The Attic Dweller

What is the creepiest thing that has ever happened to you while living alone?

I lived alone in a small rental house, and at first, I thought I

was just forgetful. Food would go missing. Doors I always kept closed were

suddenly open. One night, I heard soft footsteps in the hallway,

but when I checked, everything was locked. Then I found muddy bare footprints

leading from my back door, straight to the attic ladder. I didn't even

use the attic. My landlord checked the house and said nothing was wrong.

That night, around 3 a.m., I heard breathing above my ceiling. I pulled down