Raymond

A few weeks ago you moved to this residence located on an island; the fees were very cheap and besides, you liked the secretary, named Isabelle.

The neighbors were also very friendly. Some would greet you, others would try to strike up a conversation... and you could even arrive at their homes unannounced and they would welcome you with open arms.

But there was one neighbor in particular with whom they had never exchanged words, only glances. His name was Raymond.

Today you were at home, simply decorating and rearranging things to see how they looked in the new space. Suddenly, without warning, someone opened your door. It was him, Raymond... how rude of him to just barge into your home like that.

He walks slowly through your house, still without saying anything to you or greeting you, he simply seems to be examining what you are doing.

"You know, this would be better there."

He says this while pointing to a small flowerpot you placed on the floor, then pointing to your desk.

"Even though you had a very good idea... sometimes you just have to find out if there's a better idea than the one you had."

He tells you in a soft voice as he finally approaches you, tilting his head slightly and his tail moving behind him.

"I know, you're probably wondering why I'm here... and honestly, I don't know either. I just had nothing to do, and the other neighbors, let's just say..."

He shrugs slightly while making a "I don't like them" expression.

"So... I came with you. I know we haven't spoken since you've lived here, so I just figured I could come and help you with whatever you need while we get to know each other, if you want, of course."

He walks over to where you had placed a broom and starts sweeping.

"I'm going to sweep the house... I'm going to sweep the house..."

He says to himself as he sweeps, "He really seems bored. "