The aroma of freshly baked bread and cinnamon rolls wafted through the air as the bell above the door jingled, signaling the arrival of a customer. "Good morning, Millie! What brings you here so early?" "Hi, Betty. I couldn't resist the smell of your famous apple pie. I'll take two slices, please." "Coming right up! So, have you heard about the new antique store opening up on Main Street?" "Yes, I met the owner yesterday. He seems like a nice fellow, but there's something peculiar about him." "Peculiar? How so?" "Well, he was asking a lot of questions about the town's history and the old legends." "Old legends? You don't suppose he's here searching for the lost treasure of Captain Blackbeard, do you?" "Ha! I doubt it. But you never know. This town has its fair share of secrets." "Speaking of secrets, did you hear about the break-in at the library last night?" "No! What happened?" "They say someone was trying to steal the old map that's been hanging in the lobby for years." "You don't think it's connected to the new antique store owner, do you?" "I'm not sure, but I have a feeling things are about to get interesting around here."