had packed up, and the once-bustling alley had quieted down.Fallen autumn leaves scattered the ground, lending the scene a sense of everyday tranquility. She walked leisurely, enjoying the peaceful afternoon.Suddenly, a tall man, clearly drunk, stumbled down the alley.At first, Anne didn't pay him any attention, but as they got closer, the man suddenly lurched toward her."Hey, beautiful, wanna—wanna have a drink?" The man grinned at her, slurring his words.Anne frowned and stepped around him, continuing on her way. "Don't go! Come on. I'll treat you." The drunk man blocked her path again, even reaching out to grab her."Keep me company. I'll pay you," he said, patting his pants pocket as if to emphasize his point.Anne wrapped her coat tighter around hersel
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