Refined robbers

Refined robbers

It seems to me that burglars are becoming more impudent and
their victims are becoming more afraid of them, instead of the
other way around.

An old couple in my neighborhood had a good collection of
Indonesian and Chinese paintings. One night the old couple awoke
to the unmistakable sound of sassy sneaks set on snatching their
splendid sketches. Much to their chagrin and frustration, the old
couple were too afraid to leave their bedroom, let alone scream
for help. Both were fully conscious of the fact that Jakarta's
burglars do not hesitate to kill their victims when trapped.

The old couple lost five paintings to the connoisseur crooks,
proving that even thieves refine their skills.

Afterwards, the old couple employed two guards to secure their
home day and night. Every time they see their hired guns loafing
they cannot help wonder if they are right to pay full salaries to
two men for doing nothing all day.

A. DJUANA

Jakarta