A Note from the Delivery Guy Made Me Install Security Cameras around My House – I’ll Forever Be Grateful to Him

The delivery guy’s scribbled note sent me rushing to my backyard trash cans, where I discovered something chilling. His cryptic warning may have saved my family from a terrifying fate, but the danger was far from over.

I often order food delivery when I’m too tired to cook for my kids. Over time, we grew close to Ravi, the delivery guy in our area. He’d always chat with Kai and Isla, high-fiving them before leaving. But last Tuesday night was different.

A food delivery man saddling up on his motorcycle | Source: Pexels

A food delivery man saddling up on his motorcycle | Source: Pexels

When Ravi arrived, he seemed very nervous. Fidgety. He shoved the food into my hands and bolted back to his car without a word.

“What’s up with Ravi?” Kai asked, peering out the window.

I shrugged, watching Ravi’s tail lights disappear down the street. “No idea, buddy. Maybe he’s in a hurry.”

As I brought the food into the kitchen, still puzzled by Ravi’s behavior, I noticed something on the back of the bag. Scrawled in shaky handwriting was a message that made me forget about dinner entirely.

Helpings of fast food laid out on a table | Source: Pexels

Helpings of fast food laid out on a table | Source: Pexels

“CHECK YOUR TRASH CAN”

I set the food down and turned to my kids. “Hey, why don’t you two go wash up? I’ll get everything ready.”

Once they were out of sight, I bolted to the backyard. The message kept repeating in my head as I approached our trash cans. My hands shook as I lifted the lid of the first one.

A brightly-colored trash can in a backyard | Source: Pexels

A brightly-colored trash can in a backyard | Source: Pexels

Nothing unusual. Just our regular garbage. I moved to the second can, dread building with each step. I threw open the lid and froze.

Inside, wrapped in an old, dirty blanket, was a collection of gloves and what looked like a few small tools. At the bottom sat a bottle without a label, filled with some kind of liquid.

“Mom? Are you okay?” Isla’s voice startled me.

I slammed the lid shut and spun around, forcing a smile. “Yeah, sweetie. Just… checking something. Go on inside, I’ll be right there.”

A woman closing a trash can in a backyard at night | Source: Midjourney

A woman closing a trash can in a backyard at night | Source: Midjourney

As soon as Isla was gone, I pulled out my phone and dialed the sheriff’s office.

“Sheriff’s Department, this is Leona speaking.”

“Leona, it’s Nora. I need you to come over right away. I found something concerning in my trash.”

“Slow down, Nora. What exactly did you find?”

I described the contents of the trash can, my voice barely above a whisper.

“Don’t touch anything,” Leona said, her tone serious. “I’m on my way. Stay inside with your kids until I get there.”

A police officer on a call in a precinct | Source: Midjourney

A police officer on a call in a precinct | Source: Midjourney

I hung up and headed back inside. Our neighborhood had recently experienced a string of break-ins, all with eerily similar methods. Chemicals used to weaken locks, meticulous clean-up of any evidence.

It hit me: my house was being set up for the next break-in.

“Mom, what’s going on?” Kai asked as I entered the kitchen. “You look scared.”

I forced another smile. “Everything’s fine, honey. Let’s eat dinner, okay?”

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A woman setting dinner for children at a table | Source: Pexels

We’d barely started eating when there was a knock at the door. I jumped up, but was relieved when I saw Leona through the peephole.

“Kids, stay here and finish your dinner,” I said, stepping outside to talk to Leona.

She listened intently as I recounted finding the items and Ravi’s strange behavior.

“You did the right thing calling me,” Leona said, her eyes scanning the street. “I’ll take a look at what’s in your trash and get it to the lab. In the meantime, I strongly recommend you beef up your security. Also, we’ll patrol the house all night, so in case they re-tool and still try to break in, we’ll nab them red-handed.”

A police officer smiling | Source: Pexels

A police officer smiling | Source: Pexels

I nodded, already planning my next move. “I’ll call a security company first thing in the morning.”

Leona placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder. “Try to get some rest, Nora. We’ll figure this out.”

But sleep was the last thing on my mind that night. I spent hours researching security systems, jumping at every little sound outside. By morning, I was a jittery mess of caffeine and anxiety.

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A woman working on a laptop computer at night | Source: Pexels

As soon as it hit 8 a.m., I called the first security company on my list. “Hi, I need cameras installed around my house. Today, if possible.”

“Ma’am, our earliest available slot is next week —”

“You don’t understand,” I cut in, my voice cracking. “I think someone’s planning to break into my home. I need those cameras now.”

There must’ve been something in my tone because the receptionist’s voice softened. “Let me see what I can do. Can you hold for a moment?”

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A woman on a call in a work environment | Source: Pexels

After what felt like an eternity, she came back on the line. “We’ve had a cancellation. Our team can be there in two hours. Will that work?”

I nearly cried with relief. “Yes, thank you. Thank you so much.”

The next few hours were a blur. I called in sick to work, kept the kids home from school, and paced the house until the security team arrived.

A security camera installed on a wall | Source: Pexels

A security camera installed on a wall | Source: Pexels

As they worked, installing cameras and explaining the system to me, I couldn’t shake the feeling of being watched. Every car that drove by, every person walking their dog, they all seemed suspicious now.

Just as the security team was finishing up, Leona’s patrol car pulled into my driveway. She got out, her face grim.

“Nora, can we talk inside?”

A parked police patrol vehicle | Source: Pexels

A parked police patrol vehicle | Source: Pexels

My stomach lurched as I led her into the house. “Kids, why don’t you go play in your rooms for a bit?”

Once they were out of earshot, Leona spoke. “The lab results came back on those items we found. The liquid in the bottle? It’s a powerful corrosive, often used to weaken locks.”

I sank onto the couch, my legs suddenly weak. “So it’s true. They were planning to break in.”

Leona nodded. “It looks that way. But Nora, you’ve done everything right. You’ve got cameras now, you’re aware of the threat. We’re increasing patrols in the area too.”

A policewoman discussing something in a living room | Source: Midjourney

A policewoman discussing something in a living room | Source: Midjourney

“What about Ravi?” I asked. “Should I talk to him?”

“If you see him, yes. But be careful. We don’t know if he’s involved or just an observant bystander.”

As if on cue, I spotted Ravi pulling up to my neighbor’s house. “He’s here now,” I said, moving to the window.

Leona joined me. “Go talk to him. I’ll watch from here.”

I stepped outside, my pulse racing. Ravi was just getting back onto his bike when he saw me.

A delivery man astride a motorcycle | Source: Pexels

A delivery man astride a motorcycle | Source: Pexels

“Hey,” I called out, trying to keep my voice steady. “Got a minute?”

Ravi hesitated, then nodded. As he approached, I could see the tension in his shoulders.

“Look,” he said before I could speak, “I’m sorry about yesterday. I should’ve said something, but I was scared.”

“Scared of what?” I asked, though I had a pretty good idea.

A woman having a conversation with someone in a front yard | Source: Midjourney

A woman having a conversation with someone in a front yard | Source: Midjourney

Ravi glanced around nervously. “After I parked, I saw these guys messing with your trash. They looked not good, you know? I wanted to warn you, but I was afraid they might still be around.”

I was so relieved. “That’s why you left the note?”

He nodded. “Yeah. I’m sorry if I freaked you out. I just didn’t know what else to do.”

“Ravi,” I said, my voice thick with emotion. “You might have saved my family. Thank you.”

A profile view of a woman talking to someone unseen | Source: Midjourney

A profile view of a woman talking to someone unseen | Source: Midjourney

His shoulders relaxed a bit. “Really? You’re not mad?”

I shook my head. “Not at all. In fact, I owe you big time.”

As Ravi drove away, I felt grateful but also a little afraid. The threat wasn’t over, but at least now I knew we weren’t facing it alone.

Back inside, Leona was on her phone, talking in hushed tones. She hung up as I approached.

“We’ve got some leads based the description Ravi gave us ,” she said. “We’ll catch these guys, Nora. Just stay vigilant.”

A police officer talking on a mobile phone in a living room | Source: Midjourney

A police officer talking on a mobile phone in a living room | Source: Midjourney

That night, after tucking Kai and Isla into bed, I sat in front of the new security monitors. The cameras showed empty streets and quiet yards, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that somewhere out there, someone was watching, waiting for their chance.

I thought about Ravi’s quick thinking, Leona’s dedication, and my own newfound strength. Whatever came next, we’d face it together. For now, all I could do was watch and wait, grateful for the unexpected allies who’d helped keep my family safe.

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A woman looking aside thoughtfully | Source: Pexels

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This work is inspired by real events and people, but it has been fictionalized for creative purposes. Names, characters, and details have been changed to protect privacy and enhance the narrative. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental and not intended by the author.

The author and publisher make no claims to the accuracy of events or the portrayal of characters and are not liable for any misinterpretation. This story is provided “as is,” and any opinions expressed are those of the characters and do not reflect the views of the author or publisher.

I Found Earphones under My Floor-Bed and They Turned My World Upside Down

Who would’ve known that something small discovered in my house would lead me down a dark rabbit hole? Lies and secrets came to light as I unraveled the truth about a marriage I once thought was solid. It all ended with me getting revenge and peace.

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Headphones on a pink and blue background | Source: Freepik

My husband, John, and I, Linda, have been happily married for five years. But sometimes the smallest things can shake the strongest foundations. That’s what happened the week I returned from a work trip.

I found something unsettling in my home—earphones, but not any earphones.

This mysterious third set was tucked under our floor-bed, a place I had just rearranged before leaving town. My husband, always a creature of habit, has a particular taste in tech. His earphones are always black and practical, matching everything else on his desk.

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A couple reading books and talking | Source: Pexels

Mine? I keep them with me, standard white, nothing fancy. So, when I discovered a third set under our bed, beige with gold accents, my curiosity piqued. Naturally, I confronted him. His response, which included brushing off my confusion with a shrug, was:

“Oh, those old things, they’re mine. I wondered what happened to them.”

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A man reading a book and writing notes while looking at someone | Source: Pexels

Something didn’t sit right with me about his response, and I found this whole thing odd. The color was off; his nonchalance was too forced. I chose to say nothing more at the moment, replying, “Oh okay…,” though my mind raced with questions.

Instead, I snapped a photo and, although it was a long shot, I turned to social media for help. I posted it on my Facebook page with a message:

“Found these in my living room after my son’s birthday party. If you recognize these earphones, please message me directly.”

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A woman’s hands texting something on a laptop | Source: Pexels

It wasn’t long before I received a message that turned my world upside down. The message that popped up on my screen made my heart skip a beat! I gasped and screamed in shock when I realized who the earphones belonged to. My sister-in-law (SIL), Rachel claimed them.

A chill went down my spine as I tried to understand how they had ended up under our bed.

She had been at our house for my son’s birthday party, a week before my trip.

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A shocked woman looking at her phone with a laptop on a desk | Source: Pexels

In a quick response, she responded to my post, saying, “So sorry, Linds. I think I must have dropped and forgotten about them during the party.” Her casual explanation did very little to ease my growing suspicion.

I couldn’t shake the nagging feeling of doubt.

Rachel and my husband had always been close—too close. My gut now told me as I wondered if there was more to their relationship. I decided to keep a closer eye on them and their interactions. Feigning ignorance while I sought the truth.

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A worried woman contemplating something | Source: Shutterstock

A few days passed, and my suspicion only deepened when I noticed they were together more often than usual. I’d catch them whispering and laughing. “You’re so funny, Jonny!” Rachel would say to my husband while sitting too close to him.

Their ease around each other now seemed less innocent. I needed more than suspicions; I needed proof.

So, instead of confronting them immediately, I decided to investigate without arousing any suspicion.

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A man and woman talking and laughing | Source: Pexels

Under the guise of another work trip, I told my husband I’d be out of town for a few days. Instead, I stayed at a local establishment, using this time to watch our home discreetly.

I rented a car, an unrecognized one, and stationed myself near our home.

That first night of my “trip,” I watched as Rachel arrived at my house shortly after John got home from work. Her casual demeanor as she walked in, as if it were her own home, was all I needed to see. It confirmed that she’d done this before.

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A woman sitting in a car holding a phone, wearing earphones, with a laptop on her lap | Source: Pexels

I had prepared for this to get tangible evidence. Earlier, I had installed discreet motion-activated cameras in our living room and near the entrance. Safely hidden away in my car later that evening, I watched the live feed on my laptop.

The images that unfolded were a painful confirmation of my worst fears! Their behavior went from innocent chats to close, intimate, and unmistakable. It was unlike what you’d expect from a brother-in-law and SIL and tore through my heart like a knife.

My worst fears were confirmed.

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An unhappy-looking woman looking at something while in a car | Source: Pexels

I gathered evidence over the next few days, documenting the affair meticulously through the cameras and other means. Heartbroken yet resolute, I devised a plan for a dramatic revelation. This time I was armed with undeniable proof.

The annual family reunion was approaching. I knew it would be the perfect moment when our close and extended family members would be present. I “returned” home after my “trip” and pretended nothing was wrong.

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A woman removing bags from a car | Source: Getty Images

As our family gathered for the reunion, I continued pretending everything was normal. The room filled with relatives, buzzing with laughter and conversation. They enjoyed the festivities while catching up.

Under the pretext of showing a family photo slideshow, I quietly set up a projector. Then, the lights dimmed and everyone settled down to watch as I began the slideshow. Instead of fond family memories, the first images to flash across the screen were freeze frames of my husband and Rachel.

It showed them in compromising positions from the footage in the house.

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A woman sitting with a screen and people in the background | Source: Freepik

“I gathered you all here under happier pretenses, but we need to address the painful truth,” I announced. My voice was steady, masking the chaos inside. The shock was palpable; the room fell silent except for the murmurs of disbelief as I said:

“What you are seeing is the reality of an ongoing betrayal in our family, one that affects us all.”

People reacted with gasps, murmurs, and disbelief as the evidence of John’s infidelity played. I wanted everyone to see and understand the depth of deceit from my husband and Rachel.

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A group of people reacting in shock to something | Source: Getty Images

The cheating pair caught off guard, could only sit frozen. They listened and watched from their different seats. As the evidence played out before everyone, there was no room for denial. They had no chance for them to twist the narrative.

The facade they’d held all along finally fell away as family members looked at them with judgment and disgust. It was a moment of bittersweet vindication. My marital trust shattered, but it marked the beginning of my journey toward healing and closure.

The truth was out, and now, it was time to rebuild, on my own terms.

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A happy woman playing with her son | Source: Pexels

Linda’s story isn’t the only one where the wife discovers something that leads them to realize their husband is cheating. Tom’s wife, in a similar tale, found out the truth about her husband’s infidelity through social media too!

I Accidentally Discovered My Husband’s Cheating through an IG Post — My Public Revenge Shook His World

As dawn broke, I held my six-week-old daughter, Lily, feeling the weight of the morning’s change. Tom, my husband, was packing for a business trip, his first since Lily’s birth. Previously, his trips were routine, but now, they brought a heaviness I couldn’t shake.

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Someone’s packed luggage, ready for a trip | Source: Getty Images

Despite Tom’s reassurances, my anxiety was confirmed when I stumbled upon an Instagram photo showing him at a restaurant, not alone, but with Eliza. The woman was his university friend who disliked me. Shocked and betrayed, I resolved to uncover the truth.

A woman holding a baby while looking at her phone | Source: Getty Images

A woman holding a baby while looking at her phone | Source: Getty Images

I orchestrated a baby shower that turned into an expose. Amidst a slideshow of Lily’s photos, I included the incriminating image from Instagram. The room’s warmth turned to whispers of disbelief as Tom’s facade crumbled.

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People reacting in shock and surprise about something | Source: Getty Images

My husband’s pleas fell on deaf ears as I stood firm, ending the event and our marriage with calm resolve. As I initiated the divorce, I knew Lily and I were ready to move forward, stronger and together.

A happy woman watching a baby sleep | Source: Getty Images

A happy woman watching a baby sleep | Source: Getty Images

This work is inspired by real events and people, but it has been fictionalized for creative purposes. Names, characters, and details have been changed to protect privacy and enhance the narrative. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental and not intended by the author.

The author and publisher make no claims to the accuracy of events or the portrayal of characters and are not liable for any misinterpretation. This story is provided “as is,” and any opinions expressed are those of the characters and do not reflect the views of the author or publisher.

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