The night was silent, save for the rustling leaves. A figure moved stealthily through the moonlit garden. Soft footsteps echoed, barely audible against the grass. The figure paused, peering into the darkened house. A shadow shifted, casting eerie shapes on walls. Suddenly, a scream pierced the tranquil night air. Neighbors stirred, roused by the unsettling noise. Lights flickered on, windows cracked open cautiously. A woman's voice cried out in terror. The figure vanished, leaving only confusion behind.